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Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120SE CPU Air Cooler

  • 7 heat pipes with AGHP 4.0 technology
  • Dual 120mm PWM fans, TL-C12B V2 with S-FDB bearing
  • 1500 rpm max, 66.17 CFM airflow
  • 25.6 dB noise level listed
  • AM4, AM5 and Intel LGA1851/1700/1150/1151/1200
  • 4-pin, 12 V fan power

Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A strong air cooling choice for AMD or Intel desktops on current sockets. Check case clearance first, since the listing's dimensions do not make the installed height clear.

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ASIN: B0BNDTJVPLModel: PS120SECategory: CPU Cooling Fans

Overview

A bank of heat pipes running from the base into aluminum fins carries heat off the CPU, and PWM fans push air through the fin stack. Thermalright's Phantom Spirit SE uses this layout on both AMD and Intel desktop sockets, cooled by air alone with no pump.

A dense heat pipe array and a fan pair give a tower build heavy air cooling across AMD and Intel boards without any liquid to leak. The listing names only the cooler as included, so mounting hardware and paste are not confirmed.

Who it's for

Tower desktops for gaming or work on current AMD and Intel sockets get heavy air cooling without a pump to fail. Compact cases and low profile builds need a smaller cooler.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Many heat pipes for heat transfer
  • Fan pair with PWM speed control
  • S-FDB bearing fans
  • Covers AMD and Intel desktop sockets
Cons
  • Warranty not listed
  • Included parts named only as the cooler
  • Large footprint for compact cases

Performance notes

Cooling depends on how quickly the heat pipes move heat from the base into the fins and how much air the fans push through them. PWM control lets the motherboard slow the fans at idle and ramp them under load, so noise follows CPU temperature. Case airflow sets the ceiling, because the cooler can only move the air it receives.

Specifications

BrandThermalright
ModelPS120SE
Dimensions & fit
Item Dimensions L x W x H6.1 × 4.9 × 4.3 inches
Capacity & performance
Air Flow Capacity66 CFM
Noise Level26 dB
Cooling MethodAir
Maximum Rotational Speed1500 rpm
Power & efficiency
Power Connector Type4-pin
Voltage12 volts
Construction & materials
Material TypeAluminum
Compatibility & installation
Compatible DevicesDesktop
Included components
Included ComponentsCPU cooler
Other details
Bearing typeS-FDB
Heat pipes7
FansDual 120 Mm TL-C12B V2 PWM

Frequently asked questions

Is the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120SE a liquid cooler?

No. It is an air cooler built from heat pipes, aluminum fins and fans, with no pump or radiator.

Can the Phantom Spirit 120SE fan speed be controlled?

Yes. The fans are PWM types on a 4-pin connector, so the motherboard can adjust their speed.

Does the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120SE come with thermal paste?

The listing names only the CPU cooler as included, so do not count on paste or extra parts until you check the box contents.