240 mm vs 360 mm AIO CPU Liquid Cooler: Which Radiator Size Fits Your Build?
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240 mm vs 360 mm AIO CPU Liquid Cooler: Which Radiator Size Fits Your Build?
These VEVOR AIO coolers share the same 2.1-inch LCD, PWM pump, ARGB lighting, fan size, and listed socket support. The real buying decision is radiator/fan count: two 120 mm fans versus three 120 mm fans, and whether your case has room for the larger setup.
Quick answer
Choose the 2 × 120 mm version if your case is smaller or radiator clearance is limited. Choose the 3 × 120 mm version if your case supports the longer radiator and you want more radiator surface area for sustained CPU cooling.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | 2 × 120 mm | 3 × 120 mm |
|---|---|---|
| Fan count | 2 | 3 |
| Fan size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Maximum fan speed | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Maximum fan airflow | 71.69 CFM | 71.69 CFM |
| Maximum pump speed | 4850 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| LCD | 2.1 in | 2.1 in |
When the 2-fan version makes more sense
- Your case has limited top or front radiator clearance.
- You want a more compact AIO layout.
- Your build has tighter GPU, RAM, or cable-clearance constraints.
- You do not need the extra radiator length of a 3-fan setup.
When the 3-fan version makes more sense
- Your case officially supports a three-120 mm radiator layout.
- You want more radiator surface area for sustained CPU loads.
- You have enough front or top clearance for the longer assembly.
- You are building a larger gaming, creator, or workstation PC.
Case compatibility comes first
Do not choose by fan count alone. Check the case manufacturer's radiator-support list, mounting position, radiator thickness, fan thickness, motherboard clearance, RAM height, GPU length, and cable routing before ordering.
What both models share
- 2.1-inch customizable LCD
- ARGB lighting
- PWM-controlled fans and pump
- Pump speed up to 4850 RPM
- Fan speed up to 2200 RPM
- Intel 115X / 1366 / 2011 / 1700 / 1200 support
- AMD AM4 / AM5 support
- Windows 10 and Windows 11 LCD software support
Does a 360 mm cooler always run colder?
Not automatically. A larger radiator provides more heat-exchange area, but actual CPU temperature depends on CPU power, case airflow, radiator placement, fan curve, pump speed, ambient temperature, mounting quality, and thermal interface material. Use radiator size as one part of the decision, not a guaranteed temperature result.
How to choose
- Confirm CPU socket compatibility.
- Check whether the case supports two or three 120 mm fan positions for a radiator.
- Measure radiator and fan clearance near RAM, VRM heatsinks, GPU, and front-panel cables.
- Choose the 2-fan version for tighter builds.
- Choose the 3-fan version when you have space and want more radiator area.
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FAQ
What is the main difference between these two coolers?
The main difference is fan count and radiator length: one uses two 120 mm fans, while the other uses three.
Do both support AM5?
Yes. Both current listings include AMD AM5 and AM4 support.
Do both include the same LCD?
Yes. Both list a customizable 2.1-inch LCD.