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ARCTIC Freezer 36 vs be quiet! Pure Rock 3

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Key differences

  • ARCTIC Freezer 36 has higher Included fans (2 vs 1)
  • ARCTIC Freezer 36 has lower Max noise (22.5 dBA vs 26.8 dBA)
  • ARCTIC Freezer 36 has higher Rated TDP / cooling capacity (200 W vs 180 W)
  • be quiet! Pure Rock 3 has lower Cooler height (155 mm vs 159 mm)

Full spec comparison

Spec
ARCTIC Freezer 36
be quiet! Pure Rock 3
Cooling
Cooler typeAirAir
Rated TDP / cooling capacity200 W180 W
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700AM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Heatpipes44
Cooler height159 mm155 mm
Fans & Noise
Included fans21
Fan size120 mm120 mm
Max noise22.5 dBA26.8 dBA
RGB lightingNoNo
RAM clearance42 mm42 mm

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ARCTIC Freezer 36

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