Fractal Design
Lumen S28 RGB
Best vibrant cooling for aesthetic focused PC builders.
Elevate your PC build with the Fractal Design Lumen S28 RGB V2, an all-in-one liquid CPU cooler designed for both performance and personalized aesthetics. Featuring six addressable RGB LEDs, you can customize your lighting through motherboard software. The unique duality design offers a stealthy or illuminated look, while the rotatable pump housing ensures the logo is always perfectly oriented. Installation is simplified with pre-applied thermal paste and flexible, low-permeability tubes with braided sleeves and articulating fittings for easy routing. The included Aspect 14 RGB PWM fans provide efficient cooling and support chaining for cleaner cable management.
$119.00
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Owner Satisfaction
3.4
/ 5
Category Rank
3924
/ 3965
#3924 in Computer System Cooling Parts
Price vs Category Average
-21%
Below average
Radiator Size
31314027
/ x x mm
Who it's for
- PC builders running powerful processors and gaming enthusiasts
- Users desiring subtle, customizable lighting within a sophisticated build
- Content creators and gamers prioritizing a silent computing environment
Who should skip it
- Builders seeking maximum long-term reliability for their critical components
- Enthusiasts wanting dedicated, feature-rich software for lighting control
- First-time builders or those preferring straightforward, traditional AIO installations
Key Specs
Radiator Size
313 x 140 x 27 mm
Fan Size
140 mm
Fan Speed
500–1700 RPM
Fan Airflow
20-78 CFM
Fan Static Pressure
0.3–2.05 mm H2O
Noise Level
<10–35.5 dBA
Number of Fans
2
Cooler Type
All In One Liquid Cooler
Features
- Customizable ARGB lighting with six addressable LEDs
- Dual aesthetic design for stealthy or illuminated look
- Rotatable pump housing for optimal logo orientation
- Easy installation with pre-applied thermal paste
- Low-permeability tubes with braided nylon sleeves
- Articulating elbow fittings for convenient tube routing
- Aspect 14 RGB PWM fans with chaining support
- Broad compatibility with Intel and AMD sockets
What customers say
Many users appreciate the Lumen S28 RGB for its effective cooling capabilities, keeping CPUs at optimal temperatures even under load. The integrated RGB lighting also receives praise for its vibrant appearance and seamless integration into various builds. However, a recurring concern among some customers involves the long term reliability of the pump, with reports of failures emerging after several months of use. This issue, while not universal, significantly impacts overall satisfaction for those affected, overshadowing its otherwise strong performance and appealing design.
Know before you buy
Yes. The Lumen S28 RGB features a removable top that allows you to rotate the logotype in 90-degree increments, ensuring it stays upright regardless of how you mount the block.
Yes, the cold plate comes with thermal paste pre-applied to simplify the installation process and ensure an optimal thermal interface right out of the box.
The Lumen S28 RGB uses articulating 90-degree elbow fittings on the block side, which significantly improves flexibility and makes routing the tubes much easier in tighter PC builds.
Yes, the fans use a standard 5V ARGB connection, allowing you to control the lighting effects directly through your motherboard's software or a dedicated ARGB controller.
Yes, the Lumen S28 RGB V2 supports both Intel LGA 1700/1851 and AMD AM5 sockets out of the box, ensuring compatibility with most modern desktop platforms.
The pump operates at a consistent 4000 RPM and is rated at 22 dBA, making it very quiet during standard operation while maintaining effective coolant flow.
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