Fractal Design
Lumen S36 RGB
Elevate your PC's cooling with the Fractal Design Lumen S36 RGB V2 AIO Liquid CPU Cooler. This 360mm cooler efficiently dissipates heat using three 120mm Aspect RGB PWM fans and a robust pump. Its distinctive duality design features six customizable ARGB LEDs on the pump cap, easily controlled through major motherboard RGB software. Installation is streamlined with pre-applied thermal paste and articulating elbow fittings for effortless tube routing. The unique removable top allows for horizontal logo orientation, ensuring a polished look regardless of your build's setup, adding both performance and aesthetic appeal.
$143.96
Owner Satisfaction
2.8
/ 5
Category Rank
3602
/ 3605
#3602 in Computer System Cooling Parts
Price vs Category Average
-5%
Below average
Radiator Dimensions
39212027
/ x x mm
Who it's for
- Low-Profile Pump Design
- Excellent Thermal Dissipation
- Standardized RGB Ecosystem
Who should skip it
- Historical Pump Reliability Concerns
- Audible Fan Noise Under Load
- Mid-Tier Performance for Price
Key Specs
Radiator Dimensions
392 x 120 x 27 mm
Fan Speed
500–2000 RPM (PWM controlled)
Pump Speed
4000 ± 10% RPM
Maximum Airflow
56 CFM per fan
Static Pressure
2.34 mm H2O
Tube Length
400mm
Compatibility
Intel LGA 1851/1700/1200/1151/1150/1155/1156/2066/2011-3/2011 and AMD AM5/AM4/TR4
Material
Copper cold plate and Aluminum radiator
Features
- Duality design for stealthy or illuminated look
- Six addressable RGB LEDs controlled by motherboard
- Removable top rotates 90 degrees for logo orientation
- Low-permeability tubes with braided nylon sleeves
- Thermal paste is pre-applied for easy installation
- Articulating elbow fittings ease tube routing
- Compatible with major ARGB synchronization standards
- Aspect fans designed for low turbulence
What customers say
Customers highly value the Lumen S36 RGB for its sleek design, effective RGB lighting, and the captivating infinity mirror effect. Initial cooling performance is excellent, managing high-end CPUs well, and the included fans operate quietly at low speeds. Installation is generally simple, contributing to a positive first impression. However, a significant concern overshadows these strengths: long-term reliability. Numerous reports detail premature pump failures occurring within the first year, leading to overheating and system instability. This critical flaw severely damages the product's perceived quality and value, making dependable long-term cooling questionable despite strong initial aesthetics.
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