Review: Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 vs SE
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- čas přidán 28. 08. 2024
- This videos compares the the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 vs the Phantom Spirit 120 SE on both qualitative factors and performance.
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I just put a Spirit 120 on an I7 12700KF, with liquid metal. With the CPU pulling 180 watts under load, it barely hits 75C. This, from a $38 dollar cooler. Amazing. Especially after what I spent two years ago for the NH-D15 in my other machine.
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Was waiting for this! Expected the results to be not too dissimilar. I don't know if there is much purpose to having this many models for Thermalright, though. It could be confusing the consumer.
I think their strategy is to flood the market with many different models of coolers to increase sales. All of them are good, but the differences between these dual fan models are very minimal. Basically just figure out which model is the cheapest and get that, whether it be one of these or one of the peerless assassin models.
The love the subtle cinematography as the camera slowly zooms in, representing you drawing us in with your no-nonsense approach to reviews. Kudos sir
First review comparing the two, good stuff! Interesting how the SE scales better despite there being less mass in the heatsink (765g vs 810g) and I'd assume, less fins. Also the variation in fans despite using the same models; both use TL-C12 V2.
Maybe they changed the base/heatpipe layout somehow as well that affected thermals. The more condensed fin stack.. or even the fans themselves. Thermalright did recently change their manufacturing to their internal factories I think last year iirc. In any case no buyers remorse from me, as I have the SE and there being a negligable difference outside aesthetics :)
Yeah, they seem perfectly acceptable (especially given the price) whichever one you get.
thanks for the video. good test
It remains unclear which one the winner is.
Thank you sir for these amazing countless videos. What an awesome channel!
What do you recommend for the 7800x3d? I want it to be very quiet. Thank you for your time sir I hope you will reply!
Check out my site, I have a current top 10 that considers both temps and noise. Also I have temp results for the 7800x3d. With that those tools should guide you to a cooler that works well for your build!
@@pc_analytics Thank you greatly for your reply sir. Curious as to why you recommended ps120se and pa120 over the standard PS120? Are your rankings purely based on lowest temperature? Like your website!
@@pc_analytics I also wonder why you put the SE version in first place and i cant find the non-SE in your overall Top 10. Oserwise thank you very much for your amazing job.
@@daddyhexsof4816 I haven’t updated the top list yet, but the top list is purely based on data. However, I do prevent variations of the same cooler from showing up on the top list, so only one version of the ps120 will be on the list. However, the non SE version is cheaper without much performance difference, so I prioritize that version.
@@SPPACATR thank you, check out my other reply.
Its possible a frost spirit 140 v3 vs phantom spirit, and frost spirit 140 v3 vs noctua nhd15? On the web there are nothing about it
Check out my website. It has those comparisons.
@@pc_analytics thank you, but for you what is the best air cooler for ryzen 7800x3d? maybe assassin iv?
@@NiitoIsHereeverything you're asking can be found on his website, it's really not that hard
non-SE version just look better.
What is the Best ?
Thank you!
Why do you think SE version performs better at high load when in should be the opposite (it has fewer fins)? My theory is that SE has different fans.
what about using this cooling with xeon processor?, i'm currently searched for cooling for xeon e5-2650 v4, with 105w TDP, is it better using this or 240mm Watercooling, with the same price?, thanks
So the non SE is the better buy
I may be picky here. Do you think the difference in temperature and noise level might fall in the normal test accuracy tolerance. It might need multiple tests and median data to exclude any potential test data variance.
I run hundreds of tests at various heat levels (all automated), so I should be capturing the mean temps.
@@pc_analytics Got you!
Idk why but the non se version isn't available in my country
I just bought the PS 120 SE for $34.50 to replace my old Be Quiet Dark Rock Pro 3.
so should i get the se or the non se? i can get the se for roughly 22 bucks, but the non se cost slightly more, idk how to choose, the aesthetic or the price😅
That’s a personal decision! Which is more important to you?
I got the SE but noticed the non-SE is only 1$ more, my case as a very good airflow, should I switch it?
Na, unless you really want the look and willing to go through he hassle of returning/replacing.
@@pc_analytics I'm a very anxious person, I might just do it. I've done it already with the peerless assassin.
@@pc_analytics The coolers are so similar that it's hard to choose, it seams from the video the SE is better but I'm wandering if with the case airflow the non-SE would be better.
@@josenobre2678 the difference is immaterial. Go with what looks best in your setup. They are both solid choices
@@pc_analytics Thank you, I'm quite the stressful person. I tend to worry about the smallest of things.
Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE VS Be Quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4 please!!!
This comparison is on my website.
WHY DONT YOU BLINK WTF
I blink between frames
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Use timestamps.