Cooler Master MasterLiquid PL240 Flux

Cooler Master’s PL240 Flux is an extremely quiet cooler, featuring ARGB lighting. It can handle thermally demanding CPUs like Intel's i9-12900K when restricted to 200W or less, but it’s better suited to a mid-range CPU like Intel’s Core i5-12600K.

-- As reviewed by Tom's Hardware
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Product details

  • ENHANCED PUMP BLOCK - A re-engineered micro-channel copper plate with 20% increased surface area is fed by an extra-compact dual-chamber pump with ceramic impeller for optimized water flow and pressure; The result is a compact & more efficient water block
  • PERFECTED FOR FLUX - The Flux radiator fans feature interconnected fan blade rims for superior air pressure (2.96 mmH2O), volume (72.37 CFM), and noise reduction (32 dBA max); A reinforced frame with bevelling improves stability & helps focus air flow
  • SLEEK PL240 RADIATOR - The low-profile aluminium radiator block (277 x 120 x 27mm) is constructed with superior fin density (FPI 20) for faster heat dissipation; Features braided-sleeved water tubing approximately 350mm in length to the pump block
  • ADDRESSABLE GEN 2 RGB - Addressable RGB LEDs located in the pump and ARGB fans offer fully-customisable lighting which can be synchronised directly to RGB-certified motherboards or assigned via the included manual controller and MasterPlus+ software
  • UNIVERSAL SOCKET COMPATIBILITY - Fully compatible with Intel (LGA 1700 / 1200 / 2066 / 2011-v3 / 2011 / 1151 / 1150 / 1155 / 1156) and AMD (AM5 / AM4 / AM3+ / AM3 / AM2+ / AM2 / FM2+ / FM2 / FM1 / TR4) CPU cooler sockets

PROS

+ Silent operation
+ Capable of cooling 200W with Alder Lake
+ ARGB lighting with included USB controller and software

CONS

- More expensive than the competition

Expert reviews and ratings

By Tom's Hardware on September 19, 2022
Cooler Master’s PL240 Flux is an extremely quiet cooler, featuring ARGB lighting. It can handle thermally demanding CPUs like Intel's i9-12900K when restricted to 200W or less, but it’s better suited to a mid-range CPU like Intel’s Core i5-12600K.
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