Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 EVO CPU Cooler,7×6mm Heat Pipes CPU Air Cooler,Dual PWM Fan Computer Cooling,2150RPM Speed,for AMD AM4 AM5/Intel 1700/1150/1151/1200/17XX/2011/1851
Price: $49.90 (as of May 12,2025 00:36:59 UTC – Details)
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Customers praise the CPU cooler's cooling performance, reporting temperatures dropping from 90°C to 67°C, and appreciate its value for money as the best dual tower performance air cooler available. Moreover, the product receives positive feedback for its quiet operation even at high speeds, ease of installation with clear instructions, and premium build quality that feels substantial. Additionally, customers like its appearance, with one noting the subtle yet fun RGB lighting, and find it performs well, with one customer mentioning successful use with a 9800X3D processor. However, opinions about size are mixed, with some finding it fits well in their cases while others consider it very large.
Customers praise the CPU cooler's high-end performance, with temperatures dropping from 90°C to 67°C, and one customer noting it keeps the CPU under 75°C.
"…The heatsink design and fan efficiency provide excellent cooling, keeping my CPU temperatures significantly lower even under heavy workloads and…" Read more
"…Its literally highend cooling for less than 1/2 the price…." Read more
"…This usually keeps my temps below 70 C while gaming. It was easy enough to install and fits well in my case…." Read more
"…fair to say the Noctua is quieter, because of course it is – it tops out at 1500rpm, whereas the Thermalright will go to 2150rpm!…" Read more
43 customers mention "Value for money"37 positive6 negative
Customers find the CPU cooler to be an amazing value, describing it as a ridiculously affordable cooling solution that offers great performance for the money.
"…the Thermalright to anyone looking for a high-performance, budget-friendly CPU cooler." Read more
"…an AIO, and while an AIO looks nicer, I've been pleased with the cost savings and cooling ability of this cooler…." Read more
"…Overall, this is fantastic value, and cools the 9800X3D easily. 5 out of 5." Read more
"…It’s simple to install. There’s fantastic heat mitigation at an amazing price. This IS the cooler to get." Read more
Customers find the CPU cooler performs amazingly, with one customer reporting successful operation with a 9800X3D processor and another running 32-thread jobs at full capacity.
"…I highly recommend the Thermalright to anyone looking for a high-performance, budget-friendly CPU cooler." Read more
"…However, the performance of this thing is so good that I am able to turn down the fan speeds significantly…" Read more
"…I have a Hyte Y70 case so a pretty big case and it works flawlessly and looks cool…." Read more
"Keeps a 5700x3d at 58°c in a lancool 2 mesh, running full benchmarks. Really easy install and very good looking, plus it's silent! 10/10" Read more
30 customers mention "Ease of installation"30 positive0 negative
Customers find the CPU cooler easy to install, with clear instructions and simple mounting process.
"…The installation was straightforward, and the build quality feels premium…." Read more
"…on am5, you dont need a motherboard backplate, its a really easy install process. My only irk:…" Read more
"…It was easy enough to install and fits well in my case…." Read more
"…Let me tell you I just got done installing it which was super easy and I'm completely satisfied I'm now 40°C playing black ops 6 and downloading…" Read more
Customers appreciate the CPU cooler's build quality, noting its premium feel and lack of cheap materials, with one customer highlighting the beefy fans and another mentioning the solid metal core that won't wear out.
"…The included thermal paste also seems to be of good quality, ensuring optimal heat transfer…." Read more
"…The build quality of this is extremely amazing. Feels quality and looks quality. The size is smaller than a nh-d15 but performs on par with it…." Read more
"…Bottom Line: This is an excellent air cooler with no inherent flaws, and I highly recommend it…." Read more
"…lasted longer than my motherboards in the past, and the metal core will never wear out, so this is effectively a buy-it-for-life cooling solution…" Read more
18 customers mention "Size"12 positive6 negative
Customers have mixed opinions about the size of the CPU cooler, with some finding it fits perfectly while others consider it very large.
"…It was easy enough to install and fits well in my case…." Read more
"…Fits in any case really easily. Ram clearance isn't a problem. Mount installation was easy." Read more
"…The only minor downside is that it might be a bit large for compact builds, so make sure to check your case clearance before purchasing…." Read more
"…Could use better detailed instructions. Fit well on my Asus Tuf mother board." Read more
This is a very efficient cooler although I did not keep the stock 120mm RGB fans, I switched them to Noctua NF-A12 PWM fans (2000RPM). The cooler itself is capable of keeping a 14900K under 75C° during extended gaming without any throttling and idles about 32C°. If you benchmark using the 14900K and this heatsink with a program like Cinebench R24 multicore (2323 score for MP), expect to see 80C°-85C° (no AVX code clock stepping BIOS reductions) max temperatures during a 10 minute benchmark. If you are using the 14900K & 120 EVO together, you *SHOULD* undervolt the CPU or it's going to overheat and throttle often with stock voltages, limiting performance overhead & eventually shortening the life of the silicone. *If you are buying this cooler, I would not use it for a 14900KS; that's water-cooling territory.* Comparing the stock OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) cooling of this HS/F (Heatsink/Fan) to an AiO like the MSI MAG A15 360mm, the difference is ~3C° maximum load (according to Techpowerup) in favor of the 360mm AiO and the differences in gaming are not going to be noticeable. One key feature to point out is the need to keep your fans/case clean for optimal performance regardless of the cooler type, however, don't let your fans spin if you are cleaning them because it sends voltage back to the motherboard and can cause damage. The heatsink tower allows for 42mm RAM or shorter, however an AiO will not have this limitation. As of April 2025, this is the best 120mm dual tower air cooler sold for less than 60USD. Until Thermalright releases the Frost Vortex 140 SE Black edition, this is the best dual tower performance air cooler for the money. For the lowest temperatures you'll need three components: 1) Use a third Noctua NF-A12 PWM (or other 2000RPM) case exhaust fan to match the heat removal from the CPU fans. If you use a slower 1500RPM fan, expect to reach max temperatures in a sustained load (like gaming) in less time. In the short term you may notice lower overall temperatures with lower highs using the 2000RPM fans, but the noise difference will be noticeable. 2) You *NEED* a quality mounting frame- both the IHS (internal heatsink) and HS/F need to be flat for optimal heat transfer. The cheaper Thermalright frames are not acceptable for high heat and will ooze glue from the joints after several weeks of use because they are not made from a single piece of metal. (I am speaking from personal experience) 3) Get a Kryosheet and forgetaboutit. The LGA1700 socket requires a 38x38mm sheet which makes this CPU hardware combination extremely low maintenance. Cheaper thermal sheets are okay, but if youre going for the 14900K, buy once and spend where it counts. Fan speed curves (for quiet operation at idle & heat removal under load): -Fan CPU & Exhaust Fan (Noctua NF-A12 PWM | 2000RPM) (CPU)2x120mm CPU/HSF fans (Y-cable linked) –> CPU (not CPU socket) temperature target 80°C — 100% fan speed Fan Spin-up Delay 0.1 (default) 65°C — 70% fan speed Fan Spin-down Delay 0.1 (default) 50°C — 40% fan speed 30°C — 10% fan speed System Specs- CPU: Intel i9-14900K @ 1.400v core | -0.140v core offset (all other voltage settings are Intel defaults @ stock frequencies) MoBo: MSI MAG Z790 Tomahawk WiFi | BIOS Rev# 7D91vHF | MSI Extreme settings (Intel Defaults settings is a reductive multiplier hit) RAM: Kingston 64GB DDR5 | CL30-36-36-80 @ 6000MT/s using Intel XMP profile 1 | RAM Performance Mode in BIOS
This Thermalright cooler is one of the few air cooling solutions capable of handling a 14700K at its full 253W power draw without throttling. The performance-to-price ratio is outstanding. It's also functionally inaudible during normal use; at full fan speed it's certainly noticeable, but it doesn't even reach 100% duty cycle on my 14700K, so-given that your case has sufficient airflow, etc.-there's really no reason why it should ever be loud enough to be annoying.
Installation is straightforward thanks to the well-designed mounting system. The heatsink looks sleek for what it is, and the aRGB is plenty bright to be visible even in cases with tinted side panels. A minor plus is the LGA2011v3 compatibility, increasingly rare among reputable manufacturers in 2025.
Thermalright's long-standing reputation for quality at competitive prices is well-deserved. This cooler continues that tradition with zero compromises.
Worth Considering Before Purchase: Some of Thermalright's AIOs are occasionally priced similarly or lower than this air cooler, and they will likely outperform it in real-world use (installed in a case, not on an open test bench). Unlike an air cooler (which is limited by the in-case air temperature), an AIO can either exhaust CPU heat directly out of the case or pull room-temperature air in—depending on how you configure the fans.
This becomes especially important with a vertically mounted GPU, where this heatsink is tall enough that it receives direct heat from the GPU exhaust. In my Hyte Y70 case with a 14700K and a 7900XTX, during heavy GPU load but light CPU load, the hot GPU exhaust raises CPU temperatures to about 65°C. Under moderate CPU load, temperatures remain reasonable as the CPU fans ramp up to compensate, but a good AIO would perform better, particularly in low-CPU-but-high-GPU-load scenarios.
Physical clearance between this heatsink and a vertically mounted GPU can also be an issue, depending on motherboard socket location and GPU size.
Bottom Line: This is an excellent air cooler with no inherent flaws, and I highly recommend it. Depending on your setup, you might be better served by a Thermalright AIO at a comparable price point. You can't really go wrong with either option.
I recently purchased the Thermalright CPU cooler, and I am very impressed with its performance. The installation was straightforward, and the build quality feels premium. The heatsink design and fan efficiency provide excellent cooling, keeping my CPU temperatures significantly lower even under heavy workloads and gaming sessions. One of the standout features is how quiet it runs compared to other coolers in this price range. Even at higher RPMs, the noise levels remain minimal. The included thermal paste also seems to be of good quality, ensuring optimal heat transfer. The only minor downside is that it might be a bit large for compact builds, so make sure to check your case clearance before purchasing. However, for mid-tower and full-tower cases, this cooler is a fantastic choice.
Overall, I highly recommend the Thermalright to anyone looking for a high-performance, budget-friendly CPU cooler.
Im installing it on a ryzen 7 7900x, am5 platform. I switched from an AIO to this. I had my AIO for 4years now and I wanted get ahead and change before something goes wrong.
My current cpu temps Idle: AIO: 47deg, phantom Spirit: 45deg Gaming (helldivers): AIO: 67ish, phantom Spirit: 67ish Cinabench 2024 score: AIO: 1646 phantom spirit: 1647
Build quality: The build quality of this is extremely amazing. Feels quality and looks quality. The size is smaller than a nh-d15 but performs on par with it. The fans are amazing quality as well. I was worried with the fan brackets since it seem flimsy. However, after installing it, its very much secure.
Cooling Performance: Performs the same as my old Kraken x63 AIO and nh-d15. In some cases, it performs maginally better when compared to both. In my opinion, highend cooling has plateaued and price is the only driving factor.
Noise: Its slightly louder than an AIO when on stock (but thats normal, AIOs are quieter in general) However, the performance of this thing is so good that I am able to turn down the fan speeds significantly. I have it at 25% when below 50deg, 40% below 70deg, and 80% at 85deg. Its a very quiet hum for most usage unless im stress testing. My video has the fan speed around 40% and u can barely hear it even with the glass off.
Installation: I had a bit of confusion when installing it, because the stand offs say am4 and I was hessitant to just use that for my am5 incase it bends the pins on my motherboard. However, their website says it works for am5 and it does! I was still careful not to overtighten the screws just incase. Additionally, on am5, you dont need a motherboard backplate, its a really easy install process.
My only irk: The fans come with two connectors, both the pmw and argb. Its extra wired that I had to manage, but mostly not a problem.
Conclusion: This aircooler is a steal and a must buy for any build! I suggest even if you dont a highend cpu to get this one and use it for years to come! Its literally highend cooling for less than 1/2 the price. I feel like modern AIOs are not worth it anymore unless you are going for a certain aesthetic. Especially with the AIOs many potential failure points.
Additional tips: If you use a 7000 series ryzen, i highly recommend you undervolt it as it would use significantly less power for almost the same performance. My temps went down by 18degs for a 2% performance loss.
Impressive especially for its price! Great cooling, quiet, and reliable!
Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2024
Im installing it on a ryzen 7 7900x, am5 platform. I switched from an AIO to this. I had my AIO for 4years now and I wanted get ahead and change before something goes wrong.
My current cpu temps Idle: AIO: 47deg, phantom Spirit: 45deg Gaming (helldivers): AIO: 67ish, phantom Spirit: 67ish Cinabench 2024 score: AIO: 1646 phantom spirit: 1647
Build quality: The build quality of this is extremely amazing. Feels quality and looks quality. The size is smaller than a nh-d15 but performs on par with it. The fans are amazing quality as well. I was worried with the fan brackets since it seem flimsy. However, after installing it, its very much secure.
Cooling Performance: Performs the same as my old Kraken x63 AIO and nh-d15. In some cases, it performs maginally better when compared to both. In my opinion, highend cooling has plateaued and price is the only driving factor.
Noise: Its slightly louder than an AIO when on stock (but thats normal, AIOs are quieter in general) However, the performance of this thing is so good that I am able to turn down the fan speeds significantly. I have it at 25% when below 50deg, 40% below 70deg, and 80% at 85deg. Its a very quiet hum for most usage unless im stress testing. My video has the fan speed around 40% and u can barely hear it even with the glass off.
Installation: I had a bit of confusion when installing it, because the stand offs say am4 and I was hessitant to just use that for my am5 incase it bends the pins on my motherboard. However, their website says it works for am5 and it does! I was still careful not to overtighten the screws just incase. Additionally, on am5, you dont need a motherboard backplate, its a really easy install process.
My only irk: The fans come with two connectors, both the pmw and argb. Its extra wired that I had to manage, but mostly not a problem.
Conclusion: This aircooler is a steal and a must buy for any build! I suggest even if you dont a highend cpu to get this one and use it for years to come! Its literally highend cooling for less than 1/2 the price. I feel like modern AIOs are not worth it anymore unless you are going for a certain aesthetic. Especially with the AIOs many potential failure points.
Additional tips: If you use a 7000 series ryzen, i highly recommend you undervolt it as it would use significantly less power for almost the same performance. My temps went down by 18degs for a 2% performance loss.
So I'm using this in an MSI X870E Carbon WiFi with the AMD 9800X3D. This is a super combination, upgrading from my Noctua NH-U14S. What a difference. At similar volume levels, the Thermalright is several degrees cooler. While yes, the Noctua is quieter at max RPM, at equivalent RPMs the Thermalright is quieter. It's not even fair to say the Noctua is quieter, because of course it is – it tops out at 1500rpm, whereas the Thermalright will go to 2150rpm! At 1500rpm, the Thermaltake setup is quieter than the Noctua. It's that simple.
In Cinebench R23 multi-core, I'm seeing mid 70s temperatures max (with a small undervolt of -20 on all cores). Fantastic. The RGB is subtle and fun, though the sandwiched fan doesn't show it off super well.
Overall, this is fantastic value, and cools the 9800X3D easily.
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2025
So I'm using this in an MSI X870E Carbon WiFi with the AMD 9800X3D. This is a super combination, upgrading from my Noctua NH-U14S. What a difference. At similar volume levels, the Thermalright is several degrees cooler. While yes, the Noctua is quieter at max RPM, at equivalent RPMs the Thermalright is quieter. It's not even fair to say the Noctua is quieter, because of course it is – it tops out at 1500rpm, whereas the Thermalright will go to 2150rpm! At 1500rpm, the Thermaltake setup is quieter than the Noctua. It's that simple.
In Cinebench R23 multi-core, I'm seeing mid 70s temperatures max (with a small undervolt of -20 on all cores). Fantastic. The RGB is subtle and fun, though the sandwiched fan doesn't show it off super well.
Overall, this is fantastic value, and cools the 9800X3D easily.
Works great, no issues with it at all. Noise is good, cooling is excellent, standard installation with idiot proof explication. Some what bulky so be mindful of the dimensions.
Whether you’re after the highest possible CPU overclock, or just looking to build a PC that's silent under load, you should choose your CPU cooler carefully. The best CPU cooler for your build will make a big difference in your system's temperatures and fan noise. In high-end systems, it can even deliver better performance by keeping boost clocks higher for longer.
Este enfriador de aire puesto a prueba con un Ryzen 7 9800X3D y si leda la talla claro que no se usa overclocv pero aún así lo mantiene a 50° con Google, YouTube, Word, etc y para juegos llega a 60° u 70° eso ya depende del videojuego pero aún así es super de buen material ventiladores de 120mm 2000rps y con RGB es discreto nada del otro mundo pero se ve bien son 158 mm del enfriador por lo cual le cabe casi en cualquier gabinete además el ventilador en las ram se puede subir un poco si las rams son bastante grandes pero si son las normales queda bastante pareja las uso con lexa Thor y están muy bien Uso un jonsbo d32 pro y está perfecto y para finalizar le puse un ventilador extra por atrás para sacar el calor y que si saca el calor 🥵 Por último si lo pueden conseguir en otro lado estaría mejor el precio está muy elevado ya que este enfriador debería valer 50 dólares pero vale más xc
Este enfriador de aire puesto a prueba con un Ryzen 7 9800X3D y si leda la talla claro que no se usa overclocv pero aún así lo mantiene a 50° con Google, YouTube, Word, etc y para juegos llega a 60° u 70° eso ya depende del videojuego pero aún así es super de buen material ventiladores de 120mm 2000rps y con RGB es discreto nada del otro mundo pero se ve bien son 158 mm del enfriador por lo cual le cabe casi en cualquier gabinete además el ventilador en las ram se puede subir un poco si las rams son bastante grandes pero si son las normales queda bastante pareja las uso con lexa Thor y están muy bien Uso un jonsbo d32 pro y está perfecto y para finalizar le puse un ventilador extra por atrás para sacar el calor y que si saca el calor 🥵 Por último si lo pueden conseguir en otro lado estaría mejor el precio está muy elevado ya que este enfriador debería valer 50 dólares pero vale más xc
Good item perfect cooling I bought it for ryzen 7 7700 and I'm using gigabyte b650 eagle ax the only thing that if you want to install the fan u have to put the fan little bit higher because my ram it's high profile I'm using ddr5 corsair vengeance
Product Summary: Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 EVO CPU Cooler,7×6mm Heat Pipes CPU Air Cooler,Dual PWM Fan Computer Cooling,2150RPM Speed,for AMD AM4 AM5/Intel 1700/1150/1151/1200/17XX/2011/1851
From Thermalright Product Dimensions : 5.3 x 4.92 x 6.18 inches; 3.9 Pounds Item model number : PS120 EVO Date First Available : October 18, 2023 Manufacturer : Thermalright ASIN : B0CL9W968Y Country of Origin : China
【Overall refinement】The cpu radiator adopts anodic black frosted process, the twin towers of the radiator body present a frosted texture, with 7 fully plated and blackened heatpipes, as well as a precision micro-engraved reflow soldered copper base, which greatly enhances the overall performance of the radiator; avoiding the treatment of the graphics card allows for greater compatibility of the cpu cooler. 【AGHP technique】7x6mm heatpipe with AGHP upgraded 4th generation technology, the Inverse gravity effect caused by vertical / horizontal orientation. Up to 20000 hours of industrial service life, S-FDB bearings ensure long service life of air-cooler radiators.UL class a safety insulation low-grade, industrial strength PBT + PC material to create high-quality products for you. 【AGHP technique】7x6mm heatpipe with AGHP upgraded 4th generation technology, the Inverse gravity effect caused by vertical / horizontal orientation. Up to 20000 hours of industrial service life, S-FDB bearings ensure long service life of air-cooler radiators.UL class a safety insulation low-grade, industrial strength PBT + PC material to create high-quality products for you. 【AGHP technique】7x6mm heatpipe with AGHP upgraded 4th generation technology, the Inverse gravity effect caused by vertical / horizontal orientation. Up to 20000 hours of industrial service life, S-FDB bearings ensure long service life of air-cooler radiators.UL class a safety insulation low-grade, industrial strength PBT + PC material to create high-quality products for you.
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