# Thermalright Burst Assassin 120 SE ARGB White CPU Air Cooler, 6 Heatpipes

Thermalright Burst Assassin 120 SE ARGB is a white, single-tower CPU air cooler with six copper heatpipes and a 120 mm PWM ARGB fan. Its listed sockets include AM4 and AM5, plus several Intel LGA platforms, making socket compatibility and case clearance the key checks before purchase.

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- Market: IE
- Language: en-IE
- Currency: EUR
- Brand: Thermalright
- Model: Burst Assassin 120 SE ARGB Weiß
- Category: Computers > Computer Components > Computer Cooling
- Price: 21.59 EUR
- Previous price: 26.99 EUR
- Discount: 20%
- Price checked: 2026-11-12T20:46:38.147Z

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## At a glance

- Six copper heatpipes and a single-tower aluminium heatsink form the listed cooling design.
- The 120 mm PWM fan is listed at 1550 RPM, with airflow up to 66.17 CFM.
- The fan has 5V 3-pin ARGB lighting, with colour control and synchronisation through a compatible motherboard port.
- Socket support covers AM4 and AM5 plus Intel LGA1150, 1151, 1155, 1156, 1200, 1700 and 1851.

## Pros

- Six heatpipes and a 120 mm PWM fan provide a substantial air-cooling layout in a 148 mm-tall cooler.
- The socket list spans current and older AMD and Intel desktop platforms.
- ARGB lighting can be managed through a compatible motherboard connection.

## Specifications

### Identity
- Brand: Thermalright
- Model: Burst Assassin 120 SE ARGB Weiß
### Cooling and fan
- Cooling method: Air
- Heatpipes: 6 nickel-plated, oxidation-resistant pure copper heatpipes
- Fan model: TL-C12CW-S
- Fan dimensions: 120 x 120 x 25 mm \(4.72 x 4.72 x 0.98 inch\)
- Fan speed: 1550 RPM±10%
- Maximum rotational speed: 1550 RPM
- Airflow: 66.17 CFM \(max\)
- Air flow capacity: 66.17 Cubic Feet Per Minute
- Noise level: ≤ 25.6 dB\(A\)
- Noise level, listing details: 25.6 Decibels
- Power connector: 4 Pin PWM
- Voltage: 12 V
### Dimensions and materials
- Cooler dimensions: 120\(L\) x 77\(W\) x 148\(H\) mm \(4.72 x 3.03 x 5.83 inches\)
- Item dimensions: 12L x 7.7W x 14.8H centimetres
- Heatsink material: aluminum
### Compatibility and use
- Intel sockets: LGA1150/1151/1155/1156/1200/1700/1851
- AMD sockets: AM4/AM5
- Compatible device: Desktop

## Before you buy

- The listing gives slightly different noise formats and an unusual 12 V \(AC\) detail-page entry alongside the fan specification. Confirm the exact fan and power details in the selected listing. Check the cooler's 148 mm height against case clearance. AMD installation requires the original motherboard backplane. The stated mounting hardware is described as suitable plates or parts, but the exact package inventory is not detailed.

## In the box

- CPU cooler (Included)

## A good fit for

- Desktop builders whose motherboard uses one of the listed AMD AM4/AM5 or Intel LGA sockets.
- Buyers seeking a tower air cooler with six heatpipes and ARGB fan lighting.

## Less suited to

- Systems that cannot accommodate a cooler 148 mm tall.
- Builds using a CPU socket not named in the compatibility list.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which CPU sockets does this cooler list?
The listing names AMD AM4 and AM5, and Intel LGA1150, 1151, 1155, 1156, 1200, 1700 and 1851. Check your exact motherboard socket before ordering.
### How tall is the cooler?
The listed height is 148 mm. Compare it with the CPU-cooler clearance specified for your case.
### Does the fan have ARGB lighting?
Yes. The listed fan uses a 5V 3-pin ARGB light interface. The listing says lighting can be managed and synchronised through a compatible motherboard port.
### What should AMD users know about installation?
The listing says to use the original motherboard backplane for AMD installation.

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