1 / 5Thermalright Burst Assassin 120 SE CPU Air Cooler, 6 Heatpipes
Thermalright Burst Assassin 120 SE is a single-tower CPU air cooler listing six heatpipes, a TL-C12C fan and compatibility with selected Intel and AMD sockets. Its stated 148 mm height may suit some smaller cases, but check clearance and your exact socket before buying.
At a glance
- Single-tower design with six listed heatpipes and direct-touch heat-pipe technology.
- The listing gives a cooler height of 148 mm. Check your case's CPU-cooler clearance before purchase.
- The stated socket list spans selected Intel LGA and AMD AM4/AM5 platforms.
Reference price: €26.90
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Six listed heatpipes and a single-tower heatsink provide a clear air-cooling configuration for desktop builds.
- The listed 148 mm height gives a useful case-clearance figure to compare against your system.
Technical specifications
12 specifications| Brand | Thermalright |
|---|---|
| Model | Burst Assassin 120 SE |
| Cooling method | Air |
|---|---|
| Heatpipes | 6 nickel-plated, oxidation-resistant pure copper heatpipes |
| Fan | TL-C12C series fan |
| Maximum rotational speed | 1550 RPM |
| Power connector | 4-Pin |
| Voltage | 12 Volts |
| Wattage | 2 watts |
| Supported sockets | Intel: LGA1150/1151/1155/1156/1200/1700/1851 AMD:AM4/AM5 |
|---|
| Dimensions | 12.4L x 7.7W x 14.8H centimetres |
|---|---|
| Material listed | Aluminum |
What to know before buying
- The manufacturer says the original motherboard backplane must be used for AMD installation. Confirm the required mounting parts and case clearance for your build.
What’s in the box
Included- CPU air cooler
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Desktop builders seeking a single-tower air cooler for a listed Intel or AMD socket.
- Buyers comparing cooler height against a small or medium PC case.
Less suited to
- Systems using sockets outside the listed compatibility range.
- Buyers whose case has less than 148 mm of CPU-cooler clearance.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
89% 89% - 4 stars
5% 5% - 3 stars
6% 6% - 2 stars
0% 0% - 1 star
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Aggregate ratings lean strongly towards five-star, with a smaller four- and three-star portion. This suggests generally favourable feedback but does not explain what customers liked or disliked. There is no supplied written feedback to identify specific experiences, so use the listed socket support and 148 mm height to judge fit for your build.
Frequently asked questions
Which CPU sockets does the Burst Assassin 120 SE support?
The listing names Intel LGA1150, 1151, 1155, 1156, 1200, 1700 and 1851, plus AMD AM4 and AM5. Confirm your exact motherboard socket before ordering.
Will it fit in a compact PC case?
The manufacturer gives a total height of 148 mm. Compare that with your case's cooler-clearance limit, as case compatibility is not guaranteed by the listing.
What should AMD buyers know about installation?
The listing says to retain and use the original motherboard backplane for AMD installation.
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