These are the best liquid chip chillers to suit all budgets, form factors, and processors.

The best AIO coolers for CPUs

6. NZXT Kraken Z73

Sometimes only the best will do, and short of a fully custom loop, it's hard to go past the NXZT Kraken Z73. It's pricey, but is oh-so-pretty, and has awesome performance to go with it.

Socket support: Intel LGA 1200, 115X, 1366, 2011, 2011-3, 2066, AMD AM4, TRX40 and TR4 compatible | Fan speeds: 800–2800 | RPM Noise level: Up to 36 dB(A)

5. Cooler Master MasterLiquid ML360R RGB

One of the better value RGB-supporting 360mm coolers on the market, the ML360R offers a tempting blend of cooling performance and ARGB customisable good looks. 

Socket support: Intel LGA20XX, LGA1366, 1200, 115X, 775, AMD AM4, AM3, AM2, FM2, FM1 compatible | Fans speeds: 650–2000 RPM | Noise level: Up to 30 dB(A)

4. Asus TUF Gaming LC 240 ARGB

If you're looking for an affordable AIO with ARGB support that's also quiet, the LC 240 ARGB is well worth a look. Install it and you'll forget you’re even running a liquid cooler.

Socket support: Intel LGA 1200, 1150, 1151, 1152, 1156, 1366, AMD AM4 | Fan speeds: 800–2000 RPM | Noise level: Up to 29.3 dB(A)

3. Corsair Hydro Series H60 V2

The 120mm AIO form factor won’t suit everyone, but those who require a compact cooler for something like a small volume ITX build will find this affordable unit is a great option.

Socket support: Intel LGA 1200, 1150, 1151, 1155, 1156, 1366, 2011, 2066, AMD AM4, AM3 & AM2 | Fan speeds: Up to 1700 RPM | Noise level: Up to 28.3 dB(A)

2. Deepcool Gammaxx L240 V2

If you’re after a 240mm AIO that’s inexpensive and quiet under less demanding CPU loads, then the Deepcool Gammaxx L240 proves to be a terrific option.

Socket support: Intel LGA20XX, LGA1366, LGA1200, 115X, AMD AM4, AM3, AM2, FM2, FM1 | Fan speeds: 500–1800 RPM | Noise level: Up to 30 dB(A)

1. EK-AIO Basic 240

The EK Basic 240 stands out thanks to its superb build quality. This is the perfect AIO cooler for builds with a stealthy focus or closed case rigs where lighting doesn’t matter. 

Socket support: Intel LGA: 1150, 1151, 1155, 1156, 1200, 2011, 2011-3, 2066, AMD AM4 compatibleScale: 240 mm | Fan speeds: 500–2200 RPM | Noise level: Up to 33.5 dB(A)

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