Corsair NAUTILUS 240 RS ARGB 240mm Liquid CPU Cooler Black
The Corsair NAUTILUS 240 RS ARGB is a high-performance all-in-one liquid CPU cooler designed for PC enthusiasts and gamers who want a balance of efficient thermal management and striking visuals. Featuring a 240mm aluminum radiator, this cooler is engineered to handle the demands of modern CPUs from both Intel and AMD, providing a powerful cooling solution in a compact form factor. The sleek black finish gives it a professional and versatile look that can seamlessly integrate into any PC build. At the heart of its cooling capabilities are two Corsair RS120 ARGB fans. These fans are designed with Corsair’s AirGuide technology, which concentrates airflow and increases static pressure, ensuring that heat is effectively pushed out of the radiator. Despite their powerful performance, they maintain a low noise profile, with a maximum of 36 dBA, and even support a Zero RPM mode for silent operation during low loads. A key highlight of the NAUTILUS 240 RS ARGB is its straightforward, non-iCUE-dependent setup. It connects directly to your motherboard via standard 4-pin PWM and 3-pin 5V ARGB headers, giving you control over fan speeds and lighting effects through your motherboard's software. This eliminates the need for a separate controller, reducing cable clutter and making for a cleaner, more accessible build. The cooler also features a slightly convex copper cold plate with pre-applied thermal paste to ensure maximum contact and efficient heat transfer from the CPU.
Features of Corsair NAUTILUS 240 RS ARGB
- 240mm Radiator: Features a 240mm aluminum radiator that provides a large surface area for heat dissipation, allowing it to effectively cool a wide range of CPUs.
- High-Performance Fans: Comes with two Corsair RS120 ARGB fans. These fans can reach speeds up to 2100 RPM, delivering strong airflow (up to 72.8 CFM) and high static pressure (up to 4.15 mm-H₂O) to push air through the radiator.
- Low-Noise Operation: The fans use Magnetic Dome bearings to reduce friction and noise. The cooler also supports a Zero RPM mode, which stops the fans from spinning when the CPU is at low temperatures, providing a completely silent experience during light use. The pump operates at a whisper-quiet 20 dBA.
- Optimized Cold Plate: The copper cold plate has a slightly convex shape to ensure maximum contact with the CPU's integrated heat spreader, improving thermal transfer.
- Pre-Applied Thermal Paste: The cooler comes with pre-applied thermal paste on the cold plate, simplifying and speeding up the installation process.
- Vibrant ARGB Lighting: The fans and the pump head are equipped with addressable RGB (ARGB) lighting. This allows for customizable and dynamic lighting effects that can be controlled and synchronized with other components through your motherboard's software.
- Motherboard Control: A key feature is its "no controller required" design. The cooler plugs directly into your motherboard's standard 4-pin PWM and 3-pin 5V ARGB headers, which simplifies the build process, reduces cable clutter, and allows for control via motherboard software (e.g., ASUS Aura Sync, MSI Mystic Light, etc.).
- Daisy-Chainable Fans: The fans can be daisy-chained together, further streamlining cable management and reducing the number of headers needed on the motherboard.
- Wide CPU Socket Support: The cooler is compatible with a broad range of modern Intel and AMD sockets, including LGA 1851, 1700, and AM5, AM4.
- Durable Materials: It is built with high-quality materials, including a copper cold plate and an aluminum radiator.
- Long Warranty: The Corsair NAUTILUS 240 RS ARGB comes with a 5-year warranty.
