Thermalright Aqua Elite returns with new V5 models

Thermalright is updating its Aqua Elite AIO series with a fresh new look. The new Aqua Elite 360 V5, which should keep the lineup's goal of offering solid cooling at an accessible price, features a completely redesigned pump block with subtle RGB lighting reminiscent of an aircraft jet engine.

Available in black or white 360 mm variants, the V5 pairs its unique pump aesthetic with a focus on low-noise operation. Three Thermalright TL-S12 fans handle cooling, each featuring a reliable S-FDB bearing and are rated to spin up to 2000 RPM, delivering a claimed 68.9 CFM of airflow and 2.21 mmH2O of static pressure. While not Thermalright's absolute top performers, these fans are known for being relatively quiet.

The pump itself can run up to 2800 RPM, circulating coolant through a standard 27 mm thick aluminium radiator. The core cooling hardware appears largely unchanged, with the main updates being the pump block's visual design and the fans.

The Aqua Elite 360 V5 comes with mounting hardware for all modern sockets right out of the box, including AMD's AM4/AM5 and Intel's LGA 115x, 1200, 1700, and 1851. While Thermalright hasn't announced final pricing, the Aqua Elite series has historically been very budget-friendly, making the V5 a potentially strong contender for mainstream builds.

KitGuru says: Do you like the new aesthetics of the Aqua Elite V5? Which colourway of this new AIO cooler do you prefer?

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