Normalized Noise Tests
For these tests, I set the cooler’s fan(s) to speeds with noise output at the following predefined levels: 20/25/30/35/40 dBA. I skip the corresponding tests if the cooler’s fan(s) cannot reach some noise levels. Finally, I include a test where the cooler’s fan(s) spins at full speed.
Intel Results
CPU Temperature
The temperatures are low, but it cannot beat the Freezer III 280! I ran all tests two times to make sure.
CPU Frequency
CPU frequencies are pretty high. Still, the CPU clocks are higher with the Freezer III 280 model.
CPU Wattage
The CPU can get more power thanks to Arctic’s better lock mechanism, which is better than the stock mechanism.
Cooler Exhaust Temperature
I measure the temperature at the radiator’s exhaust side in AIOs.
AMD Results
CPU Temperature
While the Freezer III 360 model couldn’t take the lead from the 280mm model on the Intel platform, the opposite applies here.
CPU Frequency
Only in the 20 dBA normalized noise test does the 360mm Freezer stay slightly behind the 280mm one.
CPU Wattage
Second top CPU power consumption for the 360mm Freezer III model.
Cooler Exhaust Temperature
I measure the temperature at the radiator’s exhaust side in AIOs.
The performance of the 360 is only lower on the LG 1700. It turns out that there is a good chance that the frame pressure provided by Arctica is random.