Are you trying to find water cooling systems among various brands on the market but aren’t sure where to begin? To assist you in finding the right one, we’ve put together a list of the 7 best to help you pick the perfect one!
We investigated and evaluated a number of the top-selling water cooling systems on the market in order to create our list of the best. Making a decision among the many options available is never simple. There are an infinite number of models available, each with a distinct price. And as you’ll find out, the best options aren’t usually the ones you imagine! This comparison is rich and relevant because of the numerous factors that were employed. You will find products featured in this ranking not only based on their pricing but also on their features and other customers reviews. To write this review, we completed 26 hours of research and did 25 water cooling systems tests. You won’t need to pick products at random any more. If you’re unsure of what to look for, browse our list and consult the buying guide!
An overview of our top picks
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The best water cooling systems you can buy today
- LGA1851 AND LGA1700 CONTACT FRAME: Improved contact pressure distribution through Intel mounting frame for efficient heat transfer, thanks to even CPU contact surface
- NATIVE AMD OFFSET MOUNTING: Optimized for the multi-die chiplet design of Ryzen processors - 5mm offset for optimal coverage of the CPU hotspot, resulting in more efficient heat transfer
- ACTIVE COOLING OF THE VOLTAGE CONVERTERS: PWM-controlled VRM fan that additionally cools components in the base area, such as voltage converters
- INTEGRATED CABLE MANAGEMENT: The PWM cables of the radiator fans are integrated into the jacket of the hoses, which means that only one visible cable is connected to the motherboard
- LIMITED COMPATIBILITY WITH A FEW MOTHERBOARDS: Oversized coolers on the M.2_1 slot can lead to compatibility problems. An overview and solution is available in the technical data, in the manual and on the manufacturer's website. Please use the compatibility check
- Modular, tool-free mounting bracket for quick and simple installation on the latest Intel and AMD motherboard sockets including LGA 1700, 1200, 115X, 2066, 2011-3 and 2011 plus AMD Socket AM5, AM4.
- Easy operation thanks to 5V ARGB motherboard lighting control, or connect to an RGB lighting controller for lighting compatibility with nearly any build configuration.
- Enable advanced control with CORSAIR iCUE software for system monitoring and synchronized lighting with your iCUE ecosystem (requires a CORSAIR iCUE lighting controller, sold separately).
- Cooled by a 240mm radiator and two 120mm CORSAIR SP RGB ELITE Series AirGuide fans, delivering powerful PWM-controlled airflow between 400 and 1,500 RPM and eight individually addressable RGB LEDs per fan.
- Equipped with a thermally optimized copper cold plate with pre-applied thermal compound and low-noise pump design for high-performance, quiet cooling.
- PERSONALIZATION THAT POPS: Display a favorite animated GIF or static image, monitor real-time PC performance metrics, see music that's currently playing, integrate web content and more with NZXT CAM software.
- LCD DISPLAY: 1.54"" square LCD display with 240x240 resolution, 30 Hz refresh rate, and bright 300 cd/m² backlight brings on-screen content to life.
- HIGH-PERFORMANCE PUMP: The powerful Asetek pump operates at up to 2,800 RPM to ensure efficient and quiet coolant circulation.
- POWERFUL COOLING: Static Pressure Fans with fluid dynamic bearings provide an optimal balance of high static pressure and airflow for powerful cooling with minimal noise.
- SIMPLE SETUP: A single breakout cable from pump to motherboard makes for easy installation.
- LGA1851 AND LGA1700 CONTACT FRAME: Improved contact pressure distribution through Intel mounting frame for efficient heat transfer, thanks to even CPU contact surface
- NATIVE AMD OFFSET MOUNTING: Optimized for the multi-die chiplet design of Ryzen processors - 5mm offset for optimal coverage of the CPU hotspot, resulting in more efficient heat transfer
- ACTIVE COOLING OF THE VOLTAGE CONVERTERS: PWM-controlled VRM fan that additionally cools components in the base area, such as voltage converters
- INTEGRATED CABLE MANAGEMENT: The PWM cables of the radiator fans are integrated into the jacket of the hoses, which means that only one visible cable is connected to the motherboard
- LIMITED COMPATIBILITY WITH A FEW MOTHERBOARDS: Oversized coolers on the M.2_1 slot can lead to compatibility problems. An overview and solution is available in the technical data, in the manual and on the manufacturer's website. Please use the compatibility check
- PERSONALIZATION THAT POPS - Display a favorite animated GIF or static image, monitor real-time PC performance metrics, see music that's currently playing, integrate web content and more with NZXT CAM software
- WIDE-ANGLE LCD DISPLAY - 2.36" diameter LCD display with a wide viewing angle, crisp 640x640 resolution, high 60 Hz refresh rate, and a vivid 690 cd/m² backlight brings on-screen content to life
- HIGH-PERFORMANCE PUMP - The powerful Asetek pump operates at up to 2,800 RPM to ensure efficient and quiet coolant circulation
- COLORFUL COOLING - RGB Core Fans with fluid dynamic bearings provide an optimal balance of static pressure and airflow for powerful cooling plus vivid RGB lighting
- SIMPLE SETUP - A single breakout cable from pump to motherboard makes for easy installation
- Premium All-in-One LCD CPU Cooler: Combines powerful, low-noise cooling with a personalized LCD display to accent your system’s aesthetics and track its real-time performance at a glance.
- Brilliant IPS LCD Display: Showcase your live CPU temperature, favorite animated GIF, funniest meme, your team’s logo, or any image you like on a custom 2.1” IPS LCD screen with 480x480 resolution, ultra-bright 600cd/m² backlight, 24-bit true colour depth, and over 16.7 million colors.
- Pick Your Theme: A diverse library of colorful themes let you view vital system information in bold graphic display styles that suit your system and setup.
- Powerful AF RGB ELITE Fans: CORSAIR AF120 RGB ELITE PWM fans deliver massive low-noise airflow with AirGuide technology along a high-surface area 360mm radiator for extreme CPU cooling performance.
- Quiet CPU Cooling with Zero RPM Mode Support: Dictate your exact fan speeds up to 2,100 RPM with PWM control as quietly as 36 dBa, plus support for 0 RPM PWM signals that allow fans to stop entirely at low temperatures, eliminating fan noise completely.
- English (Publication Language)
- Clean Classic Design: A clean and minimalist design offers a modern facelift to the pump, while enhancing the lighting dispersion of the ARGB. for fully customizable illumination
- Gen S Dual Chamber Pump: An improved copper base design to target heat spots with greater precision, while also increasing water flow and pressure for enhanced cooling performance.
- CryoFuze Thermal Paste: Now included premium CryoFuze thermal paste, which offers exceptional thermal conductivity of 14W/mK, as well as non-corrosive and oxidation-resistant properties for temperature stability ranging from -50°C up to 250°C.
- Optimized Fan Blades: Our optimized PWM curve blade design improves airflow and air pressure, while the enhanced frame reduces turbulent flow for a quieter and more efficient cooling performance
- Frosted Blade Design: Our frosted blade design has been refreshed to enhance the dispersion of ARGB lighting, resulting in a more vibrant and luminescent effect that is fully customizable
- ROTATABLE BLOCKHEAD - Features a 270° rotatable water block with MSI logo in ARGB as well as Addressable RGB fans for multiple lighting effects.
- SPLIT-FLOW RADIATOR WITH INTEGRATED PUMP - The aluminium radiator features a unique split-flow water cooling system with an integrated three-phase pump for superior durability and motor resonance reduction.
- TRIPLE ARGB FANS - 3x 120mm ARGB PWM fans provide excellent pressure and air flow while generating very little noise.
- EVAPORATION-PROOF TUBING - 400mm water cooling tubes comprised of triple-layered netted plastic concealed beneath reinforced mesh sheathing to ensure that water stays inside the closed-loop system at all times.
- AMD & INTEL SOCKET COMPATIBLE - An easy-to-install mounting bracket fits AMD (AM5, AM4, FM2+, FM2, FM1, AM3+, AM3, AM2+, AM2) and Intel (LGA 1150, 1151, 1155, 1156, 1700,1200, 1366, 2011, 2011-3, 2066) CPU sockets; Thermal paste included
- 【Better Heat Dissipation】The AIO CPU water cooler equipped with a 240mm radiator and two 120mm PWM fans to make sure excellent heat transfer from CPU.
- 【White LED Lighting】Classic white LED lighting on the pump to match your PC build.
- 【PWM Fans】The 120mm PWM fan delivers improved airflow for extreme CPU cooling performance.
- 【Compatibility】Compatible with multi sockets like Intel LGA1700/1200/1151/1150/1155/1156 & AMD AM5/AM4
- LGA1851 AND LGA1700 CONTACT FRAME: Improved contact pressure distribution through Intel mounting frame for efficient heat transfer, thanks to even CPU contact surface
- NATIVE AMD OFFSET MOUNTING: Optimized for the multi-die chiplet design of Ryzen processors - 5mm offset for optimal coverage of the CPU hotspot, resulting in more efficient heat transfer
- ACTIVE COOLING OF THE VOLTAGE CONVERTERS: PWM-controlled VRM fan that additionally cools components in the base area, such as voltage converters
- INTEGRATED CABLE MANAGEMENT: The PWM cables of the radiator fans are integrated into the jacket of the hoses, which means that only one visible cable is connected to the motherboard
- LIMITED COMPATIBILITY WITH A FEW MOTHERBOARDS: Oversized coolers on the M.2_1 slot can lead to compatibility problems. An overview and solution is available in the technical data, in the manual and on the manufacturer's website. Please use the compatibility check
- Seamless Personalization: Enjoy powerful, low-noise cooling with a personalized LCD screen, all with simplified hidden connections thanks to the patent-pending iCUE LINK ecosystem
- Brilliant IPS LCD Display: Showcase your real-time CPU temperature, favorite animated GIF, funniest meme, or your team’s logo on a custom 2.1” IPS LCD screen with 480x480 resolution, ultra-bright 600cd/m² backlight, 24-bit true color depth, and over 16.7 million colors
- Effortless Connectivity & Intelligent Design: Take your build to the next level with the patent-pending iCUE LINK ecosystem, letting you chain all your components together using universal connectors, all plugged into a single port on the included iCUE LINK System Hub. Build faster, reduce cable clutter, and create a more intelligent, cohesive system setup
- Hidden Connections for a Flawless Look: A hidden connection design moves all connections to the end of the radiator, allowing for a distraction-free viewing experience of the stunning LCD screen and 24 RGB LED pump cap. Create a sleek and stylish build that showcases your personal style with ease
- Unbeatable Lighting with QX RGB Fans: CORSAIR QX120 RGB PWM fans with a patent-pending Magnetic Dome bearing deliver powerful, quiet airflow pre-installed along a 360mm radiator, lit by an astonishing 34 RGB LEDs per fan
- BOTTOM LOAD WATER COOLER DISPENSER: Don’t struggle to lift heavy bottles. Simplify your life with a bottom loading water cooler dispenser for 5 gallon bottles. The cabinet fits either a 3- or 5-gallon jug bottles and perfectly accommodates both.
- HOT, COLD & ROOM-TEMPERATURE WATER: Three temperature settings allow you to customize your drinking experience. The Brio Essential hot and cold water dispenser features hot, cold, and room-temperature functions for either refreshing and satisfying hydration or a soothing hot beverage.
- CHILD-SAFETY LOCK: Never worry about accidental pouring of hot water again with the two-step dispenser on the hot-water spout. Simply release the lock located above the dispensing button and enjoy soothing hot water at your fingertips. Rest assured that the safety of you and your loved ones are in the hands of Brio Water Engineers.
- SMART TECHNOLOGY: Maintenance with this water machine is a breeze with smart technology, as it lets you know when the bottle needs to be replaced. Take the guesswork out from refills and upkeep with the water cooler that conveniently reminds you.
- INNOVATIVE DESIGN: The stylish design features a stainless-steel accent and is the perfect 3 or 5 gallon water cooler dispenser for any home or office. The elegance of this unit will add style anywhere while also delivering refreshingly cool or soothing hot water at your fingertips.
- INCLUDED COMPONENTS: 3 or 5 Gallon Bottle Bottom Loading Water Cooler Dispenser for use with 3 or 5 gallon water bottle (not included), Manual, Care Guide
- High Performance RGB fan: Powered by Asetek 8th Gen Solution with a three-phase motor that goes up to 3600 RPM. Pushing air through the radiator effectively while maintaining the stunning looks of RGB fans.
- Empower with customizable display: The LCD screen on the water block can be personalized and controlled using L-Connect 3, with a wide range of multi-effects and customization for you to explore.
- Beginner friendly: build your personal dashboard featuring 4 layers to achieve a personalized display system.
- Easy to use: L-Connect 3 enables you to freely record and capture contents and built-in editor tool allows you to edit the vides or images from anywhere at anytime.
- Designed for cool: The 8th Gen Asetek pump features a 3-phase motor with up to 3600 RPM for enhanced cooling and quieter operation. It is further complemented by a larger cold plate designed for the latest Intel and AMD processors.
- LGA1851 AND LGA1700 CONTACT FRAME: Improved contact pressure distribution through Intel mounting frame for efficient heat transfer, thanks to even CPU contact surface
- NATIVE AMD OFFSET MOUNTING: Optimized for the multi-die chiplet design of Ryzen processors - 5mm offset for optimal coverage of the CPU hotspot, resulting in more efficient heat transfer
- ACTIVE COOLING OF THE VOLTAGE CONVERTERS: PWM-controlled VRM fan that additionally cools components in the base area, such as voltage converters
- INTEGRATED CABLE MANAGEMENT: The PWM cables of the radiator fans are integrated into the jacket of the hoses, which means that only one visible cable is connected to the motherboard
- LIMITED COMPATIBILITY WITH A FEW MOTHERBOARDS: Oversized coolers on the M.2_1 slot can lead to compatibility problems. An overview and solution is available in the technical data, in the manual and on the manufacturer's website. Please use the compatibility check
- Cool the latest CPUs from Intel or AMD, complete with a 240mm radiator, 2x 120mm fans, copper cold plate, and an efficient pump head lined with stunning CAPELLIX LEDs.
- CORSAIR AF120 RGB ELITE PWM fans deliver massive low-noise airflow with AirGuide technology for extreme CPU cooling performance.
- Dictate your exact fan speeds up to 2,100 RPM with PWM control as quietly as 34.1 dBa, plus support for 0 RPM PWM signals that allow fans to stop entirely at low temperatures, eliminating fan noise completely.
- An included iCUE COMMANDER CORE RGB lighting and fan speed controller gives you precise speed and lighting control over up to six CORSAIR RGB fans.
- Light up your system with 33 ultra-bright CAPELLIX LEDs in the pump head and 16 fan RGB LEDs, for mesmerizing, customizable lighting effects.
- English (Publication Language)
- AESTHETICS BEYOND IMAGINATION: Tired of crazy bling AIOs but don’t want the zero-light style? DeepCool LT Series offer a solution in balance. Equipped with the latest multidimensional infinity mirror design of magnetic pump block, DeepCool LT720 360mm AIO features “geometric ice cube” look to create minimalism-cyber ARGB style as the new design language of DeepCool aesthetics
- ULTIMATE COOLING CAPACITY: DeepCool LT720 360mm AIO improved 4th generation pump’s microchannel design to optimize coolant flow, 3100RPM high-performance motor combines pure copper plate maximize cooling capacity to overall 300w TDP, which supports even overclocked CPUs for mighty gaming performance
- HIGH-PERFORMANCE FANS: High-speed 2250RPM FK120 120mm FDB fans on DeepCool LT720 360mm AIO features 85.85CFM airflow and 3.27mmAq air pressure to build an efficient air cooling system, noise damping pads in fan corners avoid vibration whiches keep noise level under 32.9dB(A) even in full load, meanwhile, low noise adapters are contained in the box for quieter using experience
- MORE THAN SAFE: Worried about the whole rig ruined by AIO leaking accident? In DeepCool, it’s no longer a problem. All DeepCool AIOs including LT720 liquid CPU cooler 360mm features anti-leak patent technology from the brand, the pressure-relief device in radiator vents inner air pressure caused by high temperature to prevent any leaking trouble from your build for long-term use
- MASSIVE COMPATIBILITY: DeepCool LT720 liquid CPU cooler 360mm widely supports latest sockets on Intel LGA 1700/1200/1151/1150/1155/2066/2011-v3/2011 AMD AM4/AM5. Three years warranty, any problems, DeepCool always remains at your disposal
- TUF Gaming radiator fans upgraded with brighter ARGB lighting and grooved fins for improved airflow and lower noise
- Decoupled low-noise pump and ARGB pump cover
- Reinforced, sleeved 400mm tubing for increased durability and chassis compatibility
- Support for Intel LGA 1700, 1200, 115x, and AMD AM5 and AM4 sockets
- Six Year Warranty - To show our confidence in the premium durability of the TUF Gaming LC II 240 ARGB, we proudly support it with a 6-year worldwide warranty
- Advanced All-in-One CPU Cooling: Offers everything needed to keep your latest Intel or AMD CPU running at peak performance, while curbing the heat of even high-end processors.
- Modern Pump Head Design and 16 RGB LEDs: Elevate your CPU performance with liquid cooling driven by two 120mm CORSAIR AF ELITE Series AirGuide fans, delivering powerful PWM-controlled airflow between 400 and 1,850 RPM.
- Unite Your Setup: Powerful CORSAIR iCUE software enables you to control and synchronize your cooler’s RGB lighting with all iCUE compatible devices, monitor CPU and coolant temperatures, and adjust fan and pump speeds.
- Specialized Cooling Modes for Quiet Operation: Zero RPM fan and Variable Pump Speed specialized cooling modes in iCUE keep noise to a minimum when your system is idle or under light loads.
- High-Performance Cold Plate and Pump: Equipped with an optimized copper cold plate with pre-applied thermal compound and low-noise pump design for high-performance, quiet cooling.
- Clean Classic Design: A clean and minimalist design offers a modern facelift to the pump, while enhancing the lighting dispersion of the ARGB. for fully customizable illumination
- Gen S Dual Chamber Pump: An improved copper base design to target heat spots with greater precision, while also increasing water flow and pressure for enhanced cooling performance.
- CryoFuze Thermal Paste: Now included premium CryoFuze thermal paste, which offers exceptional thermal conductivity of 14W/mK, as well as non-corrosive and oxidation-resistant properties for temperature stability ranging from -50°C up to 250°C.
- Optimized Fan Blades: Our optimized PWM curve blade design improves airflow and air pressure, while the enhanced frame reduces turbulent flow for a quieter and more efficient cooling performance
- Frosted Blade Design: Our frosted blade design has been refreshed to enhance the dispersion of ARGB lighting, resulting in a more vibrant and luminescent effect that is fully customizable
- ROTATABLE BLOCKHEAD - Features a 270° rotatable water block with MSI logo in ARGB as well as Addressable RGB fans for multiple lighting effects.
- SPLIT-FLOW RADIATOR WITH INTEGRATED PUMP - The aluminium radiator features a unique split-flow water cooling system with an integrated three-phase pump for superior durability and motor resonance reduction.
- DUAL ARGB FANS - 2x 120mm ARGB PWM fans provide excellent pressure and air flow while generating very little noise.
- EVAPORATION-PROOF TUBING - 400mm water cooling tubes comprised of triple-layered netted plastic concealed beneath reinforced mesh sheathing to ensure that water stays inside the closed-loop system at all times.
- AMD & INTEL SOCKET COMPATIBLE - An easy-to-install mounting bracket fits AMD (AM5, AM4, FM2+, FM2, FM1, AM3+, AM3, AM2+, AM2) and Intel (LGA 1150, 1151, 1155, 1156, 1700,1200, 1366, 2011, 2011-3, 2066) CPU sockets; Thermal paste included
How to choose a good water cooling systems
Does the idea of finding a fantastic water cooling systems make you anxious? When it comes to purchasing this product, specifically when deciding which model to select, has your head been spinning between options? You are not alone if that is the case. We are aware of the pressure involved in the purchasing process!
Your presence here indicates that you are interested in water cooling systems. Before choosing which product would be the best for your needs after being inundated with information, locate a reliable source with genuine selections. You can get that information from a variety of sources, including buying guides and rating websites, word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family, online discussion forums where users can share their own experiences, product reviews that can be found all over the internet, and YouTube channels. You can only get the right product through exhaustive analysis. But you realize that’s not always simple. In order to ease your concerns, we have taken the time to develop a list of the top water cooling systems products available right now. You might be wondering how we came up with the list. How was this buying guide developed?
First, we used our algorithms to gather as much reliable data as we could about these products. To verify all the data gathered, we used both artificial intelligence and a lot of algorithms.
Then, our experts used criteria that are recognized in the business to evaluate them according to their quality to price ratio, allowing us to choose the top water cooling systems on the market right now!
The selection of the goods is not arbitrary. Before creating a list, we take into account a number of factors. Below are some of the criteria discussed:
Brand Value: What happens if you choose a dubious brand just because it appears to be a good deal? So the likelihood of receiving a product with a short shelf life increases. That is due to the fact that well-known brands have a reputation to uphold, while others do not. Top water cooling systems brands strive to provide some distinctive traits that set them apart from the competition. So, hopefully one or more of the items on our list will be perfect for you.
Features: Useful features are all you need, not tons of them. We consider the important aspects and select the top water cooling systems based on those.
Specifications: Numbers always help you measure the quality of a product in a quantitative way. We try to find products with higher specifications, but with the right balance.
Quality: A product’s quality may always be quantified with the aid of numbers. We look for goods with better standards that strike the proper balance. The best quality product that gets highly appreciated and recommended by experienced users.
Customer ratings: Would it be accurate to suggest that the water cooling systems were used by hundreds of customers before you? Superior ratings indicate that many customers had better service.
Customer Reviews: Like ratings, provide you with accurate and reliable information about the product from genuine customers. Customer ratings are very important to all of us because they contain accurate and reliable information about the customer service we received from several hundred customers.
Seller Rank: This is very intriguing! Not only do you need a good water cooling systems, you also need a product with rising sales that is trendy. It accomplishes two goals. First, the expanding user base proves the quality of the product. Second, given that number, producers must be able to offer greater quality and after-sales support.
Value: You get what you pay for, they say, so consider the value. Cheap isn’t always good and expensive isn’t always bad. However, that does not imply that spending a lot of money on a product that is flashy but underwhelming is a good idea. Before adding them to the list, we make an effort to evaluate how much value you can get for your money from your water cooling systems.
Durability: Durability and reliability are closely related concepts. You will benefit from a strong and long-lasting water cooling systems for months and years to come.
Product availability: Products come and go, and new ones replace the old ones. Most likely, a few new features and required changes were made. What use is it to use a supposedly good product if the maker no longer supports it? We make an effort to highlight products that are current and offered by one or more trustworthy sellers, if not more.
Negative Reviews: Yes, we do take that into account as well! The goods with the majority of bad reviews are filtered out and disregarded when we choose the best-rated one on the market.
These are the standards by which we selected our water cooling systems. Do we end our process there? Hell no. The most crucial fact about us that you should be aware of is that we regularly update our website with current and pertinent information. We have one more layer of filtration since we place the greatest importance on reader satisfaction. Please let us know if any product included here is incorrect, irrelevant, subpar, or simply out of date. We always value your opinions, and we’ll work hard to make any necessary corrections to our list in response to them.
Why should you believe us?
There are now thousands of possibilities for these products on Amazon, but choosing the best one can be difficult and time-consuming. And what water cooling systems should you purchase in 2022?
This guide is the result of more than 10 years of experience in researching, testing and writing about many topics. Each member of our team is an authority in their area. We read every article we could find online and every consumer review on every retail website for seven hours. Additionally, we discovered a ton of websites that offered helpful resources, including buying tips and thorough information on water cooling systems.
