arctic liquid freezer ii 360 corsair 5000d

The Arctic Liquid Freezer II 360 is a large all-in-one (AIO) CPU cooler that uses a 360mm radiator to dissipate heat from the processor. It comes with six 120mm fans that are designed to provide high airflow and low noise levels.

The Corsair 5000D is a mid-tower ATX case that is designed to support a wide range of hardware, including large AIO coolers like the Arctic Liquid Freezer II 360. It has a spacious interior with plenty of room for fans and radiators, as well as good cable routing options and mounting points for fan straps. It also has a removable “inside side panel” that allows you to add up to three 120mm fans for improved airflow. The front part of the PSU shroud can also be replaced to improve radiator compatibility and increase airflow.

Compatibility between the Arctic Liquid Freezer II 360 and the Corsair 5000D

The only thing that “went wrong” with my specific construction plan was my aim to fit in an Arctic Freezer II 360 + 6x 120mm fans exhausting through the roof (total thickness for this AIO package is 63mm), there was 2mm missing… So I switched to a push/pull layout with 3x thin fans near the motherboard and 3x normal fans through the roof instead.

Future plans: I’m thinking about dremeling the floor to get air up to the GPU via a 120 mm fan, but I’m not sure I want to cut into the case just yet.

Good overall build quality, with well-made materials, painting, and mounting methods (with some exceptions). -Excellent cable routing capabilities, numerous strap mounting places, and plenty of straps included.

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The ability to remove the “inside side panel” and install up to three 120mm fans is a significant plus, as is the ability to replace the front half of the PSU shroud to improve radiator compatibility/increase airflow. – Very good airflow, my previous case was a CM Mastercase 5 case (completely cleaned from ODD/HDD caddies and other junk inside) with 3x intake and 3x exhaust (all 140 mm 100cfm fans), so I’m used to having a lot of airflows, and this new 5000D outperforms it by a wide margin now using: 3x 120 + 2x 140 intake and 4x 120 exhaust (I’m going to use 6×120 intakes once I receive the fans I have ordered).

It is feasible to put 3x 120mm or 2x 140mm fans to the outside of the roof under the mesh panel (like I did with 3x 120mm). This comes in handy when you want to have a thick radiator roof-mounted but can’t put the rad+fans package inside owing to impediments (in my case some VRM coolers and CPU 12V connections), which is really useful to know when planning your build.

As far as I know, Corsair does not include it in the specifications. As a side note, depending on your motherboard layout, you may be able to place skinny fans on the inside for a push/pull configuration. I was able to use a pull/pull configuration with three thin fans and three normal 120’s.

The right side panel with the filter and fan intake might have been made thicker! It is built of very thin steel, which reduces the overall quality feel significantly given that all other parts: main structure, glass side, and front/roof are of such high quality. -It’s difficult to accommodate the PSU if you want to use the floor-mounted HDD caddie; I don’t use the caddie, but it’s worth noting that my PSU is 160mm long.

Pros and cons

Pros of using the Arctic Liquid Freezer II 360 in the Corsair 5000D:

• High cooling performance: The 360mm radiator and six 120mm fans of the Arctic Liquid Freezer II 360 are designed to provide excellent cooling performance for high-end CPUs.
• Low noise levels: The fans of the Arctic Liquid Freezer II 360 are PWM controlled and have a maximum speed of 2000 RPM, which helps to keep noise levels low.
• Wide compatibility: The Arctic Liquid Freezer II 360 is compatible with a wide range of CPU sockets, including LGA 115x, LGA 2066, AM4, and TR4, making it a good choice for a variety of builds.
• Easy installation: The cooler comes with a universal mounting system that makes it easy to install on most motherboard types, and the Corsair 5000D has plenty of cable routing options and mounting points for fan straps to help with installation.

Cons of using the Arctic Liquid Freezer II 360 in the Corsair 5000D:

• Size: The Arctic Liquid Freezer II 360 is a large AIO cooler, which may be too big for some builds or cause issues with fitting in the Corsair 5000D.
• Cost: The Arctic Liquid Freezer II 360 is a high-end AIO cooler, which may be more expensive than other options on the market.
• Modifications may be required: Depending on your specific build, you may need to make some modifications to the case or cooler to ensure a good fit, such as removing or rearranging components or using longer screws or mounting hardware.

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Conclusion

the Arctic Liquid Freezer II 360 is a high-performance all-in-one (AIO) CPU cooler that is well-suited for use in the Corsair 5000D case. Its 360mm radiator and six 120mm fans provide excellent cooling performance and low noise levels, making it a good choice for high-end PCs. The cooler is also widely compatible with a variety of CPU sockets and has a universal mounting system that makes it easy to install on most motherboard types.

However, it is worth noting that the Arctic Liquid Freezer II 360 is a large AIO cooler that may require some modifications to fit in the Corsair 5000D, and it may be more expensive than other options on the market.

Overall, the Arctic Liquid Freezer II 360 is a good choice for builders who are looking for a high-performance AIO cooler for their Corsair 5000D build and are willing to invest in a quality product.