DeepCool CPU Cooler Round-up: 3 AIOs / 2 Air Coolers Tested

1. Deepcool LQ/LP/LE3602. Deepcool AK620 Digital Pro/Assassin IV VC Vision3. Test Results: AIO's4. Test Results: Tower Coolers5. Closing Thoughts6. View All Pages

Deepcool has released several new CPU coolers recently, including some brand-new models and others that are revisions of previously reviewed designs by KitGuru. Today, we're taking a look at the Deepcool LP360 and LQ360 and LE360 V2 360mm AIOs, as well as the AK620 Digital Pro tower cooler and the mighty Assassin IV VC Vision tower cooler with a vapour chamber. Let’s find out if Deepcool can still cut it with the best on our new AMD Ryzen 9000 test systems.

First up are two new Deepcool AIO liquid coolers both based on the same core design and featuring an optimised Deecpool 5 Pro generation high-performance water pump with new FOC (Field Oriented Control) closed-loop control. Both are equipped with pump top-mounted displays, Deepcool FD12 ARGB fans and 360mm aluminium radiators with Deepcool Anti-Leak technology integrated into the end tank and both come with a 5 year manufacturer warranty. The LE360 V2 was a late addition.

Deepcool LQ360: Available to buy in the UK from AWD.IT priced at £124.95 HERE.

• The LQ360 is equipped with Deepcool’s new 5 Pro generation pump featuring a 3-phase, 6-slot, 4-pole motor with a maximum rotational speed of 3400 RPM and FOC closed-loop control.
• Mounted on top of the pump is a segmented LCD screen with display area dimensions of 53.9 x 49.15mm. It can be manually rotated in 90-degree increments with precision-engineered pogo pin contacts for a secure and reliable connection.
• LQ360 features two lighting zones with a pump head halo illuminated by ARGB LEDs, while the FD12 fans provide a vibrant glow from the ARGB LEDs integrated into the hub. Connectivity is streamlined with a single 8-pin fan connector compatible with motherboard fan/ARGB connectors/controllers.
• Users have complete control of the coolers display via Deepcool DeepCreative software, which shows real-time system statistics such as CPU temperature and frequency. DeepCreative can also switch the ARGB Halo control between motherboard sync or a thermal colour warning system.

Specifications

• CPU Compatibility: Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/1151/1150/1155, AMD AM5/AM4
• Net Weight: 1840g
• Radiator Dimensions: 402×120×27 mm(L×W×H)
• Radiator Material: Aluminium
• Tube length: 410mm
• Pump Dimensions: 89×76×64 mm(L×W×H)
• Pump Speed: 3400 RPM±10%
• Pump Connector: 3-pin
• Pump Rated Voltage: 12 VDC
• Pump Rated Current: 0.35A
• Pump Power Consumption: 4.2W
• Fan Dimensions : 120×120×25 mm(L×W×H)
• Fan Speed: 600~2400 RPM±10%
• Fan Airflow: 72.04 CFM
• Fan Air Pressure: 3.48 mmAq
• Fan Noise: ≤38.71 dB(A)
• Fan Connector: 4-pin PWM
• Bearing Type: Hydro Bearing
• Fan Rated Voltage: 12 VDC
• Fan Rated Current: 0.22 A
• Fan Power Consumption: 2.64 W
• LED Type: Addressable RGB LED
• LED Connector: 3-pin(+5V-D-G)
• LED Rated Voltage: 5 VDC
• LED Power Consumption: 2.4 W（PUMP）/ 3.15 W（FAN×3）
• Display Type: LED Digital Display
• Display Module Rated Voltage: 5 VDC
• Display Module Rated Current: 0.08 A±10%
• Display Module Power Consumption: 0.4 W
• Display Area: 53.9 x 49.15 mm
• Warranty: 5 Years

Deepcool LP360: Currently unavailable at UK retailers, MSRP 

• LP360 features a custom pixelated display mounted on top of the pump block with a dot matrix style screen effect that can be customised via Deepcool Deepcreative software with one of the preset options or personalised pixel art using the 14 x 14 pixel grid.
• The ARGB pump halo can be controlled via motherboard synchronisation or DeepCretive software where the dot matrix display can be customised with different display modes, including single or dual system parameter modes.
• Included Deepcool FD12 ARGB PWM fans are fine-tuned to provide efficient, high-performance cooling and reliability from the long-life Hydro bearing. An easy-to-manage 8-pin cable can be daisy-chained to each fan for a clean-looking install.
• LP360 radiator is equipped with Deepcool patented Anti-Leak Technology. Installation is quick and simple with support for all current-gen CPUs. Everything needed to mount the cooler on AMD or Intel platforms is included in the box.

Specifications

• CPU Compatibility: Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/1151/1150/1155, AMD AM5/AM4
• Net Weight: 1716g
• Radiator Dimensions: 402×120×27 mm(L×W×H)
• Radiator Material: Aluminium
• Tube length: 410mm
• Pump Dimensions: 91×78×63 mm(L×W×H)
• Pump Speed: 3400 RPM±10%
• Pump Connector: 3-pin
• Pump Rated Voltage: 12 VDC
• Pump Rated Current: 35A
• Pump Power Consumption: 2W
• Fan Dimensions : 120×120×25 mm(L×W×H)
• Fan Speed: 600~2400 RPM±10%
• Fan Airflow: 04 CFM
• Fan Air Pressure: 48 mmAq
• Fan Noise: ≤38.71 dB(A)
• Fan Connector: 4-pin PWM
• Bearing Type: Hydro Bearing
• Fan Rated Voltage: 12 VDC
• Fan Rated Current: 22 A
• Fan Power Consumption: 64 W
• LED Type: Addressable RGB LED
• LED Connector: 3-pin(+5V-D-G)
• LED Rated Voltage: 5 VDC
• LED Power Consumption: 8 W（PUMP）/ 3.15 W（FAN×3）
• Display Type: LED Digital Display
• Warranty: 5 Years

Deepcool LE360 V2: Currently available to purchase from Scan priced at £79.99 HERE.

• The LE360 V2 extends Deepcool’s LE lineup with an elegant new frosted pump head design that creates a soft diffused RGB glow to integrate seamlessly with your build. A minimalist design logo plate top cover can be manually rotated in 90-degree increments for always correct orientation.
• LE V2 series uses Deepcool’s advanced water pump design with a 3-pole, 6-slot, 4-pole motor to provide efficient and quiet performance with rotation speed up to 3400 rpm, PWM controlled via a standard 4-pin motherboard cable for easy configuration.
• The included fans feature a hydro bearing with vibrant lighting effects designed for both durability and smooth, low-noise operation for everyday use.  The radiator is equipped with Deepcool’s patented Anti-Leak Technology for peace of mind.
• LE360 V2 uses a simplified mounting system making it easy to install on all current Intel and AMD desktop platforms, with all the mounting hardware needed to install the cooler included in the box.

Specifications

• CPU Compatibility: Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/1151/1150/1155, AMD AM5/AM4
• Net Weight: 1632 g
• Radiator Dimensions: 402×120×27 mm(L×W×H)
• Radiator Material: Aluminium
• Tube length: 410 mm(L×W×H)
• Pump Dimensions: 91×78×65 mm(L×W×H)
• Pump Speed: 2500~3400 RPM±10%
• Pump Connector: 4-pin PWM
• Pump Rated Voltage: 12 VDC
• Pump Rated Current: 0.29 A
• Pump Power Consumption: 3.48 W
• Fan Dimensions: 120×120×25 mm(L×W×H)
• Fan Speed: 500~2100 RPM±10%
• Fan Airflow: 75.89 CFM
• Fan Air Pressure: 2.53 mmAq
• Fan Noise: ≤31.6 dB(A)
• Fan Connector: 4-pin PWM
• Bearing Type: Hydro Bearing
• Fan Rated Voltage: 12 VDC
• Fan Rated Current: 0.17 A
• Fan Power Consumption: 2.04 W
• LED Type: Addressable RGB LED
• LED Connector: 3-pin(+5V-D-G)
• LED Rated Voltage: 5 VDC
• LED Power Consumption: 2.8 W（PUMP）/ 3.15 W（FAN×3）
• Warranty: 3 Years

Deepcool AK620 Digital Pro: Currently available to purchase from Computer Orbit priced at £65.00 HERE.

• The AK620 Digital Pro features several upgrades over the base models, including a new multi-data point screen, visual colour temperature warning and CTT 2.0 heatpipe technology for a step up in both aesthetics and thermal performance.
• An LCD screen mounted on top of the heatsink is enhanced to show more than just CPU temperature, it also includes power consumption, utilisation, frequency and a visual colour-coded temperature alert system. It's controlled by Deepcool DeepCreative software and requires just a single USB 2.0 header connection.
• AK620 Digital Pro is equipped with Deepcool's latest FT12 SE fans with reliable fluid dynamic bearing, PWM speed control and a blade profile optimised to balance airflow, static pressure and noise output.
• The AK620 Digital Pro also includes a hint of ARGB lighting with two subtle strips at the top panel edges, a simplified mounting system for even pressure on both Intel and AMD platforms and it's built with premium quality materials, advanced copper heat pipes and a dense matrix pattern dual tower heat sink.

Specifications

• CPU Compatibility: Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/1151/1150/1155, AMD AM5/AM4
• Product Dimensions: 129×138×163 mm(L×W×H)
• Heatsink Dimensions: 127×110×154 mm(L×W×H)
• Net Weight: 1491g
• Heatpipe: Ø6 mm×6 pcs
• Fan Dimensions: 120×120×25 mm(L×W×H)
• Fan Speed: 500~1750 RPM±10%
• Fan Airflow: 89 CFM
• Fan Air Pressure: 91 mmAq
• Fan Noise: ≤25 dB(A)
• Fan Connector: 4-pin PWM
• Bearing Type: Fluid Dynamic Bearing
• Fan Rated Voltage: 12 VDC
• Fan Rated Current: 25A
• Fan Power Consumption: 3W
• LED Type: Addressable RGB LED
• LED Connector: 3-pin(+5V-D-G) and 9-pin USB 2.0
• LED Rated Voltage: 5 VDC
• LED Power Consumption: 55W
• Warranty: 3 Years

Deepcool Assassin IV VC Vision: Currently available to purchase from Scan priced at £124.99 HERE.

• The Assassin IV is Deepcool's flagship air cooler, now upgraded with a vapor chamber pushing the max TDP to 300W with a quad-segmented digital display added to make it an aesthetic air cooling powerhouse.
• A vapor chamber at the base of the Assassin IV VC Vision is essentially a large flattened heatpipe with high thermal conductance. The initial cooling process starts at the vapor chamber where heat is extracted in the planar chamber, sent up the heat pipes and cooled further by the fin stacks.
• The quad-segmented display uses the Deepcool DeepCreative software to allow monitoring of CPU temperature, utilisation, power draw and frequency. The panel attaches magnetically to the top of the cooler for easy installation.
• A simple switch located on top of the cooler allows the user to quickly swap between low-noise and high-performance fan speed profiles, while the cooler's front-to-back airflow and fan configuration allow for unobstructed RAM clearance.

Specifications

• CPU Compatibility: Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/1151/1150/1155, AMD AM5/AM4
• Product Dimensions: 147×144×172 mm(L×W×H)
• Heatsink Dimensions: 140×110×160 mm(L×W×H)
• Net Weight: 1780 g
• Heatpipe: Ø6 mm×7 pcs
• Fan Dimensions: 140×140×25 mm(L×W×H) / 120×120×25 mm(L×W×H)
• Fan Speed (Performance Mode): 500~1800 RPM±10% / 500~1700 RPM±10%
• Fan Airflow (Performance Mode): 25 CFM / 58.06 CFM
• Fan Air Pressure (Performance Mode): 76 mmAq / 2.1 mmAq
• Overall Noise (Performance Mode): ≤29.3 dB(A)
• Fan Speed (Quiet Mode): 500~1450 RPM±10% / 500~1350 RPM±10%
• Fan Airflow (Quiet Mode): 55 CFM / 46.75 CFM
• Fan Air Pressure (Quiet Mode): 46 mmAq / 1.35 mmAq
• Overall Noise (Quiet Mode): ≤22.6 dB(A)
• Fan Connector: 4-pin PWM
• Bearing Type: Fluid Dynamic Bearing
• Fan Rated Voltage: 12 VDC
• Fan Rated Current: 2 A / 0.2 A
• Fan Power Consumption: 4W / 2.4 W
• Rated Voltage: 12 VDC
• Power Consumption (Performance Mode): 8 W
• Power Consumption(Quiet Mode): 6 W
• Display Module Rated Voltage: 5 VDC
• Display Module Rated Current: 08 A±10%
• Display Module Power Consumption: 4 W
• Display Area: 6×53.6 mm
• Warranty: 6 Years

Test System Specifications:

• CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 9950X
• Motherboard: ASRock Phantom Gaming X870E Nova WiFi
• Memory: 32GB (2 x 16GB Modules) Kingston Fury DDR5-6000
• Graphics card: MSI Radeon RX 6600 XT Gaming X
• Storage: 1TB Corsair MP600 Elite PCIe Gen4x4 NVME M.2 SSD
• Power Supply: Seasonic Prime TX-1600
• Chassis: Open Test Bench
• Thermal Compound: Arctic MX-6
• O/S: Windows 11 Version 24H2

Testing Methodology:

We are primarily focusing on the performance of each cooler at 100% fan speed and also when locked to 40dBA noise output. We will focus on cooling performance using a manual overclock with all-core frequency and VCORE locked to 5.2GHz/1.3V (AMD) and 5.5GHz/1.3V (Intel) and Precision Boost Overdrive performance.

• The test data is logged using HWINFO and the final 10 minutes of the data is calculated to find the average CPU temperature and CPU clock multiplier (AMD PBO Test) and then plotted in the charts.
• For testing, we use a 30-minute looped run of Cinebench R23 and record the steady-state CPU temperature at the end of the test. This ensures that the CPU has had ample time to warm up and reach a steady state under all of the coolers.
• The ambient is maintained at 19-21 degrees Celsius. Where there is variation beyond this temperature range, we add extra repeated tests to ensure consistency. However, this is well controlled now with A/C.
• We also test each cooler with at least two fresh installs (typically three) to mitigate the likelihood of poor mounting spoiling results.
• Ambient temperature and humidity are controlled via a mini split air conditioning system inside the test room. Ambient temperature is maintained between 19-20C, Temperature delta figures are shown in the charts (ambient temperature is deducted from the measured component temperature).

Test Results:

Acoustics

Let's start by looking at noise output as this gives us a good indication of performance based on the noise.

Both the LP and LQ360 coolers use the same fans so max speed and noise output are virtually identical at 51dBA. They are not terribly loud at maximum RPM but coolers like the be quiet! Light Loop 360 run a similar max fan speed but with much quieter operation, so the Deepcool LP and LQ coolers are quite noticeable and may be distracting at high fan speeds.

The LE360 V2 uses a different fan from the LP/LQ series with slightly lower max RPM, which means noise output is also reduced and is closer to the quieter 360mm coolers that we have previously tested at 50dBA max.

Thermal Performance: AMD Ryzen 9 9950X

The high fan speed and relatively high noise output of the LP/LQ coolers don't translate into great thermal performance in the 100% fan speed test. At 63/64°C. The Deepcool LP360 and LQ360 are towards the bottom of the chart, running around 5-6°C hotter than some of the top performers.

Even with slightly lower fan speed the LE360 V2 performs slightly better at 62°C over ambient, but this is still a little off the top performers; however considering this is a budget AIO, it's not bad at all.

Reducing the coolers fan speed to hit the 40dBA target means the LP360 and LQ360 fan speed is lowered to around 1450RPM, which negatively impacts thermal performance further. At 40dBA these coolers produce some of the lowest figures we have seen so far at 67/68°C over ambient. The older Deepcool Mystique 360 is outperforming these newer coolers, so it feels like a backwards step from Deepcool.

The LE360 V2 is on par with the Mystique 360 at 40dba noise normalised which is good to see as it's almost half the price of the Mystique, albeit without the fancy LED display, but it's solid performance from a budget cooler.

In the PBO test the CPU automatically adjusts CPU frequency based on maintaining a target temperature, so the clock multiplier is the important metric here.

Again, the LP and LQ series coolers perform lower than our expectations with a clock multiplier of just 51.2x while the cheaper LE360 V2 does a little better at 51.4x, so as seen in the other thermal tests, the cheaper cooler is performing better.

Test System Specifications

• CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
• Motherboard: ASRock X870E Taichi Lite
• Memory: 32GB (2 x 16GB Modules) Kingston Fury DDR5-6000
• Graphics card: Gigabyte RTX 4070 Gaming OC
• Storage: 1TB Corsair MP600 Elite PCIe Gen4x4 NVME M.2 SSD
• Power Supply: Seasonic Prime TX-1600
• Chassis: Open Test Bench
• Thermal Compound: Arctic MX-6
• O/S: Windows 11 Version 24H2

Testing Methodology:

We are primarily focusing on the performance of each cooler at 100% fan speed and also when locked to 40dBA noise output. We will focus on cooling performance using a manual overclock with all-core frequency and VCORE locked to 5.2GHz/1.3v (AMD) and 5.5GHz/1.3v (Intel) and Precision Boost Overdrive performance.

• The test data is logged using HWINFO and the final 10 minutes of the data is calculated to find the average CPU temperature and CPU clock multiplier (AMD PBO Test) and then plotted in the charts.
• For testing, we use a 30-minute looped run of Cinebench R23 and record the steady-state CPU temperature at the end of the test. This ensures that the CPU has had ample time to warm up and reach a steady state under all of the coolers.
• The ambient is maintained at 19-21 degrees Celsius. Where there is variation beyond this temperature range, we add extra repeated tests to ensure consistency. However, this is well controlled now with A/C.
• We also test each cooler with at least two fresh installs (typically three) to mitigate the likelihood of poor mounting spoiling results.
• Ambient temperature and humidity are controlled via a mini split air conditioning system inside the test room. Ambient temperature is maintained between 19-20C, Temperature delta figures are shown in the charts (ambient temperature is deducted from the measured component temperature).

Test Results:

Acoustics

In terms of noise output, the better choice of the two coolers on test today is the Assassin IV VC Vision, as it is running 3 dBA quieter than the AK620 Digital Pro at max fan speed. Neither cooler can match the ultra-low noise output of the be quiet! Dark Rock 5 though, but this only uses a single fan so it has the advantage here.

Thermal Performance: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D

Straight away we can see the advantage in terms of raw thermal performance that the Assassin IV VC has over the competition, with fans maxed out the Assassin IV VC Vision is 4°C cooler than the next best competitor, the AK620 Digital Pro, which is excellent considering the Assassin IV VC Vision is the quieter of the two at max fan speed.

However, reducing noise to 40dBA to hit the noise normalised target, the AK620 Digital claws back some performance and is only 1°C off the Assassin IV VC Vision. But still, both can only equal the be quiet! Dark Rock 5 which is only a single tower single fan cooler and is considerably cheaper than the Assassin IV VC Vision.

In the PBO test both the Assassin IV VC Vision and the AK620 Digital Pro perform very well. They both manage a clock multiplier of 51.5x which is the highest we have recorded on the Ryzen 7 9800X3D so far, narrowly beating the Sudokoo SK700V. So with either of these coolers you will get great AMD PBO performance, but the better value comes from the AK620 Digital Pro.

Out of all the coolers in this round-up review, the best value for money is the Deepcool LE360 V2. Not only does it have the cooling power to tame the Ryzen 9 9950X, but it also beats the two more expensive LP and LQ360 models both in thermal performance and noise output. It may not have the fancy LCD screen that the other two have but if you want a no-nonsense, cheap 360mm AIO from a reliable manufacturer, then this is the one to choose. The only downside with the LE360 V2 is the short 3-year warranty. It seems to be based on the same pump design as the others, so I am not sure why it has 2 years shorter warranty length.

Both the LP and LQ series coolers look good with their LCD screens but out of the two, I’d probably go for the LP360 with its retro-looking display. The LQ360 display is nice and bright and easy to control but it’s nothing we haven’t seen before, plus the LP360 is the cheaper out of the two, so it represents better value considering performance and noise is equal to the LQ360. However, I wouldn’t recommend buying either as performance is lacking compared with previous Deepool LCD-clad 360mm AIOs. Out of the three AIOs tested the LE360 V2 is the one to buy if you specifically want a Deepcool AIO.

On to the air coolers. I reviewed the original Deepcool Assassin IV at launch but I wasn’t overly impressed with thermal performance when we ran it head to head versus the Cooler Master MA824 Stealth. This new Assassin IV VC Vision seems like a worthy upgrade on the original Assassin IV though. Performance on the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is good, especially at max fan speed, it easily outperforms the other air coolers we have tested so far on this platform. The addition of the LCD screen will be a bonus for some in terms of aesthetics too.

However the Assassin IV VC Vision is very expensive at £125 in the UK. For air cooing enthusiasts who want top performance and great aesthetics this might be a price worth paying and it does have some good features such as the sliding central fan which helps when it comes to installation and the completely unobstructed RAM compatibility which means you can run tall RGB RAM, this can be problematic with some big dual tower, dual fan coolers. But at this price you can get a high-performance 360mm AIO, which will destroy the Assassin IV VC Vision when it comes to thermal performance.

So the AK620 Digital Pro with just 1°C higher average CPU temperature when noise is normalised looks like much better value for money. You still get the LCD screen and similar height profile as the Assassin IV VC Vision, but it's half the price currently in the UK. You will notice the higher noise output of the AK620 Digital Pro if you run both coolers at max speed but that’s not how most people would use their PC in real world so it might not that important, the 40dBA noise normalised and PBO performance is key, the AK620 Digital Pro is neck and neck with the Assassin IV VC Vision in both tests.

On the plus side, all of these coolers use a similar mounting system which is very quick and easy to install. They also use standard PWM and 3-pin 5V ARGB connections so can be connected directly to motherboard headers and controlled by motherboard software, no additional hubs are required. With the LCD clad coolers you will need to install the Deepcool software to get them fully up and running but its an easy bit of software to install and navigate so no problems here, but for me, the best one if the LE360 V2 which requires no software either so it’s a winner all round.

Deepcool LQ360

Pros:

• Bright and clear LCD screen.
• The pump top can be manually rotated for always correct orientation.
• Daisy-chained fans clean upon cabling.

Cons:

• Disappointing thermal performance.
• Some light bleed from the fan LEDs
• Not particularly quiet at max fan speed.

Deepcool LP360

Pros:

• Retro LCD looks cool
• Uses all standard motherboard headers.
• No additional control hubs required.

Cons:

• Thermal performance lags behind previous LCD-clad Deepcool AIOs
• Rotating the display with software is frustrating.
• Could be quieter at max fan speed.

Deepcool LE360 V2

Pros:

• Very quick and easy to install.
• Decent thermal performance from a budget AIO.
• Not too loud at max fan speed.

Cons:

• No interconnecting or daisy-chained fans so cabling can be a bit messy
• Bright silver mounting hardware on a black cooler looks out of place.

Deepcool Assassin IV VC Vision

Pros:

• Good thermal performance at max fan speed.
• low noise even with the fans switched to performance mode.
• Unobstructed RAM clearance.

Cons:

• Very expensive.
• LED screen increases the overall height .
• Connecting the central fan cable is awkward when installed into the system.

Deepcool AK620 Digital Pro

Pros:

• Great Price for a dual tower cooler.
• Solid PBO thermals and at 40dBA noise normalised.
• Easy to install.

Cons:

• A little loud at max fan speed.
• Shiny screen scratches easy and shows up fingerprints.

KitGuru says: Out of all these coolers the LE360 V2 is the one to go for. It has the lowest noise output of all the tested AIOs, the best performance and it's the cheapest so it's our winner hands down.

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