KITGURU SHORTLISTS: THE BEST COOLER OF 2025

Lian Li has given the new HydroShift AIO a thinner radiator - but can it still perform?

This really is a great value cooler. It outperforms almost every other cooler we have tested when noise is normalised and it performs exceptionally well in our max fan speed and PBO tests. The installation is quick and easy thanks to the simple mounting system and preinstalled fans, cable management is no problem, and it's great value for money.

Taken as a whole, the Cooler Master MasterLiquid 360 Atmos is an all-round superb AIO cooler. The customisation option might appeal to users who like to personalise their systems, it has genuine high-end thermal performance, noise output can be tuned to the users preferred level, it's easy to install, looks good and is reasonably priced depending on your region. So if you are looking for a high-performance AIO for a new build anytime soon, add this to your list.

The new Arctic Freezer 36 A-RGB offers a new click system to quickly mount fans, along with the inclusion of two P12 ARGB fans which are designed for high static pressure and low noise. It offers an included Intel LGA1700/1851 CPU contact frame, plus you get the choice of black or white, with or without ARGB fan options.

The Corsair iCUE Link Titan 360 RX RGB offers excellent thermal performance, a relatively easy installation and the new iCUE Link cable system cleans up cable mess very well. There are cheaper 360mm AIOs out there that perform as well but Corsair enthusiasts will be no doubt happy to splash out a little more on this for the seamless integration with iCUE Link and iCUE software, and now the performance is up there with the best on the market too.