Corsair, a long-time and respected manufacturer in the computer components industry, initially built its reputation on memory-related products. However, almost two decades ago, Corsair began diversifying its product line. This expansion began cautiously, with a limited number of products, but quickly proved very successful, propelling Corsair into the industry powerhouse it is today.
One of Corsair’s most successful product categories has been its all-in-one (AIO) liquid coolers. This success is particularly notable considering that its first foray into liquid cooling in 2003 fell short of expectations. But Corsair didn’t give up. Undeterred, it re-entered the market years later, capitalizing on the growing popularity of user-friendly, maintenance-free AIO designs. This gamble paid off handsomely, as AIO coolers are now one of Corsair’s flagship product lines, spanning a wide range of models.
In this review, we’re focusing on the latest addition to Corsair’s AIO cooler line: the iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX. This model is similar to the iCUE LINK H150i RGB, but it introduces subtle but significant improvements, including improved performance thanks to an improved pump. The TITAN 360 RX continues Corsair’s tradition of innovation and quality, seamlessly integrating into the iCUE ecosystem to provide an optimized user experience. Its single-cable design allows for a clean, hassle-free installation, making it a standout addition to Corsair’s evolving cooler line.
| Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RGB AIO Cooler Specifications |
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| Type | All-in-one liquid cooler | ||
| Dimensions | 396 x 120 x 55 mm (radiator with fan) | ||
| Fans | 3 x 120mm MagLev fans 300-2100 rpm |
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| RGB | Yes (ARGB) | ||
| Supported sockets | Intel: LGA1851 / LGA1700
AMD: AM5 / AM4 |
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| Guarantee | 6 years | ||
| Price | 200 dollars | ||
Packaging and package
We received the new iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX in a large cardboard box, reflecting the cooler’s considerable size. In keeping with the Corsair brand, the packaging features a distinctive black and yellow color scheme. The box clearly displays a vivid image of the iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX, offering a foretaste of its aesthetic appeal. Upon opening, we discovered that the cooler and its components are securely placed in specially designed cardboard inserts, providing them with good protection during transport.
As expected, Corsair includes all the necessary mounting hardware for the iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX in the box. Separate paper bags contain hardware for AMD and Intel processors, making the installation process simple. The package also includes the iCUE Link Hub, a key component of the iCUE ecosystem that is required for the cooler to function.
Looking at the included cables, we noticed that the iCUE Link Hub requires a 6-pin PCI Express connector for power. Corsair likely decided to do this to spare users the hassle of using a Molex cable just to power the hub. Considering that most users purchasing the iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX likely have a beefy power supply with spare PCI Express connectors — especially with the prevalence of 12VHPWR/12V-6×6 connectors for modern graphics cards — this decision makes sense. However, in scenarios where a user has enough PCI Express connectors for their graphics cards, they may need to upgrade their power supply or use Molex-to-PCIe adapters. Given the hub’s modest power requirements, including an adapter or alternative power option would have been a thoughtful addition.
Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB AIO Liquid Cooler
At first glance, the Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB AIO cooler may seem similar to many other 360mm AIO coolers on the market. However, a closer look reveals a unique feature that sets it apart: the complete absence of loose cables, which contributes to an extremely clean design. The cooler follows the standard AIO layout with a single radiator, two hoses, and a block that integrates the CPU’s copper breadboard with a miniature liquid pump. Corsair has opted for black, rubber tubing with a low-permeability cover for the iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB, which is significantly more flexible than most other similar solutions.
The iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB has a large radiator measuring 396mm in length, requiring a case that can accommodate three 120mm fans in a row and provide enough space for the additional mass of the radiator. At 27mm thick, the radiator requires a total clearance of 55mm when combined with the fans to ensure proper installation. The radiator uses a dual cross-flow design with thin brazed fins on thin longitudinal tubes, a common feature of AIO coolers. Its low airflow resistance, thanks to its modest thickness, suggests that the radiator is optimized for high performance even at minimal air pressure.
Corsair pre-installs three RX120 RGB fans on the heatsink, and impressively, there’s not a single visible cable. These fans are uniquely designed with connectors on the sides of the bezels, allowing them to connect directly to each other. Just a single cable can be used to connect the fans to the hub, providing both power and ARGB/speed control. The fan bezels feature LEDs behind the diffusers on all sides, including the inner edge, which creates a striking lighting effect. Additionally, a small sensor is mounted on one of the fan brackets. These fans use magnetic levitation motors, a rare but highly reliable and quiet option due to their high cost, and have a wide operating range of 300-2100 RPM. The main difference between this cooler and the iCUE LINK H150i RGB may be the fans, as the previous version had QX120 fans installed, which had a maximum rotation speed of 2400 RPM. Moreover, the decorative plates on the sides of the fans are removable and the user can remove them if required.
The main mounting block of the iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB is relatively large and may seem simple at first, but its squircle structure hides sophisticated design elements. The opaque top half houses multiple LEDs that can provide immersive lighting effects. The top plate is detachable and can be rotated to fit the orientation of the cooler in any system, while also offering users the option of aesthetic customization, especially those with access to 3D printers or CNC machines. The design of the block is sleek and devoid of external connectors or wires.
The iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB cooler features a copper squircle contact plate at the base of the block, secured by eight screws. The surface of the plate, while not polished to a mirror finish, is designed to provide optimal thermal transfer. Corsair has pre-applied XTM70 thermal paste to the contact plate, which is said to provide better thermal conductivity, increasing the overall performance of the cooler. The only downside is that the pre-applied paste limits users to just one installation – and it has to be done correctly the first time – forcing users to purchase a different thermal paste if the cooler is disconnected from the CPU for any reason.
Once everything is connected and powered up, the iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB transforms into a dazzling light show. LED control is provided by the iCUE LINK interface, and customizable lighting effects are available via Corsair’s iCUE software. With the advanced capabilities of iCUE software, users can choose from a wide range of programming options, from simple aesthetic effects to practical function-based lighting such as temperature-dependent colors and alerts. The iCUE LINK module, working with iCUE software, enables full integration of all compatible Corsair devices, enabling innovative control between devices. For example, users can program a compatible keyboard’s function row to act as a light indicator for radiator fan speed or synchronize radiator lighting with the active profile of a Corsair mouse.
