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ARCTIC COOLING

ARCTIC COOLING Freezer 36 A-RGB ACFRE00124A CPU Cooler 120mm Black

SKU CH-HW72-8S5E5 MPN ACFRE00124A

A 120 mm dual-fan air cooler with addressable RGB lighting, direct-touch heatpipes and PWM speeds from 200 to 2000 rpm, compatible with Intel LGA1700 and LGA1851 plus AMD AM4 and AM5 sockets

  • ColorBlack
  • TypeFan & Heatsinks
  • Fan Size120mm
  • CPU Socket CompatibilityIntel LGA1851, LGA1700 AMD AM5, AM4
  • Bearing TypeFluid Dynamic
  • RPM200 - 2000 rpm, PWM Controlled (0 rpm below 5 % PWM)

Model Freezer 36 A-RGB (Black)

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

  • Broad socket support covers Intel LGA1700, LGA1851 and AMD AM4, AM5
  • Push-pull 120 mm fans deliver 200-2000 rpm PWM control with 0 rpm below 5 %
  • Addressable RGB lighting syncs via 3-pin A-RGB connector for system-wide effects
  • Direct-touch copper heatpipes and aluminium heatsink transfer heat efficiently from the CPU
  • Compact 159 mm height and 917 g weight fit most mid-tower cases

Multi-Socket CPU Cooler

The ARCTIC Freezer 36 A-RGB is a 120 mm tower air cooler compatible with Intel LGA1700, LGA1851 and AMD AM4, AM5 sockets. It uses direct-touch heatpipes beneath an aluminium top plate to transfer heat from the processor into a dual-fan push-pull array. Addressable RGB lighting on both fans allows synchronisation with motherboard software for system-wide colour control.

Thermals and Acoustics

Two pressure-optimised 120 mm fans run from 200 to 2000 rpm under PWM control and stop completely below five percent duty cycle for silent idle operation. Fluid dynamic bearings reduce mechanical noise across the speed range while the push-pull layout maintains static pressure through the fin stack. The cooler stands 159 mm tall and weighs 917 g, fitting most mid-tower cases without clearance issues.

Upgrade Positioning

This model replaces the Freezer 34 eSports DUO and Freezer 35 with higher measured performance and simpler mounting hardware. Builders moving from stock coolers or older dual-tower designs gain lower temperatures and quieter operation without changing case or motherboard. Users already running a recent high-end dual-tower cooler will see minimal benefit unless they need addressable RGB or the newer socket guarantee.

Highlights

  • Broad socket support covers Intel LGA1700, LGA1851 and AMD AM4, AM5
  • Push-pull 120 mm fans deliver 200-2000 rpm PWM control with 0 rpm below 5 %
  • Addressable RGB lighting syncs via 3-pin A-RGB connector for system-wide effects
  • Direct-touch copper heatpipes and aluminium heatsink transfer heat efficiently from the CPU
  • Compact 159 mm height and 917 g weight fit most mid-tower cases

Specifications

BrandARCTIC COOLING
SeriesFreezer 36 A-RGB (Black)
ModelACFRE00124A
ColorBlack
TypeFan & Heatsinks
Fan Size120mm
CPU Socket CompatibilityIntel LGA1851, LGA1700
AMD AM5, AM4
Bearing TypeFluid Dynamic
RPM200 - 2000 rpm, PWM Controlled (0 rpm below 5 % PWM)
Power ConnectorFan Connector: 4-Pin PWM-Connector + 4-Pin Plug
RGB Connector: 3-Pin A-RGB-Connector + 3-Pin Plug
LEDAddressable RGB
Heatsink MaterialAluminum & Copper
Fan Mounting Types to HeatsinkVertical
Max CPU Cooler Height159 mm
Weight917g
Shipping weight1.25 kg
Package size191 × 188 × 121 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I mount the Freezer 36 A-RGB on LGA1700 and which step is often missed?

Use the Intel LGA1700 brackets supplied, apply paste, place the cooler, and tighten the four spring screws in a cross pattern — the step many skip is connecting both the 4‑pin PWM fan header and the 3‑pin A‑RGB header before closing the case

What maintenance will the cooler need after a few years of use?

The two 120 mm fluid‑dynamic‑bearing fans are rated for long life; plan to clean dust from the aluminium‑copper heatsink fins annually and replace the thermal paste if CPU temperatures rise noticeably

What thermal limit appears first during a sustained heavy workload?

The 159 mm tall tower with dual push‑pull fans can dissipate high loads, but once the 2000 rpm fan ceiling is reached the heatsink temperature becomes the limiting factor

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