Is the Thermalright Aqua Elite 240 ARGB V3 worth buying for the Ryzen 5 7600? Is the Phantom Spirit worth it?
Hi everyone, I'm using a Ryzen 5 7600 processor and am thinking about upgrading from the stock cooler. The model I'm considering is the Thermalright Aqua Elite 240 ARGB V3 240mm. I see the Phantom Spirit recommended in most discussions, but honestly, I don't really like the look of tower-style air coolers. That’s why I want to go with an AIO liquid cooler. My priorities are: - Longevity and pump reliability - Cooling performance / low temperatures - Quiet operation RGB and aesthetics matter to me too, but my main priorities are longevity and performance. Has anyone been using this model for a while? Does it have any issues with pump noise, failures, or known defects? What are the temperatures like with the Ryzen 5 7600? If you still think "Get the Phantom Spirit; it makes more sense," I’m open to that too. Even though I don't love its appearance, I’d like to hear your recommendations if you believe it’s truly the better choice.