Arctic Liquid Freezer III 280 Pro ARGB Liquid Cpu Cooler

Arctic Liquid Freezer III 280 A-RGB Liquid CPU Cooler – Elite Cooling, Stunning ARGB Illumination

The Arctic Liquid Freezer III 280 A-RGB is a premium all-in-one (AIO) liquid CPU cooler engineered for high-performance PC builds, offering exceptional cooling efficiency, quiet operation, and eye-catching A-RGB lighting. Featuring dual 140mm P14 PWM PST A-RGB fans, an upgraded 38 mm thick radiator, and a dedicated VRM cooling module, this cooler delivers unbeatable thermal control and aesthetic appeal.

Winner of three European Hardware Awards (2024), the Liquid Freezer III series continues Arctic’s legacy of innovation, setting a new benchmark for compact, silent, and powerful liquid cooling solutions.

Specifications

Compatibility

• Intel: LGA 1851, LGA 1700

• AMD: AM5, AM4

Performance Index (PI | NNPI): 319 | 259
Thermal Compound: Arctic MX-6 (0.8 g included)
Warranty: 6 Years
Operating Ambient Temperature: 0—40 °C
Weight: 1765 g

Connectors:

• LED Connector: 3-Pin A-RGB Connector

• All-In-One Connector: 4-Pin PWM

• Splitter Connector: 3× 4-Pin PWM

Pump

• Speed: 800—2800 RPM (PWM controlled)

• Cold Plate: Copper with Micro-Skived Fins

• Current | Voltage: 0.35 A | 12 V DC

• Tube Length: 450 mm

• Tube Diameter: Outer 12.4 mm | Inner 6.0 mm

Radiator

• Material: Aluminium

• Dimensions: 317 (L) × 138 (W) × 38 (H) mm

VRM Cooling Module

• Fan Speed: 400—2500 RPM (PWM controlled)

• Current | Voltage: 0.05 A | 12 V DC

Fans

• Model: 2× Arctic P14 PWM PST A-RGB

• Speed: 200—1900 RPM

• Airflow: 69.9 CFM | 117.06 m³/h

• Static Pressure: 2.0 mmH₂O

• Bearing: Fluid Dynamic Bearing

• Current | Voltage: 0.17 A | 12 V DC

• Cable Length: 40 mm

• Connector: 4-Pin PWM

A-RGB Lighting

• LEDs: 12× A-RGB LEDs per fan

• Voltage / Current: 5 V DC / 0.40 A

• Cable Length: 40 mm + 80 mm Splitter Cable

• Connector: 3-Pin A-RGB Connector + 3-Pin Plug

Key Features

Award-Winning Cooling Performance

The Liquid Freezer III series was recognized with three European Hardware Awards in 2024, praised by independent reviewers for its performance, quiet operation, and exceptional value.

Addressable RGB for Every Setup

Equipped with standardized 3-pin A-RGB connectors, this cooler offers full compatibility with major lighting ecosystems like ASUS Aura Sync, MSI Mystic Light, Gigabyte RGB Fusion, and ASRock Polychrome. Each LED is individually addressable, allowing for endless color combinations and dynamic effects via SignalRGB software.

Optimized Radiator Design

The 38 mm thick radiator provides 23% more cooling surface than standard designs, improving heat dissipation and liquid volume. This ensures steady cooling performance under heavy loads and during overclocking.

Silent and Efficient Operation

With P14 PWM PST fans and a low-vibration pump, the Liquid Freezer III 280 A-RGB operates whisper-quiet even during intensive workloads, maintaining peak performance without distracting noise.

Dedicated VRM Cooling

A built-in 60 mm VRM fan enhances cooling around the CPU socket, ensuring motherboard stability and longevity, especially in compact cases or high-load environments.

Future-Proof Socket Support

Compatible with both Intel’s LGA1851 (Arrow Lake) and AMD AM5 sockets, this cooler is designed for next-generation processors, making it a smart, long-term investment.

Why Choose the Arctic Liquid Freezer III 280 A-RGB?

• Premium dual 140mm A-RGB cooling performance

• Advanced pump and radiator design for silent efficiency

• Award-winning performance and reliability

• Future-proof Intel & AMD compatibility

• 6-year warranty for peace of mind