Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120SE CPU Air Cooler
- 7 heat pipes with AGHP 4.0 technology
- Dual 120mm PWM fans, TL-C12B V2 with S-FDB bearing
- 1500 rpm max, 66.17 CFM airflow
- 25.6 dB noise level listed
- AM4, AM5 and Intel LGA1851/1700/1150/1151/1200
- 4-pin, 12 V fan power
Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A strong air cooling choice for AMD or Intel desktops on current sockets. Check case clearance first, since the listing's dimensions do not make the installed height clear.
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ASIN: B0BNDTJVPLModel: PS120SECategory: CPU Cooling Fans
Overview
A bank of heat pipes running from the base into aluminum fins carries heat off the CPU, and PWM fans push air through the fin stack. Thermalright's Phantom Spirit SE uses this layout on both AMD and Intel desktop sockets, cooled by air alone with no pump.
A dense heat pipe array and a fan pair give a tower build heavy air cooling across AMD and Intel boards without any liquid to leak. The listing names only the cooler as included, so mounting hardware and paste are not confirmed.
Who it's for
Tower desktops for gaming or work on current AMD and Intel sockets get heavy air cooling without a pump to fail. Compact cases and low profile builds need a smaller cooler.
Pros and cons
- Many heat pipes for heat transfer
- Fan pair with PWM speed control
- S-FDB bearing fans
- Covers AMD and Intel desktop sockets
- Warranty not listed
- Included parts named only as the cooler
- Large footprint for compact cases
Performance notes
Cooling depends on how quickly the heat pipes move heat from the base into the fins and how much air the fans push through them. PWM control lets the motherboard slow the fans at idle and ramp them under load, so noise follows CPU temperature. Case airflow sets the ceiling, because the cooler can only move the air it receives.
Where it stands among cpu cooling fans
- #7 most-searched brand and model of the 7 cpu cooling fans lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 8 cpu cooling fans we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Thermalright |
|---|---|
| Model | PS120SE |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 6.1 × 4.9 × 4.3 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Air Flow Capacity | 66 CFM |
| Noise Level | 26 dB |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 1500 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Connector Type | 4-pin |
| Voltage | 12 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | CPU cooler |
| Other details | |
| Bearing type | S-FDB |
| Heat pipes | 7 |
| Fans | Dual 120 Mm TL-C12B V2 PWM |
Closest rivals on specs
ID-COOLING SE-224-XTS CPU Air Cooler- Noise Level 26 vs 29 dB (-10%)
Noctua NH-D12L Dual-Tower CPU Cooler- Air Flow Capacity 66 vs 60 CFM (+10%)
- Maximum Rotational Speed 1500 vs 2000 rpm (-25%)
- Noise Level 26 vs 23 dB (+13%)
Noctua NH-D15 G2 chromax.black CPU Cooler- Air Flow Capacity 66 vs 92 CFM (-28%)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120SE a liquid cooler?
No. It is an air cooler built from heat pipes, aluminum fins and fans, with no pump or radiator.
Can the Phantom Spirit 120SE fan speed be controlled?
Yes. The fans are PWM types on a 4-pin connector, so the motherboard can adjust their speed.
Does the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120SE come with thermal paste?
The listing names only the CPU cooler as included, so do not count on paste or extra parts until you check the box contents.