CONCLUSION

   The EK AIO 360 D-RGB already outperforms many other similar AIO models so to further improve its performance EK had two possible routes, either use a thicker radiator or use 3 more fans in push & pull configuration. Using a thicker radiator would obviously result in higher end cost for consumers (EK would have to make a whole new factory line for that model) so adding 3 fans from a line they’ve been using for quite a while now seemed like the best choice. Equipping this model with a higher RPM pump certainly helped but not nearly as much as the 3 extra fans which as expected add to the overall noise levels of the EK AIO Elite 360 D-RGB. As a matter of fact, the EK AIO Elite 360 D-RGB is the 4th loudest AIO in my charts at full load (out of 66 tested models) so do keep that in mind if you plan on having the tower/case close to you. You also need to keep in mind the thickness of this particular model since at almost 80mm it’s not something that can be used with every case out there (the Meshify 2 XL by Fractal Design showcased in this review is a very spacious tower). As for looks well pictures tend to do all the talking so i don’t think anyone will have a problem in that regard (and the EK-Hub does help simplify installation).

   With a retail price tag set at USD199.99 inside the USA (Amazon.com) and for 208.30Euros inside the EU (directly from EK) the EK AIO Elite 360 D-RGB AIO by EK Water Blocks may not be exactly what I’d call affordable but it’s priced better than many similar models. Yes if you don’t care about RGB lighting and your case has enough room for it the ARCTIC Liquid Freezer II 420 represents a much better price/performance ratio but for people who do care about looks or who just don’t have enough room inside their cases the EK AIO Elite 360 D-RGB is the way to go and for that it gets the Golden Award.

PROS

- Build Quality
- Excellent Cooling Efficiency (Six 120mm Fans in Push & Pull)
- ARGB Lighting (Compatible with Gigabyte Fusion, ASUS Aura, MSI Mystic Light and ASRock RGB LED)
- Bundled EK Hub (7 ARGB Fan Ports)
- 5 Year Limited Warranty
- Price (Compared to Similar Models)

CONS

- Size / Thickness (Almost 80mm Thick)
- Noise Levels
- AMD compatibility? (AM4 Alone Listed)