Thermalright · Updated July 2026
Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE: price & specs
Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
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The Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE is listed at $36 on thermalright.com as of 2026-07-25, #3 cheapest of 14 CPU coolers (median $125); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Platinum Deskmark — 92/100 pay-blind standing, #1 of 14 in class.
Verified Jul 25, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Cheapest CPU coolers: Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE — $34.9
- Best for Strong performance-to-price value / Editor's Choice-level regard; Attractive at its discounted price ($35, down from $40).
Is the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE a good buy?
At $36, the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE is #2 cheapest of the 14 CPU coolers we track, where the median is $125. On the spec sheet, its radiator or height of 154 mm is the lowest of the 14, its fan count of 2 is below the median of the 14, and its noise dba max of 25.6 is below the median of the 14.
Evidence of Record
Our dataNo independent lab has measured this product yet. 1 outlet has it on record by mention only, with no hands-on measurements published to weigh its claims against — a gap in the evidence, not a verdict on the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE
Only one outlet, Tom's Hardware, is represented in the harvested sources, and this particular piece is a pricing update rather than a fresh test, referencing an earlier review rather than presenting new benchmark data. That earlier review is cited as having awarded the Phantom Spirit 120 SE maximum stars and an Editor's Choice award, with Tom's Hardware calling it one of its favorite air coolers due to the combination of performance and value. The coverage frames it as strong value-for-money, especially at its discounted $35 price point.
Based on 1 review · 2024-01-09
Tested by Tom's Hardware
Consistently praised
- Strong performance-to-price value / Editor's Choice-level regard
- Attractive at its discounted price ($35, down from $40)
The sources (1)
Newegg price (discounted): $35 · Newegg price (original): $40 · Cooler dimensions: 125mm (L) x 110mm (W) x 154mm (H)
Having reviewed the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 it's safe to say that this is one of our favorite air coolers thanks to the mix of performance and astounding value compared to the competition in the same price range.
We gave the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE maximum stars and an Editor's Choice award for these reasons, but, best of all, this fantastic air cooler has dropped in price - increasing its bang-for-buck value.
The Phantom Spirit 120 SE dissipates the heat away from your CPU with the aid of a solid copper base with a nickel-plated coating, with 7 copper heat pipes running from the base to the attached aluminum fin stacks.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $36 Typical US street price; PCSpecChart lists current Amazon price $36 (release price $43). |
|---|---|
| Brand | Thermalright |
| Released | — |
| Type | air |
| Radiator or height (mm) | 154 mm |
| Fan count | 2 |
| Socket support | Intel LGA115X, LGA1200, LGA1700, LGA1851; AMD AM4, AM5 |
| Tdp rating (W) | — |
| Rgb | No |
| Noise dba max | 25.6 |
Source: thermalright.com (verified 2026-07-10) · corroborated by pcspecchart.com. The official Thermalright product page confirms this is the exact Phantom Spirit 120 SE (Heatsink > Dual Towers > Phantom Spirit line): heatsink L110 x W125 x H154 mm, seven 6 mm heatpipes, C1100 nickel-plated copper base, and TL-C12B V2 120 mm fans rated 1500 RPM / 25.6 dBA, with Intel LGA115X/1200/1700/1851 and AMD AM4/AM5 support. PCSpecChart (corroboration) confirms the same model by name and part number PS120SE, explicitly stating it includes 2 fans, air cooling type, no RGB, 25.6 dBA noise, 110 x 125 x 154 mm dimensions, and a current Amazon price of $36 (release price $43). Thermalright publishes no numeric TDP ceiling (spec text only cites "TDP exceeding 200 W") so tdp_rating_w is null, and no fetched page states a firm release date for this SKU so release and releaseDate are null.
Is the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE worth it vs cheaper CPU coolers?
Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE against its closest cheaper and pricier CPU coolers on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 14 ranked
| Product | Price | Type | Radiator or height (mm) | Fan count | Socket support | Rgb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE this | $36 | air | 154 mm | 2 | Intel LGA115X, LGA1200, LGA1700, LGA1851; AMD AM4, AM5 | No |
| Cooler Master Hyper 212 Halo Black | $35.99 | air | 154 mm | 1 | Intel LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1151, LGA1150, LGA1155, LGA1156; AMD AM5, AM4 | Yes |
| Deepcool AK620 | $69.99 | air | 160 mm | 2 | Intel LGA2066, LGA2011-v3, LGA2011, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1151, LGA1150, LGA1155; AMD AM5, AM4 | No |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE?
Only one outlet, Tom's Hardware, is represented in the harvested sources, and this particular piece is a pricing update rather than a fresh test, referencing an earlier review rather than presenting new benchmark data. That earlier review is cited as having awarded the Phantom Spirit 120 SE maximum stars and an Editor's Choice award, with Tom's Hardware calling it one of its favorite air coolers due to the combination of performance and value. The coverage frames it as strong value-for-money, especially at its discounted $35 price point. Praised: Strong performance-to-price value / Editor's Choice-level regard; Attractive at its discounted price ($35, down from $40). (From 1 tester review.)
How much does the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE cost?
The Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE has a US price of $36 (Typical US street price; PCSpecChart lists current Amazon price $36 (release price $43).), as of 2026-07-10.
How does the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE compare on price?
At $36, the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE is #2 cheapest of the 14 CPU coolers we track, where the median is $125.
What are the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE's key specs?
Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE (Thermalright): type air, radiator or height mm 154 mm, fan count 2, socket support Intel LGA115X, LGA1200, LGA1700, LGA1851; AMD AM4, AM5, rgb No. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-07-10.
Price of record: $36 at thermalright.com, 2026-07-25. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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