MSI MEG CORELIQUID S360 AIO Liquid Cooler Review
Mike Sanders / 3 years ago
How Much Does it Cost?
The MSI MEG CORELIQUID S360 is available to purchase right now with consumers looking at a price in the region of £239.99-£249.99. – Now admittedly, an inexpensive AIO liquid cooler this is not. That is, however, because this isn’t a cheap AIO liquid cooler. – The MSI MEG CORELIQUID S360 is, without a doubt, a premium cooling solution targeted towards the premium-level user looking to get the most out of their processor while providing whisper-quiet levels of performance and amazing levels of functionality.
So, while it undoubtedly costs a fair bit, we’re entirely willing to say that the MSI MEG CORELIQUID S360 is worth every single penny!
Overview
While there are aspects of the design that I feel could be improved, on the whole, the MSI MEG CORELIQUID S360 is a truly excellent AIO liquid cooling solution. As shown in our testing, not only did this provide us with the best temperature control we’ve ever seen, but it came with literally no compromise. It was also the quietest cooler we’ve ever reviewed (with one exceptionally large passive exception – Some of you will know what I’m referring to here!).
In terms of its functionality, the 2.4″ IPS display panel is absolutely fantastic. Through easy control via the MSI CENTRE app, you can set this to tell you the key specifications of your system’s performance, or you can just upload a fancy GIF animation to impress your friends. Either way, you’re going to get some exceptionally positive results!
For enthusiast-level users, and particularly those who like dabbling in the world of overclocking, the MSI MEG CORELIQUID S360 is a perfect solution for you. For generic users, it’s nothing short of remarkable!
No, the MSI MEG CORELIQUID S360 is not faultless, but for what it offers in temperature control, whisper-quiet acoustics, sleek aesthetics, and amazing levels of functionality, you’ll quickly forget any criticisms you did have!
Should I Buy One?
If you can afford it, then yes. It’s honestly as simple as that. This is, without a doubt, one of the best AIO liquid coolers I’ve ever encountered in my 5-years here at eTeknix. Admittedly, the MSI MEG CORELIQUID S360 might be a little overkill in terms of generic users. It is, after all, difficult to spend this kind of money on an AIO liquid cooler if your PC budget is restricted. – In that regard though, the MEG CORELIQUID S280 is there as a slightly less expensive alternative option that we daresay performs very nearly as well as its big brother.
I promise you though, if you can afford it, the MSI MEG CORELIQUID S360 will not disappoint you regardless of whether you intend to use it on a generic gaming PC or to slap some impressive overclocks on your processor!
Pros
- Amazingly strong levels of CPU temperature control
- One of the quietest coolers we’ve ever encountered
- Entirely suitable for generic or enthusiast/overclocking use
- A premium-level product with a design and build quality to back it up
- Without a doubt, one of the best AIO liquid coolers we’ve ever reviewed!
Cons
- None
Neutral
- In my opinion, the cover for the 2.4″ IPS display does dull the vibrancy a little. Behind a notably dark tempered glass panel, this would likely not help it punch as well as it could
- Like all reasonably complex AIO liquid coolers, the cabling is a little involved making management a little tricky
- The product manual could be hugely improved. It mentioned nothing in regards to how you configure/control the display panel.