In the world of PC hardware that pursues extreme performance, the importance of a cooler cannot be overstated. An efficient heat sink can not only ensure the stable operation of the hardware, but also increase the service life of the whole machine. Today, let's take a detailed review of MSI's MPG CORELIQUID D360 liquid cooler to see what makes this product stand out in terms of heat dissipation, design, and ease of installation.
First, the outer packaging design
MSI MPG CORELIQUID D360 Liquid Cooler has a sophisticated and fashionable style in terms of packaging design. The front shows the model and D360 deity, and the back shows various important parameters and specifications, and the inner lining is a shock-absorbing design made of kraft paper, which is undoubtedly a major breakthrough in heat dissipation technology. The designers skillfully combined pumps, fans, LEDs, and cold heads to create a new cooling experience. This all-in-one design not only simplifies the installation process, but also improves heat dissipation efficiency, bringing unprecedented convenience and comfort to users.
The independent design of the fan and radiator reflects the designer's pursuit of the ultimate detail. MSI's dedication to the user experience is evident in the complete set of accessories, including platform-specific fasteners, 5V ARGB 3in1 cables, thermal grease, and a detailed quick start-up guide. The fastener solution is in the same vein as S360, whether it is Intel's LGA series or AMD's Socket series, you can find corresponding support, showing strong compatibility.
And the water block design of the Frost D360 radiator is even more eye-catching. It continues MSI's usual exquisite craftsmanship and innovative concept to push water cooling technology to new heights. COMPARED TO THE S360 SERIES COOLERS, MPG CORELIQUID D360'S WATER BLOCK NOT ONLY INHERITS THE MIRROR COVER OF THE MAGNETIC DESIGN, BUT ALSO CLEVERLY INCORPORATES MODERN TECHNOLOGY AND AESTHETIC ELEMENTS. When you lift the magnetic cover, you'll be amazed by the three-layer precision-engineered water block structure.
On the first layer, there is a 2.4-inch IPS screen, which is like a crystal clear gem, providing users with an intuitive and real-time temperature display. This design not only makes the water block more aesthetically pleasing, but also allows the user to know the temperature of the processor at all times, so that they can better understand the operating status of the system.
The second layer is equipped with a 60mm push-down fan. The fan is designed for the VRM cooling module to ensure smooth and long-lasting performance even under high loads through powerful airflow and heat dissipation. The design of this push-down fan not only improves the heat dissipation efficiency, but also adds a touch of dynamism and technology to the entire water block.
At the bottom layer, there is a water block base made of pure copper. This base is reserved for silicone grease and comes with a small tube of thermal grease, which provides great convenience for users when disassembling and replacing the processor. Pure copper has excellent thermal conductivity and can quickly transfer heat from the processor to the water coolant for efficient heat dissipation. At the same time, the design of the base also fully considers the shape and size of the processor, ensuring a tight fit and uniform heat dissipation. This meticulous design makes the MSI Frost D360 ARGB all-in-one liquid cooler an excellent product on the market, winning the love and recognition of the majority of users.
The radiator section, with its delicate size, 394x120x27mm, is just right to integrate into many high-performance computer systems, like an elegant dancer, shuttling lightly through the stage. Printed with the MPG and Dragon Shield logos on the side, this is not only a brand symbol, but also a strong commitment to quality, like an ancient oath, through time and space, engraved in every fiery heart.
If you look closely, you'll find that the overall workmanship is extremely fine, and every detail has been meticulously polished and carved, as if a sculptor had carved a masterpiece with his heart, and every knife is just right and flawless. The fins are neatly arranged and highly densified, and the design of the water cooling pipe is even more ingenious, using a three-layer nylon wrapping design, which is like putting on a strong armor for the water cooling pipe, effectively preventing the evaporation of the water cooling liquid, and ensuring the stability and durability of the system. Imagine that the water pipe has undergone countless bends and stretches during long-term use, but with the protection of these three layers of nylon, it is like putting on a strong armor, fearless of any challenges, and brings users a more stable and reliable computer experience.
WHEN IT COMES TO FAN SELECTION, MSI MPG CORELIQUID D360 UNDOUBTEDLY SHOWS THE ULTIMATE PURSUIT OF DETAIL. The sixth-generation blade fan it uses is like a sharp sword, cutting through the heat in the air, bringing users cool ARGB lighting effects, like a bright starry sky, adding a mystery and charm to the computer. At the same time, the fan's unique blade design adopts a staggered ring design, which makes the air pressure significantly enhanced, and when the fan is activated, the airflow can be more concentrated and more powerful into the radiator, ensuring maximum heat dissipation and keeping the computer cool and stable even under high loads.
IN TERMS OF CABLE CONFIGURATION, THE MSI MPG CORELIQUID D360 HEATSINK IS DESIGNED TO BE THOUGHTFUL AND DETAILED. Each fan is equipped with a 4-pin power supply cable and a 3-pin ARGB lighting synchronization cable, providing users with a stable power supply and a rich selection of lighting effects. The water block is integrated with three 4-pin fan power supply cables, which can be directly connected to the CPU FAN to provide sufficient cooling support for the CPU. In addition, it is also equipped with a USB 2.0 data cable and a SATA power supply cable, which is convenient for users to read and transmit on-screen information, and also provides stable power support for other devices.
WITH ITS SIMPLE DESIGN, THE MSI MPG CORELIQUID D360 COOLER BRINGS USERS A RELAXED AND ENJOYABLE INSTALLATION EXPERIENCE. The mounting part of the fastener is designed so user-friendly that it hardly feels difficult. While you may be intimidated by the sheer number of cables when you first open the package, with patience you will find that they are all organized and easy to connect. Finally, gently close the magnetic top cover, and the whole installation process is complete, which is easy and convenient.
THE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY FEATURE OF THE MSI MPG CORELIQUID D360 COOLER IS A HIGHLIGHT. With the MSI Center software, users can make detailed adjustments to the screen display. By default, the screen is landscaped to display CPU temperature, frequency, and usage in real time, allowing users to know the status of the hardware at any time. In addition, users can customize the display content according to their preferences and needs, including time, weather, pictures, videos, and text messages. What's even more gratifying is that it also supports the popular GIF and MOV format images and videos, bringing users a more colorful visual experience.
We chose the high-performance i7 14700K processor paired with MSI's next-generation high-end Z790 motherboard, the MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI II motherboard. Powered by the latest Intel Z790 chipset, this motherboard supports 13th and 12th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors, providing users with powerful computing power and multitasking capabilities. At the same time, the motherboard is also equipped with a high-speed DDR5 memory slot, which supports up to 256GB of memory capacity and up to 10333MHz memory frequency, making the system run more smoothly and more responsively. Such a configuration undoubtedly provides strong backing support for the MSI MPG CORELIQUID D360 cooler, making it even better in terms of heat dissipation performance.
2. Heat dissipation performance
WHEN IT COMES TO HEAT DISSIPATION, THE MSI MPG CORELIQUID D360 PERFORMS WELL. During our testing, we mounted the cooler on a high-performance processor and tested it for a long time by running a variety of large games and software. The results showed that the processor temperature remained in the low range at all times, with no significant temperature increase. Even under long-term high-load operation, it can maintain stable heat dissipation.
THIS IS DUE TO THE EFFICIENT HEAT DISSIPATION STRUCTURE ADOPTED BY MSI MPG CORELIQUID D360. The cold head has a built-in high-performance water pump and micro-channel design to quickly remove heat. At the same time, the large area of heat sink and excellent thermal conductivity make it possible to quickly dissipate heat into the air. In addition, the flow circulation design of the water coolant also makes the heat distribution more uniform, further improving the heat dissipation efficiency.
3. Summary
OVERALL, THE MSI MPG CORELIQUID D360 LIQUID COOLER EXCELS IN TERMS OF EXTERIOR DESIGN, HEAT DISSIPATION, AND EASE OF INSTALLATION. Not only does it have a sleek look and cool RGB lighting, but it also provides stable heat dissipation for high-performance hardware. FOR GAMERS LOOKING FOR EXTREME PERFORMANCE AND LOOKS, MSI MPG CORELIQUID D360 IS UNDOUBTEDLY A LIQUID COOLER WORTH CONSIDERING.
HOWEVER, EACH PRODUCT HAS ITS PROS AND CONS, AND THE MSI MPG CORELIQUID D360 IS NO EXCEPTION. In the process of use, we also found some areas that need to be improved, such as the relatively high price, and the possibility of compatibility issues in some special installation scenarios. BUT OVERALL, THESE SHORTCOMINGS DON'T STOP THE MSI MPG CORELIQUID D360 FROM BEING AN EXCELLENT LIQUID COOLER.
IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A LIQUID COOLER WITH GREAT PERFORMANCE AND A SLEEK LOOK, THEN THE MSI MPG CORELIQUID D360 IS UNDOUBTEDLY A GOOD CHOICE.