Cooler Master MasterLiquid PL360 Flux Liquid CPU Cooler Review

It has been a while since we look at our last all-in-one liquid cooler here at ThinkComputers, but the last time we did, it was a Cooler Master unit. Well, we have another AIO in for review, and this one is also from Cooler Master, the MasterLiquid PL360 Flux. As the name suggests, this AIO features a 360mm radiator, paired up with Cooler Master’s new PL Flux fans, which have been redesigned to provide better pressure for moving air through the radiator fins. With plenty of RGB goodness and Cooler Master quality on deck, let’s get into the meat and potatoes of this cooler.

Special thanks to Cooler Master for providing the MasterLiquid PL360 Flux review sample!

Specifications

Product Number
MLY-D36M-A23PZ-R1
Exterior Color
Black
CPU Socket
LLGA1700, LGA1200, LGA2066, LGA2011-V3, LGA2011, LGA1151, LGA1150, LGA1155, LGA1156, AM4, AM3+, AM3, AM2+, AM2, FM2+, FM2, FM1, TR4
Radiator Material
Aluminum
Radiator Dimensions
394 X 119.6 X 27.2MM / 15.5 X 4.7 X 1.07 inches
Pump Dimensions
89 X 75 X 40 MM / 3.5 X 2.95 X 1.57 inches
Pump MTTF
210,000 Hours
Pump Noise Level
< 15 dBA (Max)
Power Connector
4-Pin PWM
Pump Rated Voltage
12 VDC
Pump Power Consumption
6 W
Fan Dimensions (L x W x H)
120 X 120 X 25 MM / 4.7 X 4.7 X 1 inches
Fan Quantity
3 PCS
Fan LED Type
Addressable Gen2 RGB
Fan Speed
0-2300 RPM ± 10%
Fan Airflow
72.37 CFM (Max)
Fan Noise Level
32 dBA
Fan Pressure
2.96 mmH₂O (Max)
Fan Bearing Type
Orbs
Fan Life Expectancy
>160,000 Hours
Fan Power Connector
4-Pin (PWM)
Fan Rated Voltage
12VDC
Fan Rated Current
0.15A
RAM Clearance
N/A
Warranty
5 years
Series
MasterLiquid
Cooler Type
Liquid Cooler
Radiator Size
360mm

Packaging

In standard Cooler Master fashion, the PL360 Flux is housed in a rectangular cardboard box featuring a product image and naming information on the top/front. This design gives potential buyers a good idea of what is to be expected visually from the cooler, and also highlights a few of the cooler’s features like ARGB lighting and various compatibilities, as well as the inclusion of an ARGB controller.

MasterLiquid PL360 Flux

The sides of the box offer additional feature information, as well as a detailed table of specifications, while the backside provides some additional feature information in multiple languages.

MasterLiquid PL360 Flux

Included with the MasterLiquid PL360 Flux is a variety of mounting hardware for multiple AMD and Intel sockets and mounting types, as well as a user manual and warranty information. Also included is a Y-splitter for the three included 120mm LPL Flux fans, as well as an ARGB lighting controller, both of which we will cover in more detail later on.

MasterLiquid PL360 Flux