Best CPU Cooler for AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D

The Ryzen 7 9850X3D is, at the time of writing, the best CPU for PC gaming. Though it’s only a minor step up from the 9800X3D, it’s still the most powerful gaming CPU on the market, and the price reflects that.

This means that you should pair it with a suitable cooling solution. Luckily, we have a broad range to choose from at CORSAIR, so here’s what you need to keep in mind, along with our recommendations from our range for the best CPU cooler for the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D.

• Max. Boost Clock: Up to 5.6 GHz
• Base Clock: 4.7 GHz
• L1 Cache: 640 KB
• L2 Cache: 8 MB
• L3 Cache: 96 MB
• Default TDP: 120 W
• Socket: AM5
• Supported Chipsets: A620, X670E, X670, B650E, B650, X870E, X870, B840, B850

Despite its power, the 9850X3D is fairly efficient, with a TDP slightly lower than the 14900K, while being significantly more performant. This is good news, as you won’t struggle to keep it cool, even if you’re trying to save a buck.

The TITAN RX Series of AIOs is the highest performing AIO from CORSAIR at the time of writing. The FlowDrive cooling engine uses a three-phase motor for increased efficiency and lower noise levels. Additionally, it uses the iCUE LINK system, meaning it’s one of the easiest AIOs to install and cable manage.

It’s worth mentioning here that the TITAN RX AIO is also available in 420mm, 280mm, and 240mm sizes, but we consider 360mm to be the sweet spot between compatibility and performance.

• Fans: 3x RX120 RGB
• Noise level: 10–36 dBA
• Radiator and fans combined thickness: 52 mm
• Tubing length: 450 mm
• Socket Support: Intel 1851, Intel 1700, AMD AM5, AMD AM4
• Fan Control Method: iCUE LINK

We mentioned at the outset that the 9850X3D is pretty efficient and not known for being inconveniently hot. This means that you can stand to save some money without endangering your precious silicon. The CORSAIR NAUTILUS 360 RS is a really good choice for this situation.

The performance is close to the iCUE LINK TITAN 360, but the price is basically cut in half. Of course, there’s no RGB to be had here, but you still have the ability to add a screen later if you find that the NAUTILUS grows a little boring.

• Fans: 3x RS120
• Noise level: 10–36 dBA
• Radiator and fans combined thickness: 52 mm
• Tubing length: 450 mm
• Socket Support: Intel 1851, Intel 1700, AMD AM5, AMD AM4
• Fan Control Method: PWM

There are many benefits to AIO coolers, and it’s true that they do generally perform better. However, superior performance is not the be all and end all. Whichever way you cut it, an air cooler will be more reliable in the long term. Basically, the only way it could permanently break is if you hit it with a hammer.

The CORSAIR A115 features easily adjustable fans to account for high-profile RAM, and there’s space to add a third fan to upgrade the cooling capability.

• Fans: 2x AF140 Elite
• Noise Level: 5–33.9 dBA
• Socket Support: Intel 1851, Intel 1700, Intel 1200, Intel 1150, Intel 1151, Intel 1155, Intel 1156, AMD AM5, AMD AM4
• Height: 165 mm
• Fan Control Method: PWM