The new Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN series, including the iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB, aims to set new standards in AiO cooling performance. At its heart is the FlowDrive cooling motor, which is characterized by high efficiency, durability and improved volume flow. Complemented by the powerful RX RGB fans with Corsair AirGuide technology and magnetic clutch bearings, the TITAN series is said to offer the best cooling performance in the manufacturer’s portfolio. In addition, the new RGB pump cover design is fully compatible and customizable with the CapSwap accessory, making the TITAN series a new reference for AiO coolers. Furthermore, the product names were often not meaningful in the past. Corsair has therefore decided to standardize the product names with the TITAN series.
The AiO is currently available in different versions, ranging from 240 to 280 to 360 mm. Today’s test will show to what extent Corsair’s new series is convincing. This report therefore focuses on the largest AiO in the new series with 3x 120 mm fans.
Technical data
| Model | iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB |
| Color selection | Black, White |
| Socket compatibility | Intel: LGA 1851, 1700 AMD: AM5, AM4 |
| Dimensions: Radiator | 396 x 120 x 27 mm |
| Dimensions: Fan Fan | 120 x 120 x 25 mm |
| Material: cooling plate | copper |
| Material: Radiator | aluminum |
| Material: Hoses | Low-permeation rubber |
| Fan: Model | 3x iCUE LINK RX120 RGB fans |
| Fan: Bearing | Magnetic dome |
| Fan: RPM | 300 – 2,100 RPM ±10% |
| Fan: Volume flow | 10.4 – 73.5 cfm |
| Fan Static pressure | 0.12 – 4.33 mm/H2O |
| Length of hoses | 450 mm |
| Power connection | 4-pin PWM |
| Software | Corsair iCUE |
| Warranty period | 6 years warranty |
| price | € 197.08 * |
Scope of delivery
- Eye-catching black and yellow packaging with 360 mm CPU cooler
- Contains mounting accessories, system hub and various cables
- Manual only available digitally via QR code
The Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB comes in a rather eye-catching package with a black and yellow color combination. In addition to the 360 mm CPU cooler itself, it contains brackets for modern AMD and Intel sockets. The mounting bracket for Intel’s LGA 1851/1700 socket is already pre-installed. The three 120 mm iCUE LINK RX RGB fans are also mounted on the AiO. In addition to a screw set for mounting the component, a safety compliance leaflet and warranty, the system hub is also included. The latter serves as a central control unit for any Corsair components.
A separate manual for the Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB in paper form is not included, but can be accessed digitally by scanning the QR code. The scope of delivery is rounded off by a set of various cables, including a 150 mm PCIe cable for the power supply, a 500 mm micro USB 2.0 cable and an 800 mm speedometer cable for the system hub. Two iCUE LINK cables with 90° connectors in lengths of 250 mm and 600 mm are used to connect the AiO to the radiator. A further 600 mm iCUE LINK cable is used for the connection to the pump.
Optics & processing
- White look with LEDs and patterned cables
- Efficient, quiet pump / High air flow rate with the fans
- Tool-free replacement of the pump cap possible
The white Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB with 20 LEDs on the pump head and 8 LEDs per fan ensures a clean overall look. The 450 mm long hoses are very robust thanks to the low-permeation rubber. A new feature of the TITAN series is a more flexible cable set for iCUE LINK, which is designed to make installation easier. At the same time, the cables have a patterned texture for improved aesthetics.
The 3 RX RGB fans in the 120 mm version ensure a high air flow rate of up to 2100 rpm. They are controlled via PWM and have a zero RPM mode. The pump is now equipped with a three-phase motor, which results in more energy-efficient and quieter operation. This also increases the flow rate. The Corsair XTM70 is used as the pre-installed thermal paste.
If required, the factory-fitted pump cap can be replaced with any CapSwap AiO module without tools. The modules are not limited to the TITAN series, but can also be taken over from the predecessor or the H-AiO series. Three modules are currently available individually.
In terms of workmanship, we are at a high-quality level here. There are no defects to be found in the Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB.
Mounting
- Simple, convenient installation of the AiO
- Few cables required for connection
- System Hub requires its own PCIe power cable and is connected to the mainboard via USB
Test system
Our test system consists of the following components:
- AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
- ASUS ROG STRIX X670E-A GAMING WIFI
- Corsair VENGEANCE RGB DDR5 RAM 32GB 6000MHz CL30 AMD EXPO
- XFX Speedster MERC310 AMD Radeon RX 7900XTX
- ENERMAX Revolution D.F.X 1050W
- Thermaltake Ceres 500 TG ARGB Snow
Installation of the AiO
Next on the agenda is the installation and testing of the Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB. For installation, we opted for the lid in the case, with the hoses leading from the right-hand side to the CPU. For this installation, however, the three fans of the iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB must be turned around, as otherwise the connections would point towards the center of the housing. The two iCUE LINK cables are then connected to the 90° plugs on both sides of the RX RGB fans. If you have not yet installed any other Corsair components, you can theoretically save a cable here. The shorter cable only serves as an extension for an existing Corsair rear fan to connect it in series.
You can then lay the next 600 mm long iCUE LINK cable in the direction of the CPU, which is used to connect to the pump. Now connect the 3-pin speed cable to the CPU fan on the mainboard and, depending on the CPU, install the pump unit together with the mounting bracket. For the pre-installed Intel bracket, the backplate must be attached to the mainboard. In the case of AM5 or AM4 from AMD, the pre-installed bracket must be replaced with the new bracket kit. The latter therefore applies to our test setup with AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D.
After attaching the AMD mounting bracket and the pump unit to the CPU, the cooler can now be attached to the housing cover. This is done with 12 screws including washers. Finally, the originally laid 600 mm long iCUE LINK cable is connected to the lower connection of the pump.
Installing the System Hub
The two 600 mm iCUE LINK cables, which are already connected to the pump and once to the radiator, are now plugged into the system hub. Power is supplied via a 6-pin Microfit connector on the System Hub side, which must be connected to a dedicated 6-pin PCIe power cable on the power supply unit. Communication with the Corsair iCUE software takes place via USB, i.e. the micro USB cable is connected to the System Hub and on the other side to a free USB 2.0 port on the mainboard. Finally, the cable for the CPU fan, which was plugged into the mainboard at the beginning, is connected. The connector is located at the bottom right of the system hub.
A free space in the housing is used for attachment, which is easy to implement due to the magnetic properties. Alternatively, the adhesive tape from the scope of delivery could also be used.
Own impressions
The installation itself went without any major difficulties and is really very well thought out. It is pleasing that the iCUE LINK technology and its system hub as the central control unit mean that significantly fewer cables are required. Another plus point is that an optional iCUE LINK cable for integrating an additional Corsair fan is already included in the scope of delivery and does not have to be purchased separately. In addition, the cable length is appropriate, so that we had no problems assembling it despite the larger case. The factory-applied layer of thermal paste also eliminates one assembly step.
But where there is light, there is also shadow. For example, the power supply of the System Hub, which requires its own PCIe power cable, can be a potential problem. After all, the System Hub can consume up to 168 watts with a large number of connected Corsair devices. In this case, the power supply unit can become a bottleneck if there is no dedicated PCIe port available. In view of the high load, the use of dual PCIe cables should therefore not be considered, nor should the purchase of adapters such as SATA or Molex to PCIe. In this case, there is even a risk of fire. Before purchasing, it is therefore essential to check whether the existing power supply unit is compatible or whether a more powerful power supply unit may be required.
Control & lighting options
- Corsair iCUE software controls cooling and lighting
- Pump speed in preset stages, no individual control
- Philips Hue/Nanoleaf integration possible
The Corsair iCUE software must be installed in order to adapt the water cooling to your own system. This can then be used to configure the cooling settings for the pump and fan as well as the ARGB lighting of the iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB. It should be noted that the pump speed cannot be controlled individually. Corsair uses preset profiles here, which vary in three stages from quiet (1400 rpm) to intense (3000 rpm).
In addition to the AiO features, the software offers other functions such as a dashboard for tracking numerous sensors around the PC, cross-device profile management and Murals. The latter function makes it possible to connect all iCUE devices with Philips Hue and Nanoleaf Smart Lighting systems to create an even more impressive play of colors. In background operation, the software sometimes takes up 300 MB of RAM, which we consider to be rather resource-efficient in relation to the range of functions.
In addition, each individual LED of the iCUE LINK RX120 RGB or the Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB can be controlled separately. Various presets are available in the corresponding submenu for the lighting effects. Furthermore, some fine-tuning can be made in terms of color, speed and direction. The dynamic lighting of the 20 RGB LEDs on the pump and the 8 per fan can be adjusted as required. If you purchase the iCUE LINK LCD display module (available separately) in addition to the standard pump cap module, you can also control this via Corsair ICUE.
The configuration options are therefore very extensive, but require some familiarization time at the beginning due to the wide range of functions if you are using the software for the first time. We have also taken a closer look at the entire Corsair iCUE LINK concept and its controls in a separate test report.
Volume & cooling performance
- Stress test with Prime95 for 30 minutes
- Noise measurement at 15 cm, ambient temperature 22°C
- Very powerful values compared to the other AiO
Now we come to the exciting part of the test and want to check under real conditions what the Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB has to offer in the truest sense of the word. The NZXT KRAKEN 280 RGB serves as a comparison object.
Test procedure
The Prime95 program was used for the stress test over a period of 30 minutes. The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D (factory mode / without overclocking) is used to its maximum capacity through complex computing operations, which represents ideal test conditions for us. The noise measurement was carried out at a distance of approx. 15 cm. The ambient temperature was around 22 degrees Celsius during the test due to the warm season.
Comparison of results
The following CPU temperature values were determined using HWiNFO:
| Water cooling | pump | CPU temperature | Total volume |
| NZXT KRAKEN 280 RGB | 1000 rpm | 83,4 °C | approx. 41 db(A) |
| 2000 rpm | 78,9 °C | approx. 47 db(A) | |
| 2980 rpm (max.) | 75,2 °C | approx. 52 db(A) | |
| Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB | Profile: Quiet | 79,6 °C | approx. 35 db(A) |
| Profile: Balanced | 75,4 °C | approx. 39 db(A) | |
| Profile: Intensive | 72,9 °C | approx. 44 db(A) |
In idle mode with the quiet profile of Corsair iCUE, a largely silent system can be achieved. The three iCUE LINK RX120 RGB fans usually switch to zero RPM mode or move between 300 and 500 revolutions per minute. The pump always remains active at approx. 2170 rpm. During this time, the processor temperatures stabilized at around 47 degrees Celsius.
Conclusion
The performance of the Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB is remarkable. The conversion of the pump to three-phase and the optimization of the cooling plate definitely contribute to cooler processor temperatures. However, we have not reached the thermal throttling range, which kicks in on the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D at temperatures above 89 °C, at any time. In this respect, the new AiO is at a high level from a technical perspective and is also very well positioned for today’s gaming CPUs.
iCUE LINK AIO modules
- CapSwap modules are compatible and can be replaced without tools
- VRM fan module improves cooling with iCUE detection
- Display module with RGB and 600 cd/m², USB 2.0 port required
Corsair continues to rely on the familiar “CapSwap” modules. These are already compatible with the previous water cooling systems. They can be changed quickly and without tools by pulling the pump cover from the side. The following three modules are currently available, which can be purchased individually.
VRM FAN
The module with VRM fan is suitable for overclockers or power users. The 70 mm fan with magnetic dome ensures a higher air flow rate at this point. This makes the VRM of the mainboard and the surrounding components cooler. After replacement, the fan is automatically recognized as a new component in Corsair iCUE.
GROOVE
This module gives the Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB a new, three-dimensional appearance. The structured ribs create an impressive depth in the RGB lighting and thus ensure a dynamic and striking look in the setup. However, there is no separate entry for this module in Corsair iCUE. To switch the display, this must be done in the settings of the standard pump head.
LCD SCREEN
Mounting a display on the AiO is still particularly popular. The IPS LCD display measures 5.3 cm x 5.3 cm with a resolution of 480×480 pixels. With a backlight of 600 cd/m², it is sufficiently bright and offers a smooth display with 30 FPS. Thanks to Corsair iCUE, temperatures can be monitored in real time, memes and animated GIFs can be projected or, for example, the clock can be displayed.
However, a free USB 2.0 port on the mainboard is a prerequisite for installing the LCD screen. If there is no free port available, the Y-cable included in the scope of delivery can be used.
Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB review: Conclusion
Corsair has made the right decisions with the iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB and has made some design improvements compared to the previous model. The biggest influence is the optimization of the pump, which is now significantly quieter in the Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB. In combination with the innovative iCUE LINK system, this results in a tidy setup and cross-device lighting that is perfectly coordinated. Various pump cap modules are available to further customize the system, ranging from a grooved design to an additional VRM fan and an LCD screen. As far as installation is concerned, this always went smoothly. The fact that fewer cables need to be laid is also always a welcome innovation.
If you want to complain at a high level, you could criticize the limited AiO control within Corsair iCUE. The pump speed cannot be set manually, but can only be controlled via preset profiles, which may not be to the satisfaction of die-hard power users. It should also be noted that immersing yourself in the entire iCUE LINK ecosystem to unleash its full potential can be costly. This is reflected in the purchase of additional fans or the separately available pump cap modules, which drive up the original price. You should also check whether the power supply unit has a free PCIe port for the iCUE LINK System Hub before purchasing.
In conclusion, the Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB is an all-round solid water cooling system with high cooling performance and low noise levels. The range of functions is extensive thanks to iCUE LINK and the AiO is also visually impressive. If you are ready to enter the Corsair ecosystem, you are sure to find the right AiO for your CPU.
Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB
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Price-performance ratio
94/100
The Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB scores with powerful cooling performance and quiet operation. The integration with iCUE LINK is also a highlight, although this comes with a higher purchase price.
