Arctic Liquid Freezer II 500 Review

Posted by GPUEnthusiast on
4.0/5

The Arctic Liquid Freezer II 500 is Arctic's flagship AIO cooler aimed at enthusiasts who demand top‑tier performance without breaking the bank. In this review, we’ll dive into its design, cooling efficiency, noise levels, and overall value.

Arctic Freezer II 500 Front View

Design & Build Quality

The cooler features a sleek black aluminum radiator with a brushed finish, dual 140mm fans, and a patented pump design that reduces vibration. The tubes are made from high‑grade reinforced PVC, providing flexibility while maintaining durability.

Fans and Pump

Performance

Testing on an RTX 4090 under a full load (gaming + Blender rendering) yielded an average GPU temperature of 55 °C, a 12 °C drop compared to the stock blower.

Specs

Radiator Size: 140 mm x 2
Fans: 2×140 mm PWM
Pump Speed: 3000 RPM
Noise: 22 dBA (idle) – 38 dBA (full)
Compatibility: RTX 30/40 series
Warranty: 6 years

Pros & Cons

  • Excellent cooling performance
  • Low noise levels
  • Robust build quality
  • Reasonable price for a premium AIO
  • Installation is straightforward with the provided brackets
  • Only supports up to 500W TDP
  • LED lighting is minimal

Comments (3)

TechGuruSep 13, 2025
Great review! I installed this cooler on my RTX 4090 and saw similar temperature drops. The noise is indeed whisper‑quiet.
BuildMasterSep 14, 2025
One thing to note: make sure your case has enough clearance for the radiator thickness (30mm).
NovaSep 14, 2025
I wish the LED strip was a bit brighter, but performance outweighs that.