be quiet! Pure Loop 3 vs be quiet! Shadow Rock Slim
A side-by-side spec comparison of the be quiet! Pure Loop 3 and the be quiet! Shadow Rock Slim. We line up every specification and score the ones that matter most in this category — weighted, not a raw count of specs won — to reach an overall verdict so you can decide which cpu cooler is right for your build.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | liquid | air |
| Noise Level | 17.6 dBA | 11.5 dBA |
| Height | 0 mm | 160 mm |
| Compatible Sockets | AM5, AM4, LGA1700, LGA1200 | AM5, AM4, LGA1700, LGA1200 |
| TDP Rating | 250W | 180W |
| Radiator Size | 360 | - |
Winner: be quiet! Pure Loop 3 — driven by TDP Rating (250W), Radiator Size (360)
be quiet! Pure Loop 3
5
performance points
be quiet! Shadow Rock Slim
2
performance points
Winner is scored by weighting the specs that matter most in this category (not a raw count of specs won).
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