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GIGABYTE has expanded its cooling lineup with the launch of the new AORUS ELITE series of all-in-one liquid coolers, combining high-performance thermal management with extensive visual customisation. Available in both 360mm and 240mm variants, as well as black and white finishes, the new range is designed for gamers and PC builders who want strong cooling performance without sacrificing aesthetics.<\/p>\n
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Leading the series is the AORUS ELITE 360, which pairs a high-performance dual-chamber pump with a full-colour LCD and an elaborate RGB lighting system. The 360mm model features a total of 87 onboard LEDs, giving users plenty of room to personalise the look of their build while maintaining a clean, premium appearance.<\/p>\n
One of the standout features is the integrated full-colour LCD screen with LCD Edge View. The display can monitor up to 11 different PC statistics in real time, including CPU, GPU and memory information, with up to four data points visible at once. For users who want something more expressive, the display can also show custom images, GIFs and even video content, effectively turning the cooler into a visual centrepiece inside the PC.<\/p>\n
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Lighting customisation is equally extensive. The AORUS ELITE 360 uses Dual-Zone lighting, allowing the fan and fan-frame illumination to be controlled independently through the GIGABYTE Control Centre. With a wide range of dynamic effects available, users can create everything from subtle colour accents to more elaborate lighting combinations that match the rest of their setup.<\/p>\n
Cooling performance is handled by a dual-chamber pump design that separates hot and cool liquid inside the system. By reducing the mixing of liquid at different temperatures, the cooler is designed to move heat away from the CPU more efficiently and consistently during demanding workloads.<\/p>\n
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The radiator is paired with 120mm FDB Hawk fans featuring an optimised seven-blade design. GIGABYTE says the fans are engineered to improve both airflow and static pressure while keeping noise levels below 40dBA. Fluid Dynamic Bearings also help improve long-term durability and reduce mechanical noise during extended gaming or multitasking sessions.<\/p>\n
A high-density aluminium radiator with independent cooling channels further improves circulation, while the copper cold plate uses micro-fin structures to maximise heat-transfer surface area. Together, these elements are designed to deliver stable cooling under heavy CPU loads without creating excessive fan noise.<\/p>\n
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GIGABYTE has also focused on making installation simpler for first-time and experienced builders alike. The single-frame fan design reduces mechanical resonance while creating more consistent airflow, while a universal mounting bracket supports Intel 1851 and 1700 sockets as well as AMD AM5 and AM4 platforms.<\/p>\n
The cooler also comes with pre-applied thermal paste, removing one of the more fiddly parts of installation and helping ensure even contact between the CPU and cold plate. Meanwhile, an integrated cable design reduces the number of cables required from as many as nine down to just three, helping keep the inside of the PC cleaner and making cable management easier.<\/p>\n
With a combination of advanced cooling hardware, detailed system monitoring and extensive RGB personalisation, the AORUS ELITE 360 and AORUS ELITE 240 are aimed at builders who want both performance and visual flair.<\/p>\n