It looks like ASRock is making a massive splash in the cooling market. While we know them best for their motherboards and GPUs, they’ve just unveiled a huge range of All-In-One (AIO) liquid coolers that cover everything from high-end workstations to budget-friendly gaming rigs.
The new lineup is split across their familiar sub-brands, ensuring there is something for everyone, whether you’re chasing world-record overclocks or just want a tidy, quiet build.
ASRock Taichi, WS, and Phantom Gaming AIOs
The star of the show is the Taichi AQUA 360 LCD. This is ASRock’s flagship, and it’s a bit of a beast. It features a “dual-mode” top cover, meaning you can swap between a massive 3.4-inch LCD screen or a transparent cover that lets you watch the coolant flow. Under the hood, it uses a dual-pump design capable of cooling CPUs with over 500W TDP.
For the professionals, the WS Series is built for AMD Threadripper and Intel Xeon chips. It ditches the flashy lights for raw reliability, featuring a 38mm thick radiator and a full-coverage cold plate to ensure those massive workstation CPUs don’t throttle under pressure.
Gamers haven’t been left out either. The Phantom Gaming 360 LCD and the Steel Legend series both include integrated VRM fans. This is a great addition, as it helps move air around the power delivery components on your motherboard—something often neglected when switching from an air cooler to an AIO.
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ASRock has focused heavily on build quality across the entire range. Most models now feature aerospace-grade LCP (Liquid Crystal Polymer) fans. These are much stiffer than standard plastic, allowing for tighter tolerances and better airflow without the annoying “hum” you get from cheaper fans.
Key Features:
- Dual-Pump Architecture: Available on Taichi and WS models for extreme 500W+ heat dissipation.
- 3.4-inch LCD Displays: Real-time system monitoring and customisation on Taichi, Phantom Gaming, and Steel Legend models.
- VRM Cooling: Dedicated fans on the pump block to keep motherboard temperatures low.
- Builder Friendly: Pre-installed fans with hidden cable routing and quick-release brackets on the Challenger and Pro series.
- 6-Year Warranty: An industry-leading guarantee across the entire lineup.
What We Think
It’s great to see ASRock bringing their “Taichi” and “Steel Legend” branding over to the cooling side of things. The inclusion of a 6-year warranty is a bold statement of confidence, especially in a market where 2 or 3 years is often the norm. The Taichi AQUA, in particular, looks like a serious contender for enthusiast builds, especially with that 38mm thick radiator, which should offer a nice performance bump over standard 27mm or 30mm versions.
Where to Buy
We are still waiting on the final regional pricing for the UK market, but you can expect these to start appearing at major retailers like Scan, Overclockers UK, and Amazon in the coming months.
