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MSI MAG CoreLiquid A13 360

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MSI MAG CoreLiquid A13 360

A 360mm AIO with ARGB fans and broad socket support (AM4, AM5, LGA1700, LGA1851), with the Intel 1851/1700 bracket pre-installed. Its enthusiast tier makes it one of the stronger picks in this batch for high-TDP cooling. Right for a hot modern CPU on a sub-flagship budget; skip it if you specifically want a pump LCD screen or a single unified RGB software ecosystem.

Scores

Breakdown
Overall73±6

Caliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions.

Beginner Friendliness68
Compatibility92
Confidence69
Pro Readiness63
Upgrade Path80
Value69

The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.

How each score is computed: our scoring methodology.

Specifications

SpecValueVerification
cooler typeAio 360Sourced
socket supportAM4, AM5, LGA1700, LGA1851Sourced

2/2 detail specs sourced. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.

Verdict

Best for

  • High-TDP cooling with ARGB fans in the budget tier — Intel 1851/1700 bracket pre-installed

Who should skip this

  • Builds wanting pump LCD screens or unified RGB software ecosystems

Where to buy

List price $95

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Ecosystem

AMD AM4 (compatible)AMD AM5 (compatible)Intel LGA1700 (compatible)Intel LGA1851 (compatible)

Compatibility

Built around AMD AM4, AMD AM5, Intel LGA1700, Intel LGA1851. Make sure the rest of your build uses the same platform before you buy — mismatched sockets, mounts or standards are the most common return reason. Check it in the builder →

Upgrade path

Outgrow it and the Arctic Liquid Freezer III 240 A-RGB is the natural next step up in cpu coolers. See it →