Overview Summary
The Gigabyte Aorus WaterForce X II 240 is a premium 240mm all-in-one liquid CPU cooler built for gamers, creators and PC enthusiasts who want strong thermal performance with a clean ARGB aesthetic. It features a large copper base, aluminum radiator, two high-airflow 120mm ARGB fans and a customizable full-colour LCD display for system monitoring or personal media.
With support for Intel 115x, 1200, 1700, 1851 and AMD AM4, AM5, TR4 and sTR5 sockets, this cooler is ready for a wide range of modern systems. The magnetic EZ-Chain fan design simplifies installation and cable management, making it an excellent choice for high-performance gaming builds in South Africa. Buy now and upgrade your cooling performance, or shop now for a cleaner and more powerful PC setup.
Performance tier: High-end enthusiast cooling
Uses: Gaming PCs, high-performance desktops, content creation, streaming systems, overclocking, workstation builds, RGB showcase PCs {END} Overview
AORUS WATERFORCE X II 240 240mm ARGB Liquid CPU Cooler
Keep your processor running at peak performance with the AORUS WATERFORCE X II 240, an advanced 240mm all-in-one liquid CPU cooler designed for gamers, PC enthusiasts, and content creators. Combining powerful thermal performance with intelligent cable management, customizable LCD functionality, and vibrant ARGB lighting, this cooler delivers efficient heat dissipation while enhancing the appearance of any modern gaming system. Built for compatibility with the latest Intel and AMD processors, it provides reliable cooling for demanding workloads and overclocked systems.
Description
The Gigabyte AORUS WATERFORCE X II 240 is engineered to provide exceptional cooling efficiency without complicating the installation process. Its upgraded pump, enlarged copper cold plate, magnetic EZ-Chain fan system, and integrated cable routing simplify system building while maximizing airflow and thermal performance. A full-color LCD display on the pump block lets users personalize their build with system monitoring, animations, images, videos, or custom text, making it an excellent choice for high-performance gaming PCs and premium workstation builds.
Features
Designed for Powerful CPU Cooling
The AORUS WATERFORCE X II 240 combines a high-performance pump, enlarged copper base, and optimized radiator design to efficiently transfer heat away from your processor. The expanded copper contact surface improves heat distribution across modern CPUs, helping maintain lower operating temperatures during gaming, streaming, rendering, and intensive multitasking.
Support extends to the latest Intel Core Ultra processors alongside multiple Intel and AMD platforms, making it suitable for both new builds and system upgrades.
Easy Installation with EZ-Chain Fan Design
Installation is made significantly cleaner thanks to the innovative Fan EZ-Chain Mag system. The magnetic interlocking fan design allows adjacent fans to connect together while sharing both power and control signals through a daisy-chain connection.
Benefits include:
- Magnetic interlocking fan design for quick installation
- Reduced cable clutter with integrated cable routing
- Faster system assembly
- Cleaner internal appearance for showcase PC builds
Customizable LCD Edge View Display
The integrated 60 x 60mm circular full-color LCD display transforms the pump block into an interactive information center.
Display capabilities include:
- Real-time CPU monitoring
- Pump speed monitoring
- Fan RPM display
- Temperature monitoring
- Clock frequency and utilization information
- Five built-in animated display modes
- Support for custom text
- Upload personal GIF, JPEG, MP4, and video files
- 40MB onboard storage
- Software-controlled 360-degree display rotation
Enhanced Cooling Performance
Several engineering improvements contribute to stronger thermal performance over previous generations.
Highlights include:
- Larger pump design for increased coolant circulation
- Improved pump flow rate
- Larger copper cold plate
- Increased contact fin surface area
- Optimized thermal transfer
- Improved bundled thermal compound performance
Together, these enhancements provide efficient cooling for modern multi-core processors under sustained workloads.
Optimized ARGB Lighting
The water block and cooling fans include synchronized gradient RGB lighting that creates an eye-catching system appearance. Lighting effects can be synchronized with compatible AORUS devices through GIGABYTE Control Center, allowing a unified lighting setup across your gaming PC.
Quiet Cooling with Improved Fan Design
The included 120mm ARGB fans feature an upgraded blade profile engineered to improve airflow while maintaining low acoustic levels. Fluid Dynamic Bearings help minimize vibration for quieter operation, while serrated blade edges further reduce turbulence and improve cooling efficiency.
Additional fan improvements include:
- Higher airflow output
- Increased static pressure
- Lower operating noise
- Reduced vibration
- Better radiator cooling performance
Wide CPU Socket Compatibility
The AORUS WATERFORCE X II 240 supports a broad range of current Intel and AMD desktop platforms.
Compatible sockets include:
- Intel LGA 115x
- Intel LGA 1200
- Intel LGA 1700
- Intel LGA 1851
- AMD AM4
- AMD AM5
- AMD TR4
- AMD sTR5
Technical Details
- Part Number / SKU: GP-AORUS WATERFORCE X II 240
- Radiator size: 240mm
- Radiator material: Aluminum
- Water block material: Copper
- Tube length: 380mm
- Tube construction: Rubber with nylon sleeve
- LCD display: 60 x 60mm full-color display
- Pump speed: 2500 to 3000 RPM
- Fans included: 2 x 120mm ARGB
- Bearing type: Fluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB)
- Maximum airflow: 72 CFM
Why Choose the AORUS WATERFORCE X II 240
Whether you are building a premium gaming PC or upgrading an existing system, the AORUS WATERFORCE X II 240 offers an excellent combination of cooling performance, easy installation, quiet operation, and extensive customization. Its upgraded pump, innovative magnetic fan connection system, customizable LCD display, and synchronized ARGB lighting make it an ideal solution for enthusiasts who want both high performance and clean aesthetics.
For ordering, searching, or compatibility verification, refer to Part Number / SKU: GP-AORUS WATERFORCE X II 240.
Specifications
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Specifications |
| Product Code | GP-AORUS WATERFORCE X II 240 |
| Radiator & Block Dimensions | 277 x 119 x 27mm |
| Pump Dimension | 87.6 x 87.6 x 77.7mm |
| Radiator Material | Aluminum |
| Block Material | Copper |
| Tube Length | 380mm |
| Tube Material | Rubber Tube with Nylon Sleeve |
| CPU Socket | Intel 115x,1200,1700,1851 |
| AMD TR4, AM5, AM4, sTR5 |
| LCD Display | 60 x 60mm Full Color LCD |
| Pump Speed | 2500~3000 RPM +/10% |
| Fan Spec | 2 x 120mm ARGB Fans |
| Speed | 800~2400 RPM +/10% |
| Bearing type | FDB |
| Air Flow | 72 CFM |
| Air Pressure | 3.15mmH20 |
| Noise Level | 12~37.5 dBA |
| Software | GCC |