MSI MEG CORELIQUID S280 AIO Cooler

[crazyeyesreaper]

MSI looks to improve its share of the all-in-one liquid cooler market with the MEG CORELIQUID S280. The built-in IPS display on the pump and active cooling for the VRM result in this halo product delivering not only unique features, but also solid performance.

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[DeathtoGnomes]

However, it does away with the traditional ARGB lighting that has become a must-have inclusion in almost every product on the market. For some, that will be a nice change of pace.

here let me fix that...

However, it does away with the traditional ARGB lighting that has become a eyesore fir almost every product on the market. For some, that will be a breath of relief.

Its really nice MSI did away with that on the block/pump, I'm sure RGB enthusiasts will want it on the fans where its more in line with their case theme.
280 might only be slightly better at cooling than a 240 but the noise drop stands out.

 

[AnarchoPrimitiv]

Why are AIO's from Asus, MSI, etc so much more expensive than non-motherboard companies....you'd think that a much larger company like Asus and MSI would be able to use their larger scale to have these items produced at cheaper prices, but they're far from it....I realize this thing has a screen, but even the regular AIOs from these companies will be $200 for a 360mm while other companies, with products just as good are in the $100-$150 range

 

[DeathtoGnomes]

My previous comment was about the looks. Now lets talk about the rest of the review.

Using a TT P3 is prolly the easiest to install into, and the worst (IMO) to use in such a review. The temp comparisons and noise levels are inaccurate due to using an open air case. Temps are naturally lower because airflow is not a factor, at all. Noise levels are not accurate because the open air case does not block noise as an enclosed case would. Its really unfair to compare statistics from this case with enclosed cases.

I like the review overall and its proves how much better an open air case can be.

I'd like to know what other AIOs you compared with when it comes to pricing and if those other units had the smae or similar LED displays.

 

[Turmania]

Way expensive against competition and how do we get hold off one their 140mm fans? Apart from those factors, I actually like the looks of it. But no way for that price...

 

[Mistral]

I have the Glacier One, it uses the same Asetek gen 6 pump. The pump noise gets ridiculous above 60%. Luckily, you can run the damn thing at 40% or 50% and it's very quiet with barely an impact on performance.

 

[cellar door]

Zero reason to buy this when NH-D15 exists - got 1/3 of the price.

 

[Dammeron]

Weren't MSI's AiOs the ones that clogged up after a few months of use?