Thermalright
Thermalright Frost Commander 140
Air tower
90
/ 100
From $69
VS
Corsair
Corsair H170i Elite LCD XT
420 AIO
90
/ 100
From $349
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Thermalright Frost Commander 140 lands at 90 and Corsair H170i Elite LCD XT at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Thermalright Frost Commander 140 if…
- ✓Multi-socket bracket support
- ✓Quiet fans at idle
- ✓Strong TDP rating
Pick Corsair H170i Elite LCD XT if…
- ✓Multi-socket bracket support
- ✓Quiet fans at idle
- ✓Strong TDP rating
Thermalright Frost Commander 140 90
vs 90 Corsair H170i Elite LCD XT
Score breakdown
Thermalright Frost Commander 140
90 thermals 90
noise 86
install 88
value 86
Corsair H170i Elite LCD XT
90 thermals 90
noise 86
install 88
value 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Thermalright Frost Commander 140 | Corsair H170i Elite LCD XT |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Air tower | 420 AIO |
Thermalright Frost Commander 140
Pros
- +Multi-socket bracket support
- +Quiet fans at idle
- +Strong TDP rating
Cons
- −Height may conflict with RAM heatspreaders
- −AIO pump noise varies
- −Installation requires motherboard-off
Corsair H170i Elite LCD XT
Pros
- +Multi-socket bracket support
- +Quiet fans at idle
- +Strong TDP rating
Cons
- −Height may conflict with RAM heatspreaders
- −AIO pump noise varies
- −Installation requires motherboard-off
FAQ: Thermalright Frost Commander 140 vs Corsair H170i Elite LCD XT
Which is better, Thermalright Frost Commander 140 or Corsair H170i Elite LCD XT? +
Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Thermalright Frost Commander 140 worth the price? +
At $69, Thermalright Frost Commander 140 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in thermals.
Is Corsair H170i Elite LCD XT worth the price? +
At $349, Corsair H170i Elite LCD XT delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in thermals.
Does Thermalright Frost Commander 140 or Corsair H170i Elite LCD XT last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.