{"id":227885,"date":"2025-03-28T18:00:50","date_gmt":"2025-03-28T17:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hwcooling.net\/?p=227885\/"},"modified":"2025-04-01T12:32:29","modified_gmt":"2025-04-01T10:32:29","slug":"bequiet-silent-loop-3-bw025-founded-on-elite-fans-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hwcooling.net\/en\/bequiet-silent-loop-3-bw025-founded-on-elite-fans-review\/","title":{"rendered":"BeQuiet! Silent Loop 3 (BW025): Founded on elite fans"},"content":{"rendered":"

The latest of BeQuiet!’s liquid coolers \u2013 the Silent Loop 3 \u2013 delivers exceptionally high cooling performance, thanks in part to its premium 120mm Silent Wings 4 (Pro) fans<\/a>. The Silent Loop 3 with a 360mm radiator meets the criteria and demands of even the most demanding users while maintaining wide compatibility with cases. However, achieving ultra-quiet operation will require slowing down the pump.<\/p>\n

We’re testing the mid-sized version of the BeQuiet! Silent Loop 3. Beyond the 360mm model being reviewed, there’s also a larger 420mm version (with 140mm fans) and a smaller 240mm variant with two 120mm fans. The 360mm Silent Loop 3 model features three such 120mm fans. BeQuiet! identifies this cooler with the code BW025, which helps locate it in stores or other materials. Key specifications are summarized in the table below.<\/p>\n

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Basic parameters <\/td><\/td>BeQuiet! Silent Loop 3 (BW025) <\/td><\/tr>
Supported sockets <\/td><\/td>Intel LGA 1851, 1700, 1200, 115x; AMD AM5, AM4, TR5, TR4 <\/td><\/tr>
Build type <\/td><\/td>liquid (AIO) <\/td><\/tr>
Height (w\/ fans) in mm <\/td><\/td>52.8 <\/td><\/tr>
Length (w\/ fans) in mm <\/td><\/td>396 <\/td><\/tr>
Width (w\/ fans) in mm <\/td><\/td>120 <\/td><\/tr>
Height of the liquid block in mm <\/td><\/td>53.0 <\/td><\/tr>
Length of the liquid block in mm <\/td><\/td>75.9 <\/td><\/tr>
Width of the liquid block in mm <\/td><\/td>80.4 <\/td><\/tr>
Tube length in mm <\/td><\/td>400 <\/td><\/tr>
Daisy chaining of fans <\/td><\/td>yes <\/td><\/tr>
(A)RGB elements <\/td><\/td>yes (kryt bloku) <\/td><\/tr>
Number of fans and their format <\/td><\/td>3\u00d7 120 <\/td><\/tr>
Weight (with fans) in g <\/td><\/td>1773 <\/td><\/tr>
Approximate retail price in EUR <\/td><\/td>165 <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div>Wordpress Table Plugin<\/a>
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Details of the BeQuiet! Silent Loop 3 (BW025) cooler<\/h2>\n

The radiator is constructed from aluminum with a 27mm thickness \u2013 a fairly common dimension. Combined with the standard 25mm fan thickness, this results in a relatively slim total profile (52.8mm including slightly protruding screw heads) and above-average case compatibility. This remains true even for top-mounted installations, where space is typically constrained with potential clearance issues between the cooler’s fan frame and motherboard VRM heatsinks or installed memory modules. The Silent Loop 3’s design minimizes these complications thanks to its relatively slim profile.<\/p>\n

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The fans used share many design characteristics with the 120mm Silent Wings Pro 4<\/a>, though they operate at lower speeds (max 2500 RPM vs. the advertised 3000 RPM of the SWP4) while maintaining identical geometry. This applies to both the rotor design and the frame with its tight “radiator-optimized” corners, which are crucial for maintaining static pressure and airflow through the radiator \u2013 key factors for cooling performance. We’ve previously examined how different corner designs with the Silent Wings Pro 4 fans affect radiator airflow in our dedicated article.<\/a><\/p>\n

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The Silent Loop 3’s liquid cooler fans come with only one set of pre-installed corners \u2013 the optimal configuration for maximum cooling efficiency.<\/p>\n

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For daisy-chaining multiple fans and connecting them to a single header (typically CPU_fan), the package includes a simple adapter that connects all the radiator fans.<\/p>\n

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Another important radiator specification worth noting is the FPI (fins per inch) count. With 30 fins per inch between the liquid channels, this represents a slightly above-average density. However, the included high-static-pressure fans are well-suited for this configuration.<\/p>\n

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The tubing connecting to the water block measures 400mm long – sufficient for installation even in larger cases, including front-mounted configurations where the distance to the CPU is greater than from the top panel.<\/p>\n

For easier installation, the block features swivel joints where the tubes connect. The water block itself stands just 53mm tall, making it compact enough for many SFF cases.<\/p>\n

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The rectangular cold plate is particularly noteworthy. Measuring 60 \u00d7 42 mm, it provides sufficient coverage even for the oversized IHS of AMD Threadripper processors. For mainstream platforms, it comfortably accommodates the relatively larger IHS of Intel processors (Alder Lake and newer) without overhang. For other supported CPUs with significantly smaller heatspreaders, the Silent Loop 3’s base is substantially over-dimensioned.<\/p>\n

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The water block is secured to the motherboard using a metal backplate. The installation process is reasonably straightforward: long screws are inserted into the backplate, secured with rubber washers, and this assembly is then fed through the mounting holes around the CPU socket. The backplate is fastened with threaded standoffs (on the motherboard’s front side) that create the necessary spacing, and the liquid cooler’s block is then screwed into these standoffs using brackets pre-installed on the water block.<\/p>\n

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Two cables emerge from the water block: one powers the pump while the other connects to the top surface lighting. You can see how this looks in the photo below this text. ARGB lighting can be controlled through third-party applications, allowing synchronization with other RGB components in your system, as it uses a standard 3-pin 5V ARGB connector.<\/p>\n

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Please note:<\/strong> The article continues in the following chapters.<\/p>\n