Does your case take the radiator?
Check mounts before buying a 360 AIO. Many Awest cases support 120/240/360 mm on front or top; some higher models even take front 480 mm.
If air-cooler height is tight (around 160 mm on some AQ models), an AIO can be the practical path. With a mesh case and strong intake, a solid air cooler still shines.
Build-day tips
Prefer radiator positions that pull fresh air (front as intake), or make sure a top mount still pairs with a clear rear exhaust path.
Avoid sharp tube bends, don’t run a dry pump above the radiator, and clean filters. Good cooling is half hardware, half maintenance.
