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The front of the Antec Mercury RGB 240 box sports a large image of the cooler itself, and also shows off some core features of the AIO – such as the large pump design, RGB lighting, as well as support for Asus AURA Sync. The rear of the box provides some more detail on the cooler's specification.
Looking through the mounting hardware, all of the components are packaged and labelled separately which is a lovely touch. This attention to detail really helps with locating the parts required for installation. All of the included adapter cables are also braided which is another good addition.
Included with the Mercury RGB 240, you receive a 3-way PWM splitter for the included fans, a small SATA-powered inline controller for the lighting, as well as a 4-pin RGB motherboard header connection cable for controlling lighting through software. Lastly, there is another SATA cable which provides power to the pump via a mini-USB header.
Both the fans and their screws are also packaged and labelled separately. Taking a look at the fans, they both feel very solid with high-quality plastic frames, and with rubber isolation pads built into each corner. Each fan features 9 blades and an outer LED ring which will obviously light up once the system is powered on.
The fans also use a standard 4-pin PWM connection, with the speeds ranging between between 900 – 1800rpm. Each fan also has its own dedicated 4-pin RGB cable.
Taking the cooler out of the box, what's immediately impressive is just how solid and well built the unit feels. The radiator itself is a pretty standard size – measuring 274 x 119 x 27 mm – but the squarer aesthetic is a little reminiscent of EKWB radiators. The tubing feels nice and thick which is reassuring, but it’s still flexible. The tubing is also covered with a Nylon braided sleeve, which not only helps give a cleaner aesthetic but also adds some durability. At 350mm long, too, there is ample length for the tubes to reach the front or top of your case.
Lastly, the pump also feels surprisingly weighty and well-built, with almost all of its exterior covered in a separate white rubber coating. Taking a look around the outside of the pump, we also find the small mini USB port for power.
