Best selling CPU coolers from Noctua
Here you’ll find the best CPU coolers from Noctua. The ranking is based on the best-selling products from this brand within the category. In addition to sales volume, factors such as availability, pricing, and overall customer relevance also influence the order. For each product, we include a short description and the most important highlights from customer reviews, giving you a quick overview of the most popular Noctua options. This page always stays fresh and updates automatically.
1. Noctua NH-D15 G2 chromax.black
The NH-D15 G2 chromax.black is a powerful dual-tower CPU cooler from Noctua, designed for effective cooling of high-performance processors. With an active cooling system that includes a 140 mm fan, this cooler delivers an impressive airflow of up to 155.6 m³/h. The noise level during operation is only 24.8 dBA, making it a quiet option for demanding applications. The cooler is compatible with a wide range of processor sockets, including LGA 1150, LGA 1151, LGA 1155, LGA 1156, LGA 1200, LGA 1700, AM4, AM5, and LGA 1851, making it a flexible choice for various systems. The combination of aluminum and copper ensures efficient heat dissipation and durability. The NH-D15 G2 chromax.black is therefore an excellent choice for anyone seeking a powerful and quiet cooling solution.
- Maximum fan speed of 1500 rpm for high cooling performance
- Noise level of only 24.8 dBA for quiet operation
- Compatible with a variety of processor sockets, including AM4 and LGA 1700
- Active cooling with a 140 mm fan for optimal airflow
- High-quality materials such as aluminum and copper for improved heat dissipation.
2. Noctua Nh-U14s
Thanks to the larger format, six heatpipes and the NF-A15 140mm fan with PWM support for fully automatic speed control, the silent cooling performance of the NH-U14S surpasses all other coolers in the U series. At the same time, the 52mm slim design guarantees full compatibility with high memory modules on LGA2011. The all-round high-quality package is completed by the proven SecuFirm2 mounting system, Noctua's renowned NT-H1 thermal compound and a 6-year manufacturer's warranty. Its outstanding cooling performance, good compatibility and excellent quietness make the NH-U14S a premium solution for the highest demands.
Mounting brackets for older models are available from the manufacturer.
3. Noctua NH-D12L
Powerful dual-tower CPU cooler for AM5 and LGA1700 sockets. Compatible with AM4, AM5, LGA 1150, LGA 1151, LGA 1155, LGA 1156, LGA 1200, LGA 1700, LGA 2011, LGA 2011 R3, and LGA 2066 processor sockets. Cooling type: Active (with fan). Dimensions (HxWxD): 158 mm x 125 mm x 112 mm. Maximum fan speed: 2000 rpm. Maximum airflow: 102.1 m³/h. Noise level during operation: 22.6 dBA.
The NH-D12L is a 120mm-class CPU cooler that offers a unique combination of excellent silent cooling performance and outstanding case compatibility due to its particularly low height. With a height of only 145 mm (13 mm shorter than the classic 120 mm Noctua models), it fits into numerous 4U systems as well as narrower tower cases that were previously limited to solutions with 92 mm fans.
Thanks to its dual-tower design with five heat pipes and the groundbreaking 120 mm fan NF-A12 x 25r, it achieves a performance level that surpasses many full-height 120 mm models. The single-fan configuration and asymmetric design ensure that the NH-D12L does not extend over the memory slots on AMD AM4/AM5 and Intel LGA1700/1200, providing 100% RAM compatibility.
The high-quality overall package is rounded off by the proven SecuFirm2 mounting system, Noctua's renowned NT-H1 thermal paste, and a 6-year manufacturer warranty. All in all, the NH-D12L is the perfect choice when top-notch cooling performance is required but there is not enough space for the larger NH-U12A.
4. Noctua NH-D15 G2 LBC
The NH-D15 G2 is the further improved second generation of Noctua's iconic NH-D15. With its state-of-the-art, speed-controlled NF-A14x25r G2 PWM fans, eight heat pipes, and asymmetrical fin stacks carefully tuned to work with the new fans, it achieves even better and quieter cooling performance than its award-winning predecessor.
The special Low Base Convexity (LBC) version is optimized for relatively flat CPUs and offers excellent contact quality on AMD's AM5 processors, even when the included offset mounting option is not used. In addition to its further improved performance, the NH-D15 G2 also features enhanced compatibility thanks to an offset design that allows it to free up the top PCIe x16 slot on most current motherboards. Last but not least, the G2 version has been upgraded to the Torx-based SecuFirm2+ multi-socket mounting system, complete with the included NM-SD1 screwdriver, as well as Noctua's superior NT-H2 thermal paste.
5. Noctua NH-D15 G2
The NH-D15 G2 represents the second, further improved generation of the iconic Noctua NH-D15. Thanks to two state-of-the-art NF-A14x25r G2 PWM fans with speed offset, eight heat pipes, and asymmetrical cooling towers carefully optimized for use with the new fans, it achieves an even higher cooling performance compared to its highly awarded predecessor, while maintaining excellent operational quietness. Therefore, the G2 version is a true flagship model that pushes the boundaries in air cooling, continuing the tradition of the original NH-D15 and competing with the efficiency of many all-in-one water coolers.
6. Noctua NH-L9x65
With a height of 65 mm instead of 37 mm and four heat pipes instead of two, the NH-L9x65 offers significantly more performance reserves than its lower-profile sibling models, while maintaining the same footprint of 95 x 95 mm. This ensures 100% RAM and PCIe compatibility on Intel-based ITX motherboards, and the cooler does not block any ports located near the socket. Thanks to the highly optimized NF-A9x14 premium fan with PWM support for automatic speed control, the NH-L9x65 operates remarkably quietly. The package is completed with the professional SecuFirm2 multi-socket mounting system and Noctua's renowned NT-H1 thermal paste. Thus, the NH-L9x65 combines the familiar advantages of larger Noctua coolers into a compact, high-quality complete package for systems with limited space.
7. Noctua NH-U12A
The 120mm Premium Cooler NH-U12A represents the latest, fifth generation of Noctua's award-winning NH-U12 series. To extract even more performance from the 120mm form factor, it is equipped with two units of the exceptionally quiet flagship fan NF-A12x25 PWM and features a completely newly developed heatsink with 7 heat pipes and increased surface area for even better heat dissipation. This way, the NH-U12A can compete with many 140mm CPU coolers while still offering the case and PCIe compatibility of the 120mm class. The overall high-quality package is rounded off by the proven SecuFirm2 multi-socket mounting system, Noctua's renowned NT-H1 quality thermal paste, and a full 6-year manufacturer's warranty. Its top-notch cooling performance, excellent compatibility, and outstanding quiet operation make the NH-U12A a true premium solution for the highest demands.
8. Noctua NH-D15 Chromax
The NH-D15 chromax.black is a completely black version of Noctua's award-winning flagship model, the NH-D15. The recipe for success of this premium cooler remains unchanged thanks to the same dual-tower design and the proven NF-A15 PWM fans: the CPU cooler offers excellent quiet operation combined with cooling performance that can compete with complete water cooling systems. The chromax.black version, with its black fans and black-coated heatsink, additionally combines these advantages with a sleek stealth design. The overall high-quality package is completed by the renowned multi-socket mounting system SecuFirm2 and Noctua's popular NT-H1 thermal paste. Whether for overclockers or silent enthusiasts: the NH-D15 chromax.black is a true premium solution that looks just as good as it cools.
9. Noctua NH-L9a-AM4
The Noctua NH-L9a-AM4 is a quiet premium cooler designed for AMD-based HTPCs and small form factor systems. With an ultra-slim height of just 37 mm, the NH-L9a-AM4 is perfect for particularly compact cases. Thanks to its footprint of 92x114 mm, the cooler offers excellent compatibility with tall memory modules and other components on mini-ITX motherboards. The custom SecuFirm2 mounting system for AM4 makes installation a breeze. The highly optimized NF-A9x14 premium fan with PWM support for automatic speed control provides outstanding operational quietness. With the included low-noise adapter, the speed of the NF-A9x14 fan can be reduced from 2,500 RPM to 1,800 RPM. This allows for nearly silent systems with CPUs under 65 watts TDP. The package is completed with Noctua's renowned NT-H1 thermal paste. The NH-L9a combines all the advantages of larger Noctua coolers in an extremely compact, high-quality complete package for slim HTPC systems.
10. Noctua Nh-U9s
The asymmetric design with 5 heat pipes allows for both increased cooling performance and better compatibility. With a footprint of 95 x 95 mm, the cooler does not overhang the memory slots or PCIe slots on all Intel and most AMD-based motherboards (including µATX and ITX). Combined with a compact height of 125 mm, this makes the NH-U9S a versatile solution with excellent case, RAM, and PCIe compatibility. The included NF-A9 premium fan ensures outstanding quiet operation, with its speed being fully automated via PWM control. With a second NF-A9 fan, available separately, cooling performance can be further enhanced in a dual-fan setup.
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