NH-L12S CPU Cooler -70mm with Quiet Pwm Fan -120mm

I wanted to build a small form factor totally silent PC. I have an Asus Z370-I MB and i5-8400 (65 TDW). Originally installed an AOI water cooler but was never happy with the cooling performance and noise levels. I need a very low cooler and there have been a number of review and tests with the NH-L12S. Decided to try it out and am pleasantly surprised. The NH-L12S fit on a mini-ITX motherboard with no room to spare. If you have tall RAM, you would have to mount the fan on top and that would not have fit in my case. In the end, the NH-L12S ended up cooling way better than the AOI water cooler by 5C on idle. It is TOTALLY silent with the legendary Noctua fan. Playing moderate games and the temps are still better than the AOI and noise is not noticeable. Buy this, you won't regret it. I have been a Noctua fan for awhile and will continue to do so.

Prodotto veramente valido, adatto per case di dimensioni medie e piccole. Il rumore della ventola non si sente nemmeno a regime massimo di funzionamento. Le temperature sono ben controllate, montato sul nuovo socket 1200 per un i7-10700K, raggiunge una temperatura massima che fluttua i 70 e gli 80 gradi mantenendo il clock dinamico del turbo boost technology. Utilizzando il processore al massimo del boost fisso a 5.1GHz, le temperature salgono oltre i 90°, in tal caso è meglio montare il modello NH-U12A o NH-U12S che sono piu' performanti. Il montaggio è semplice, ma serve un po' di manualità. La parte più complessa è il fissaggio del radiatore ai supporti, ci vuole un po' di pazienza per centrare e fissare le viti di entrambi i lati.

Easy install, very low. Will fit in a 2U 19" PC case (if they risers of the board are not too high). I used it in a Inter-Tech 2U-2504. Cools pretty good on a modern I3. Also very silent.

I’ve been using Noctua coolers and fans for years, and the NH-L12S 70mm Low Profile CPU Cooler is yet another excellent addition to my NAS build. I chose this cooler primarily for its low-profile design, which fits perfectly into my custom 3D-printed NAS case, and of course, Noctua's reputation for high-quality and quiet components. Performance: Cooling Efficiency: The NH-L12S performs just as expected - great cooling with quiet operation. For the best results, I recommend replacing the thermal paste that comes with the cooler with a PTM7950 thermal pad, as it further enhances thermal conductivity. Noise Level: The 120mm PWM fan is incredibly quiet. In fact, my hard drives are louder than this cooler. It truly lives up to Noctua’s promise of silent operation. Installation: Mounting Process: The installation was smooth, with clear, step-by-step instructions. I had no issues mounting it on my 1700 LGA socket, and it fit perfectly into the build. Clearance: There were no clearance issues with other components (like RAM, GPU, or PSU). The cooler’s ability to rotate and install in different orientations ensures flexibility in compact builds. Build Quality: Premium Design: As expected, Noctua's materials and design are top-notch. The cooler feels sturdy, and the fan quality is consistent with the brand’s reputation. Packaging: Protection During Delivery: The packaging was more than adequate to protect the cooler during shipping. Included Accessories: The cooler includes all necessary mounting brackets and installation kits for both AMD and Intel setups, making it versatile for various builds. Value for Money: For anyone looking for a reliable, quiet, and efficient cooler, the Noctua NH-L12S is a proven solution. Despite its price, the quality and performance justify the cost. Final Verdict: I highly recommend the Noctua NH-L12S for anyone building a compact system or NAS. It fits perfectly, performs efficiently, and keeps your CPU cool without making any noise. As always, Noctua delivers exceptional products that are built to last.

Gekocht voor mijn vriend zijn MINI ITX build en werkt super! Is ideaal voor zijn Ryzen 7 7800X3D in deze build.