Superb
Doesn't take up too much space in the PC and the thermal paste is included. The instructions are very well done and easy to follow.
Review automatically translated
Noctua NH-U12S Chromax Black
CPU cooler for Intel and AMD sockets
Pictures may differ from actual products
Noctua's NH-U12S chromax black is a "full black" version of the Noctua NH-U12S, the renowned silent premium CPU cooler. Thanks to its slimmer heatsink and the integration of the NF-F12 PWM fan, this model retains the excellent performance of the NH-U12S.
CPU cooler for Intel and AMD sockets
Overview
Noctua
Noctua NH-U12S chromax black version continues to deliver exceptional silence
Noctua' s NH-U12S chromax black is a "full black" version of the Noctua NH-U12S, the famous silent premium CPU ventirad. Thanks to its slimmer heatsink design and the integration of the NF-F12 PWM fan, this model maintains the NH-U12S's level of excellence, with exceptional levels of performance and silence, as well as amazing compatibility with cases, memory and PCIe slots. The chromax.black version offers a look of rare elegance and sobriety, thanks to the black radiator casing and black fans. Supplied with the famous SecuFirm2 multi-socket mounting system, Noctua NT-H1 thermal paste and backed by a full 6-year manufacturer's warranty, the NH-U12S chromax.black is the perfect top-of-the-range choice for those looking for an ultra-compatible 120 mm cooler that's as beautiful as it is efficient.
120 mm tower format
At 158 mm high, the NH-U12S is short enough to fit into most of today's mid-range and high-end tower cases.Full RAM compatibility
Thanks to its slim design (45mm deep fins), the NH-U12S does not encroach on the area dedicated to RAM modules, even when two fans are installed.NF-F12 120mm Focused Flow fan
Acclaimed by over 150 specialist articles and thousands of users worldwide, the NF-F12 Focused Flow is a fan renowned for its astonishing static pressure, cooling performance and extremely low noise level.
Compatibility with old and new sockets
Compliant with the SecuFirm open standard, the NH-U12S can be made compatible with older LGA1366 and LGA775 sockets by using the optional MM-I3 mounting kit, which is supplied free of charge by Noctua.
PWM and Low Noise Adapter (L.N.A.) compatibility
The 120mm NF-A12 fan can benefit from automatic PWM speed control. To further reduce noise emissions, the maximum speed can be capped at 1200rpm (instead of 1500rpm) by using the Low Noise Adapter (L.N.A.).
SecuFirm2 mounting system
SecuFirm2 fastening systems meet the highest expectations in terms of quality, safety and ease of installation. It ensures perfect contact pressure and maximum installation comfort on all current sockets.
Key features:
- Version: Chromax Black
- Dimensions - 158 x 125 x 45 mm
- Dimensions with NF-F12 PWM chromax black - 158 x 125 x 71 mm
- Weight with NF-F12 PWM chromax black - 755 g
- Materials - Copper (base and heat pipes), aluminium (cooling plates), soldered & nickel-plated
- Colour: Black
- Warranty : 6 years
Information provided by our tech department
Warning: because of its large dimensions, the fan may protrude into the first memory slot or the first PCI slot on some motherboards (particularly for formats smaller than ATX). A minimum ATX motherboard is therefore recommended for installation of this model. In line with Noctua's policy of providing its top-of-the-range SecuFirm2 mounting systems free of charge, owners of eligible fan models will be able to order the NM-i17xx-MP78 kit free of charge once the motherboards and LGA 1700 CPUs are available. Proof of purchase (electronic version, photo or scan of invoice) of an eligible Noctua cooler and either a LGA 1700 motherboard or LGA 1700 CPU will be required. Visit the Noctua website for more information.
Specifications
Select your criteria
General information |
Product name |
Noctua NH-U12S Chromax Black |
Brand |
Noctua | |
Model |
NOCTUA NH-U12S CH.BK | |
Technical specifications |
Use |
Processor |
Processor support |
AMD AM4 | |
| Intel 1150 | ||
| Intel 1151 | ||
| Intel 1155 | ||
| Intel 1156 | ||
| Intel 2011 | ||
| Intel 2011-v3 | ||
| Intel 2066 | ||
| Intel 1200 | ||
| AMD AM5 | ||
| Intel 1700 | ||
Color |
Black | |
Luminous |
No | |
Connector(s) |
4-pin Female | |
Ball bearing |
No | |
PWM |
Yes | |
Heat Pipe |
Yes | |
Adjustable speed |
No | |
Cooling type |
Ventirad (active) | |
Top Flow |
No | |
Dual tower |
No | |
Fan diameter |
120 mm | |
Min sound level |
18.6 dB | |
Max sound level |
22.4 dB | |
Minimum rotation speed |
300 RPM | |
Maximum rotation speed |
1650 RPM | |
Min airflow |
74.3 m³/h | |
Max airflow |
93.4 m³/h | |
Material(s) |
Copper | |
| ABS (Plastic) | ||
| Aluminum | ||
Use |
Gamer | |
| Multimedia | ||
AIO radiator compatibility |
N/A | |
Dimensions |
Height (fan included) |
158 mm |
Width (fan included) |
125 mm | |
Depth (fan included) |
71 mm | |
Height |
158 mm | |
Width |
125 mm | |
Depth |
45 mm | |
Weight |
755 g | |
Warranties |
Commercial warranty |
Seller 3 years |
Legal warranty |
See terms & conditions |
See all Noctua products
Product referenced on 25 Oct 2019
Customer reviews
-
Number of reviews: 3 Average rating: 9
-
Number of reviews: 22 Average rating: 9
Noctua, always excellent, but ....
I've been a loyal fan of the brand since 2012, and I've never been disappointed, because their cooling is excellent, and the finish and mounting system are simple and reliable, unlike some brands where you have to be an engineer to mount it.
Before this one, I had the NHU 9S, and well in all honesty, apart from the fact that it is of course slightly quieter, and even then, it is the noise that is not the same, because when fully loaded you can still hear it, it does not cool enormously better than my old NHU-9S. Only 5 degrees difference when fully loaded.
The advantage is that it looks completely black, otherwise honestly, with my Ryzen 7 2700x, I have very similar temperatures between my old NHu-9S and the Nhu-12S here. I'm not sure if you're a fan of overclocking, but if you're a fan of oc, you'll probably see a difference, but if you're a fan of overclocking, you'll see a difference. The little noctua's already do the job very well.Review automatically translated
Similar products
Best sellers
Our brands
In the same universe: chromax
Trending now: CPU cooler | Gaming CPU cooler | Dual tower CPU cooler | Top Flow CPU cooler | Low profile CPU cooler