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Noctua NH-L12S, Premium Low Profile CPU Cooler with Quiet 120mm PWM Fan (Brown)

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  • Compact, premium-quality low-profile CPU cooler (70mm total height)
  • Further improved successor to the award-winning NH-L12, ideal for ITX and HTPC systems
  • Highly optimised NF-A12x15 120mm fan with PWM support and Low-Noise Adaptor for automatic speed control and ultra-quiet operation
  • Includes high-end NT-H1 thermal paste and SecuFirm2 mounting system for easy installation on Intel LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x and AMD AM5 & AM4 (offset mounting option for best efficiency)
  • Deluxe choice for CPUs with moderate heat load (see CPU compatibility list on Noctua.at website), e.g. Intel 14900K, 14700K, 14600K or AMD Ryzen 7950X3D, 7900X3D, 7800X3D, 7700, etc.

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Successor to the popular NH-L12, the NH-L12S is a compact low-profile CPU cooler that combines excellent compatibility, surprising efficiency and remarkable flexibility. Thanks to its NF-A12x15 PWM, slim 120mm fan, the NH-L12S provides even better quiet cooling performance than the previous model with its 92mm fan. At the same time, the NH-L12S is highly versatile: with the fan installed on top of the fins, the cooler is compatible with RAM modules of up to 48mm in height. With the fan installed underneath the fins, the total height of the cooler is only 70mm, making it suitable for use in many HTPC and Small Form Factor cases. Topped off with the trusted, pro-grade SecuFirm2 multi-socket mounting system and Noctua’s proven NT-H1 thermal compound, the NH-L12S is a premium-quality low-profile solution for the highest demands.

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NH-L12S High Clearance

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Low-profile mode

Run with the NF-A12x15 fan installed underneath the fin stack, the NH-L12S stands only 70mm tall. The fan can be installed blowing upwards or blowing downwards in order to match the airflow direction inside the case.

High-clearance mode

Run with the NF-A12x15 fan installed on top, the NH-L12S provides extended clearance underneath the fin stack. This way, it is fully compatible with chipset coolers and RAM modules with heat-spreaders of up to 48mm in height (vs. 35mm in low-profile mode).

NF-A12x15 slim 120mm premium fan

Featuring sophisticated aerodynamic optimisations such as Flow Acceleration Channels, the NF-A12x15 is a premium-grade slim 120mm fan. Its outstanding efficiency allows the NH-L12S to provide even better performance than the previous model with its 92mm fan.

NT-H1 thermal compound

Noctua’s much-acclaimed NT-H1 is a pro-grade TIM solution that provides minimum thermal resistance, excellent ease of use and outstanding reliability. Chosen again and again by overclockers and enthusiast users worldwide, it has established itself as a benchmark for premium-quality thermal compounds.

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Measurements
  • Height (without fan): 70 mm
  • Width (without fan): 128 mm
  • Depth (without fan): 146 mm
  • Height (with fan): 70 / 88 mm
  • Width (with fan): 128 mm
  • Depth (with fan): 146 mm
  • Weight (without fan): 390 g
  • Weight (with fan): 520 g
Material

Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating

Cooler Specifications

Scope of delivery

  • NF-A12x15 PWM premium fan
  • NA-RC7 Low-Noise Adaptor (L.N.A)
  • NT-H1 high-grade thermal compound
  • SecuFirm2 mounting kit
  • Noctua metal case-badge

Fan compatibility

120x120x15, 120x120x25

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Please Note:

The NH-L12S is a highly compact, quiet low-profile cooler designed for use in small form factor cases and HTPC environments. While it provides first-rate performance in its class, it is not suitable for overclocking and or CPUs that create high heat loads.

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Customer Reviews
4.7 out of 5 stars
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LGA1851, LGA1700
LGA1200, LGA115x (LGA1150, LGA1151, LGA1155, LGA1156)
LGA20xx Square ILM with NM-i20xx with NM-i20xx
LGA20xx Narrow ILM X X
LGA4189 X X
LGA4677 X X
AM5
AM4
TR4, SP3, sTRX4, sWRX8 X X

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Customer Ratings
Mounting system
4.8
2.8
4.0
4.8
4.9
4.9
Noise level
4.6
3.6
5.0
4.8
4.8
4.9
Easy to install
4.4
3.5
3.4
4.6
4.9
4.8
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Noctua Cooling Solutions
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Noctua Cooling Solutions
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cooling method
Air
Air
Air
Air
Air
power connector type
4-Pin
4-Pin
4-Pin
4-Pin
4-Pin
4-Pin
compatible devices
Ordenador de escritorio
Desktop
Desktop, PC
Desktop
Desktop
Desktop
air flow capacity
94.2 cubic meters per hour
42.58 cubic feet per minute
61.56 cubic feet per minute
57.5 cubic feet per minute
max rotational speed
1850 rpm
2700 rpm
2500 rpm
1850 rpm
2500 rpm
2500 rpm
noise level
23.9 decibels
22.4 decibels
23.6 decibels
24.4 decibels
23.6 decibels
material
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
Silicone, Metal
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
Aluminum, Copper, Polybutylene Terephthalate
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
wattage
135 watts
0 watts
3.24 watts
0 watts

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
1,620 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the cooling performance, noise level, size and performance of the electronic component fan. They mention that it cools an AMD 1600 AF very well, practically quieter and that it fits perfectly with plenty of space. They also appreciate the performance, ease of installation and that the documentation is clear and easy to read. Customers are also satisfied with appearance, value, and quality.

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89 customers mention81 positive8 negative

Customers are satisfied with the cooling performance of the Noctua NH-L12S. They mention that it cools an AMD 1600 AF very well at 30C idle and 60C load at stock settings, with no change in temperature. The fan is amazing and quiet, even under load, making it a good choice for a cpu cooling unit. The quality of the cooler and the thermal paste included in the box is very high, making the Noktuan NH -L12.S a hard to beat low profile premium cooler.

"...with all BIOS fan settings set to "Standard" this cooler cools my 9700K almost silently...." Read more

"...After installing the NH-L12s, my idle temps dropped significantly, with my current low at 32C and current max at 64C (OCCT tests for 1 hour)...." Read more

"...I added a second fan so I have a push and pull fan and now my pc stays nice and cool. Love Noctua!" Read more

"Amazing product! I've been using a basic HP gaming computer and the biggest issue was the overheating...." Read more

62 customers mention50 positive12 negative

Customers like the noise level of the electronic component fan. They mention that it cools better and is so quiet that it is practically quieter than other models without the low noise filter installed.

"...(2500rpms vs 1800rpms i think) while pushing more air, the noise has reduced considerably...." Read more

"...This thing is SOO quiet! I added a second fan so I have a push and pull fan and now my pc stays nice and cool. Love Noctua!" Read more

"...Lastly, the fan is also great for low noise builds and hums nicely with "standard" bios motherboard fan speed setting...." Read more

"...The fan is amazing and quiet, even under load. You have to stick with low-clearance RAM, but this didn't bother me...." Read more

43 customers mention34 positive9 negative

Customers generally like the size of the fan. They say it fits perfectly with plenty of space, and no clearance issues. They also say it snugly keeps everything in its proper place, and fits on a microATX motherboard with 16GB RAM. Some say that it's a great cpu cooler for its size, and that it covers a large area of the motherboard.

"...is beautifully folded cardboard that snugly keeps everything in its proper place...." Read more

"...settings (minus the curve UV), there's definitely a solid amount of headroom for OC - AMD puts the thermal limit at 30C above my peak right now so I..." Read more

"...The Noctua fit in perfectly! The back plate of the HP motherboard was tough to get off, but I used a heat gun lightly and finally got it to pop off...." Read more

"...small case when used with a SFX power supply because it fits perfectly with plenty of space and no clearance issues, at least not on the board I'm..." Read more

30 customers mention24 positive6 negative

Customers find the installation of the electronic component fan to be simple and easy. They mention that the thermal paste and a comprehensive set of instructions make installation straightforward. The fan is easy to dismount and remount, and the documentation is clear and easy to read.

"...Compared to other air coolers I've used, the mounting for this is a breeze - the LGA115X backplate has the feed-through standoffs press-fit so you..." Read more

"...Other than that, install did not take long at all. Definitely recommend." Read more

"...Installation was clear and Noctua supplies more than enough parts, but there was one hitch that wasn't obvious going in: for some reason, Noctua..." Read more

"...It was easy to install and can be placed in any orientation without issue...." Read more

30 customers mention30 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the electronic component fan. They mention that it works very effectively with their Ryzen 5800x in their small Cooler Master, and the provided Intel backing worked perfectly for them after they used a hair dryer to remove their HP plate. They also appreciate the functional and environmentally friendly design, and that they have no complaints at all.

"...the time to come up with this lovely origami-esque solution that is functional and environmentally friendly. Nice job guys!..." Read more

"...This cooler is extremely effective in this layout...." Read more

"...-Mounts solid-Nice low temps, does a great job for what it is..." Read more

"...The supplied intel backing worked perfectly for me after I used a hair dryer to remove my HP plate...." Read more

23 customers mention21 positive2 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the fan. They mention that it has a nice design, is well-built, and not cheap. The quality looks good, and it gives a retro vibe. Overall, customers are happy with the product's appearance and will buy it again and again.

"...I like this product very much. It is very exquisite." Read more

"...The part looks okay but look how close it was to being damaged...." Read more

"...gotta wait to see what the thermal paste does but it fits and looks good Much bigger than i thought was going to be but hey its doing its job" Read more

"...Not only did fit snuggly and looks great, but the CPU temp went down tremendously (6 to 7 degrees celsius)...." Read more

20 customers mention17 positive3 negative

Customers like the value of the electronic component fan. They mention that it is worth the price.

"...So despite the high cost difference, I feel it was worth the price!" Read more

"...Good CPU cooler, probably worth the money, much better than anything stock... has a couple drawbacks as I noted." Read more

"It's a great cooler for the money. The noctua website shows it supports 2011-3 install.. however they do not give the hardware to do it in this box...." Read more

"...They always seem to have superior materials and quality for the price. However I can't recommend this cooler unless you have VERY specific needs...." Read more

18 customers mention18 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the electronic component fan. They mention that the build quality, presentation, and everything else just screams premium. The quality of both the cooler and thermal paste included in the box is very high, and the product is reliable and a reliable brand. Overall, customers are happy with the performance and reliability of the product.

"...All of the hardware is great quality - mostly metal aside from a couple plastic spacers...." Read more

"...They always seem to have superior materials and quality for the price. However I can't recommend this cooler unless you have VERY specific needs...." Read more

"This is a solid cooler, but then again it is Noctua, so this is to be expected...." Read more

"...-IMHO silent in full operation-Nice design, built-well, not cheap-No plastic mounting pins like other brands!..." Read more

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Amazing Product!
Amazing product! I've been using a basic HP gaming computer and the biggest issue was the overheating. AIO coolers won't fit in the case and I'd have to pretty much rebuild everything to fit into a different case. The Noctua fit in perfectly! The back plate of the HP motherboard was tough to get off, but I used a heat gun lightly and finally got it to pop off. Other than that, install did not take long at all. Definitely recommend.
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Amazing product! I've been using a basic HP gaming computer and the biggest issue was the overheating. AIO coolers won't fit in the case and I'd have to pretty much rebuild everything to fit into a different case. The Noctua fit in perfectly! The back plate of the HP motherboard was tough to get off, but I used a heat gun lightly and finally got it to pop off. Other than that, install did not take long at all. Definitely recommend.
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