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Noctua NH-L9i, Premium Low-Profile CPU Cooler for Intel LGA1200 & LGA115x (Brown)

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Product Dimensions 3.74"L x 3.74"W x 1.46"H
Brand Noctua
Power Connector Type 4-Pin
Voltage 12 Volts
Cooling Method Air
Compatible Devices Desktop
Noise Level 23.6 dB
Material Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
Maximum Rotational Speed 2500 RPM
Air Flow Capacity 57.5 CMPH

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  • Ultra-compact low-profile cooler with only 37mm total height – ideal for HTPCs, ITX and Small Form Factor builds
  • 100% compatibility RAM- and PCIe-compatibility due to 95x95mm footprint, does not overhang the RAM or PCIe slots
  • Highly optimised NF-A9x14 slim 92mm 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 LGA1150, LGA1151, LGA1155, LGA1156, LGA1200
  • Renowned Noctua quality backed up by 6-year manufacturer’s warranty, deluxe choice for Intel Core i7, i5 or i3 with moderate heat load (e.g. 11900, 11700, 11600, 10700, see compatibility list)
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The NH-L9i is a premium quality quiet CPU cooler for Intel LGA115x/1200 based HTPCs and Small Form Factor systems. At a super-low profile of only 37mm, the NH-L9i is ideal for extremely slim cases and due to its 95x95mm footprint, it provides full compatibility with tall RAM modules and VGA cards on mini-ITX mainboards. The custom designed SecuFirm2 mounting system for LGA115x/1200 makes installation a child’s play and thanks to the highly optimised NF-A9x14 premium fan that supports fully automatic speed control via PWM, the NH-L9i runs remarkably quiet. Topped off with Noctua’s renowned NT-H1 thermal compound, the NH-L9i fuses everything users have come to expect from Noctua’s larger coolers into a super-compact package for slim HTPC systems.

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37mm low profile

Due to the slim 23mm heatsink and the NF-A9x14 low profile fan that measures only 14mm in thickness, the NH-L9 stands a mere 37mm tall, which makes it ideal for use in compact HTPCs or Small Form Factor cases that offer minimum clearance for CPU coolers.

100% RAM compatibility

The NH-L9i has a 95x95mm footprint that complies exactly with the Intel LGA115x/1200 socket keep-out zone. This means that it won't cause issues with chipset coolers and doesn't overhang the RAM slots, so it's fully compatible with tall memory modules.

100% compatibility with PCIe cards on mini-ITX

Most Intel LGA115x/1200 based mini-ITX motherboards have the PCIe slot sitting right next to the 95x95mm socket zone. While larger coolers that exceed this zone are likely to block the PCIe slot, the 95x95xmm sized NH-L9i provides full compatibility with PCIe cards.

NF-A9x14 PWM premium fan

The highly optimised NF-A9x14 premium fan features Noctua's proprietary AAO frame as well as sophisticated aerodynamic design measures. Supporting PWM for fully automatic speed control, the NF-A9x14 allows the NH-L9i to stay remarkably quiet.

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Measurements
  • Height (without fan) 23 mm
  • Width (without fan) 95 mm
  • Depth (without fan) 95 mm
  • Height (with fan) 37 mm
  • Width (with fan) 95 mm
  • Depth (with fan) 95 mm
  • Weight (without fan) 320 g
  • Weight (with fan) 380 g
Material

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

Cooler Specifications

Scope of delivery

  • NF-A9x14 HS-PWM premium fan
  • NA-RC7 Low-Noise Adaptor (L.N.A)
  • NT-H1 high-grade thermal compound
  • SecuFirm2 mounting kit
  • Screws for 92x92x25mm fans
  • Noctua Metal Case-Badge

Fan compatibility

92x92x14mm, 92x92x25mm

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Please Note:

The NH-L9i 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 Ratings
4.74.7 out of 5 stars3,286
4.54.5 out of 5 stars200
4.44.4 out of 5 stars39
4.34.3 out of 5 stars44
4.34.3 out of 5 stars354
4.74.7 out of 5 stars64
Noise level
4.7
4.7
5.0
4.6
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4-Pin
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Desktop
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Desktop
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air flow capacity
57.5 cubic meters per hour
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42.58 cubic feet per minute
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max rotational speed
2500 rpm
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material
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
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Customers like the noise level, temperature and ease of installation of the electronic component fan. They mention that it runs very quietly, keeps the CPU cool and that the instructions are clear. They appreciate the fit, quality, appearance and performance. Opinions are mixed on the value.

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315 customers mention267 positive48 negative

Customers like the noise level of the computer cooling device. They mention that the fan runs very quietly, much more so than the stock Intel unit. Some say that the cooler is great and runs very smoothly in their high end HTPC build.

"...Pros:-Extremely low/no noise from fans-95x95 mm size allows for small dense mobos that have extrusions near the CPU...." Read more

"...The fan is already so quiet anyhow though, so I feel it is probably more often misused as an extender...." Read more

"...The fan is quiet and can ramp up quite well when needed...." Read more

"...profile cooler on the market, but the difference is this one is extremely quiet...." Read more

249 customers mention218 positive31 negative

Customers like the temperature of the computer cooling device. They say it's a great cooler, it keeps the CPU cool enough, and the thermals are better than ever. Some mention that the fan is slightly larger, and that it keeps temperatures below 40 degrees rather than 60 to 65. Overall, most are happy with the performance of the product.

"...at 95W. I constantly run Handbrake and play games, I do not have any over heating issues!..." Read more

"If you are building a small form factor computer, this is the best CPU cooler available...." Read more

"...I found this cooler and its great. Temps are back down in the 30s, the cooler is silent, and even better, the mounting hardware is all metal and..." Read more

"Excellent cooler, 100% compatability due to excellent design, the diagonals exactly match socket screws so it actually does not go over socket..." Read more

181 customers mention165 positive16 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the electronic component fan. For example, they mention it's very effective, quiet, and works well for temperature control. Some say it'll work well in a small case. Overall, most are happy with the product's performance.

"...-Good performance, putting this cooler on decreased my CPU temps by 2 to 5 degrees compared to the cheap one that came on my used mobo..." Read more

"...The Noctua NH-L9I is a phenomenal product. It squeezes better manufacturing and performance into a 95x95x37mm space than many other brand-name..." Read more

"...ITX motherboards will seem snug to many people, however the Noctua works very well...." Read more

"...Noctua fans and products are excellent, but you are going to pay for the excellence, while they are not overpriced for their quality, they are by..." Read more

170 customers mention157 positive13 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the computer cooling device. They mention that it is a great high-quality low-profile cooler, with well-engineered fans. They also say that it has proven to be an outstanding product, delivering reliable performance. Some say that the build quality is very good, and the installation was very simple. They say that this cooler is essential for small form factor builds, and wonderful for desktop use.

"...Cons:-Price is higher than other options, but this is a high quality cooler..." Read more

"...Noctua makes what I feel are the finest quality cooling products on the enthusiast-circuit today, and the NH-L9I just proves they can do amazing..." Read more

"...it comes to fan and cooler design, they make the best and most well engineered fans on the market...." Read more

"...it is apparently well built, has yielded a very stable system and allowed me to have a powerhouse full of features in a case smaller than my shoe..." Read more

145 customers mention123 positive22 negative

Customers like the fit of the computer cooling device. They mention it has plenty of clearance and is a perfect match for small, well ventilated cases. The -37mm height means it can fit in small cases with room to spare. Some say the syringe is more than adequate in size and it's a very respectable cooler for the size.

"...-37mm height means you can fit it in small cases and is really useful if you are designing/building your own case..." Read more

"...All the parts are separated and snugly fit into a rubber/foam material...." Read more

"...Lessons learned for the Q03 box:-I like the oversized, high quality PSU - allows the PSU to double as a chassis fan why remaining..." Read more

"...And best of all Noctua legendary fit and finish and presentation which if experienced ones most other things will feel cheap and unpleasant." Read more

138 customers mention107 positive31 negative

Customers find the installation process of the computer cooling device straightforward, and mention that it includes clear instructions. They also say the cooler is well-packaged and ready to go.

"...What I liked the most is that there is NO pain in the ass rear mounting plate...." Read more

"...The Noctua fit like a glove. Ultimately the system went together quite well, easier than i had hoped after seeing the Q03 case...." Read more

"...Additionally it comes with top quality thermal paste in a tube, not preapplied, it is enough for seceral repastes so youll never need to buy more..." Read more

"The fan assembly mounting is a bit awkward:(1) Apply heat compound to CPU(2) Set fan assembly on CPU..." Read more

72 customers mention55 positive17 negative

Customers like the appearance of the computer cooling device. For example, they mention it's sleek, well designed, and premium looking. Some say the box is luxurious and matches their Noctua case fans. Overall, most are satisfied with the product's appearance and performance.

"...This is meticulous attention to detail at it's finest...." Read more

"Excellent cooler, 100% compatability due to excellent design, the diagonals exactly match socket screws so it actually does not go over socket..." Read more

"This fan finish is very professional and looks beautiful. I use and buy computers over decades. This time I build my own computer...." Read more

"...There is no nice way to put it, Noctua fans have the worse color scheme out of any fan I have ever seen...." Read more

57 customers mention32 positive25 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the computer cooling device. Some mention it's quiet, exceptional quality, and well worth the price. However, others say it' a bit overpriced and fits a specific need when limited by space.

"...It's a bit $$ but totally worth the cost. These guys know what the heck they are doing." Read more

"...the bottom of the cooler, which interfaces directly with the CPU, is terrible!..." Read more

"It was little price but worth it! Its very quiet. It is also very attractive...." Read more

"...All that u can say it’s I recommend this affordable and really good item." Read more

Small Package With Quiet Cooling
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Small Package With Quiet Cooling
I was building a custom NAS, I purchased a used mini ITX mobo. The fan that came with it worked, however it was extremely loud and I had to quiet it down. From my previous experience I knew I had to replace the drive caddy fan and the CPU cooler fan with Noctua versions. I was impressed with the massive change in the sound of the NAS currently. The loudest noises now come from the hard drives!I am currently using this to cool an i7-4790 that is generally running near idle unless I am running VMs. The fans barely move and yet the temperature never goes above 30°C.Pros:-Extremely low/no noise from fans-95x95 mm size allows for small dense mobos that have extrusions near the CPU.-37mm height means you can fit it in small cases and is really useful if you are designing/building your own case-Noise conscious; the fan has rubber feet, the fan is properly balanced, the fans have aero features to help limit noise-LNA cable if you really want it to be quiet, in multiple builds I have yet to find a need for this though-Good performance, putting this cooler on decreased my CPU temps by 2 to 5 degrees compared to the cheap one that came on my used moboCons:-Price is higher than other options, but this is a high quality cooler-The fan does bring in air from the top, which may make some use cases finickyOverall: I would recommend this cooler if you are in need of a low profile silent solution to keeping your temperatures in check.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Small Package With Quiet Cooling
Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2023
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I was building a custom NAS, I purchased a used mini ITX mobo. The fan that came with it worked, however it was extremely loud and I had to quiet it down. From my previous experience I knew I had to replace the drive caddy fan and the CPU cooler fan with Noctua versions. I was impressed with the massive change in the sound of the NAS currently. The loudest noises now come from the hard drives!

I am currently using this to cool an i7-4790 that is generally running near idle unless I am running VMs. The fans barely move and yet the temperature never goes above 30°C.

Pros:
-Extremely low/no noise from fans
-95x95 mm size allows for small dense mobos that have extrusions near the CPU.
-37mm height means you can fit it in small cases and is really useful if you are designing/building your own case
-Noise conscious; the fan has rubber feet, the fan is properly balanced, the fans have aero features to help limit noise
-LNA cable if you really want it to be quiet, in multiple builds I have yet to find a need for this though
-Good performance, putting this cooler on decreased my CPU temps by 2 to 5 degrees compared to the cheap one that came on my used mobo

Cons:
-Price is higher than other options, but this is a high quality cooler
-The fan does bring in air from the top, which may make some use cases finicky

Overall: I would recommend this cooler if you are in need of a low profile silent solution to keeping your temperatures in check.
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GeneralWAS
5.0 out of 5 stars Small Package With Quiet Cooling
Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2023
I was building a custom NAS, I purchased a used mini ITX mobo. The fan that came with it worked, however it was extremely loud and I had to quiet it down. From my previous experience I knew I had to replace the drive caddy fan and the CPU cooler fan with Noctua versions. I was impressed with the massive change in the sound of the NAS currently. The loudest noises now come from the hard drives!

I am currently using this to cool an i7-4790 that is generally running near idle unless I am running VMs. The fans barely move and yet the temperature never goes above 30°C.

Pros:
-Extremely low/no noise from fans
-95x95 mm size allows for small dense mobos that have extrusions near the CPU.
-37mm height means you can fit it in small cases and is really useful if you are designing/building your own case
-Noise conscious; the fan has rubber feet, the fan is properly balanced, the fans have aero features to help limit noise
-LNA cable if you really want it to be quiet, in multiple builds I have yet to find a need for this though
-Good performance, putting this cooler on decreased my CPU temps by 2 to 5 degrees compared to the cheap one that came on my used mobo

Cons:
-Price is higher than other options, but this is a high quality cooler
-The fan does bring in air from the top, which may make some use cases finicky

Overall: I would recommend this cooler if you are in need of a low profile silent solution to keeping your temperatures in check.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Another exceptional product from Noctua; a low-profile piece of art
Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2014
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Wow... The quality of this product is apparent at the moment of unboxing. This is meticulous attention to detail at it's finest. I am not acquainted with Noctua's customer support, but I imagine this is one of those companies which prides itself on over-delivering there as well.

The box contains the 95mm by 95mm heat-sink with the fan attached, proudly displayed at center in very secure packaging. You will notice, quickly, the folded note in the lid of the box. The note is from the Noctua CEO, and it unfolds into the instructions. A nice touch. Also contained therein are four quality mounting-bolts; a metal square-inch case sticker; a four-inch "Low-Noise Adaptor (L.N.A.)" cable; and a 1.4mL tube of Noctua's own NT-H1 thermal compound, which would run you another ~$6 on it's own. There is also a pack of four elongated screws, provided as an option for those looking to replace the included fan with a 92x92x25mm, higher-performance version.

The heat-sink and fan combine to create a very solid unit. It is minor details such as the rubber pads at the eight corners of the fan, reducing vibrations, which enable this product to stand out among it's competitors. The tooling of the heat-sink itself is superb, and even the wrappings on the 4-pin cable exude excellence. The L.N.A. cable is equally well-crafted, and while I cannot speak for the quality of the thermal paste myself, the general consensus on Amazon tends to be laudable.

The 95x95x37mm design allowed me to squeeze this into a tightly-wired super-micro case, which I have fabricated as a custom blade-system for two independent mini itx boards. It isn't even fair to say it was a tight squeeze, as despite the small area to work with -- approximately 102mm x 122mm x 78mm -- it only stands 37mm tall, so has plenty of clearance. I found the included L.N.A. cable to be unnecessary, but if you find yourself in a situation where you could afford a few degrees for a bit less noise, it would be the part for the job. The fan is already so quiet anyhow though, so I feel it is probably more often misused as an extender.

While I am building/fabricating this dual-chassis mostly as a personal project (experiment?), I have had to sacrifice nearly all of the design aspects in the rack-mount case which contribute to proper airflow. Gone is the array of deafening aircraft turbines that attempted to present themselves as commercial fans, albeit poorly; instead replaced with more subtle cooling techniques. The Noctua NH-L9I has proven to be a key component in that design.

How does it perform though?

Quite well, in fact. Closed in the super micro case, which has been segmented into two air-tight halves, it does not seem to go above 68 to 70 degrees celsius at the absolute highest for an Intel i7 4770. A similar build of mine in a larger case with a Corsair H70 runs at about 58 to 65 degrees celsius under load, so it is doing a respectable job. I let it idle in a game overnight with my switched PCI cooler off, and the logs say it never went above 72 degrees celsius. This is under entirely non-ideal circumstances, akin to a multiple-fan-failure, so an additional 2 degrees celsius over previously-recorded heights is frankly impressive. If you are not confined to the 37mm of vertical clearance within which this fits, swapping the 14mm NF-A9x14 fan for a 25mm replacement is something to consider. It is honestly not necessary from what I can tell; though we shall see if the so far exceptional cooling ability stands up to heavy use.

Verdict:

The Noctua NH-L9I is a phenomenal product. It squeezes better manufacturing and performance into a 95x95x37mm space than many other brand-name products can accomplish with 120+ millimeter tower-sinks. Perhaps the best testament to my satisfaction with this product is this simple fact: just 24 hours after receiving this product, the morning after the "stress-test," I purchased a second for the other half of the super micro chassis. Noctua makes what I feel are the finest quality cooling products on the enthusiast-circuit today, and the NH-L9I just proves they can do amazing things with tiny spaces; the latter of which are becoming more commonplace these days.
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Bacon
5.0 out of 5 stars Bought this for a "Gigabyte H77N-wifi"
Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2014
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First comment, this cooler kicks-ass!! I installed it into a "Cooler Master Elite 120 Advanced - Mini-ITX". The fit to most ITX motherboards will seem snug to many people, however the Noctua works very well. People who are new to the ITX world are going to have to get accustomed to a new way of doing computer builds. The Noctua does come very close to many parts on the mobo, however, that is a choice one has no control over if one wants to install a top of the line Processor with a High End video card,high end RAM and plans on having a proper power supply run it all inside an ITX container.

I was thoroughly impressed with how well the product was shipped. All the parts are separated and snugly fit into a rubber/foam material. It also comes with a tube of thermal paste (The heatsink does not have any pre-applied thermal, awesome). This allows you to do a "dry" install to make sure the fan will fit properly for your motherboard. The ease of install is 10 out of 10. YES, It requires having access to the bottom of the mobo (like a proper heatsink does). What I liked the most is that there is NO pain in the ass rear mounting plate. You simply bring the screws up from the bottom and twist them into the heatsink.
The fan is quiet and can ramp up quite well when needed.
I have an Intel i5-2500K rated at 95W. I constantly run Handbrake and play games, I do not have any over heating issues!

-Cons: The product was delayed in its shipping. However, Amazon did refund the shipping fee and the product was in perfect condition upon arrival.

Great product so far!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Sehr hochwertig & leise, Top.
Reviewed in Germany on August 27, 2023
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Ich habe diesen Kühler für meinen kleinen ASRock DeskMini-PC mit Intel i5-9500 gekauft. Vorher hatte ich dort nur so einen 15€ Billigkühler, da damals bei Anschaffung möglichst wenig Geld ausgeben wollte... aber ständig hatte ich laute Lüftergeräusche und die Temperatur stieg bei einfachsten Aufgaben bis zu 80° und höher...
Jetzt mit dem neuen Noctua Lüfter sind diese Probleme Vergangenheit.
Der Lüfter ist superleise, im Normalbetrieb quasi nicht zu hören und dennoch erreicht die CPU gerade mal 40° bei z.B. schauen von Twitch und NICHT so wie vorher über 75° beim Schauen von Twitch...
Die Montage war sehr leicht und alles wird mitgeliefert, Schrauben, Wärmeleitpaste, ein Adapterkabel, Anleitung, sogar einen kleinen hochwertigen Metallaufkleber von Noctua, den man an das PC Gehäuse kleben kann. 😄
Kann ich wirklich nur weitempfehlen.
Und jetzt weiß ich, lieber 50€ für diesen hochwertigen Noctua-Kühler ausgeben und dafür ein perfektes Ergebnis haben, anstatt so wie ich damals 15€ für irgendeinen Schrott der nur Probleme macht.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Lo use en una Alienware X51 R3
Reviewed in Mexico on January 4, 2021
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Después de buscar por todas partes este Cooler fue la mejor opción para mantener buenas temperaturas en la X51 R3, después de que el cooler original se rompiera pude conseguir este Noctua siendo la mejor opción des pues de tantas pruebas, mantiene temperaturas bajas, no es ruidoso y es muy pequeño.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Voortreffelijk!
Reviewed in the Netherlands on April 23, 2021
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Absoluut 5 sterren. Ik kocht een desktop-PC met een standaard Intel CPU-cooler. Het geluidsniveau bleef me irriteren. (Volgens de verkoper stoort bijna niemand zich daaraan - ik dus wel!) Als leek deze Noctua-cooler gekocht en geïnstalleerd. Ging prima, je moet wel onder het moederbord kunnen komen om de schroeven te bevestigen. Het resultaat mag er zijn; wat een rust!
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