- Model: NH-L12S
NH-L12S
Successor to the award-winning 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, Noctua’s proven NT-H1 thermal
compound and a full 6-year manufacturer’s warranty, the NH-L12S is a
premium-quality low-profile solution for the highest demands.
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. Please consult our CPU compatibility list to
find out whether the NH-L12 is recommended for your CPU.
Based on the award-winning NH-L12
Having received more than 200 awards and recommendations
from leading international hardware websites and magazines, the NH-L12 has
become an established reference for low-profile 120mm top-flow coolers.
Equipped with the new NF-A12x15 fan, the new S-version provides more
flexibility and improved performance in low-profile mode.
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.
120x25mm fan support
The fan clips supplied with the NH-L12S work not only with
the slim NF-A12x15 fan but also with 25mm thick 120mm fans. Users who have
extra room inside their cases can thus boost the cooler’s performance by using
a standard 120x25mm fan on top (increases total height to 95mm).
SecuFirm2™ mounting system
Noctua's SecuFirm2™ mounting systems have become synonymous
with quality, safety and ease of use. Supporting Intel LGA1200,
LGA115x (LGA1150, LGA1151, LGA1155, LGA1156), LGA2011 (LGA2011-0 & LGA2011-3),
LGA2066 and AMD (AM2, AM2+, AM3, AM3+, AM4, FM1, FM2, FM2+), the SecuFirm2™
mounting included with the NH-L12S guarantees perfect contact pressure and
maximum convenience on all current sockets.
Compatibility with past and future sockets
Complying with the open SecuFirm™ standard, the cooler can
be made compatible with the older LGA1366 and LGA775 sockets using the optional
NM-I3 mounting kit, which is provided by Noctua free of charge. If technically
possible, Noctua will also provide upgrade kits for future sockets.
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.
6-year manufacturer’s warranty
Noctua products are renowned for their impeccable quality and outstanding longevity. Like all Noctua fans, the supplied NF-A12x15 features an MTTF rating of more than 150,000 hours and the entire NH-L12S package comes with a full 6-year manufacturer’s warranty.
Specification |
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Socket compatibility |
Intel LGA1700 (included since Q4 2021, older coolers require NM-i17xx-MP78), LGA1200, LGA1156, LGA1155, LGA1151, LGA1150, LGA2066, LGA2011-0 & LGA2011-3 (Square ILM) & AMD AM4, AM5 |
Height (without fan) |
70 mm |
Width (without fan) |
128 mm |
Depth (without fan) |
146 mm |
Weight (without fan) |
390 g |
Height (with fan) |
70 mm |
Width (with fan) |
128 mm |
Depth (with fan) |
146 mm |
Weight (with fan) |
520 g |
Material |
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins),
soldered joints & nickel plating |
Max. TDP |
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Fan compatibility |
120x120x15 & 120x120x25 |
Scope of delivery |
1x NF-A12x15 PWM premium fan Low-Noise Adaptor (L.N.A.) NT-H1 high-grade thermal compound SecuFirm2™ mounting kit Noctua metal case-badge |
FAN Specification |
Model : 1x Noctua NF-A12x15 PWM Bearing : SSO2 Max. rotational speed (+/- 10%) : 1850 RPM Max. rotational speed with L.N.A. (+/- 10%) : 1400 RPM Min. rotational speed (PWM, +/-20%) : 450 RPM Max. airflow : 94,2 m³/h Max. airflow with L.N.A. : 70,8 m³/h Max. acoustical noise : 23,9 dB(A) Max. acoustical noise with L.N.A. : 16,8 dB(A) Input power : 1,56 W Voltage range : 12 V MTTF : > 150.000 h |
Warranty |
6 Years |
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. Please consult
our CPU compatibility
list to find out whether the NH-L12 is recommended for your CPU. Price, feature and specifications
are subject to change without notice. |