11 best 1151 cpu cooler

Product description

Cooler Master, an industry leading chassis, thermal solution, peripheral, and accessory manufacturer, signals the rebirth of a household name in computing, the Hyper 212 EVO CPU Cooler. It comes packed with an improved tower fin design, heat pipe layout, and upgraded fans and fan brackets that provide an even more extreme value for end users of all types. Dents are created when the heat pipes are sealed. The cut and seal is not a damage, after the heat pipe is full, machine will crimp it. Fan Speed: 600-2000 RPM (PWM) ± 10%, 600-1600 RPM (PWM) ± 10% (EU Version).

• Air flow: 82.9 CFM; Noise level: 36.0 decibels
• Fan dimensions:120 x 120 x 25 millimeter (4.7 x 4.7 x 1 inches)
• Heat sink dimensions: 116 x 51 x 159 millimeter (4.6 x 2 x 6.2 inch)

User questions & answers

Question:	AM4 support
Answer:	Hello Mark, Yes, the 212 Black edition does have support the AM4 right out of the box. CM-PNguyen
Question:	Will this fit a AM3+ motherboard
Answer:	Here is a video of my AM3+ motherboard with this fan inside https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rM34Jzi-6fg and here is a a video on the Noise Level https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTQ2dlrpEHI
Question:	Do you add thermal compound
Answer:	Hello, Yes you would apply thermal compound. There is a small tube included with the unit. CM-PNguyen
Question:	noise
Answer:	Much quieter than a dvd rom spinning up.. Only noise is when I’m playing a severely demanding cpu game. Even then it’s barely noticeable at 2500rpm

Product features

Hyper 212 EVO

The Hyper 212 EVO cooling systems are designed and optimized to provide the best user experience and cooling potential for a new generation of processors. The Hyper 212 EVO now features four Cooler Master patented Continuous Direct Contact (CDC) heat pipes that are tightly packed into a flat array on the CPU Cooler base. This acts as a virtual vapor chamber that dissipates a large amount of heat. The aluminum fin structure has been optimized to provide the perfect performance balance.

Product description

be quiet! Pure Rock slim is particularly applicable to compact and quiet multimedia and graphics systems. Among the features that give it such an excellent price-to-performance ratio are:



High 120W TDP cooling efficiency

full configuration of RAM Memory banks in PC cases with limited space

three high-performance 6mm heat pipes with aluminum caps

a silence-optimized, seven blade 92mm be quiet! fan

pwm variable speed operation to help balance cooling and quietness

compact design for easier and more convenient installation

brushed aluminum finish

3-year manufacturer's warranty

product conception, design and quality control in germany



for famous be quiet! low noise operation (Max. 25.4Db(a)) and cooling performance at entry level pricing, pure Rock slim is clearly your CPU cooler choice.



▪ Intel: 1150/ 1151/ 1155/ 1156

▪ AMD: AM2 (+)/ AM3 (+)/ AM4/ FM1/ FM2 (+)

• A high 120W TDP cooling efficiency
• Full configuration of RAM Memory banks in PC cases with limited space
• Three high-performance 6mm heat pipes with aluminum caps
• Silence-optimized, seven Blade 92mm be quiet! fan (Max. 25.4Db(a))
• Pwm Variable speed operation to help balance cooling and quietness
• Intel: 1150/ 1151/ 1155/ 1156
• Amd: AM2 (+)/ AM3 (+)/ AM4/ FM1/ FM2 (+)

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this come with thermal paste
Answer:	It comes with some already applied, yes
Question:	This cooler include thermal paste
Answer:	The cooler does come with thermal paste reapplied. Be careful not to disturb it with the plastic casing included.
Question:	comes with thermal paste
Answer:	Paste is on the cooler plate spread evenly. I ran full load test on a Ryzen 5 3600 and the CPU never came close to being overheated.
Question:	Is this cooler compatible with AM
Answer:	Yes it is. The instructions are not the best. The fan exhausts vertically on the AM4. That irritates some people but heat rises so it works very well. I would buy again.

Product features

Slim and Compact Design

Thanks to its asymmetrical and compact construction Pure Rock Slim is the perfect choice for PC cases that have limited space. Notwithstanding it allows full configuration of RAM memory banks. For this reason, the cooler is compatible with a vast array of equipment and allows many possible installation configurations.

High Cooling Efficiency

Pure Rock Slim is aimed at the essential category of PC systems. With 120W TDP it offers an astonishingly high cooling capacity for this category.

High-Performance Heat Pipes

Pure Rock Slim is equipped with three heat pipes that have aluminum caps. This is the key to its great cooling performance, because they transport the heat to optimum locations on the cooling fins.

Silence-Optimized Operation

The seven-bladed silence-optimized 92mm be quiet! PWM fan with high-quality sleeve bearing facilitates the best balance between cooling performance and silent operation. The fan blades are airflow-optimized to reduce noise-generating turbulence.

Product description

Thermaltake UX100 a RGB lighting CPU cooler features 9-high Air flow blade, hydraulic bearing, and 16. 8 million colors of 15 a RGB LEDs that is ready to sync 5V RGB enabled motherboards from Asus, as rock, gigabyte and MSI. Switching the customized lighting effect easily and get the ultimate gaming experience. P/N : CL-P064-AL12SW-A COMPATIBILITY: Intel LGA 1156/1155/1151/1150/775 AMD AM4/FM2/FM1/AM3+/AM3/AM2+/AM2 DIMENSION: 122. 3 x 122. 3 x 66. 1 mm(L x W x H) HEATSINK MATERIAL: Aluminum Fins FAN DIMENSION: 120 x 120 x 25 mm(L x W x H) FAN QUANTITY: 1pcs FAN SPEED: 1800 RPM RATED VOLTAGE: 12V START VOLTAGE: 6. 0 V RATED CURRENT: 0. 35 A POWER INPUT: 4. 2 W AIR FLOW: 38. 82 CFM AIR PRESSURE: 1. 48 mm-H2O ACOUSTICAL NOISE: 26. 92 dBA LIFE TIME/FAN LIFE TIME: 30, 000 hours PIN CONNECT: 5V RGB header – 2Pin, 2510 - 3Pin COOLING POWER: 65 W WEIGHT: 410g.

• [Support 5V RGB sync enabled motherboards] - Sync with 5V RGB enabled motherboards from as US, ASROCK Gigabyte and MSI to customize lighting effect
• [Build-in ARGB LED] - 15 High lumen addressable LEDs with 16 8 million colors
• [High volume airflow Design] - 9 High air-flow Blade generate a large volume of air passing through the aluminum heatsink for steady air flow and cooling quality
• [Reliable hydraulic Bearing] - self-lubricated Bearing and friction-reducied substance lowers operation noise and enhance thermal efficiency
• [Universal Intel/AMD Socket] - hassle-free installation with all-in-one back plate to be compatible with all latest Intel and AMD CPU Sockets
• [Compatible Sockets] - Intel LGA 1156/1155/1151/1150/775 & AMD AM4/FM2/FM1/AM3+/AM3/AM2+/AM2
• 2 year

User questions & answers

Question:	Is it compatible with the Intel Pentium G
Answer:	yes but u might want a higher end fan with that cpu - jacked up ghz = jacked up heat.
Question:	Will this work for hp 500-070 and what temperature can it go up to
Answer:	70mm
Question:	Please confirm the product dimensions: 13.5 x 9.5 x 22.3 inches
Answer:	This cooler works with my cpu for 3.8Ghz FX 6300 six-core. I think you better get a AMD FX Heatsink CPU Cooling Fan for AMD FX 4100 3.6/3.8 GHz. it has copper core thick and good weight on it... the best conducts heat fromt the cpu. now only available in ebay. in my experience heatsink of the FX 4100 way better than a cooler of a price $50 or more. do not use the heatsink that came with the fx 8350 it is a piece of crap. you will find the truth after you put it on and try it for yourself.
Question:	Does this come with thermal paste already applied
Answer:	Hello,No, this cooler comes with pre-applied thermal grease on the bottom of the heatsink.Regards,PartsCollection

Product description

The legendary Air cooler is back. The Hyper 212 RGB Black edition is a no fuss get the best cooling air cooler. The aluminum top cover and nickel plated Jet black fins, give the Hyper 212 RGB Black edition a premium look. The sleek Jet black not only makes it look great, but, does increase cooling performance.

• Direct contact technology: 4 Heat Pipe with exclusive direct contact technology effectively provides excellent heat dissipation; Air flow: 57.3 CFM; Noise level: 26.0 decibels
• Precise air flow: Stacked fin array ensures least airflow resistance which allows cooler air flow into the heat sink
• RGB LED controller: The wired RGB LED controller allows for customizable colors and effects with just the touch of a button
• Smart Fan sensor for jam protection: Never worry about your cables getting snagged or components being mucked up ever again
• Snap and play: Intuitive fan bracket design makes upgrading and removing the fan a breeze
• CPU socket support: Intel: LGA2066, LGA2011-v3, LGA2011, LGA1151, LGA1150, LGA1156, LGA1155, LGA1366, AMD: AM4, AM3+, AM3, AM2+, AM2, FM2+, FM2, FM1

User questions & answers

Question:	AM4 support
Answer:	Hello Mark, Yes, the 212 Black edition does have support the AM4 right out of the box. CM-PNguyen
Question:	Will this fit a AM3+ motherboard
Answer:	Here is a video of my AM3+ motherboard with this fan inside https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rM34Jzi-6fg and here is a a video on the Noise Level https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTQ2dlrpEHI
Question:	Do you add thermal compound
Answer:	Hello, Yes you would apply thermal compound. There is a small tube included with the unit. CM-PNguyen
Question:	noise
Answer:	Much quieter than a dvd rom spinning up.. Only noise is when I’m playing a severely demanding cpu game. Even then it’s barely noticeable at 2500rpm

Product features

Hyper 212 RGB Black Edition

The legendary Hyper air cooler is back and better than before. The Hyper 212 RGB Black Edition offers better installation and great performance, easily one of the best air cooling solutions. Aluminum top cover and nickel plated jet black fins, give the Hyper 212 RGB Black Edition a premium aesthetic appeal. The sleek jet black not only makes it look great, but also increase cooling performance.

Direct Contact Technology

Our increases the surface area of the copper base while the 4 heatpipes efficiently dissipates heat away from the CPU.

Precise Air Flow

Stacked fin array ensure least airflow resistance which allows cooler air flow into the heat sink.

RGB LED Controller

The wired RGB LED Controller allows for customizable colors and effects with just the touch of a button.

Smart Fan Sensor for Jam Protection

Never worry about your cables getting snagged.

Product description

ARCTIC offers innovative solutions incessantly - changing impossible user requirements into new. Always focused on our customers, ARCTIC is devoted to deliver excellence through a strong dedication and a high sense of commitment. In light of the ever-changing consumer landscapes, we aspire to continue to expand and diversify our products and solutions. From computer cooling and peripherals to audio and digital home entertainment, we strive to enrich people's lives by creating innovative, user friendly yet affordable products with a great value of benefit. For us value for money is a key factor - a constant our customers rely on.

• COMPACT COOLING SOLUTION: The ARCTIC Alpine 12 CO is a compact cooling solution for Intel CPU Socket and compatible with 1156, 1155, 1151, 1150 and 1200
• DUAL BALL BEARING: Thanks to its dual ball bearing, the ARCTIC Alpine 12 CO is optimised for continuous operation
• IMPROVED COOLING: A new production process of the extruded radial heat sink improves cooling performance
• IMPROVED EFFICIENCY: With bearings of the highest quality and a newly developed engine, the fan is very silent, efficient and durable
• PRE-APPLIED MX-2 THERMAL PASTE: The pre-applied, high-performance MX-2 thermal compound ensures fast and clean installation

User questions & answers

Question:	How do you remove this once its installed? Do the screws unscrew
Answer:	Yes, you simply turn the four screws to unlock them and gently pull the fan off the CPU. (Remember, there was paste on the fan when you installed it)
Question:	will this work on my dell 3847 desktop
Answer:	It should. It depends on the processor/motherboard in your specific model but the Dell website says that the 3847 uses processors that fit the standard LGA 1150 or 1151socket. This cooler is designed to work with either.
Question:	Does the co fan work on a pc that doesn't run
Answer:	Have the Alpine 12 CO in my gaming build and it works great. Acts like any other fan, turns off with the computer and on when in use.
Question:	Is this a 4 or 3 pin fan connector
Answer:	It is a 4 pin fan. PWM fans are 4 pin.

Product features

Lower Power Consumption & Minimum Vibration

The Alpine 12 CO is powered by an updated motor and runs much more efficiently than its predecessors. These factors contribute towards saving energy, lowering the coil temperature and reducing vibrations to a minimum without compromising performance.

For Continuous Operation

The premium quality Japanese dual ball bearing allows continuous operation 24/7 without the slightest compromise in performance. Dust and high temperature are affecting this bearing a lot less than generic sleeve or one ball bearings and thus make it the perfect choice when reliability is essential.

Extended Life Span

A 10 °C lower motor temperature roughly doubles the life span of a fan. The ARCTIC motor has a four times longer service life through its low coil temperature.

Size & Weight

Lenght: 95 mm

Width: 95 mm

Height: 77 mm

Weight: 270 g

Product description

Cooler Master i50 CPU Cooler i50 is a newly designed air cooler that compatible with intel LGA 115X sockets.

60mm super thin design perfectly fits All-in-One systems or limited form factor cases.

Aluminum fins provide excellent heat dissipation.

92mm diameter fan with long life expectancy, durable materials, strong airflow, and low noise output.

Features:

Compatible Intel CPU Socket LGA 1150/1151/1155/1156

Recommended for TDP ≤ 77W

60mm Height For HTPC, All-in-one PC, 2U Server

3-pin Fan Connector with tachometer pin for motherboard BIOS with fan speed monitoring

Thermal Grease pre-pasted on heatsink

Specifications:

Support CPU Socket: Intel LGA 1156 / 1155 / 1151 / 1150

Overall Dimensions: 95 x 95 x 60 mm (3.7 x 3.7 x 2.4 inch)

Overall Weight: 279g / 0.61 lb Heat Sink:

Heat Sink Dimensions: 95 x 95 x 35 mm (3.7 x 3.7 x 1.4 inch)

Heat Sink Material: Aluminum Extrusion

Fan:

Fan Dimensions: 92 x 92 x 25 mm (3.7 x 3.7 x 1 inch)

Fan Speed: 2000RPM±10%

Fan Air Flow: 34 CFM ± 10%

Fan Air Pressure: 1.58 mm H2O ± 10%

Fan Life Expectancy: 40,000 hours (>4 years constant use)

MTTF: 280,000 hours

Fan Noise Level: 28 dBA

Bearing Type: Rifle Bearing

Power Connector: 3-Pin

Fan Rated Voltage: 12VDC

Fan Rated Current: 0.17A

Power Consumption: 2.04W

Package and Contents:

1 x Cooling Fan

1 x Mounting Backplate

Installation Instruction printed on Retail Box

Item in retail packaging

Ship in well protected packing

• Recommended for TDP = 77W 60mm Height For HTPC, All-in-one PC, 2U Server
• Compatible Intel CPU Socket LGA 1150/1151/1155/1156 Noise:28dBA, 2000 RPM, 34 CFM
• Thermal Grease pre-pasted on heatsink
• Heat Sink Dimensions: 95 x 95 x 35 mm (3.7 x 3.7 x 1.4 inch) Heat Sink Material: Aluminum Extrusion
• Fan Dimensions: 92 x 92 x 25 mm (3.7 x 3.7 x 1 inch) Fan Speed: 2000RPM±10% Fan Air Flow: 34 CFM ± 10% Fan Air Pressure: 1.58 mm H2O ± 10%

User questions & answers

Question:	So to be clear, does this 3pin + 1pin tachometer = 4pin pwm
Answer:	Hi，the i70C is 3pin + 1pin tachometer = 4pin pwm, i70 is 3pin.thanks
Question:	is there a way to turn the LED off
Answer:	Only uses a pin power connection, don't think lights can be turned off. Maybe if you download Corsair's RGB program to change it to black or something soo dim or completely off.
Question:	Description says 3pin + 1 tachometer pin, so to be clear this is a 4 pin pwm, correct
Answer:	i70c is 3-pin + 1 tachometer pin(4-pin pwm), i70 is 3-pin.
Question:	Thermal Paste Pre-apllied
Answer:	yes but it doesnt matter,you should have some on hand in case you ever need it.It can be applied with a cotton swab,no paddle needed

Product description

The Gravity i2 from Thermaltake, provides a simple solution, optimized for low power processors. Designed for proper clearance and easy installation, the 92mm fan delivers better cooling performance, with low noise, over standard cooling solutions. Supporting LGA 1150/1155/1156 socket types and 7 blades for better cooling performance, the Gravity i2 offers a perfect ratio of compact size and cooling performance.

• Low Profile Design
• Optimized for low power CPU's
• 7-Bladed Low Noise Fan
• Quick and Easy Installation
• 2 Year Warranty by Manufacture

User questions & answers

Question:	Do i need there backplate ? my stock intel cooler is screw in too can i use that will it fit? btw its a dell mobo
Answer:	Comes with a backplate
Question:	Does this work with lga 1200? (msi b460m-a pro
Answer:	Yes, the LGA 1200 is compatible with LGA 115x CPU coolers.
Question:	does it fit a z87-g41 mobo
Answer:	Yes it supports LGA-1150.
Question:	Do I have to remove the whole motherboard to install backplate
Answer:	I was installing new with MB not mounted yet. It would depend on the case, but yes the plate the fan mounts to is on the back side of the MB.

Product features

Thermaltake Gravity i2 95W Intel LGA 1156/1155/1150/1151 92mm CPU Cooler CLP0556-D

Thermaltake Gravity i2:

Gravity i2 is a simple low-profile CPU cooler with a compact size 92mm fan in 7-bladed design; aluminum extrusion heatsink can dissipate heat up to 95W. Optimized solution for low power processors. Gravity i2 supports Intel Socket LGA 1150/1155/1156.

Aluminum Extrusion Design:

Low-profile Gravity i2 has a perfect ratio aluminum extrusion heatsink for better heat dissipation up to 95W.

Compact Size Fan:

7-bladed 92mm fan fan provides better cooling performance with low noise. Quick and easy installation.

• The product is equipped with a 9cm LED silent fan, which kills similar products. The performance improvement brought by the large fan is needless to say, and the blue LED design makes the fan much more stand out.
• Even it‘s an entry-level heat pipe product, the A30 is equipped with a large heat dissipation fin set with a 43x86mm heat dissipation area, making its overall heat dissipation area about 1.5 times that of the same product
• A30 uses the fin scale shape prepared by the Antec air-cooled radiator, which has a more stable shape and able to strengthen the strength and hardness of the scales.
• It equipped with two 6mm high-efficency heat pipes, using 'Fin' to achieve good contact with the fins, so that the heat pipe is quickly transfer into the main body of the heat sink to achieve better cooling
• A30 uses an easy-install bilateral snap-on buckle. This buckle is easily installed on AMD's full range of platforms.it also achieve a non-detachable motherboard on the Intel platform. Installation, making installation easier and faster

User questions & answers

Question:	is this better than an intel stock cooler? If so is it alot or alittle
Answer:	If you are asking about the standard cooler used on an Intel LGA 775/1150 the answer is Yes, because it moves more air and is much larger. It also move the air into the large exit fan in the back of my case which also helps.
Question:	does it block the cpu release handle
Answer:	Yes, it does on mine. This CPU cooler is not huge as some are, but it, like most, will cover about a 1/4" around the CPU.
Question:	Does this come with thermal paste
Answer:	Yes it does. However, I purchased a major brand paste to reset my old fan before purchasing the Antec CPS Cooler. The old fan did not work any better with new paste so I purchased of the Antec CPU Cooler. I should have done it a long time ago. It runs quit and real dropped the CPU running temperature.

• Compact dual-tower design combines strong cooling performance with excellent case-, RAM- and PCIe-compatibility
• Only 110mm height is ideal for HTPCs, ITX, Small Form Factor or 3U builds; Does not overhang the RAM or PCIe slots on most current motherboards
• Highly optimised NF-A9 92mm fan with PWM support and Low-Noise Adaptor for automatic speed control and ultra-quiet operation
• Easy-to-install SecuFirm2 multi-socket mounting system for Intel LGA1200, LGA1150, LGA1151, LGA1155, LGA1156, LGA2011, LGA2066 & AMD AM2(+), AM3(+) FM1, FM2(+) AM4
• Includes award-winning NT-H1 thermal compound.Trusted Noctua quality backed up by 6-year manufacturer’s warranty

User questions & answers

Question:	my trusted nh d15s is too big for me, would this be a good replacement? thanks
Answer:	GB-BRI7H-8550 if it has an "H" after the i7 (or the i5) it should support the 2.5 inch hard drive
Question:	Do you have to remove the motherboard to install this on an LGA
Answer:	Yes you are able to add an M.2 and a 2.5" SSD at the same time.
Question:	Will this work with any am3+ socket? i see it says backplate required what does that mean? and will this fit in most towers
Answer:	Ubuntu worked fine out of the box. No issues.
Question:	Does this come with thermal compound
Answer:	Yes

Product features

Low-profile tower design with 3U compatibility

While most low-profile coolers blow air towards the motherboard, the NH-D9L is a tower style cooler that blows parallel to the mainboard, which allows for superior airflow efficiency in cases with front intake and rear exhaust fans that create an airflow path parallel to the mainboard. The NH-D9L's reduced height of 110mm also allows it to fit 3U chassis. This makes it ideal for noise-sensitive 3U applications in fields such as audio or video processing.

100% RAM compatibility

With its 95x95mm footprint, the NH-D9L does not overhang the RAM slots on current Intel and most AMD mainboards. This gives the user full access to the memory modules and ensures 100% compatibility with tall heatspreaders or optional memory fans.

100% compatibility with PCIe cards on mini-ITX

With its 95x95mm footprint, the NH-D9L does not overhang the RAM slots on current Intel and most AMD mainboards. This gives the user full access to the memory modules and ensures 100% compatibility with tall heatspreaders or optional memory fans.

NF-A9 premium fan

The highly optimised features Noctua's proprietary AAO frame as well as sophisticated aerodynamic design measures such as Flow Acceleration Channels, which allows it to further improve the renowned efficiency of Noctua's previous 92mm models and contributes to the NH-D9DX i4' superior cooling performance.

Cooler Specifications

• NF-A9 PWM premium fan
• Low-Noise Adaptor (L.N.A.)
• NT-H1 high-grade thermal compound
• SecuFirm2 Mounting Kit
• Fan-clips for second NF-A9
• Noctua Metal Case-Badge

Fan compatibility

92x92x25

• White top cover and white LED CPU fan matches with any white themed builds.
• Direct-contact heat pipes - Ø6mm × 4pcs
• 120mm PWM low-noise white LED Fan, ≤27.8 dB(A)
• Easy to Install Mounting System - Intel LGA 1200/115X/1366, AMD AM4/AM3(+)/AM2(+)/FM2(+)/FM1
• Compact Size - Heatsink Dimensions 127×50×155mm

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this come with thermal paste
Answer:	Yes

• 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. 10700, 10600, 10500, 10320, see compatibility list)

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this fit in a mini itx case???? Does anyone recommend this over a water cooling?? How cool does it make your cpu w/out overclocking
Answer:	This is designed to fit in small cases, like mITX. So yes, it will fit. I can't think of a case this won't fit. Now, you're talking about water cooling. Water cooling is going to cool FAR better than this cooler ever will. This cooler will always be a compromise and the only reason to use it would be because you don't have the space for a better one. As long as your processor uses under 65 watts it will be fine. So, the current i3 or i5. Iy you're using an i7, do NOT use this cooler. You'll have to check for an AMD.
Question:	Will this fit in a mini-stx case such as the silverstone vt
Answer:	There is no issue with the size of the cooler itself. Silverstone's VT02 is able to fit a cooler up to 46mm tall, and the NH-L9i stands at about 37mm. However, there could potentially be a compatibility issue with the motherboard as some of its components (capacitors, rear IO, etc.) could prevent the cooler from being installed properly. Some mini- and micro-STX boards are designed primarily with small circular coolers like Intel's stock solution in mind. Keep this in mind.
Question:	Can I use liquid metal for this cooler
Answer:	I wouldn't. Liquid Metal is for de-lidding and replaces the questionable TIM Intel uses between the CPU core and the lid, not between the lid and a heatsink.
Question:	Does anyone know if this or the full sized one is quieter? I'm not going to overclock and all I want is a near silent computer
Answer:	any cooler noctua makes is quiet - i had that cooler and it left me slightly under-whelmed, and i was thinking it'd be a much better cooler with 4 heatpipes, vs the two it comes with. About 2 weeks later they released the same cooler, slightly taller, with 4 heatpipes - i'd suggest going with that one, fwiw

Product features

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 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 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.

Cooler Specifications

• NF-A9x14 PWM premium fan
• 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