The Noctua NH-D12L CPU cooler has exceeded my expectations in every aspect, earning it a well-deserved five-star rating. From installation to performance, this cooler has proven itself as a top-tier choice for anyone looking to optimize their CPU cooling solution.
Installation was a breeze, thanks to the well-thought-out design and clear instructions. The build quality is exceptional C the heatsink and fans exude durability and precision craftsmanship. The compact size of the NH-D12L makes it an excellent fit for a variety of PC setups, even in cases with limited space.
But where this cooler truly shines is in its cooling performance. The dual-fan setup efficiently dissipates heat, keeping my CPU temperatures consistently low, even under heavy workloads and gaming sessions. The whisper-quiet operation of the fans is a testament to Noctua's commitment to noise reduction without compromising performance.
Additionally, the NH-D12L's compatibility with various CPU sockets adds to its versatility, making it a future-proof investment. Noctua's reputation for quality and reliability is well-reflected in this CPU cooler, and it has become an integral part of my system.
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Product Description
The NH-D12L is a low-height 120mm class CPU cooler that has been conceived to combine outstanding quiet cooling performance with superior case compatibility. At a height of only 145mm (13mm lower than Noctuas regular 120mm models), it fits many 4U enclosures as well as narrower tower cases that have been previously limited to solutions with 92mm fans. At the same time, its five heatpipe dual-tower design and state-of-the-art NF-A12x25r 120mm fan allow it to achieve a level of efficiency that surpasses many full-height 120mm models. Thanks to its single fan configuration and asymmetrical fin stacks, the NH-D12L provides 100% RAM compatibility on AMD AM4/AM5 and LGA1700/1200 by staying clear of the memory slots. Topped off with the renowned SecuFirm2 mounting system and Noctuas award-winning NT-H1 thermal compound, the NH-D12L is the perfect choice for applications that require serious cooling performance but cannot fit the larger NH-U12A.
145mm height for broader case compatibility
While Noctuas regular 120mm CPU coolers stand 158mm tall, the NH-D12L measures only 145mm. This allows it to fit not only a wide range of 4U rackmount server cases and many tower-style enclosures that are not wide enough for 158mm units, but also some larger Small Form Factor (SFF) and Mini-ITX chassis.
100% RAM compatibility on LGA1851/LGA1700 and AM4/AM5
Due to its asymmetric design, the NH-D12L does not overhang the RAM slots on Intel LGA1851/LGA1700/LGA1200 /LGA115x and AMD AM4/AM5 based motherboards, which ensures easy access to the modules and 100% compatibility with DIMMs that feature tall heat-spreaders or RGB lighting.
Round-frame NF-A12x25r PWM fan
Introduced in 2018, Noctuas NF-A12x25 is widely considered to be the best 120mm fan on the market. The round-frame variant used on the NH-D12L provides the same renowned quiet cooling performance yet makes it possible to reduce overall cooler height without risking compatibility issues with tall motherboard heatsinks or shrouds.
Dual-fan options
The NH-D12L ships with a second pair of fan clips that can be used to install a second NF-A12x25r PWM fan either on the front or on the rear fin stack. However, it must be noted that the second fan will usually sit on top of either the RAM or I/O panel and thereby increase the total height beyond 145mm.
Measurements
- Height (without fan): 145mm
- Width (without fan): 125mm
- Depth (without fan): 113mm
- Height (with fan): 145mm
- Width (with fan): 125mm
- Depth (with fan): 113mm
- Weight (without fan): 700g
- Weight (with fan): 890g
Materials
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
Cooler Specifications
Scope of delivery
- NF-A12x25r PWM premium fan
- NA-RC14 Low-Noise Adaptor (L.N.A)
- NT-H1 high-grade thermal compound
- Fan-clips for second NF-A12x25r
- SecuFirm2 mounting kit
- Noctua Metal Case-Badge
Fan Compatibility
NF-A12x25r PWM (square-frame 120mm fans not supported)
More performance at lower height
Despite its reduced height, the NH-D12L easily outperforms 92mm coolers. It can even surpass renowned 120mm units such as the NH-U12S and often comes close to Noctuas award-winning 120mm flagship model NH-U12A.
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Amazing performance for the size!!
I'm currently using this cooler on my 5800X3D in an Fractal Nano ITX case. Due to the length of my GPU I could not run an AIO and my NH-D15 tower cooler was slightly too big to clear the PSU shroud. I came across the NH-D12L and it's worked perfectly. The included NF-A12x25r fan is fantastic. Quiet while still moving a lot of air. The temps stay under 79c running full synthetic benchmarks, in the mid 50's to low 60's when gaming, and are in the 30's and low 40's for general web browsing. I am running a -20mv offset all core which has helped keep the temps lower while letting the 5800X3d maintain it's full boost clock indefinitely in benchmarks. Even under full load the cooler is amazingly quiet. My computer is right next to me at ear level and it is barely audible under load. No need to use headphones. For those that can't fit the NH-D15, this is a great alternative and I absolutely recommend it.
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- Reviewed in Canada on December 11, 2022Verified Purchase
I'm currently using this cooler on my 5800X3D in an Fractal Nano ITX case.
Due to the length of my GPU I could not run an AIO and my NH-D15 tower cooler was slightly too big to clear the PSU shroud. I came across the NH-D12L and it's worked perfectly. The included NF-A12x25r fan is fantastic. Quiet while still moving a lot of air.
The temps stay under 79c running full synthetic benchmarks, in the mid 50's to low 60's when gaming, and are in the 30's and low 40's for general web browsing. I am running a -20mv offset all core which has helped keep the temps lower while letting the 5800X3d maintain it's full boost clock indefinitely in benchmarks.
Even under full load the cooler is amazingly quiet. My computer is right next to me at ear level and it is barely audible under load. No need to use headphones.
For those that can't fit the NH-D15, this is a great alternative and I absolutely recommend it.
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- Reviewed in Canada on January 30, 2024Verified Purchase
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