Noctua NH-U14S Ultra-Quiet Slim CPU Cooler with NF-A15 fan
Featuring a slimmer NH-U heatsink, these new coolers from Noctua are ideal if access to the system’s RAM is required. Even with two fans installed, access is still possible without any dismantling.
Features
- Award-winning NH-U series
- Full RAM compatibility on LGA2011 & LGA2066
- NF-A15 140mm PWM Fan
- Compatibility with past and future sockets
- Six year warranty
- NT-H1 thermal compound
- Compatible with most Intel and AMD sockets
Noctua’s latest coolers feature their classic U-series single tower CPU coolers which have received more than 400 awards and recommendations from the international press. The S-version’s 45mm slim shape guarantees 100% compatibility with tall RAM modules and at the same time, its fine-tuned design and the class-leading fans with PWM support provide fully automatic speed control allowing it to further improve its predecessor’s renowned quiet cooling performance. Topped off with the trusted, pro-grade SecuFirm2 multi-socket mounting system, Noctua’s proven NT-H1 thermal compound and a six years manufacturer’s warranty, these slim tower coolers are a complete premium quality solution that combines outstanding performance, quiet operation and excellent compatibility.
Award-winning tower series
The NH-U14S is the latest version of Noctua’s award-winning NH-U12 coolers. First introduced in 2005, the NH-U series has become a standard choice for premium quality quiet CPU coolers and has won more than 400 awards and recommendations from leading international hardware websites and magazines.
100% RAM compatibility
Thanks to its slim design with only 45mm fin depth, the coolers will not overhang the RAM slots even with two fans installed. This gives the user full access to the memory modules on all current CPU sockets and guarantees 100% compatibility with tall heatspreaders or optional memory fans.
Classic 120mm tower size for excellent overall compatibility
Standing 165mm tall the coolers are short enough to fit most modern mid-end or high-end tower cases. Measuring 125mm wide (including fan and fan clips), the coolers stay clear of the top PCIe slot on standard ATX or Micro-ATX motherboards, ensuring best compatibility with SLI and CrossFire setups.
Premium quality fans
Recommended by more than 150 hardware publications and thousands of enthusiasts world-wide, the Noctua’s premium quality fans are renowned to combine superb static pressure, excellent heatsink performance and surprising quietness of operation.
PWM support and Low-Noise Adaptor
Both fans supplied with the coolers support PWM for convenient automatic speed control through the mainboard. In addition, the maximum fan speed can be reduced using the supplied Low-Noise Adaptor for even quieter operation.
Anti-vibration pads and fan-clips for second fan (optional)
For users who want to achieve even better performance by adding a second optional NF-F12 and NF-A15, fans are available to create a push/pull setup. The coolers include fan clips and an extra set of custom-designed anti-vibration pads that allow to off-set the rear fan by 5mm to improve acoustics in dual-fan mode.
SecuFirm2 mounting system
Noctua’s SecuFirm2 mounting systems have become synonymous with quality, safety and ease of use. Supporting Intel LGA115x (LGA1150, LGA1155, LGA1156), LGA2011, LGA2066 and AMD (AM4, AM3+, AM2+, FM1, FM2), the SecuFirm2 mounting included with the coolers guarantees perfect contact pressure and maximum convenience on all current sockets.
Compatibility with past and future sockets
Complying with the open SecuFirm standard, the coolers 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
Having received more than 100 awards and recommendations from hardware journalists around the world, Noctua’s NT-H1 is a proven professional grade TIM solution that provides minimum thermal resistance, excellent ease of use and outstanding reliability.
6 years warranty
Noctua products are renowned for their impeccable quality and outstanding longevity. Like all Noctua fans, the supplied NF-F12 and NF-A15 feature an MTBF rating of more than 150,000 hours and the entire package comes with a full six years manufacturer’s warranty.
Specifications | NH-U14S |
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Socket compatibility | Intel LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1150, LGA1151, LGA1155, LGA1156, LGA2066 and AMD AM5, AM4 |
Installation Method | Intel and AMD - backplate, requires motherboard removal |
Maximum TDP | All |
Height (without fan) | 165 mm |
Width (without fan) | 150 mm |
Depth (without fan) | 52 mm |
Height (with fan) | 165 mm |
Width (with fan) | 150 mm |
Depth (with fan) | 78 mm |
Weight (without fan) | 770 g |
Weight (with fan) | 935 g |
Material | Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating |
Scope of Delivery | Low-Noise Adaptor (L.N.A.), NT-H1 high-grade thermal compound, SecuFirm2 Mounting Kit, Anti-vibration pads and fan-clips for second fan (optional), Noctua Metal Case-Badge |
Fan specifications | |
Model | Noctua NF-A15 PWM |
Bearing | SSO2 |
Max. Rotational Speed (±10%) | 1500 RPM |
Max. Rotational Speed with L.N.A. (±10%) | 1200 RPM |
Min. Rotational Speed (PWM) | 300 RPM |
Max. Airflow | 82.5 CFM |
Max. Airflow with L.N.A. | 67.9 CFM |
Max. Acoustical Noise | 24.6 dB(A) |
Max. Acoustical Noise with L.N.A. | 19.2 dB(A) |
Noise level (min) | 10 dBA |
Input Power | 1.56 W |
Voltage Range | 12 V |
MTBF | 150,000 hours |
RGB | No |
Warranty | 72 months |
EAN barcode | 4716123314950 |
Specifications | NH-U14S |
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Socket compatibility | Intel LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1150, LGA1151, LGA1155, LGA1156, LGA2066 and AMD AM5, AM4 |
Installation Method | Intel and AMD - backplate, requires motherboard removal |
Maximum TDP | All |
Height (without fan) | 165 mm |
Width (without fan) | 150 mm |
Depth (without fan) | 52 mm |
Height (with fan) | 165 mm |
Width (with fan) | 150 mm |
Depth (with fan) | 78 mm |
Weight (without fan) | 770 g |
Weight (with fan) | 935 g |
Material | Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating |
Scope of Delivery | Low-Noise Adaptor (L.N.A.), NT-H1 high-grade thermal compound, SecuFirm2 Mounting Kit, Anti-vibration pads and fan-clips for second fan (optional), Noctua Metal Case-Badge |
Fan specifications | |
Model | Noctua NF-A15 PWM |
Bearing | SSO2 |
Max. Rotational Speed (±10%) | 1500 RPM |
Max. Rotational Speed with L.N.A. (±10%) | 1200 RPM |
Min. Rotational Speed (PWM) | 300 RPM |
Max. Airflow | 82.5 CFM |
Max. Airflow with L.N.A. | 67.9 CFM |
Max. Acoustical Noise | 24.6 dB(A) |
Max. Acoustical Noise with L.N.A. | 19.2 dB(A) |
Noise level (min) | 10 dBA |
Input Power | 1.56 W |
Voltage Range | 12 V |
MTBF | 150,000 hours |
RGB | No |
Warranty | 72 months |
EAN barcode | 4716123314950 |
Customer Reviews
Very quiet
The Zalman CPU cooler fan on my server was starting to squeal a bit under load so I bit the bullet and decided to change the CPU cooler as it was about four years old. I did my homework and ended up choosing the Noctua U14S as it seemed to offer the best compromise between effectiveness, size and quietness. I was not disappointed. The fan was very easy to fit, the CPU runs a few degrees cooler and the fan is quiet.
I'm a fan
…of Noctua. They are beautifully made, with a good fitment system. The advantage of the NH-U14S is that it is PWM-controlled, and the motherboard appears to be doing a good job on that. Even without speed control, they’re pretty quiet. Maybe Noctua is a bit more expensive than some other brands, but if the device lasts 5 years plus, what is the cost per operational hour?
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