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Noctua NH-L9x65

Low-profile CPU cooler for Intel and AMD sockets

Last price 74€95
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Overview

An ideal fan for compact PCs


The NH-L9x65 is a taller, more powerful version of Noctua's acclaimed NH-L9 compact fan. With a height of 65mm (instead of 37mm) and four heatpipes (instead of two), the NH-L9x65 is more powerful than its smaller counterparts, while retaining its 95x95mm footprint. This feature offers perfect compatibility with the RAM modules and PCIe slots on Intel ITX motherboards, and allows easy handling of the fan since the connectors close to the socket remain accessible.

The top-of-the-range NF-A9x14 fan, whose speed can be fully automated via PWM, allows the NH-L9x65 to operate with astonishing silence. Supplied with the professional multi-socket mounting system for Intel and AMD SecuFirm2, the famous NT-H1 thermal paste and backed by a 6-year manufacturer's warranty, the NH-L9x65 combines in a compact format for cramped environments everything that users have come to expect from larger Noctua fans.

Low height of 65mm
With a compact heatsink combined with the NF-A9x14 low-profile fan, which is just 14mm thick, the NH-L9x65 has an overall height of just 65mm (the same as traditional low-profile option boards).
Full RAM compatibility
The NH-L9x65 occupies a space of 95x95mm, which means you won't have any space problems. Compatibility is maintained even with high memory modules.
Full compatibility with mini-ITX VGA cards
While larger fans extend beyond the normal area and prevent the use of PCIe, the NH-L9x65's footprint(95x95mm) ensures full compatibility with PCIe cards.
NF-A9x14 PWM: a high-performance fan
The NF-A9x14 fan, which benefits from numerous optimisations, features an AAO frame offering exceptional aerodynamic performance. PWM compatible, the NF-A9x14 allows the NH-L9x65 to remain surprisingly quiet.
Low Noise Adapter
By offering the option of capping the maximum speed of the NF-A9x14(1800 rpm instead of 2500 rpm), the Low Noise Adapter makes it possible to achieve virtually inaudible configurations with CPUs having a TDP of less than 65W.
Compatibility with old and future sockets
Intel and AMD compatible, the SecuFirm2 system included in the NH-L9x65 ensures perfect contact pressure and optimum flexibility with current sockets.
NT-H1 thermal paste
Noctua's renowned NT-H1 is a proven professional TIM solution that offers minimal thermal resistance, ease of application and unrivalled reliability.
6-year manufacturer's warranty
Noctua fans are renowned for their impeccable quality and astonishing longevity. Like all the brand's fans, the NH-L9x65 boasts an MTBF of over 150,000 test hours and comes with a 6-year manufacturer's warranty.
Information provided by our tech department Not recommended for overclockers or CPUs over 84W. In line with Noctua's policy of providing its high-end SecuFirm2 mounting systems free of charge, owners of eligible cooler models will be able to order the NM-i17xx-MP83 kit free of charge once LGA 1700 motherboards and CPUs are available. Proof of purchase (electronic version, photo or scan of invoice) of an eligible Noctua cooler and either a LGA 1700 motherboard or LGA 1700 CPU will be required. Visit the Noctua website for more information.
Specifications
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General information

Product name

Noctua NH-L9x65

Brand

Noctua

Model

NH-L9X65

Technical specifications

Use

Processor

Processor support

Intel 1150
Intel 1155
Intel 1156
Intel 2011
Intel 2011-v3
Intel 1151
Intel 2066
Intel 1200
AMD AM4
AMD AM5
Intel 1700

Luminous

No

Connector(s)

4-pin Female

Ball bearing

No

PWM

Yes

Heat Pipe

Yes

Adjustable speed

Yes

Cooling type

Ventirad (active)

Top Flow

Yes

Dual tower

No

Fan diameter

92 mm

Min sound level

14.8 dB

Max sound level

23.6 dB

Minimum rotation speed

600 RPM

Maximum rotation speed

2500 RPM

Min airflow

40.8 m³/h

Max airflow

57.5 m³/h

Material(s)

ABS (Plastic)
Aluminum
Copper

Use

Office
Multimedia

AIO radiator compatibility

N/A

Dimensions

Low profile

Yes

Height (fan included)

65 mm

Width (fan included)

95 mm

Depth (fan included)

95 mm

Height

51 mm

Width

95 mm

Depth

95 mm

Weight

413 g

Warranties

Commercial warranty

Seller 3 years

Legal warranty

See terms & conditions

Product referenced on 22 Apr 2015

Customer reviews
Global rating
10/10
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  • by Serge D
    Posted on 23 May 2022
    Bought on 24 Apr 2022 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10

    Perfect

    Very easy to assemble. Everything is supplied: thermal paste, screws and above all detailed instructions. In short, an excellent purchase.

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  • by JeanLucH
    Posted on 20 Apr 2022
    Bought on 23 Mar 2022 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10

    perfect

    Super quiet fan. Easy to assemble. A bit too expensive. It would need a potentiometer to adjust the speed to the best.

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  • by Phil91
    Posted on 5 Apr 2022
    Bought on 5 Mar 2022 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 31 Average rating: 9

    Normal cooling at its best

    I bought two: for an Intel Core i5-11400 and Intel Core i7-11700. Of course, I don't play hardcore games with such a cooling system (and I shouldn't!). These Noctua NH-L9x65 allowed me to mount my configurations in rather small towers. I only took the liberty of changing the original fan with a Noctua NF-A9 PWM, which is better able to cool these types of CPUs in simple use.

    Even in automatic PWM mode in the BIOS, the silence is golden. The CPUs do not exceed 46°C (most of the time I am at 42-44°C).

    Working, surfing the net, watching movies... All in silence.

    I'm happy with my cooling!

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  • by AceGamer
    Posted on 29 Nov 2020
    Bought on 23 Nov 2020 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 3 Average rating: 9

    A marvel

    Fits into a mini ITX graphics card without any problems. Being limited to 98*98mm in length and width, I opted for this model which fits comfortably. The assembly is a small ordeal but the kit is solid (I recommend unscrewing the motherboard to align the screws fixing the ventilator to the kit).
    Noise level, a relief compared to the basic ventirad, even without the silent adapter. Temperature wise, never exceeded 67°C in the most demanding games, even though the default setting was over 80°C.
    In short, highly recommended for those who have little space in their machines.

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  • by Jasso_j5
    Posted on 22 Mar 2020
    Bought on 26 Dec 2019 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 33 Average rating: 9

    Very good Radiator

    I have mounted this heatsink on an Intel i5 3500 Mhz, it does its job very well, the processor does not heat up very much, and that's normal. Good material, it's Noctua.

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  • by Gilles A
    Posted on 13 Dec 2018
    Bought on 5 Dec 2018 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 13 Average rating: 8

    A good product but...

    Used on an I5-2500K and it holds up well (well ventilated case), but compared to the NH-L9I it's not worth the price difference, might as well go straight to heavier solutions (in all senses of the word) if necessary, watercooling in particular.
    The assembly is more complex than for the NH-L9I but well documented and the packaging is still top notch.
    A luxury product nevertheless.
    I'm not sure how long it will take to get the NH-L9I, but LDLC is always so professional.

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  • by Mickaël G
    Posted on 26 Jul 2017
    Bought on 28 Jun 2017 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10

    Exelent

    Very good quality product, the assembly is easy and the instructions very precise. The fan is really surprisingly quiet and efficient. Mounted on an i5 socket 1150, I highly recommend it!

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  • by anthony D
    Posted on 30 Mar 2017
    Bought on 25 Nov 2016 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 84 Average rating: 9

    Simple and effective

    Personally, the basic fan supplied by Intel with their processors is not the best in terms of temperature and noise .... That's why I trusted Noctua's products and once again they always amaze me on the simplicity of installation ! I recommend it to anyone looking for silence !

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  • by Kevin C
    Posted on 1 Feb 2017
    Bought on 3 Jan 2017 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 14 Average rating: 8

    Great quality!

    I found it quite easy to install with the instructions provided and the parts. It's quiet and I didn't know it came with thermal paste, so it was well packaged and I was able to use the one that came with it! My processor doesn't go above 45 degrees, I haven't tested it much yet with the performance well underway, but it does a good job!

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  • by salvatore V
    Posted on 25 Dec 2016
    Bought on 19 Dec 2016 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 18 Average rating: 10

    super fan easy to assemble

    The fan is very easy to assemble and I would recommend it to anyone who is a beginner and can assemble it themselves. It comes with all the necessary components for an amd or intel with thermal paste and screws. Thank you again ldlc. Merry Christmas.

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