Noctua NH-L12 vs Noctua NH-U12S SE-AM4
A side-by-side spec comparison of the Noctua NH-L12 and the Noctua NH-U12S SE-AM4. We line up every specification and score the ones that matter most in this category — weighted, not a raw count of specs won — to reach an overall verdict so you can decide which cpu cooler is right for your build.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | air | air |
| Noise Level | 13.1 dBA | 18.6 dBA |
| Height | 160 mm | 160 mm |
| Compatible Sockets | AM5, AM4, LGA1700, LGA1200 | AM5, AM4, LGA1700, LGA1200 |
| TDP Rating | 180W | 180W |
Winner: Noctua NH-L12 — driven by Noise Level (13.1 dBA)
Noctua NH-L12
2
performance points
Noctua NH-U12S SE-AM4
0
performance points
Winner is scored by weighting the specs that matter most in this category (not a raw count of specs won).
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