Noctua NH-C14S

An air cooler standing 160mm tall specced for 180W. That rating covers upper-midrange CPUs at stock and mild overclocks. Noise is specced at 19.2 dBA; socket compatibility spans AM5, AM4, LGA1700. At 160mm tall, verify case cooler clearance — mid-towers typically allow 160–170mm.

Expect to pay around $89.95, which lands it among high-end options. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and adds the part's price to your build total. Warranty coverage follows Noctua's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing. Scroll down for the complete spec table; the builder's compatibility checker will warn you about any conflicts with components you have already picked.