Noctua NH-U12S redux
Category: CPU Cooler
Manufacturer: Noctua
Type: air
TDP Rating: 180W
Noise: 25.1 dBA
Price: $84.95 from Newegg

Noctua NH-U12S redux
Type
air
TDP Rating
180W
Noise
25.1 dBA
Best price from Newegg
$84.95
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Overview
An air cooler standing 160mm tall rated to dissipate 180W. Noise is specced at 25.1 dBA; socket compatibility spans AM5, AM4, LGA1700. That rating covers upper-midrange CPUs at stock and mild overclocks. At 160mm tall, verify case cooler clearance — mid-towers typically allow 160–170mm.
Expect to pay around $84.95, which lands it among high-end options. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing. Warranty coverage follows Noctua's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing. Every published spec is tabulated below, and compatibility against your current part list is checked automatically.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | air |
| Noise Level | 25.1 dBA |
| Cooler Height | 160 mm |
| Sockets | AM5, AM4, LGA1700, LGA1200 |
| TDP Rating | 180 W |
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