For its size, the Noctua NH-L12 is the best CPU heatsink we've tested. Essentially a smaller version of the NH-C14, the design seems to scale favorably, working particularly well with both fans running, surpassing taller tower coolers with 92 mm fans ...
If we simply analyze the temperature performance offered by the Noctua NH-L12, it can be considered a mainstream performance CPU cooler with a price tag that approaches most high-end competitors. The NH-L12, however, must be analyzed keeping in mind its c...
Only 66mm in height, Push, Pull design, Compatible with most motherboards on market
Price
Noctua NH-L12 is priced around 60€ here in Finland and is available for purchase as we speak. The performance is about on par with the very popular NH-U12P cooler so unless you are about to do some heavy duty overclocking and want a silent, yet low pr...
Low Profile Design, NF-F12 Focus Flow Fan Included, Dual Fan Cooler, 66mm Heatsink Height, LGA2011 Mounting Hardware
Four heatpipes limit cooling performance, Not intended for overclocking
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Outstanding Cooling For A Low Profile Cooler, Excellent Design and
Can Not Be Used With RAM Heatsinks Over 43mm (Standard RAM Profile is ~30mm), Hi Tech Legion Editor's Choice Award, Discuss this review in our forums
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