Testseek.com have collected 277 expert reviews of the Noctua NH-U14S CPU cooler and the average rating is 91%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Noctua NH-U14S CPU cooler.
June 2013
(91%)
277 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Before we go any further let's make it clear that the NH-U14S is not another D14, so don't go expecting the same level of cooling that its big brother offers. The U14S does however share the same level of quality and attention to detail in build, accesso...
Published: 2013-07-14, Author: Thomas , review by: tomshardware.com
Abstract: Intel's Haswell-based CPUs have a unique cooling problem that leaves many overclockers in a quandary. Today, we're rounding up nine different sink and fan combinations to see if any can contend with the fourth-gen Core processor's copious heat. After he...
Extremely quiet, Great performance for its size, Easy to install, Exceptional build quality, Anti-vibration fan mounts, Can mount a second fan, Memory clearance on LGA2011, Warranty
May block top expansion slot, Memory clearance on sockets other than LGA2011, Lacks second fan, Colors not for everyone, Cost of adding a second NF-A15 PWM fan
The Noctua NH-U14S has an MSRP of $74.90. Extremely quiet Great performance for its size Easy to install Exceptional build quality Anti-vibration fan mounts Can mount a second fan Memory clearance on LGA2011 Warranty May block top expansion slot Memory cl...
Abstract: Video Review: The Noctua NH-U14S CPU Air Cooler one of the best CPU coolers on the market. It has a copper baseplate, many copper heatpipes, lots aluminum fins and one large fan, but another can be added. Also, it's well constructed, they include ful...
Excellent Performance, Noctua Mounting System, NF-A15 Fan Included (NF-F12 Focused Flow on NH-U12S), Six Heatpipe Configuration, Adequate Memory Clearance
Large 140mm radiator can impact some video cards, Dual fan resonance at 100%
When reviewing silent cooling solutions we are often forced to recognize that silent cooling doesn't always translate into good overclocking performance yet, there are a few notable exceptions like self contained watercoolers and the Noctua NH-U14S. Therm...
Published: 2013-06-12, Author: Tony , review by: proclockers.com
Abstract: There are a lot of companies out there making coolers for desktop processors nowadays. Using aftermarket coolers is a mainstream wherein you get better cooling which helps improve the lifespan of your computer. When looking at the selection today, you wou...
Abstract: Noctua is a highly regarded brand in the overclocking community and they have been ever since the release of the NH-D14 heatsink. The D14 pushed the limits of what an air-cooled heatsink could be, but it did have compatibility issues with larger memo...
Abstract: You know, I was just thinking anno the year 2013 there really aren't bad performing coolers produced anymore. For every segment and budget you can find something you need. The market stabilized and within the entire range and scope of heatpipe based coole...
Abstract: When you think of CPU air cooling, one name tends to stand out immediately for their exceptional quality, awesome performance and unusual styling. That's right, we're talking about Noctua . Noctua has been known for creating performance air cooling soluti...
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Published: 2013-05-02, Author: Mark , review by: skratchwizpc.net
Abstract: Noctua introduce two new tower heatsinks, the NH-U series was released back in 2005 and today we have the new NH-U12S and NH-U14S on the SPC test bench. Let's get started!Noctua have provided us with some great products over the years, the NH-D14 heatsink...
