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Noctua NH-U12S redux
ReduxBackplatemagnetic bearingheat pipes
Main specs
Featuresfor CPU
Product typeair cooler
Air flow directionsideways (dispersion)
Max. TDP129 W / NSPR /
Fan
Number of fans1
Fan size120 mm / NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM /
Bearingmagnetic centring / SSO /
Min. RPM450 rpm
Max. RPM1700 rpm
Speed controllerauto (PWM)
Max. air flow70.76 CFM / 120.2 m³/h /
Static pressure2.83 mm H2O
MTBF150 K hours / 6 years warranty /
replaceable
Noise level25 dB
Power source4-pin
Radiator
Heat pipes4
Heatpipe contactindirect
Heatsink materialaluminium / copper
Plate materialnickel-plated copper
SocketAMD AM4
Intel 1150
Intel 1155/1156
Intel 2011 / 2011 v3
Intel 2066
Intel 1151 / 1151 v2
Intel 1200
General
Mount typebilateral (backplate)
Dimensions125x71x158 mm
Height158 mm
Weight755 g
Official Websitenoctua.at
Added to E-CatalogMarch 2021
The base of the NH-U12S Redux cooler is already coated with thermal paste, and the kit also includes a tube of the NT-H1 thermal interface. Full compatibility of NH-U12S Redux with high RAM modules. Four heat pipes.
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Noctua NH-U12S redux High Performance CPU Cooler

True to the spirit of Noctua’s redux line, the NH-U12S redux is a streamlined, accessibly priced version of the iconic NH-U12S that has established itself as a benchmark for slim, highly compatible 120mm CPU coolers. The redux version uses the same proven heatsink layout that guarantees 100% compatibility with tall RAM modules as well as exce... morellent case and PCIe compatibility. Thanks to the popular NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM fan with automatic speed control, it provides high performance under load and runs whisper-quiet at idle. At the same time, Noctua’s renowned, professional SecuFirm2™ mounting system and the pre-applied NT-H1 thermal compound make installation child’s play. Backed up with Noctua’s trusted 6-year manufacturer’s warranty, the NH-U12S redux is a smart, affordable choice for a quiet, high-quality 120mm cooler.
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Noctua NH-U12S REDUX

Discover the pinnacle of quiet CPU cooling with the NOCTUA NH-U12S REDUX CPU Fan, a streamlined and accessibly priced edition of Noctu´s renowned, award-winning NH-U12S. This high-performance cooler brings legendary Noctua quality to a wider audience, focusing on the core essentials: exceptional cooling efficiency, whisper-quiet operation, and outs... moretanding ease of use. It is the ideal cooling solution for system builders and enthusiasts who demand premium performance without compromise.The NH-U12S REDUX is engineered around a proven single-tower heatsink design, optimized for maximum heat dissipation while maintaining a slim profile. This 120 mm cooler provides remarkable cooling power, capable of taming a wide range of modern processors under load, ensuring system stability and peak performance. Its design excellence is complemented by the included NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM fan, which delivers high static pressure and airflow precisely when needed. Thanks to automatic PWM speed control, the fan operates at a near-silent 450 RPM during idle or low-load tasks and can ramp up to 1700 RPM for demanding applications, striking the perfect balance between powerful cooling and acoustic discretion.One of the standout benefits of the NH-U12S REDUX is its exceptional compatibility. The slender 71 mm deep design (without a second fan) guarantees it will not overhang the RAM slots on mainstream motherboards, providing 100% compatibility with tall memory modules. Furthermore, its layout ensures it won´t block the top PCIe slot, making it a hassle-free choice for virtually any build. Installation is a breeze with Noctu´s professional-grade SecuFirm2™ multi-socket mounting system. Renowned for its safety, optimal contact pressure, and long-term reliability, the SecuFirm2™ system ensures a secure and straightforward setup on a vast array of processor sockets, including Socket AM4, Socket 1700, Socket 1200, Socket 1151, Socket 2011, Socket LGA 1150, Socket LGA 1155, and Socket LGA 1156. The cooler's sleek industrial aesthetic, with its grey fan and stainless steel finish, offers a clean, purposeful look that integrates beautifully into any modern PC case.Number of fans:1 fan(s).Product colour:Stainless steel.Product colour:Grey.Depth:71 mm.Width:158 mm.Height:125 mm.Weight:755 g.Fan 2 noise level (high speed):25.1 dB.Suitable location:Processor.Rotational speed (max):1700 RPM.Rotational speed (min):450 RPM.Maximum airflow:120.2 cfm.Fan diameter:12 cm.Type:Cooler.Harmonized System (HS) code:84733080
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Noctua NH-U12S redux is a slightly simplified and at the same time much cheaper modification of the Austrian cooler NH-U12S chromax.black. The novelty has lost its black colour, mounting brackets for the second fan and a tube of thermal paste. However, the default thermal interface is applied to the sole of the cooler.

Heat distribution

The number of heat pipes has also decreased — from five to four. However due to the use of an intermediary plate that distributes heat evenly over all tubes, the loss is not felt much. Proxy plate coolers are best suited for CPUs with multiple chips (chiplets) under a thermal cover, like Ryzen 5.

stabilizes itself

The height of the Noctua NH-U12S redux is almost 16 cm, and the weight of the heatsink together with the fan is approximately 750 g. chromax.black. Therefore, it starts not from silent 300 rpm, but from 450, which is still very quiet.

Useful addition

If desired, Noctua NH-U12S redux can be upgraded with a second fan. For this, the NA-FK1 upgrade kit is designed, which, in addition to the 12-cm turntable, includes mounting brackets, rubber vibration-absorbing pads, a splitter for connecting two turntables and a pair of speed-lowering resistors.

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