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product_id: 160341219
title: "NH-U12S chromax.black"
brand: "noctua"
price: "169750CFA"
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# Ultra-quiet operation at 22.4 dB All-black stealth design 120mm NF-F12 Focused Flow fan NH-U12S chromax.black

**Brand:** noctua
**Price:** 169750CFA
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🖤 Cool in silence, rule in style.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** NH-U12S chromax.black by noctua
- **How much does it cost?** 169750CFA with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/160341219-nh-u12s-chromax-black)

## Best For

- noctua enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted noctua brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Trusted longevity:** Backed by 6-year warranty and Noctua’s legendary customer support—future-proof your rig with confidence.
- • **Compact compatibility:** Slim 120mm size fits most tower cases without blocking RAM or PCIe slots—perfect for clean builds.
- • **Sleek stealth cooling:** Matte black finish blends seamlessly with any build for a professional, minimalist look.
- • **Effortless installation:** SecuFirm2 mounting system plus premium NT-H1 thermal paste ensure quick, secure setup on Intel & AMD CPUs.
- • **Whisper-quiet powerhouse:** Award-winning NF-F12 fan delivers peak cooling with near-silent operation—even under load.

## Overview

The Noctua NH-U12S chromax.black is a premium 120mm single-tower CPU cooler featuring an all-black design, award-winning NF-F12 fan for silent yet powerful cooling, and a compact form factor that fits most cases without obstructing RAM or PCIe slots. It includes high-quality thermal paste and an easy-to-install mounting system compatible with the latest Intel and AMD sockets. Renowned for its build quality and backed by a 6-year warranty, this cooler is the go-to choice for professionals seeking efficient, quiet performance with sleek aesthetics.

## Description

Noctua NH-U12S chromax.black, 120mm Single-Tower CPU Cooler (Black) : desertcart.co.uk: Computers & Accessories

Review: Quiet cooling for a Ryzen 5 3600x - I was looking for a replacement to the AMD stock cooler, which in itself is fine but I wanted something quieter and more effective when gaming. Having heard about Noctua's excellent reputation I decided to pull the trigger on a Chromax u12S. For starters, the packaging is excellent and comes with a lot of the accessories you'd need (but perhaps not all, more on that later). It comes with a tube of NH-H1 thermal paste for usage in more than one system, a low-noise adapter, anti-vibration pads for the fans, the NF-F12 fan, clips for a second fan, and mounting hardware for both AMD and Intel motherboards. Pulling the cooler out the box, the build quality is stunning, the cooler is all matte black and every surface is colour matches (something not all cooler manufacturers bother to do). Installation with my x470 Gaming Plus Max motherboard was really easy, using the existing backplate. Simply add the four stand-offs, and screw in the four screws with the two mounting brackets. Add the thermal paste, put the cooler on, screw it down and slip on the fan, very very straightforward. Performance-wise this is more than adequate for a Ryzen 5 3600x, with idle temps around 30-33 degrees and gaming temps of around 50-55 degrees (depending on the circumstance). This is in a Fractal Meshify 2 Compact with good airflow, for reference. This cooler performs fantastically, and eliminates the incredibly annoying Ryzen fan ramp-up when doing simple tasks like opening chrome. The fan is basically silent at idle, and when gaming it is still super quiet. It only really gets loud towards the higher end of its RPM range i.e. 1300-1500rpm. It is on the pricier side, hence why I have only rated it 4/5 stars for value for money, however I do realise that you are buying Noctua's excellent customer service e.g. they will provide future bracket hardware for mounting new CPU's free of charge (if engineering it is possible), which is simply awesome. The downsides of this cooler are basically nit-picks, but nonetheless I feel its important to share them. Some of the Chromax black coating comes off fairly easily e.g. on my unit the fan clips have scratched some of it off, but not a lot. Secondly, and rather bemusingly (given the chromax variant costs more than the regular one), the regular U12S comes with a fan y splitter in the box, but this unit does not. Therefore, I had to purchase a separate y splitter for this unit to add both fans to the same CPU fan header. Overall though, I would 100% recommend this CPU cooler. Top-notch build quality, excellent thermals and quiet operation from a brand that provides excellent customer service and seems to care about its customers.
Review: Incredible Air Cooler - This is an upgrade from an Intel stock cooler I have been stuck with for 3 years, and I will lay down the facts of this cooler! Things to make sure you have before buying this cooler: The only thing you need is Ethanol or Isopropyl. I recommend at least 90%, which is what I used. You can buy 1L of 99.9% Isopropyl Alcohol for £5. Noise: It is so quiet. The noise levels are very low; it’s very quiet. At maximum 1500 RPM, it’s noticeable but nowhere near noisy. The noise in the video I attached was actually my GPU, which needs an upgrade (GTX 1650). Accessories: The included mounting kits are great. If you, for some reason, struggle with manuals, Noctua has videos for installing this cooler for different boards. It was pretty easy; just make sure you follow carefully and don’t rush anything. The included screws were very well made and did the job; they even included an Allen key with a screw on the end, so don’t panic if you don’t have a screwdriver on hand. Also included is their thermal paste! They have very good thermal paste, and it spreads very well. Make sure you put no more than a pea-sized amount in the center of your CPU. Way too much and too little can both result in overheating. How cool is my CPU?: Before my CPU was hitting 91° MAX while gaming on an Intel stock cooler. I have stress tested this CPU on 100% and it barely hit 60°. This is a HUGE difference; however, please note that this will vary from user to user, for variables like Case Airflow, fans, proper installation, usage, etc. The Specs: It works fantastic. I have it on an i5-9400F, my motherboard is a Micro ATX ASUS PRIME H310M-R R2.0. Make sure your case is big enough, mainly due to the fact that if your RAM blocks the fan, and so the fan sticks out a bit, make sure there is clearance. I have a mid-tower case, and it fits just fine. Is it worth it?: It’s on the pricier side; however, it was easy to install and works fantastic. If for some reason you don’t have the correct fittings for your motherboard, simply contact Noctua and they will send out what you need for free, no charge. So yes, it was absolutely worth it.

## Features

- Proven premium heatsink (more than 200 awards and recommendations from international hardware websites), now available in an all-black design that goes great with many colour schemes
- Slim 120mm size for excellent case, RAM and PCIe compatibility: Fits most tower cases (158mm height), doesn’t overhang the RAM slots, doesn’t block the PCIe on most ATX and Micro-ATX motherboards
- Renowned, award-winning NF-F12 120mm Focused Flow fan with Low-Noise Adaptor and PWM for automatic speed control: Full cooling performance under load, whisper quiet at idle!
- Includes high-end NT-H1 thermal paste and SecuFirm2 mounting system for easy installation on Intel LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x and AMD AM5 & AM4 (offset mounting option for best efficiency)
- Renowned Noctua quality backed up by 6-year manufacturer’s warranty, deluxe choice for Intel Core & Core Ultra (e.g. 285K, 265K, 245K) and AMD Ryzen (e.g. 9950X, 9900X, 9700X, 9600X)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07Y88BNYZ |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 25,563 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 373 in Fans & Cooling |
| Colour | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (5,314) |
| Date First Available | 2 Oct. 2019 |
| Finish | AlTiN |
| Included components | Keyboard |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 1 kg |
| Item model number | NH-U12Schromaxblack |
| Item thickness | 10 Millimetres |
| Manufacturer | Noctua |
| Material | Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating |
| Noise Level | 22.4 Decibels |
| Part number | NH-U12S CH.BK |
| Power source type | AC/DC |
| Product Dimensions | 15.8 x 12.5 x 7.1 cm; 1 kg |
| Size | One Size |
| Specific uses | Business |
| Specification met | TUV |
| Style | Classic |
| Switch style | DIP Switch |
| Voltage | 12 Volts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Noctua
- **Compatible devices:** Desktop
- **Cooling method:** Air
- **EU Spare Part Availability Duration:** 2 Years
- **Material:** Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
- **Maximum rotational speed:** 1500 RPM
- **Noise level:** 22.4 Decibels
- **Power connector type:** 4-Pin
- **Product dimensions:** 15.8L x 12.5W x 7.1H centimetres
- **Voltage:** 12 Volts

## Images

![NH-U12S chromax.black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Qu6DEtTlL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quiet cooling for a Ryzen 5 3600x
*by D***N on 10 June 2021*

I was looking for a replacement to the AMD stock cooler, which in itself is fine but I wanted something quieter and more effective when gaming. Having heard about Noctua's excellent reputation I decided to pull the trigger on a Chromax u12S. For starters, the packaging is excellent and comes with a lot of the accessories you'd need (but perhaps not all, more on that later). It comes with a tube of NH-H1 thermal paste for usage in more than one system, a low-noise adapter, anti-vibration pads for the fans, the NF-F12 fan, clips for a second fan, and mounting hardware for both AMD and Intel motherboards. Pulling the cooler out the box, the build quality is stunning, the cooler is all matte black and every surface is colour matches (something not all cooler manufacturers bother to do). Installation with my x470 Gaming Plus Max motherboard was really easy, using the existing backplate. Simply add the four stand-offs, and screw in the four screws with the two mounting brackets. Add the thermal paste, put the cooler on, screw it down and slip on the fan, very very straightforward. Performance-wise this is more than adequate for a Ryzen 5 3600x, with idle temps around 30-33 degrees and gaming temps of around 50-55 degrees (depending on the circumstance). This is in a Fractal Meshify 2 Compact with good airflow, for reference. This cooler performs fantastically, and eliminates the incredibly annoying Ryzen fan ramp-up when doing simple tasks like opening chrome. The fan is basically silent at idle, and when gaming it is still super quiet. It only really gets loud towards the higher end of its RPM range i.e. 1300-1500rpm. It is on the pricier side, hence why I have only rated it 4/5 stars for value for money, however I do realise that you are buying Noctua's excellent customer service e.g. they will provide future bracket hardware for mounting new CPU's free of charge (if engineering it is possible), which is simply awesome. The downsides of this cooler are basically nit-picks, but nonetheless I feel its important to share them. Some of the Chromax black coating comes off fairly easily e.g. on my unit the fan clips have scratched some of it off, but not a lot. Secondly, and rather bemusingly (given the chromax variant costs more than the regular one), the regular U12S comes with a fan y splitter in the box, but this unit does not. Therefore, I had to purchase a separate y splitter for this unit to add both fans to the same CPU fan header. Overall though, I would 100% recommend this CPU cooler. Top-notch build quality, excellent thermals and quiet operation from a brand that provides excellent customer service and seems to care about its customers.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Incredible Air Cooler
*by N***I on 1 July 2024*

This is an upgrade from an Intel stock cooler I have been stuck with for 3 years, and I will lay down the facts of this cooler! Things to make sure you have before buying this cooler: The only thing you need is Ethanol or Isopropyl. I recommend at least 90%, which is what I used. You can buy 1L of 99.9% Isopropyl Alcohol for £5. Noise: It is so quiet. The noise levels are very low; it’s very quiet. At maximum 1500 RPM, it’s noticeable but nowhere near noisy. The noise in the video I attached was actually my GPU, which needs an upgrade (GTX 1650). Accessories: The included mounting kits are great. If you, for some reason, struggle with manuals, Noctua has videos for installing this cooler for different boards. It was pretty easy; just make sure you follow carefully and don’t rush anything. The included screws were very well made and did the job; they even included an Allen key with a screw on the end, so don’t panic if you don’t have a screwdriver on hand. Also included is their thermal paste! They have very good thermal paste, and it spreads very well. Make sure you put no more than a pea-sized amount in the center of your CPU. Way too much and too little can both result in overheating. How cool is my CPU?: Before my CPU was hitting 91° MAX while gaming on an Intel stock cooler. I have stress tested this CPU on 100% and it barely hit 60°. This is a HUGE difference; however, please note that this will vary from user to user, for variables like Case Airflow, fans, proper installation, usage, etc. The Specs: It works fantastic. I have it on an i5-9400F, my motherboard is a Micro ATX ASUS PRIME H310M-R R2.0. Make sure your case is big enough, mainly due to the fact that if your RAM blocks the fan, and so the fan sticks out a bit, make sure there is clearance. I have a mid-tower case, and it fits just fine. Is it worth it?: It’s on the pricier side; however, it was easy to install and works fantastic. If for some reason you don’t have the correct fittings for your motherboard, simply contact Noctua and they will send out what you need for free, no charge. So yes, it was absolutely worth it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Top Tier Product
*by T***M on 16 September 2025*

Easy installation guide for and compatibility for both Intel and AMD CPUs, took me about 15 minutes to install (first time doing it). It comes with plenty of thermal paste. It comes with its own installation brackets and spacers for the different CPUs. Size of the product fit perfectly in my normal sized NZXT tower. The fan keeps the CPU at a very good temperature even whilst playing high demanding games that require CPU power. It quiet and has adjustable speeds if required. The built quality is solid. 10/10

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