The NH-L9X65 is powerful, yet retains their 95x95 mm footprint, which makes it more convenient to work with as it doesn't overhang near-socket connectors. Thanks to the highly optimized fan that supports fully automatic speed control via PWM, the NH-L9X65 runs remarkably quiet. The NH-L9X65 fuses everything into a compact premium package for space restricted systems.
Key Product Info
- 65 mm low profile
- Easy access to near-socket connectors
- PWM excellent fan
- Low-Noise Adaptor
- NT-H1 thermal compound
65 mm low profile
Due to its compact heatsink and the 14 mm thin low profile fan, the NH-L9X65 stands only 65 mm tall, which makes it ideal for use in compact HTPCs or Small Form Factor cases that offer limited clearance for CPU coolers.
Easy access to near-socket connectors
Many low-profile coolers use larger fans or heatsinks in order to achieve sufficient cooling performance, but protruding over the socket zone, they make it difficult or even impossible to reach near-socket connectors on tightly packed ITX mainboards. Thanks to its small footprint, the NH-L9X65 provides easy access to all connectors and components.
Low-Noise Adaptor
Allowing to reduce the maximum speed of the fan from 2500 to 1800 rpm, the Low-Noise Adaptor (L.N.A.) makes it possible to achieve near-silent setups.
NT-H1 thermal compound
Noctua's NT-H1 is a proven solution that provides minimum thermal resistance, excellent ease of use and outstanding reliability. 100% RAM compatibility on Intel platforms
The NH-L9x65 has a 95x95mm footprint that complies exactly to the Intel LGA17xx/1200 socket keep-out zone. This means that it won't cause issues with chipset coolers and doesn't overhang the RAM slots, making it fully compatible with tall memory modules.
100% compatibility with PCIe cards on ITX
Many Intel LGA17xx/1200 based mini-ITX mainboards have the PCIe slot sitting close to the 95x95mm socket zone. While larger coolers that exceed this zone may block the PCIe slot, the 95x95xmm sized NH-L9x65 provides full compatibility with PCIe cards.
NF-A9x14 PWM premium fan
The highly optimised NF-A9x14 premium fan features Noctua's proprietary AAO frame as well as sophisticated aerodynamic design measures. Supporting PWM for fully automatic speed control, the NF-A9x14 allows the NH-L9x65 to stay remarkably quiet.
SecuFirm2 mounting system
Noctua's SecuFirm2™ mounting systems have become synonymous with quality, safety and easy installation. Supporting Intel LGA1851, LGA1700 (since 2021), LGA1200, LGA115x (LGA1150, LGA1151, LGA1155, LGA1156) as well as AMD AM4 and AM5 (since 2019), the SecuFirm2™ mounting included with the NH-L9x65 is straightforward to install, provides perfect contact pressure and will stand the test of time even under heavy use.
Offset mounting option for AMD AM5
The NH-L9x65 includes Noctua’s offset mounting bars for AM5 that make it possible to install the cooler shifted towards the south side of the socket by 7mm, thereby achieving better contact quality right above the CCD(s). This improved contact exactly at the processor’s hotspot can significantly reduce CPU temperatures with typical improvements in the range of 1-3°C.
Compatibility with past and future sockets
Complying with the open SecuFirm™ standard, the NH-L9x65 can be made compatible with the older LGA1366 and LGA775 sockets using the optional NM-I3 mounting kit, which is provided by Noctua free of charge. If technically possible, Noctua will also provide upgrade kits for future sockets.
6-year manufacturer’s warranty
Noctua products are renowned for their impeccable quality and outstanding longevity. Like all Noctua fans, the supplied NF-A9x14 features an MTTF rating of more than 150.000 hours and the entire NH-L9x65 package comes with a full 6-year manufacturer’s warranty.
