This time, something a bit different. In this giveaway of a desk fan (and no, it’s not the type with a pole—this one has PWM control… NV-FS1), you’ll get the chance to show off knowledge that you can’t just pull out of thin air. That makes it all the more rewarding. Do you know when Noctua first appeared as a brand? How long have those unmistakable brown-and-beige products been around, and how many years will it be this year?
What’s up for grabs…
The NV-FS1 desk fan. Something a bit different from the usual hardware we cover, but if you think cooling yourself is worth it, this is a handy device. It’s designed to sit on a desk and can be tilted to adjust airflow direction. To strengthen the airflow, there’s a deflector behind the fan (NF-A12x25 PWM chromax.black, by the way) that helps focus the air stream towards the user.
That’s the basic overview of the Noctua NV-FS1 desk fan. It’s also worth noting that airflow—and therefore cooling intensity—can be adjusted using the NA-FC1 controller with PWM support. You might recognize that controller from accessory kits for desktop components we often cover. So this is what you can win—a complete package including the fan, the deflector, a stand, the controller, and a power adapter—everything you need for full functionality.
… and how to enter
To enter, simply send an answer to the question: What anniversary will the Noctua brand celebrate this year? Just one number is enough—you don’t have to be exact. Of course, if you know the details, feel free to mention the first appearance of the brand as well. But to get into the final draw for the Noctua NV-FS1 desk fan, that anniversary number is exactly what matters.
Send your answers to info@hwcooling.net with the subject line “Noctua Giveaway (Summer 2025)”. The deadline is September 12, 2025 (11:59:59 PM CEST). After that, we’ll close the giveaway and pick one winner from the correct answers. The name will be published in the blue box below. To make sure you don’t miss it, we’ll also email the winner requesting shipping details. This giveaway has no geographic restrictions, so you can participate from anywhere in the world—and we’ll ship the prize to you.
English translation and edit by Jozef Dudáš
The winner of the NV-FS1 desk fan is already clear, but maybe we could draw two more people who might appreciate a themed NP-DM3 desk mat? 🙂
20 years—that was the correct answer to the question. Here’s how it looks through various fan models, from 2005 to 2025:
🙂