We interviewed a Noctua representative who revealed many details about the direction of this company’s cooling components. Do you already know everything about Noctua fans? Or do you have an idea of how far the cooling performance of pump-less liquid coolers will go? This and much more (hopefully of interest) was covered in the interview. The information that emerged is compiled within this article. Read more “Interview with Noctua: Thermosiphon liquid cooler aims high”
We have encountered the claim several times that we somehow favor Noctua. To avoid any speculation, we can state this very clearly: no one has ever influenced any HWCooling tests, neither Noctua nor others. There have been attempts from other brands, but that’s simply not something we would entertain. The tests at HWCooling are best described as “unbiased content.” Read more “Is Noctua bribing HWCooling? Definitely not! :)”
After long preparations, the Antec Flux Pro case with Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 PWM fans is finally here. This promises exceptionally efficient system cooling optimized for the lowest possible noise while still delivering sufficient airflow. We’ll find out how it performs later, but you can already get an idea of what to expect from the available materials, including both overall and detailed photos. Read more “Antec Flux Pro Noctua Edition awaits testing: A preview with details”
Our database now includes one hundred fans—75 in the 120 mm format and 25 models with a physical size of 140 mm. In this article, we have compiled all data into unified charts. What was once separated for clarity is now brought together again, and the commentary will also include a… look ahead regarding fan testing. But we can already reveal that there is still a lot more to come. Read more “The end, or just the beginning? 100 fans in HWCooling tests”
We have it. 3D prints made from Prusament filament in Noctua colors. What was announced last year has now become reality, and we’re glad that, thanks to access to a school-based printer, we managed to produce items such as a broom holder used for maintaining the hardware classroom. What it looks like can be seen in the article’s documentation. On behalf of the HWCooling team, we thank everyone for the cooperation. Read more “Results are in: a Prusa (MK4) 3D printer with Noctua colors”
The updated Noctua roadmap brings changes that will certainly not please fans of silent cooling and black aesthetics. The Chromax version of the NF-A12x25 G2 has been pushed back. Likewise, the compact PSU being developed in cooperation with Seasonic is shifting its arrival by another quarter. Fortunately, development of Noctua’s first AIO and the collaboration with Antec remain relatively stable, and the planned market entry is a positive signal. Read more “Changes to Noctua’s roadmap. Hardware plan from January 2026”
Most mid-range Asus card models allow easy removal of the shroud. We have already tried classic 120mm fans on the card, which do not fit very well on a narrow and long card. With them, the card becomes significantly wider and they do not cover the heatsink along its entire length. A trio of smaller 92mm fans fits a 30cm card better. After testing the low-profile NF-A9x14, we will try how the NF-A9 with the standard 25mm height performs. Read more “Asus Prime GeForce RTX 5070 with 3× Noctua NF-A9 Deshroud”
And here it is! Consumable material in Noctua shades. The Austrians teamed up with Prusa Research and, after some preparation, are bringing a 3D-printing filament to market. Once you model whatever you need, the result can be printed in brown or beige—exactly in the colors that match what has so far been “unmatchable”. Naturally, it doesn’t have to be just cooling-related items; the outcome can be anything. Read more “Prusament PLA: you can make “Noctua” 3D accessories at home”
On most mid-range Asus graphics cards, the shroud is easy to remove. We already tried classic 120 mm fans on this card, but they do not suit its narrow, long PCB: they make the card much wider and still fail to cover the heatsink along its full length. A trio of 92 mm Noctua fans fits better on the 30 cm card, and the range includes the low-profile NF-A9x14 for noticeably quieter cooling at lower speeds overall. Read more “Asus Prime GeForce RTX 5070 With 3× Noctua NF-A9x14 Deshroud”
They never were as brilliant and amazing as marketing materials depicted (and still depict) them. Fans that are supposed to be top-tier for system positions are, at best, average. Well, judge for yourselves. We wouldn’t subscribe to the notion that these are currently aerodynamically attractive fans for PC cases. For the reason that they are not. And we can go straight to the specific reasons and arguments. Read more “Noctua NF-S12A PWM: Example of unfortunate design”
An old, yet still-selling aerodynamic design. Despite being attributed with excellent properties, we dare to disagree. It’s not quite the ideal system cooling fan that the NF-S12B-redux impellers were historically famed for either. Yes, it is quiet—but without the “airflow”. By that logic—where low noise carries the utmost weight—one could quickly conclude that the best fan is no fan at all. “Zero” noise, but substantial airflow isn’t happening here either. Read more “NF-S12B redux-700: Noctua’s quietest fan no longer justifiable”
We are adding new prizes to the recent Noctua contest: large desk mats for your mouse and keyboard. They are themed around what many of you guessed right. Yes, the brand is now 20 years old, and Noctua has printed this entire history onto its mats. Three have new owners—the first, second, and third randomly drawn winners from the August contest who answered correctly. Read more “NP-DM3 desk mat giveaway to celebrate 20 years of Noctua”
When Asus, Noctua, and Nvidia team up, it’s clear the result won’t be a compromise. For those who find the RTX 5090 already too expensive, the GeForce RTX 5080 Noctua OC Edition offers a unique combination of a massive heatsink and three top-tier Noctua NF-A12x25 G2 120 mm fans. An air cooler capable of keeping a powerful 360 W card at low temperatures with the fans spinning at just under 700 RPM is something you rarely encounter. Read more “Asus GeForce RTX 5080 Noctua OC Ed. 16GB Review: Silent Monster”
Last time, we tested a pair of low-profile 140 mm fans on the TUF RTX 5070 Ti. They noticeably reduced noise, but they didn’t offer nearly as much cooling headroom as the stock fans, which can spin at over 3000 RPM. The top-tier Noctua NF-A14x25 G2 fans with the standard 25 mm thickness are much quieter than the originals at the same temperatures, and at full speed they also narrow the temperature gap significantly. Read more “TUF RTX 5070 Ti Deshroud: 2× 140 mm Noctua NF-A14x25 G2”
Many ASUS graphics cards let you remove the fan shroud without breaking the warranty seal. We did that last time with the ASUS Prime RTX 5070 and swapped its fans—noisier than usual at low speeds—for Arctic P12 Slim fans. However, standard 25 mm fans usually provide higher static pressure and can cool more quietly. Let’s see how the card performs with the top-of-the-line Noctua NF-A12x25 and its successor, the NF-A12x25 G2. Read more “Prime RTX 5070 Deshroud: Noctua NF-A12x25 vs. NF-A12x25 G2”
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