--- product_id: 160341219 title: "NH-U12S chromax.black" brand: "noctua" price: "£139.17" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/160341219-nh-u12s-chromax-black store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 120mm NF-F12 Focused Flow fan All-black stealth design SecuFirm2 multi-socket mounting NH-U12S chromax.black **Brand:** noctua **Price:** £139.17 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🖤 Cool in silence, sleek in style — the ultimate pro-grade CPU cooler. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** NH-U12S chromax.black by noctua - **How much does it cost?** £139.17 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/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 - • **Universal Compatibility:** Supports Intel LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x and AMD AM5 & AM4 sockets for future-proof versatility. - • **Whisper-Quiet Efficiency:** NF-F12 fan with PWM and Low-Noise Adaptor delivers peak cooling under load and near silence at idle. - • **Sleek, Space-Savvy Design:** Slim 158mm height fits most tower cases without blocking RAM or PCIe slots—perfect for clean, professional builds. - • **Plug-and-Play Installation:** Includes premium NT-H1 thermal paste and SecuFirm2 mounting system for hassle-free setup and optimal heat transfer. - • **Award-Winning Cooling Mastery:** Over 200 international accolades prove unmatched thermal performance and reliability. ## Overview The Noctua NH-U12S chromax.black is a premium, award-winning 120mm tower CPU cooler featuring a stealth all-black design, a high-performance NF-F12 fan with PWM control, and a slim profile that ensures full compatibility with most cases and components. It supports a wide range of Intel and AMD sockets, includes top-tier thermal paste and an easy-to-install mounting system, and is backed by a 6-year warranty, making it the go-to choice for professionals seeking silent, efficient cooling without compromise. ## Description The NH-U12S chromax.black is an all-black version of Noctua’s NH-U12S premium-quality quiet CPU cooler. Thanks to the same proven slim-tower heatsink design and NF-F12 PWM fan, it stays true to the NH-U12S’s successful formula of fusing excellent cooling performance with superb quietness of operation and outstanding RAM, case and PCIe compatibility. At the same time, the chromax.black version with its black fan and black coated heatsink combines these assets with a sleek stealth look. Topped off with the renowned SecuFirm2 multi-socket mounting system and Noctua’s enthusiast-grade NT-H1 thermal compound, the NH-U12S chromax.black is a premium choice for customers who seek a highly compatible 120mm heatsink that looks just as great as it cools. 120x120x25 mm ## 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 | | Best Sellers Rank | 49,102 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories) 866 in Fans & Cooling | | Brand | Noctua | | Cooler Heatsink Compatibility | Intel LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x, AMD AM5 & AM4 | | Cooler Heatsink Material | Copper, Aluminium | | Country Of Origin | Taiwan | | Cpu Socket | LGA 2066, LGA 2011-0, LGA 2011-3, LGA 1200, LGA 1156, LGA 1155, LGA 1151, LGA 1150, AM2, AM2+, AM3, AM3+, FM1, FM2, FM2+, AM4 | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (5,366) 4.8 out of 5 stars | | Eu Spare Part Availability Duration | 6 Years | | Global Trade Identification Number | 09010018000177 | | Included Components | NH-U12S chromax.black | | Item Dimensions L X W X H | 15.8L x 12.5W x 7.1H centimetres | | Item Weight | 580 Grams | | Manufacturer | Noctua | | Manufacturer Part Number | NH-U12S CH.BK | | Model Number | NH-U12Schromaxblack | | Mounting Type | Chassis Mount | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Number Of Packs | 1 | | Product Warranty | 6 year manufacturer’s warranty | | Upc | 841501100178 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Noctua - **Cooler heat sink material:** Copper, Aluminium - **Cooler heatsink compatibility:** Intel LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x, AMD AM5 & AM4 - **Item weight:** 580 Grams - **Product dimensions:** 15.8L x 12.5W x 7.1H centimetres ## Images ![NH-U12S chromax.black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Qu6DEtTlL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Incredible Air Cooler *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 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. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ a GREAT cooler with no fuss or fancy RGB, it "just" cools your CPU but does it REALLY well :) *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 16 August 2026* i bought this to replace an ageing AIO (over 10 years old) the AIO has given me years of great service but the time came to replace it, i am VERY happy with the Noctua, it's MUCH quieter that my acient AIO, and is performing perfectly.i 100% recommend this cooler! to save a little money, Noctua do pretty much the exact same model but it's grey with a non-painted heatsink (silver coloured) for £49 (as of writing this review) i paid £79 (i think) for the black version, but once it's installed inside a PC then who cares?save a little cash and buy the cheaper version, as it's basically the same perfomance, just a bit cheaper.either way though, you can't go far wrong with Noctua (this is my second Noctua product) and won't be the last. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great performance, quiet and east to install *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 7 May 2022* This cooler from Noctua is priced towards the higher end of the air cooler market but with that price comes some benefits including excellent cooling performance and low noise.Another feature of this cooler is how easy it is to fit. All of the fittings required for both Intel and AMD boards are included but kept separate so you won't get them mixed up. Installation is as simple as screwing in a couple of brackets, attaching the cooler to them and then attaching the fan.The fan is attached to the cooler in the box and it is worth paying attention to how the clips are attached when you remove the fan before installation as this will make it easy to remember when you re-attach it at the end. Another word of advice is to install the cooler before placing the motherboard in the case if possible as the cooler is quite large and it may prove difficult to attach the fan clips at the top inside the case.The cooler comes with a long screwdriver and Noctua thermal paste so the cooler provides everything you need.This is the second build in which I've used this cooler (the first time I installed the signature brown version which is otherwise identical but significantly cheaper) and both times it's been a breeze to fit. Performance is excellent and the fans can barely be heard when the PC is on.Not cheap but for me it's been worth the premium on both occasions. ## Frequently Bought Together - Noctua NH-U12S chromax.Black, 120mm Single-Tower CPU Cooler (Black) - CORSAIR 4000D AIRFLOW Tempered Glass Mid-Tower ATX Case - High-Airflow - Cable Management System - Spacious Interior - Two Included 120 mm Fans - Black - SAMSUNG 990 PRO SSD NVMe M.2 PCIe Gen4, M.2 2280 Internal Solid State Hard Drive, Seq. 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