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product_id: 368317204
title: "NH-U12A chromax.Black, 120mm Single-Tower CPU Cooler (Black)"
brand: "noctua"
price: "$8141"
currency: MXN
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 9
category: "Noctua"
url: https://www.desertcart.mx/products/368317204-nh-u12a-chromax-black-120mm-single-tower-cpu-cooler-black
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region: Mexico
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# 22.6 dB whisper-quiet noise 1500 RPM max fan speed 102.1 CFM airflow NH-U12A chromax.Black, 120mm Single-Tower CPU Cooler (Black)

**Brand:** noctua
**Price:** $8141
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ❄️ Stay cool, stay ahead — the ultimate silent powerhouse for your rig!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** NH-U12A chromax.Black, 120mm Single-Tower CPU Cooler (Black) by noctua
- **How much does it cost?** $8141 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.mx](https://www.desertcart.mx/products/368317204-nh-u12a-chromax-black-120mm-single-tower-cpu-cooler-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

- • **Compact Yet Powerful:** 120mm size fits most towers without blocking RAM or PCIe slots—perfect compatibility.
- • **Effortless Installation:** Includes premium NT-H1 thermal paste and SecuFirm2 mounting for Intel & AMD sockets.
- • **Whisper-Quiet Dual Fans:** Dual NF-A12x25 fans with PWM and Low-Noise Adaptors deliver peak cooling silently.
- • **Sleek All-Black Elegance:** Chromax.Black design seamlessly complements any modern build aesthetic.
- • **Award-Winning Cooling Mastery:** Over 100 international accolades prove unmatched thermal performance.

## Overview

The Noctua NH-U12A chromax.Black is a premium 120mm single-tower CPU cooler featuring award-winning heatsink technology, dual ultra-quiet NF-A12x25 fans with PWM control, and a sleek all-black design. Engineered for top-tier performance and compatibility, it fits most tower cases without obstructing RAM or PCIe slots. It includes high-end thermal paste and an easy-to-use mounting system compatible with Intel and AMD sockets, backed by a 6-year warranty. Ideal for professionals and enthusiasts seeking silent, efficient cooling for high-end CPUs.

## Description

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Review: Professional Grade Results, worth the Price. - It’s a premium product for a premium price. If you can swing the price the cooler is definitely worth it. It was packaged well, easy to install and it works. Keeps my 9900X cool while gaming. I have always preferred air cooling because they dont require disassembly for maintenance like AIOs. I have always herd that Noctua is the best around when it comes to air coolers and I now see why. My temps range from 41c idle to 45-65+ C while gaming. Ease of installation, low noise, looks and performance are the reason I recommend this cooler to any PC builder if you can afford it. The only real con is the price, it’s not cheap but it’s probably the best 120mm air cooler on the market
Review: Amazing CPU cooler - It’s a premium product for a premium price. If you can swing the price the cooler is definitely worth it. It was packaged well, easy to install and it works. Keeps my 13700K cool while gaming. I keep coming back to air cooling due to the noise associated with AIOs. Noctua is the best around when it comes to air coolers and this thing does it’s job. My temps range from 30 c idle to 45-65+ C while gaming. Ease of installation, low noise, looks and performance are the reason I keep coming back to this cooler. The only real con is the price, it’s not cheap but it’s probably the best 120mm air cooler on the market.

## Features

- Proven premium heatsink (more than 100 awards and recommendations from international hardware websites), now available in an all-black design that goes great with many colour schemes
- Top-tier performance in 120mm size for excellent compatibility: fits most tower cases (158mm height), doesn’t overhang the RAM slots, doesn’t block the PCIe on most ATX & Micro-ATX motherboards
- Dual state-of-the-art NF-A12x25 120mm fans with Low-Noise Adaptors 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 | B098XP1Y38 |
| Air Flow Capacity | 102.1 Cubic Feet Per Minute |
| Best Sellers Rank | #32 in Computer CPU Cooling Fans |
| Brand | Noctua |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (2,669) |
| Date First Available | October 11, 2021 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 09010018000245 |
| Item Weight | 2.64 pounds |
| Item model number | NH-U12Achromaxblac |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer | Noctua |
| Material | Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 1500 RPM |
| Noise Level | 22.6 Decibels |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Power Connector Type | 4-Pin |
| Product Dimensions | 4.92"L x 4.41"W x 6.22"H |
| UPC | 768645700722 |
| Voltage | 12 Volts |

## Product Details

- **Air Flow Capacity:** 102.1 Cubic Feet Per Minute
- **Brand:** Noctua
- **Compatible Devices:** Desktop
- **Cooling Method:** Air
- **Material:** Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
- **Maximum Rotational Speed:** 1500 RPM
- **Noise Level:** 22.6 Decibels
- **Power Connector Type:** 4-Pin
- **Product Dimensions:** 4.92"L x 4.41"W x 6.22"H
- **Voltage:** 12 Volts

## Images

![NH-U12A chromax.Black, 120mm Single-Tower CPU Cooler (Black) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Ww6xZa1aL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I have an lga1700 i9 12900k, will this keep it cool enough for video and photo editing as well as fps gaming?**
A: Yes it should cool a 12900k just fine. I have this cooler on  the 12900ks and it cools well. I leave it encoding video for 24hr sometimes and have had no problems.  The cpu definitely runs hot. You can feel the warm air blowing off but the heat sync is affective.

**Q: Does this support LGA1700 out of the box, does it include any necessary kits/mounting brackets?**
A: Not entirely sure, but rather than asking here, I'd ask on the Noctua site. It may be harder to get a straight answer from consumers than directly from the company. I'm sure there's an email on the site you can send a message to. Noctua is good with follow up. I know mine came with brackets for both AMD and Intel, but I'm an AMD guy, so I don't know if LGA1700 is one of the Intel brackets this thing supports. Hope that helps.

**Q: Any insights from early adopters regarding the coating's longevity? I wonder if it will dry/crack/peel-off after years of use. Thanks**
A: I have a feeling that it's anodized aluminum, not a coating, so it shouldn't dry/crack/peel. Just a theory though.

**Q: Is this good enough to cool a Ryzen 7 5800X?**
A: I have Ryzen 7 5800x and use this version of chromax. You will not be dissappointed. Just make sure your fans pointing correct direction

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Professional Grade Results, worth the Price.
*by J***S on November 14, 2025*

It’s a premium product for a premium price. If you can swing the price the cooler is definitely worth it. It was packaged well, easy to install and it works. Keeps my 9900X cool while gaming. I have always preferred air cooling because they dont require disassembly for maintenance like AIOs. I have always herd that Noctua is the best around when it comes to air coolers and I now see why. My temps range from 41c idle to 45-65+ C while gaming. Ease of installation, low noise, looks and performance are the reason I recommend this cooler to any PC builder if you can afford it. The only real con is the price, it’s not cheap but it’s probably the best 120mm air cooler on the market

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing CPU cooler
*by C***0 on February 4, 2024*

It’s a premium product for a premium price. If you can swing the price the cooler is definitely worth it. It was packaged well, easy to install and it works. Keeps my 13700K cool while gaming. I keep coming back to air cooling due to the noise associated with AIOs. Noctua is the best around when it comes to air coolers and this thing does it’s job. My temps range from 30 c idle to 45-65+ C while gaming. Ease of installation, low noise, looks and performance are the reason I keep coming back to this cooler. The only real con is the price, it’s not cheap but it’s probably the best 120mm air cooler on the market.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These fans are the best.
*by M***N on July 17, 2023*

I have used Noctua cooling products exclusively over the last several years of building PCs for myself and for my family, friends and clients. There is always a consistent level of quality that comes from Noctua that has more than served me well. I just completed another DAW PC build using the Noctua NH-U12A chromax Black CPU cooler. I used this cooler on an Intel i9 processor and an ASUS motherboard in a 4U rackmount case with 3 other Noctua fans. This system now runs much cooler than the prior i7 based system I had running for my recording studio. This massive heat sink with two 120 mm fans gets the job done. The only slight issue that I encountered but I fully anticipated was the height of this unit in terms of the 4U rack case. It did fit but without any room to spare for the top of the case. There was a slight bulge where the very top bullet shaped protrusions of the cooler were slightly touching the top of the case lid. I remedied this by installing a 6" x 6" fan vent in the top of the case. It probably would have been fine the way it was but I did not want to cause any stress on the processor. Noctua now makes a special CPU cooler for a 4U rack enclosure but I preferred the two fan and larger heat sink of this particular model. All things said and done I am extremally happy with this product for my studio needs in terms of being dead quiet and being able to keep my system cool. The installation was straight forward and the instructions were intuitive and easy to follow. This is a well engineered and designed product that is well worth it's price tag. I am sure it will render years of reliable service as all of the prior Noctua products I have used in the past.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-02*