Noctua NH-L9i chromax.black
Noctua NH-L9i chromax.black
The Noctua NH-L9i chromax.black processor cooler offers a low-profile, all-black design suitable for HTPC and Small Form Factor builds where space is at a premium. Thanks to its carefully selected dimensions, it fits perfectly around the processor socket area, maintaining full compatibility with memory modules and PCIe cards, including on mini-ITX motherboards. The all-black finish covers the fan, heatsink and mounting components, allowing for a unified system appearance.
Key features of the Noctua NH-L9i chromax.black processor cooler
- Low-profile cooler ideal for HTPC and SFF builds
- All-black chromax.black design including the fan
- Highly optimised NF-A9x14 fan with PWM control
- SecuFirm2 mounting system for Intel LGA115x and LGA1200 sockets
- Full compatibility with RAM modules and PCIe cards
- Includes a Low-Noise Adaptor and NT-H1 thermal paste
Fan and quiet operation
Active heat dissipation is handled by the 92mm NF-A9x14 PWM fan, which uses Self-stabilising Oil-pressure Bearing (SSO2) technology. The fan supports automatic speed control ranging from 600 to 2500RPM, which enables effective performance management based on the current processor temperature. At maximum load, it achieves an airflow of 57.43m³/h, while the maximum noise level does not exceed 23.6dB. For users who require even quieter operation, a Low-Noise Adaptor (LNA) is included in the package to reduce the maximum speed and noise level.
Construction and installation
The heatsink part of the cooler uses soldered joints between the heatpipes and aluminium fins, which guarantees long-term thermal transfer stability and prevents the joints from loosening due to thermal cycling. Reliable installation is ensured by the SecuFirm2 mounting system, which in this version is adapted for Intel platforms with LGA1150, 1151, 1155, 1156 and 1200 sockets. The package also includes NT-H1 thermal paste, which ensures minimal thermal resistance between the processor and the cooler's base.
Fan diameter:
92mm
Rotational speed:
600–2500RPM
Airflow:
57.43m³/h
Speed control:
Automatic speed control
Cooling type:
Air
Maximum noise level:
23.6dB
Bearing type:
Self-stabilising Oil-pressure Bearing (SSO2)
Specifications
Backlight
Fan speed
Technical specification
Socket
Heatpipe
Dimensions
Weight
| Code: | CT255r2cb |
| Warranty: | 60 months |
| Links: | Producer's Website: |
| Manufacturer information |
RASCOM Computerdistribution Ges.m.b.H., Linzer Strasse 237, A-1140, Wien, Rakousko [email protected] 
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