Noctua NH P1 Air Cpu Cooler

Noctua NH P1 Air CPU Cooler:

The Noctua NH P1 Air CPU Cooler is a groundbreaking passive cooling solution designed for completely silent PC builds. While it provides first-rate performance for a passive cooler, it is ideal for CPUs that do not generate high heat loads and requires good natural convection or case fans for optimal performance. It features a robust copper and aluminum construction, ensuring effective heat dissipation without any moving parts. Furthermore, its broad socket compatibility makes it an excellent choice for silent, high-performance systems.

Revolutionary Passive Cooling Design:

The Noctua NH-P1 represents a revolutionary approach to CPU cooling. It operates entirely passively, meaning it uses no fans to dissipate heat. This design results in a completely silent cooling solution, ideal for environments where noise is a critical concern, such as recording studios, home theater PCs, or quiet workstations.

While the NH-P1 delivers first-rate performance for a passive cooler, it is crucial to note its specific requirements. It is not suitable for overclocking or CPUs that create high heat loads. For optimal performance, the NH-P1 strictly requires either a fanless PC case with good natural convection, an open benchtable-type setup, or a PC case with fans. Noctua provides a list of recommended cases for completely fanless systems. If necessary, Noctua recommends adding a near-inaudible 120mm fan like the NF-A12x25 LS-PWM to the heatsink for improved performance headroom.

Efficient Heat Dissipation & Premium Materials:

The NH-P1 delivers efficient cooling performance through its high-quality construction. It utilizes copper for its base and heat-pipes, known for superior thermal conductivity. Aluminum cooling fins complement the copper components, providing a large surface area for rapid heat dissipation. Soldered joints and nickel plating further enhance its durability and thermal efficiency.

This cooler achieves an NSPR (Noctua Standardised Performance Rating) of 42. This indicates its capability for effective heat management in passive setups. It is designed to handle CPUs up to a certain TDP, ensuring stable temperatures for your processor during typical workloads. The combination of premium materials and meticulous engineering ensures reliable thermal performance for sustained silent operation.

Broad Compatibility & Easy Installation:

The Noctua NH-P1 offers broad socket compatibility. It supports a wide range of Intel platforms, including LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1156, LGA1155, LGA1151, and LGA1150. For AMD systems, it is compatible with AM5 and AM4 sockets. This extensive compatibility makes it a versatile choice for new builds and upgrades across numerous generations of processors.

The cooler comes with a SecuFirm2+™ multi-socket mounting system, simplifying the installation process. This user-friendly mounting system ensures a secure and straightforward setup on both Intel and AMD motherboards. The comprehensive scope of delivery also includes NT-H2 high-grade thermal compound, known for its excellent thermal conductivity. An NA-CW1 cleaning wipe and an NM-SD1 Torx® T20 screwdriver are provided, ensuring you have everything needed for a hassle-free installation. Fan clips for an optional 120mm fan are also included, offering flexibility for semi-passive setups.

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Specifications:

Cooler Specifications:

• Socket Compatibility: Intel LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1156, LGA1155, LGA1151, LGA1150 and AMD AM5, AM4
• Height (without fan): 158 mm
• Width (without fan): 154 mm
• Depth (without fan): 152 mm
• Weight (without fan): 1180 g
• Material: Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
• NSPR: 42
• Max. TDP: See NSPR
• Fan Compatibility: 120x120x25mm (optional)

Scope of Delivery:

• NH-P1 heatsink
• SecuFirm2+™ multi-socket mounting system
• NT-H2 high-grade thermal compound
• NA-CW1 cleaning wipe
• NM-SD1 Torx® T20 screwdriver
• Fan clips for optional 120mm fan
• Noctua Metal Case-Badge