Built on the basis of the legendary NH-D14 and carrying on its quest for ultimate quiet cooling performance, Noctua’s flagship model NH-D15 is an elite-class dual tower cooler for the highest demands. Its expanded heatpipe layout and two premium grade NF-A15 140mm fans with PWM support for automatic speed control allow it to further improve the NH-D14’s award-winning efficiency. Topped off with the trusted, pro-grade SecuFirm2™ multi-socket mounting system, Noctua’s proven NT-H1 thermal compound and full 6 years manufacturer’s warranty, the NH-D15 forms a complete premium quality solution that represents a deluxe choice for overclockers and silent-enthusiasts alike.
Dimensions |
W |
D |
H |
Without fan |
150mm |
135mm |
160mm |
With fans |
150mm |
161mm |
165mm |
Weight |
1320g (980g without fans) |
Heatsink Material |
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating
Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating |
Dissipation Area |
- |
Mounting Type |
Backplate and Clip (SecuFirm2) |
CPU Sockets |
Intel LGA2066, LGA2011-0 & LGA2011-3 (Square ILM), LGA1156, LGA1155, LGA1151, LGA1150, LGA1200, LGA1700 & AMD AM2, AM2+, AM3, AM3+, FM1, FM2, FM2+ (backplate required), AM4 with NM-AM4 |
Fan Size |
2 x NF-A15 PWM 140mm |
Fan rpm |
300 - 1500rpm 1200rpm Max with LNA Adapter |
Fan Noise |
24.6 / (19.2 with LNA) dBA |
Fan Airflow |
140.2m³/h (115.5m³/h with adapter) |
Fan Connector |
4pin PWM |
Thermal Grease |
NT-H1 high-grade thermal compound |
Based on the award-winning NH-D14
Noctua's
NH-D14 has received more than 350 awards and recommendations from leading international hardware websites and magazines, making it one of the most successful premium heatsinks ever built. With its expanded layout and dual NF-A15 fans, the
NH-D15 further improves the D14's much acclaimed quiet cooling performance.
6 heatpipe dual tower design
As compared to conventional single tower heatinks, the NH-D15's fine-tuned six heatpipe dual tower design provides more surface area, better heat-distribution and superior airflow efficiency in dual fan mode.
Widened fin stack and expanded heatpipe layout
Compared to the
NH-D14, the NH-D15's fin-stack has been widened from 140 to 150mm and its heatpipes are now spaced further apart, which allows for a more uniform heat distribution over a larger surface area and thus contributes to the NH-D15's superior efficiency.
High RAM compatibility in single fan mode
Thanks to its recessed lower fins, the NH-D15 provides 64mm clearance for tall memory heatsinks in single fan mode, making it compatible with most high end RAM modules on the market. In dual fan mode, the NH-D15 should be used with standard height RAM (up to 32mm).*
Dual NF-A15 140mm fans
The NH-D15 features two of Noctua's premium class
NF-A15 140mm fans. Complying with Noctua's AAO standard and featuring sophisticated aerodynamic design measures such as Flow Acceleration Channels, the
NF-A15 has quickly built up a reputation as one of the best 140mm fans on the market.
PWM support and Low-Noise Adaptor
The
NF-A15 premium fans supplied with the
NH-D15 support PWM for convenient automatic speed control through the mainboard. In addition, the maximum fan speed can be reduced from 1500 to 1200rpm using the supplied Low-Noise Adaptor for even quieter operation.
Excellent component cooling
Extending below the fin-stacks, the large
NF-A15 fans not only contribute to the
NH-D15's superb CPU cooling capabilities but also provide massive airflow over surrounding motherboard components and heatsinks, thus ensuring excellent component cooling performance.
SecuFirm2™ mounting system
Noctua's SecuFirm2™ mounting systems have become synonymous with quality, safety and ease of use. Supporting Intel LGA115x (LGA1150, LGA1151, LGA1155, LGA1156), LGA2011, LGA2066 and AMD (AM3(+), AM2(+), FM1, FM2(+)), the SecuFirm2™ mounting included with the NH-D15 guarantees perfect contact pressure and maximum convenience on all current sockets.
Compatibility with past and future sockets
Complying with the open SecuFirm™ standard, the
NH-D15 can be made compatible with the older LGA1366 and LGA775 sockets using the optional
NM-I3 mounting kit, which is provided by Noctua free of charge. If technically possible, Noctua will also provide upgrade kits for future sockets.
NT-H1 thermal compound
Noctua's much-acclaimed
NT-H1 is a well proven pro-grade TIM solution that provides minimum thermal resistance, excellent ease-of-use and outstanding reliability, which makes it suitable for use in professional server and workstation environments.
6-year manufacturer’s warranty
Noctua products are renowned for their impeccable quality and outstanding longevity. Like all Noctua fans, the supplied
NF-A15's feature an MTTF rating of more than 150.000 hours and the entire
NH-D15 package comes with a full 6-year manufacturer's warranty.
*In chassis with more than 165mm CPU cooler clearance, the front fan can be moved upwards to make room for memory modules taller than 32mm.