Salve ragazzi! In questa recensione vi mostreremo e testeremo 4 fantastici prodotti Noctua appena giunti in redazione, stiamo parlando dei due dissipatori Noctua NH-U14S NH-U12S e le ventole NF-A15 NF-F12. Vedrete che hanno poco da invidiare ai top di marca e vantano, i due dissipatori, compatibilità con tutte le RAM in circolazione. Quando si parla di Noctua ci si riferisce al Leader del Settore per quanto riguarda i sistemi di raffreddamento ad Aria, ogni singolo prodotto è curato nei minimi dettagli e vengono utilizzati solo materiali di prima scelta. Andiamo ora ad elencare alcune delle tecnologie utilizzate su ventole e dissipatori. Dissipatori: NH-U12S Award-winning NH-U12 series The NH-U12S is the latest version of Noctua’s award-winning NH-U12 coolers. First introduced in 2005, the NH-U series has become a standard choice for premium quality quiet CPU coolers and won more than 400 awards and recommendations from leading international hardware websites and magazines. 100% RAM compatibility Thanks to its slim design with only 45mm fin depth, the NH-U12S will not overhang the RAM slots even with two fans installed. This gives the user full access to the memory modules on all current CPU sockets and guarantees 100% compatibility with tall heatspreaders or optional memory fans.* Classic 120mm tower size for excellent overall compatibility Standing 158mm tall, the NH-U12S is short enough to fit most modern mid- or high-end tower cases. Measuring 125mm wide (including fan and fan clips), the cooler stays clear of the top PCIe slot on standard ATX or Micro-ATX motherboards, ensuring best compatibility with SLI and CrossFire setups. NF-F12 120mm Focused Flow™ fan Recommended by more than 150 hardware publications and thousands of enthusiasts world-wide, the Noctua’s premium quality NF-F12 Focused Flow™ 120mm fan is renowned to combine superb static pressure, excellent heatsink performance and surprising quietness of operation. PWM support and Low-Noise Adaptor The NF-F12 120mm fan supplied with the NH-U12S supports 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. Anti-vibration pads and fan-clips for second NF-F12 (optional) For users who want to achieve even better performance by adding a second, optional NF-F12 fan to create a push/pull setup, the NH-U12S includes fan clips and an extra set of custom-designed anti-vibration pads that allow to off-set the rear fan by 5mm to improve acoustics in dual-fan mode. SecuFirm2™ mounting system Noctua’s SecuFirm2™ mounting systems have become synonymous with quality, safety and ease of use. Supporting Intel LGA115x (LGA1150, LGA1155, LGA1156), LGA2011 and AMD (AM3+, AM2+, FM1, FM2, FM2+), the SecuFirm2™ mounting included with the NH-U12S 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-U12S 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 Having received more than 100 awards and recommendations from hardware journalists around the world, Noctua’s NT-H1 is a proven professional grade TIM solution that provides minimum thermal resistance, excellent ease of use and outstanding reliability. 6 years warranty Noctua products are renowned for their impeccable quality and outstanding longevity. Like all Noctua fans, the supplied NF-F12 features an MTBF rating of more than 150.000 hours and the entire NH-U12S package comes with a full 6 years manufacturer’s warranty. *Some AMD mainboards violate the 96x114mm keep-out zone specified by AMD, so the NH-U12S can only be used with RAM modules of up to 40mm height on these boards. Please consult our compatibility list for details. NH-U14S Award-winning NH-U series The NH-U14S is the first 140mm model in Noctua’s award-winning NH-U series. First introduced in 2005, the NH-U series has become a standard choice for premium quality quiet CPU coolers and won more than 400 awards and recommendations from leading international hardware websites and magazines. Full RAM compatibility on LGA2011 With its 52mm slim design tailor-made for LGA2011, the NH-U14S will not overhang the RAM slots on this platform, thus guaranteeing full compatibility with tall memory modules. On some LGA115x and AMD motherboards, the front fan may overhang the first RAM slot, so standard height RAM (up to 32mm) should be chosen when using the first slot.* Reasonable size for better overall compatibility Standing 165mm tall, the NH-U14S is short enough to fit most modern high-end cases. Measuring 150mm wide (including fan and fan clips), the NH-U14S provides better compatibility with SLI and CrossFire setups as compared to tower coolers that are wider than 150mm or use fans wider than 150mm. NF-A15 140mm PWM Fan The NF-A15 is a premium quality quiet 140mm fan with a round frame that complies with Noctua’s AAO standard. Featuring sophisticated aerodynamic design measures such as Flow Acceleration Channels, the NF-A15 further improves the renowned quiet cooling performance of the award-winning NF-P14. PWM support and Low-Noise Adaptor The NF-A15 140mm fan supplied with the NH-U14S supports 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. Anti-vibration pads and fan-clips for second NF-A15 (optional) For users who want to achieve even better performance by adding a second, optional NF-A15 fan to create a push/pull setup, the NH-U14S includes fan clips and an extra set of custom-designed anti-vibration pads that allow to off-set the rear fan by 5mm to improve acoustics in dual-fan mode.* SecuFirm2™ mounting system Noctua’s SecuFirm2™ mounting systems have become synonymous with quality, safety and ease of use. Supporting Intel LGA115x (LGA1150, LGA1155, LGA1156), LGA2011 and AMD (AM3+, AM2+, FM1, FM2, FM2+), the SecuFirm2™ mounting included with the NH-U14S 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-U14S 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 Having received more than 100 awards and recommendations from hardware journalists around the world, Noctua’s NT-H1 is a proven professional grade TIM solution that provides minimum thermal resistance, excellent ease of use and outstanding reliability. 6 years warranty Noctua products are renowned for their impeccable quality and outstanding longevity. Like all Noctua fans, the supplied NF-A15 features an MTBF rating of more than 150.000 hours and the entire NH-U14S package comes with a full 6 years manufacturer’s warranty. *On LG2011, using the 5mm anti-vibration pads will make the rear fan overhang the RAM slots on the left side of the socket, so please use standard height RAM (<32mm) for this configuration. Ventole: NF-F12 Focused Flow™ Frame Designed for pressure demanding applications such as heatsinks and radiators, the Focused Flow™ frame features eleven stator guide vanes that straighten, channel and focus the airflow, which allows the NF-F12 to rival the performance of conventional fans running at much faster speeds. Varying Angular Distance and Vortex Control Notches The NF-F12’s stator guide vanes are set out in Varying Angular Distance and feature Vortex-Control Notches. Both measures help to spread the noise emission over a broader frequency spectrum and thus make the fan’s sound pattern more agreeable to the human ear. Heptaperf™ Impeller Custom designed for the new Focused Flow™ frame and to work in tandem with the eleven stator guide vanes, the NF-F12’s seven blade Heptaperf™ impeller has been carefully optimised to achieve a perfect balance between power and quietness. Stepped Inlet Design Noctua’s Stepped Inlet Design adds turbulence to the influx in order to facilitate the transition from laminar flow to turbulent flow, which reduces tonal intake noise, improves flow attachment and increases suction capacity, especially in space restricted environments. Inner Surface Microstructures With the tips of the fan blades ploughing through the boundary layer created by the Inner Surface Microstructures, flow separation from the suction side of the blades is significantly suppressed, which results in reduced blade passing noise and improved airflow and pressure efficiency. Integrated Anti-Vibration Pads Integrated Anti-Vibration Pads made from extra-soft silicone minimise the transmission of minute vibrations while maintaining full compatibility with all standard mounting systems and fan clips used on heatsinks. SSO2 Bearing The NF-F12 is the first fan to feature the further optimised second generation of Noctua’s renowned, time-tested SSO bearing. With SSO2, the rear magnet is placed closer to the axis to provide even better stabilisation, precision and durability. Metal bearing shell In order to guarantee the highest possible degree of manufacturing precision, minimum tolerance and excellent long-term stability, the NF-F12 sports a CNC milled bearing shell made entirely from brass. Custom designed PWM IC with SCD Supporting fully automatic PWM speed control, the NF-F12 uses Noctua’s novel, custom designed NE-FD1 PWM IC that integrates Smooth Commutation Drive (SCD) technology. By providing smoother torque impulses, SCD suppresses PWM switching noises and thus makes the fan quieter at lower speeds. Ultra-Low Power Consumption The NF-F12 draws only 0.6W, which is more than 50% less than many fans in the same speed range. This doesn’t only make it eco-friendly but also cuts down the electricity bill: Compared to a typical 2W fan, this allows you to save about half the price of the NF-F12 after 5 years of continuous use. Low-Noise Adaptor The NF-F12 is supplied with a Low-Noise Adaptor (L.N.A.) that reduces the maximum fan speed from 1500 to 1200rpm. The L.N.A can be used either to run the fan at a fixed speed of 1200rpm or to cap the maximum speed when using automatic PWM control. Extensive Cabling Options The fan’s short 20cm primary cable minimises cable clutter in typical applications while the supplied 30cm extension provides extended reach when necessary. Both cables are fully sleeved and a 4-pin y-cable allows to connect a second NF-F12 fan to the same PWM fan header for automatic control. 6 years manufacturer’s warranty Noctua fans are renowned for their impeccable quality and outstanding longevity. Like all Noctua fans, the NF-F12 features an MTBF rating of more than 150.000 hours and comes with a full 6 years manufacturer’s warranty. NF-A15 Succeeding the award-winning NF-P14 Noctua’s NF-P14 fan has become a default-choice among PC enthusiasts looking for a premium quality quiet 140mm fan. Thanks to its thoroughgoing aerodynamic optimisations, the NF-A15/14 provides higher static pressure and an even better airflow/noise ratio than its much acclaimed predecessor. Round 140mm frame with 150mm width The NF-A15 is tailor-made for use on today’s high-end CPU coolers: While its 150mm width matches those of most high-end heatsinks, its 140mm height doesn’t make it extend on top and thus ensures best case compatibility. The NF-A15’s standard 120mm mounting holes (105mm spacing) also make it an ideal performance upgrade for 120mm case or CPU fans. Flow Acceleration Channels The NF-A15 impeller features suction side Flow Acceleration Channels. By speeding up the airflow at the crucial outer blade regions, this measure reduces suction side flow separation and thus leads to better efficiency and lower vortex noise. AAO Frame Noctua’s AAO (Advanced Acoustic Optimisation) frames feature integrated anti-vibration pads as well as Noctua’s proprietary Stepped Inlet Design and Inner Surface Microstructures, both of which further refine the fan’s performance/noise efficiency. Stepped Inlet Design Noctua’s Stepped Inlet Design adds turbulence to the influx in order to facilitate the transition from laminar flow to turbulent flow, which reduces tonal intake noise, improves flow attachment and increases suction capacity, especially in space restricted environments. Inner Surface Microstructures With the tips of the fan blades ploughing through the boundary layer created by the Inner Surface Microstructures, flow separation from the suction side of the blades is significantly suppressed, which results in reduced blade passing noise and improved airflow and pressure efficiency. Integrated Anti-Vibration Pads Integrated Anti-Vibration Pads made from extra-soft silicone minimise the transmission of minute vibrations while maintaining full compatibility with all standard screws and other mounting systems. SSO2 Bearing The NF-A15 features the further optimised second generation of Noctua’s renowned, time-tested SSO bearing. With SSO2, the rear magnet is placed closer to the axis to provide even better stabilisation, precision and durability. Metal bearing shell In order to guarantee the highest possible degree of manufacturing precision, minimum tolerance and excellent long-term stability, the NF-A15 sports a CNC milled bearing shell made entirely from brass. Custom designed PWM IC with SCD Supporting fully automatic PWM speed control, the NF-A15 PWM uses Noctua’s novel, custom designed NE-FD1 PWM IC that integrates Smooth Commutation Drive (SCD) technology. By providing smoother torque impulses, SCD suppresses PWM switching noises and thus makes the fan quieter at low speeds. Low-Noise Adaptor The NF-A15 PWM is supplied with a Low-Noise Adaptor (L.N.A.) that reduces the maximum fan speed from 1200 to 900rpm. The L.N.A can be used either to run the fan at a fixed speed of 900rpm or to cap the maximum speed when using automatic PWM control. Extensive cabling options The fan’s short 20cm primary cable minimises cable clutter in typical applications while the supplied 30cm extension provides extended reach when necessary. Both cables are fully sleeved and a 4-pin y-cable allows to connect a second NF-A15 PWM fan to the same PWM fan header for automatic control. Ultra-Low Power Consumption Despite of its further improved performance, the NF-A15 PWM consumes only 0.96W of power, which amounts to a reduction of about 20% as compared to its predecessor. This doesn’t only make it eco-friendly but also helps to cut down the electricity bill! 6 years manufacturer’s warranty Noctua fans are renowned for their impeccable quality and outstanding longevity. Like all Noctua fans, the NF-A15 features an MTBF of more than 150.000 hours rating and comes with a full 6 years manufacturer’s warranty. NF-F12 Come tutti sappiamo la qualità costruttiva Noctua è facilmente riconoscibile, anche in questo prodotto non si smentisce, Bundle ricchissimo e tanta tanta qualità! Per le moltissime tecnologie applicate su questa ventola vi rimando direttamente al sito Noctua. Tra le caratteristiche principali sottolineamo le 7 pale e i ben 11 statori per una velocità di 1500 RPM, la rumorosità si assesta sui 19 dB(A). NF-A15 è una ventola di categoria superiore, questa ventola infatti vanta la foratura di una 120mm ma ha l'ampiezza di una 150mm, capace di garantire prestazioni superbe e rumorosità contenuta, la velocità di rotazione è di 1200 RPM per una rumorosità di soli 19,2 dB(A) con una portata d'aria di ben 115,5 m³/h in grado di garantire il raffreddamento delle CPU più calorose. Per tutte le altre info vi rimandiamo al sito Noctua. Andiamo ad esaminare la scheda: Bene ragazzi parliamo del " piccoletto " se cosi è definibile nel confronto con il fratello maggiore, partendo dalla solita qualità costruttiva noctua, il dissipatore infatti si presenta con un bundle di tutto rispetto, il peso del dissipatore con la ventola è di ben 750 grammi, senza contare che noctua ci ha fornito un altra NF-F12 PWM premium fan da montare dall'altro lato, per completare il famoso " panino ". Questi dissipatori vantano una compatibilità con tutte le RAM infatti neanche con le ventole montate avrete problemi che di solito si incontra quando si montano grossi dissipatori ad aria, le dimensioni con una ventola infatti sono: Altezza (con ventola) 158 millimetri , Larghezza (con ventola) 125 millimetri e Profondità (con ventola) 71 millimetri. I materiali utilizzati sono Rame per quanto riguarda la base e gli heat-pipes e alluminio per le alette dissipanti, per avere una migliore dissipazione. Per tutte le tecnologie utilizzate per sviluppare questo dissipatore vi rimando al sito Noctua. Altro elemento degno di nota è la piena compatibilità con tutti i socket compresi i nuovi Intel 2011-3, ne bundle come si vede dalle foto è presente tutto quello che ci necessita per montarlo. Qui siamo difronte al top di marca della serie U Noctua a singola torre 140mm di potenza dissipante, di serie monta la ventola da 150mm con agganci da 140mm ( NF-A15 PWM premium fan ). Per quanto riguarda i materiali come per il U12S la base e gli heat-pipes sono in rame mentre le alette in alluminio, il peso con ventole si aggira sui 930 grammi, le misure invece sono Altezza (con ventola) 165 millimetri, Larghezza (con ventola) 150 millimetri e Profondità (con ventola) 78 millimetri. Per quanto riguarda la compatibilità nel bundle troviamo tutto quello che serve per ogni socket in circolazione. Per quanto riguarda la ventola vi rimando alle pagine precedenti, per le altre caratteristiche invece vi rimando al sito Noctua. La configurazione utilizzata per i Test: Il 4770k verrà testato a default ( 3.5/3,9 GHZ ) e poi in Overclock stabile a 4.4 GHZ con voltaggio di 1,21v e scheda grafica dedicata. La temperatura dell'ambiente del test era di 24°C e la pasta termica applicata è la Noctua NT-H1 compresa nella confezione con entrambi i dissipatori e di ottima qualità. Per quanto riguarda i test abbiamo utilizzato Prime95 (sessioni di 30 min) per stressare la CPU e CoreTemp per le temperature. Qui troverete il Download della versione utilizzata di Prime95. Risultati dei test: Noctua NF-U12S Noctua NF-U14S Le prestazioni sono davvero molto convincenti, tanto da non far rimpiangere dissipatori più grossi e costosi. Nei nostri test entrambi i prodotti della casa Austriaca si sono dimostrati silenziosi ed efficienti. Facile il montaggio e piena compatibilità con tutti i socket e le RAM in commercio, caratteristica da non sottovalutare per chi possiede memorie con dissipatori ingombranti... Con le ventole a 7V il rumore in push&pull di entrambi i dissipatori si aggira sui 37 Decibel, mentre con le ventole a 12V sui 45 Decibel per il modello NH-U12S mentre 47 Decibel per il fratello maggiore, a singola ventola il rumore diminuisce di un paio di Decibel. Questo a sottolineare come si comportano bene le ventole in dotazione a questo modello. Le misurazioni sono state effettuate da 50 CM. Dissipatori e ventole fantastiche, la soluzione a "panino" Push-Pull è sublime e la consiglio per le funzioni di dissipazione della CPU, silenziosità ( soprattutto nell'uso quotidiano, come navigare su internet... impostandole a bassi rpm) ed infine per il flusso d'aria nel case. Da sottolineare il modello NH-U12S che ha un rapporto qualità prezzo eccezionale, cambiano le dimensioni ma non il solito standard qualitativo Noctua. Facile e solido il montaggio, gommini antivibrazione sulle ventole e lineare la superficie di dissipazione per il massimo rendimento. Detto ciò, non possiamo che assegnare 5 stelle ad entrambi i prodotti e data la qualità e la potenza dissipante, che ci ha lasciati letteralmente esterrefatti vista la superficie dissipante, conferiamo anche un premio per il lavoro fatto dal noto brand leader nel settore. NH-U12S / NH-U14S al costo di 59,90 € e 69,90€ sono davvero prodotti Best Buy! AWARD NH-U12S AWARD NH-U14S