Expertise
All articles
Filter by category and topic
Technologies & research
Deep dives into Noctua’s innovations, cooling technology, and product development.
NF-A12x25 G2: further refined performance in all applications
The NF-A12x25 G2 represents another step up in performance, surpassing its renowned predecessor in all typical use cases.
LGA1851 offset mounting: background and benefits
Noctua’s NM-IMB8 offset mounting bars shift the cooler towards the hotspot of Intel's LGA1851 CPUs. But what sort of performance benefit does this offer?
Blog
Insights on cooling, airflow, and industry trends.
Noctua wins European Hardware Awards 2026
01/06/2026
We’re proud to have won the EHA for Best CPU Cooler and Best Fan Series for the second year in a row, as well as the award for Best ATX Case.
Why does it take so long to release black fan versions?
30/04/2026
Wonder why chromax.black fans take longer to launch? Black colouring additives alter how advanced polymers mould, meaning they require entirely new toolings and months of testing.
Guides & tutorials
Setup guides, product comparisons, and expert cooling tips.
Should I add extra fans to my Antec Flux Pro Noctua Edition?
Adding more fans to the Antec Flux Pro Noctua Edition is not recommended, but two upgrade paths are worth exploring if you prioritise low temperatures over maximum quietness.
Intel LGA1851 cooling – all you need to know
LGA1851 and LGA1700 share the same mounting system, so all Noctua coolers for LGA1700 also work with LGA1851. Here's what you need to know.
Case studies
Discover how our cooling solutions power real-world applications.
How can our NF-A4x10 support astronauts on the International Space Station?
16/04/2025
Without gravity, there's no natural airflow - so to cool space tech quietly and reliably, engineers turned to Noctua for solutions.
How Noctua fans make 45HomeLab’s HL15 chassis run cooler and quieter
16/09/2025
By opting for the Noctua upgrade option with NF-A12x25 PWM fans, HL15 users can achieve higher cooling performance and lower noise levels at the same time.
Videos
Noctua two-phase thermosiphon project: Vaporisation-enhancing evaporator surface (Computex 2026)
A microlayer of porous sintered copper enhances surface interaction by drawing liquid into the wick structure through capillary action.
Asetek Emma V2 pump with and without NL-PNA1 pump noise absorber
Experience the difference between an Asetek Emma V2 pump with and without NL-PNA1 pump noise absorber. Recorded in a hemi-anechoic chamber at a distance of 10cm with +24dB gain.
Antec Flux Pro Noctua Edition: Fan installation guide
Learn how to properly install and configure the premium NF-A14x25 G2 and NF-A12x25 G2 fans included with the Antec Flux Pro Noctua Edition. This guide covers mounting techniques using anti-vibration mounts or screws, optimal airflow patterns for air and liquid cooling, and how to utilize the pre-installed NA-FH1 fan hub for a clean, quiet build.
ASUS RTX 5080 Noctua Edition - Continuing the legacy of acoustic excellence
Featuring three NF-A12x25 G2 fans and a custom-engineered heatsink with an extensive vapor chamber, the ASUS RTX 5080 Noctua Edition GPU sets a new benchmark for near-silent performance.