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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.
Antec Flux Pro Noctua Edition - Recommended example fan curves
17/03/2026
Discover three recommended PWM fan curves for the Antec Flux Pro Noctua Edition and compare the test results for the Quiet, Balanced and Performance profiles to optimise your PC.
A cooler for life: celebrating half a million mounting upgrade kits
05/02/2026
We have been providing free of charge mounting upgrade kits for our CPU coolers since 2006, enabling customers to re-use their coolers on new platforms.
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?
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
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
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.
NF-A12x25 G2 feature walk-through
With technologies like the Progressive Bend impeller, Centrifugal Turbulator hub, and etaPERF™ motor with SupraTorque™, the NF-A12x25 G2 stands as Noctua's most advanced 120mm fan yet.
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Introducing the Seasonic PRIME TX-1600 Noctua Edition
The Noctua Edition combines Seasonic's decades of expertise with Noctua's ultra-quiet NF-A12x25 fan, modular Noctua-themed cables, and ATX 3.1/PCIe 5.1 support for noise-sensitive builds.