All stock codes associated to this product
NHD15CHBK, NH-D15-CH-BK, II40227
Noctua NH-D15 Chromax Black
Overview
The NH-D15 chromax.black is an all-black version of Noctua’s award-winning
flagship model NH-D15 premium-quality quiet CPU cooler. Thanks to the same
proven dual-tower heatsink design and NF-A15 PWM fans, it stays true to the
NH-D15’s successful formula of rivalling the performance of all-in-one water
coolers while maintaining superb quietness of operation. At the same time, the
chromax.black version with its black fans and black coated heatsink combines
these assets with a sleek stealth look. Topped off with the renowned SecuFirm2â„¢
multi-socket mounting system, Noctua’s enthusiast-grade NT-H1 thermal compound
and a full 6-year manufacturer’s warranty, the NH-D15 chromax.black is a deluxe
choice for both overclockers and silent enthusiasts who seek an elite-class
heatsink that looks just as great as it cools.
Features
Award-winning NH-D15 cooler
Tens of thousands of enthusiast users all over the world swear by the NH-D15s
quality and performance. Recommended by more than 200 international hardware
websites and magazines, it is renowned for being one of the best high-end
coolers on the market.
chromax.black design
The NH-D15 chromax.black is black from head to toe: Featuring a black coated
heatsink, black fans with black anti-vibration-pads, black fan clips and black
mounting parts, its right at home in all-black builds and easy to integrate with
other colour schemes.
Colour-customisable
Using the optional NA-HC3 and NA-HC4 heatsink covers as well as the NA-SAVP3
anti-vibration pads (available in black, blue, green, red, yellow, white), the
NH-D15 chromax.black can be fully customised to fit popular build colour schemes
such as black and red or black and white.
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 Adaptors
The NF-A15 premium fans supplied with the NH-D15 support PWM for convenient
automatic speed control through the motherboard. In addition, the maximum fan
speed can be reduced from 1500 to 1200rpm using the supplied Low-Noise Adaptors
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 multi-socket mounting system
Noctuas SecuFirm2 mounting systems have become synonymous with quality,
safety and easy installation. Supporting Intel LGA1200, LGA115x (LGA1150,
LGA1151, LGA1155, LGA1156) and LGA20xx (LGA2066, LGA2011-0, LGA2011-3), as well
as AMD AM4, AM3(+), AM2(+), FM2(+) and FM1, the SecuFirm2 mounting included with
the NH-D15 is straightforward to install, provides perfect contact pressure and
will stand the test of time even under heavy use.
Compatibility with past and future sockets
Thanks to Noctuas SecuFirm ecosystem, the NH-D15 can be made compatible with
the older LGA1366 and LGA775 sockets using the optional NM-I3 mounting kit,
which is provided free of charge. If technically possible, Noctua will also
provide upgrade kits for future sockets, which makes the NH-D15 a safe long-term
investment.
NT-H1 thermal compound
Noctuas much-acclaimed NT-H1 is a pro-grade TIM solution that provides
minimum thermal resistance, excellent ease of use and outstanding reliability.
Chosen again and again by overclockers and enthusiast users worldwide, it has
established itself as a benchmark for premium-quality thermal compounds.
Soldered interface between heatpipes and fins
With many heatsinks, the fins are press-fitted to the heatpipes. Due to the
different thermal expansion coefficients of copper and aluminium, this fit can
loosen over years of thermal cycling, which may lead to reduced performance. By
contrast, the NH-D15s fins are soldered to the heatpipes in order to guarantee a
superior thermal interface that doesnt deteriorate even after many years of
usage.
6-year manufacturers 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.
Specifications
Cooler
Specification |
|
Socket
compatibility |
Intel LGA2066,
LGA2011-0 & LGA2011-3 (Square ILM), LGA1200, LGA1156, LGA1155,
LGA1151, LGA1150 & AMD AM2, AM2+, AM3, AM3+, FM1, FM2, FM2+ (backplate
required), AM4 |
Height
(without fan) |
160
mm |
Width
(without fan) |
150
mm |
Depth
(without fan) |
135
mm |
Weight
(without fan) |
980
g |
Height
(with fan) |
165
mm |
Width
(with fan) |
150
mm |
Depth
(with fan) |
161
mm |
Weight
(with fan) |
1320
g |
Material |
Copper
(base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints &
nickel plating |
Max.
TDP |
see CPU
compatibility list |
Fan
compatibility |
140x150x25
(with 120mm mounting holes), 140x140x25 (with 120mm mounting holes),
120x120x25 |
Scope
of delivery |
Black
NH-D15 heatsink |
|
2x
NF-A15 HS-PWM chromax.black premium fan |
|
2x
Low-Noise Adaptor (L.N.A.) |
|
4-pin
PWM Y-cable |
|
NT-H1
high-grade thermal compound |
|
Black
SecuFirm2 Mounting Kit |
|
Noctua
Metal Case-Badge |
Warranty |
6
Years |
FAN
Specification |
|
Model |
2x
Noctua NF-A15 HS-PWM chromax.black |
Bearing |
SSO2 |
Max.
rotational speed (+/- 10%) |
1500
RPM |
Max.
rotational speed with L.N.A. (+/- 10%) |
1200
RPM |
Min.
rotational speed (PWM, +/-20%) |
300
RPM |
Max.
airflow |
140,2 m/h |
Max.
airflow with L.N.A. |
115,5 m/h |
Max.
acoustical noise |
24,6
dB(A) |
Max.
acoustical noise with L.N.A. |
19,2
dB(A) |
Voltage
range |
12
V |
MTTF |
>
150.000 h |