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Noctua NH-U12P SE1366 CPU Cooler Review |
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Written by Chris Smith
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Saturday, 14 March 2009 00:32 |
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Noctua NH-U12P SE1366 CPU Cooler Review.
Noctua have created a great reputation for creating effective coolers, whilst at the same time managing to keep noise within acceptable levels. They make no compromise on quality and consequently their products are in the premium end of the market.
This is not a new product, there is a NH-U12P available for 775 and AMD sockets. This is a special edition kit for the I7 Nehalem processors, socket 1366. Retailing in the UK at around £56 at first sight that seems a steep price for an air cooler, however unlike other premium air cooler manufacturers, Noctua coolers usually come with a fan. This kit goes one better and comes with two fans, these are the NF-P12 Premium Noctua NF-P12 ) Normally retailing at £17 each , you can see the price starts to make some sense. So let's see if that price is justified.
First up, company info about Noctua.
"Noctua arises from a cooperation between the Austrian Rascom Computerdistribution Ges.m.b.H and the Taiwanese Kolink International Corporation and entertains a development partnership with the Austrian Institute of Heat Transmission and Fan Technology (Österreichisches Institut für Wärmeübertragung und Ventilatorentechnik, ÖIWV). These connections form the key to the achievement of our goal: The partnership with the ÖIWV permits the application of scientific measurement instrumentation, methods of calculation and simulation technology in the R&D process. Rascom's long, customer-oriented experience in developing and distributing sound-optimised high-end products ensures a clear focus on the users' needs. The use of Kolink's advanced manufacturing technology and ultra-modern production plants allows us to efficiently implement our technical edge and provide solutions of the highest standard in quality and performance."
Next, the package and contents...
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