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March 2010
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The editors liked
Low Profile
Acceptable Noise Levels
Build Quality
Performance
SecuFirm2 Mounting
Top Quality Design and
Performance either with stock/overclocked processor
Low noise levels even at full speed
Works with both AMD/Intel platforms
6 years of warranty
Wonderful performance
Quiet to nearly inaudible operation depending on the fan speed adapter used
Smaller size than NHD14 and NHU12P SE2 coolers allows for broader case compatibility
Price is decent for the performance and quality of the cooler
Superb Performance
Excellent Build Quality
Extremely Quiet Fans
Super Easy installation thanks to the SecuFirm 2
Top-Notch Packaging and Accessories
Six Heatpipe Design
Low-Profile Ready (NH-C14)
Provides Additional Cooling Around The CPU Region
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Exceptional performance
Extremely quiet
Mounting hardware included for use with all modern CPU sockets
Offset design helps to prevent possible clearance issues
Excellent mounting setup
Six heat pipe design
Provides cooling around the CPU socket to a
The editors didn't like
Price (For Some)
Temperatures Can Run Slightly High Under Load On Overclocked CPU
Gold
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High retail price
Installation procedure takes some time
But is straight forward
Due to product design you cannot install a second fan
Although the price is a pro
$70 for a CPU cooler can also be seen as a con to some buyers
Pricey
Color scheme might be a con for some
No Room For Second Fan In Push/Pull Config (NH-C12P SE14)
Might Interfere With Tall RAM Modules (NH-C12P SE14)
Not PWM Fans
Price
Possible interference with taller memory modules
No option to run a second fan for push/pull operation
One thing to keep in mind about the Noctua NH-C12P SE14 is that while it's designed to offer you high end cooling (which it does) it's also designed for extra compatibility with a wide range of enclosures. I think Noctua have done well with it. Th...
Abstract: I found the C12P SE14 version available online at an average price around $70 to $75. Although I suspect it may be possible to find the original version listed for less, I was unable to find any..
Exceptional performance, Extremely quiet, Mounting hardware included for use with all modern CPU sockets, Offset design helps to prevent possible clearance issues, Excellent mounting setup, Six heat pipe design, Provides cooling around the CPU socket to a
Price, Possible interference with taller memory modules, No option to run a second fan for push/pull operation, Fan wiring may be a bit too long
Noctua's NH-C12P SE14 has proven itself to be a worthy contender in today's CPU cooler market. Its quality and bundled accessories set it apart from the rest to make it more appealing. As usual, Noctua has bundled the cooler with easy to install mounti...
The conclusion here is simple and yet also very difficult. If you were looking at buying the NH-C12P SE14 for a system with an overclocked I7 processor then quite simply, don't. It just can not dissipate the heat fast enough and there are better coolers f...
The NH-C12P SE 14 is yet another great performing CPU Cooler by Noctua and although it did not perform on par with the best CPU Coolers in the market. Still it did come very close with just a few degrees difference and for an HTPC aime...
Good Performance, Easy Installation, High Quality Construction, More airflow than original, Able to fit into cases where bigger cooler can't
Nothing Major
It has been almost 2 years since we first took a look at the Noctua NH-C12P CPU Cooler (our original full review can be found here). While the Noctua Noctua NH-C12P SE14 might not be all that different from the original, it has shown in our testing th...
Size, Silent, Good looks, Excellent cooling, Peripheral cooling, SecuFirm2 mounting, Included thermal paste...
None...
The NH-C12P SE 14 is another solid offering from Noctua. When it was compared to the other high-end heatsinks tested, it performed well by comparison, falling between the NH-U9B SE2 and the Thermalright TRUE. This is an accomplishment in itself, becau...
Published: 2010-01-15, Author: Chad , review by: tweaktown.com
Previous experiences with testing Noctua coolers have always been a pleasure and the NH-C12P SE14 is no exception. Running more silent than the original version, adding a ton of airflow to both the cooler and the motherboard, and returning excellen...
Abstract: The Noctua C12P SE14 is a premium quality cooler that offers good performance at a premium price. The NF-P14 fan is very quiet at full speed and almost becomes inaudible when the low-noise adapters are used. The low height of the cooler makes it ideal for..
