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 SecuFirm2 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.Award-winning NH-D15 coolerTens of thousands of enthusiast users all over the world swear by the NH-D15 s 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 designThe 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, it s right at home in all-black builds and easy to integrate with other colour schemes.Colour-customisableUsing 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 designAs 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 layoutCompared 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 modeThanks 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 fansThe 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 AdaptorsThe 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 coolingExtending 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 systemNoctua s SecuFirm2 mounting systems have become synonymous with quality, safety and easy installation. Supporting Intel 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-U12S is straightforward to install, provides perfect contact pressure and will stand the test of time even under heavy use.Compatibility with past and future socketsThanks to Noctua s 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 compoundNoctua s 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 finsWith 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-D15 s fins are soldered to the heatpipes in order to guarantee a superior thermal interface that doesn t deteriorate even after many years of usage.
| Performance | |
| Suitable location: | Processor |
| Type: | Cooler |
| Fan diameter: | 15 cm |
| Supported processor sockets: | LGA 1150 (Socket H3), LGA 1151 (Socket H4), LGA 1155 (Socket H2), LGA 1156 (Socket H), LGA 2011 (Socket R), LGA 2011-v3 (Socket R), LGA 2066, Socket AM2, Socket AM2+, Socket AM3, Socket AM3+, Socket AM4, Socket FM1, Socket FM2, Socket FM2+ |
| Compatible processor series: | AMD A, Intel® Celeron®, Intel® Core i3, Intel® Core i5, Intel® Core i7, Intel® Core i9, Intel® Pentium® |
| Rotational speed (min): | 300 RPM |
| Rotational speed (max): | 1500 RPM |
| Rotational speed with LNA (max): | 1200 RPM |
| Noise level (high speed): | 24.6 dB |
| Noise level with LNA (max): | 19.2 dB |
| Airflow: | 140.2 m³/h |
| Airflow with LNA (max): | 115.5 m³/h |
| Maximum air pressure: | 2.08 mmH2O |
| Maximum air pressure with LNA: | 1.51 mmH2O |
| Pulse-width modulation (PWM) support: |  |
| Bearing type: | Self-Stabilising Oil-pressure Bearing (SSO) |
| Design | |
| Product colour: | Black |
| Base plate material: | Copper |
| Number of fans: | 2 fan(s) |
| Fins material: | Aluminium |
| Fan connector: | 4-pin |
| Power | |
| Power supply: | 1.56 W |
| Rated voltage: | 12 V |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width: | 150 mm |
| Depth: | 161 mm |
| Height: | 165 mm |
| Weight: | 1.32 kg |
| Heatsink weight: | 980 g |
| Package width: | 190 mm |
| Package depth: | 268 mm |
| Package height: | 235 mm |
| Package weight: | 2.22 kg |
| Packaging content | |
| Package type: | Box |
| Cables included: | Fan |
| Other features | |
| Heatsink dimensions (W x D x H): | 150 x 135 x 160 mm |
| Mean time to failure (MTTF): | 150000 h |
| Logistics data | |
| Harmonized System (HS) code: | 84733080 |
| Master (outer) case width: | 415 mm |
| Master (outer) case length: | 509 mm |
| Master (outer) case height: | 573 mm |
| Master (outer) case gross weight: | 20.4 kg |
