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Featuring advanced aerodynamic design measures such as Flow Acceleration Channels and Noctua’s AAO frame, the NF-A12x15 is a highly optimised, premium quality quiet fan in size 120x15mm. Its 15mm slim design makes the NF-A12x15 ideal for space-restricted applications such as low-profile CPU coolers or HTPC cases. The PWM version sports Noctua’s custom-designed NE-FD1 IC for fully automatic speed control via 4-pin fan headers and comes with a Low-Noise Adaptor to reduce the maximum speed during PWM control from 1850 to 1400rpm. Its superb running smoothness, reference-class SSO2 bearing and Noctua’s trusted premium quality make it an elite choice for the highest demands.
Metal-reinforced motor hub
With many larger-diameter slim fan designs, the shorter axis and bearing lead to a reduced running stability and lifespan. The NF-A12x15 uses a metal-reinforced motor hub, a measure typically found in high-speed industrial fans, in order to ensure Noctua’s signature stability and longevity.
Flow Acceleration Channels
The NF-A12x15 impeller features suction side Flow Acceleration Channels. By speeding up the airflow at the crucial outer blade regions, this measure reduces suction side flow separation and thus leads to better efficiency and lower vortex noise.
SSO2 bearing
The NF-A12x15 features the further optimised second generation of Noctua's renowned, time-tested SSO bearing. With SSO2, the rear magnet is placed closer to the axis to provide even better stabilisation, precision and durability.
Integrated anti-vibration pads
Integrated Anti-Vibration Pads made from extra-soft silicone minimise the transmission of minute vibrations while maintaining full compatibility with all standard mounting systems and fan clips used on heatsinks.
Scope of delivery
- NA-RC7 Low-Noise Adaptor (L.N.A)
- NA-YC1 4-pin PWM y-cable
- NA-EC1 30cm extension cable
- 4x NA-AV3 anti-vibration mounts
- Fan screws
15mm slim design
Having a thickness of only 15mm, the NF-A12x15 is much slimmer than standard 120x25mm fans. This makes it ideal for typical slim fan applications such as low-profile CPU coolers as well as for freeing up space by replacing standard 120x25mm fans on tower coolers, radiators or in PC cases.
Jan Eriksson
Reviewed in Sweden on February 23, 2025
What a waste of money!Started up with a high pitched soundAnd never stoped until I turned off the PC..
marcello dante
Reviewed in Italy on January 19, 2025
Ottimi materiali, silenziosa ed efficace.
Diddi
Reviewed in Germany on September 10, 2024
Der Noctua NF-A12x15 PWM ist ein herausragender Lüfter für alle, die Wert auf leisen Betrieb und hohe Effizienz legen. Mit seinen kompakten Abmessungen von 120x15 mm eignet sich dieser schmale Premium-Lüfter besonders für Anwendungen mit begrenztem Platzangebot, wie etwa in 3D-Druckern, Kompakt-PCs oder kleinen Gehäusen.Dank der PWM-Steuerung kann der Lüfter präzise an die jeweilige Wärmeabgabe angepasst werden, was eine optimale Kühlleistung bei gleichzeitig niedrigem Geräuschpegel ermöglicht. Das bewährte Design von Noctua sorgt für einen effizienten Luftstrom und einen besonders leisen Betrieb, sodass der Lüfter kaum hörbar ist, selbst bei höheren Drehzahlen.Die hohe Verarbeitungsqualität und die langlebigen Materialien tragen dazu bei, dass der NF-A12x15 PWM besonders zuverlässig und wartungsarm ist. Er überzeugt durch seine robusten Lager und eine ausgezeichnete Kühlleistung, die auch in anspruchsvollen Anwendungen überzeugen kann.Insgesamt ist der Noctua NF-A12x15 PWM eine ausgezeichnete Wahl für alle, die einen leistungsstarken und gleichzeitig leisen Lüfter suchen. Seine Kompaktheit und hohe Effizienz machen ihn zu einer wertvollen Ergänzung für jedes System, das sowohl auf Leistung als auch auf Geräuschreduzierung angewiesen ist.
Fadaboey
Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2024
Best fans out there. Price is not cheap. These slim fans move a lot of air compared to the competition. Nothing negative about the build quality. Bought these for my first ever sff build and I'm really happy with the performance. Different cable lengths available. Doesn't vibrate or make noise when installed. Acceptable noise until you run it at max speed.
محمد
Reviewed in Saudi Arabia on June 14, 2024
إذا الكيس ضيق فقط فهي احسن مراوح تبريد لكن صوت اعلى من الطبيعي ومكلفةإذا المكان وسيع فالسماكة الطبيعية افضل وأقل ازعاج وتكلفةراجع موقع نكتوا واطلع على الفروقات
Richard3107
Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2024
My Onkyo TX-NR7100 was constantly hitting triple digits (Fahrenheit), so a cooling solution was definitely needed. I’m equally not fond of the aesthetics of just placing fans over the receiver’s exhaust vents (I needed front exhaust anyway) or the prices of the much more visually appealing Infinity AIRCOM products, so it was DIY time. There are plenty of less expensive fans that I could have used, but I feel like Noctua brings a little more to the table than the others and I was still able to make this for half the cost of a front exhaust AIRCOM S10. Any other fan would have required a PWM control or adjustable voltage power adapter to reduce RPMs for quieter operation, but Noctua had me covered with the included LNA (low noise adapter) cables that drop the noise level down to a whisper quiet 34 dBA (combined) while providing solid airflow at 83 CFM (combined). I can faintly hear the fans from my main listening position that is 12’ from the receiver if the room is perfectly quiet, but that noise completely disappears at even the lowest volumes I listen to. The cooling is excellent with the highest temp I’ve seen with my laser thermometer being about 89F with the receiver’s volume up to 65 (which is the loudest I ever go), but most often the temp stays around 83F-84F, which is pretty much ideal. Exceptional materials and build quality, excellent airflow to noise ratio, a 6-year warranty, and the insane 150,000 hours MTBF made these fans an easy choice for my project.
P. Roberts
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2024
I replaced the stock fan in a Scythe Big Shuriken 3 cooler. The old fan had dried out the bearings and was starting to fail. This is a gradual process and I just hadn't noticed until my temps crept up to 95c. This fan is faster, quieter, and moves much more air. This is mounted in a SG11B-USA case. I was able to turn the fan upside down so it blows air upwards, away from the CPU and directly into the power supply, which is less than 1" away. The CPU is much cooler than it ever was with the stock fan and the noise level is so low I can't hear it. I'm seein 46c idle and 55c when compressing video now. I'm not using the low noise cable.
Customer
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2024
The Stock fan in my Jonsbo case broke randomly out of nowhere but replaced it with the Noctua. It runs much quieter than the original fan and is keeping my PC temp lower as well!
Ryan
Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2024
I installed this in my desktop, replacing an existing stock fan. Compared to the stock fan the sound produced is quieter and better sounding. The performance of the fan is better as well.It's not a cheap fan at all, but Noctua fans never disappoint. This fan is no different. It's a great option if you are looking for a high quality case fan.
DIO
Reviewed in Mexico on April 29, 2024
Pedi 2 ventiladores, son super silenciosos y enfrian bastante bien mi equipo. Lo recomiendo ampliamente
Keonyn
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2020
So I was building a new PC finally after over 5 years on the old one without upgrading a single thing. I decided I wanted to go with an AIO water cooler on this new build and I picked up a case that was setup with that in mind. Unfortunately I didn't think to consider the clearance on the motherboard and heatsinks of the memory and when the time came to install I found the motherboards memory slots were way up at the top of the board and the giant "wings" that made up the memories heatsinks made that problem even worse. When I installed the AIO with the fans that came with it they actually slightly covered the memory slots to the point even a stick without a heatsink wouldn't fit in there (just barely).I knew I'd seen thin form-factor fans before and I know Noctua has a great reputation (aside from their ugly color scheme). I picked these up and they fit on the AIO with ease and provided just enough space for the memory sticks to fit in the slots successfully. Best part is these are rated even better than the fans that came with the AIO in the first place and they are very quiet. It seems price is the only drawback to these fans as they match or exceed your average 120mm in all other respects. Of course, there's also the ugly colors but luckily on the roof of my case they aren't really seen anyway.
Mr. Noname
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2017
Haven't tested the radiator fan-temp, but on full speed, it is a bit noisy than 1350rpm Arctic F12, which I give 5 stars without hesitation.The air flow is concentrated comparing with Arctic F12, which feels like a ring air flow. I did feel the air pressure is a tad stronger at full speed.To be honest, if Arctic makes 15mm fans, I will not buy this one, because Arctic fan gave me good experience, and also provides 6 years warranty.Only reason to buy this was because I need to put 360 radiator into Define C TG, but there is not much space for regular 25mm fans.All things putting aside, this fan is excellent, only con would be the high price. However,You will get some spitter/extender cables, so considering those prices, it is fine. It is more like a fan combined with some accessaries sold for a relatively high price.Very quiet, very quality build, soft pads are big pluses.One more thing I noticed was when it is running at full speed, fan blades are invisible, which is interesting. I like it. Maybe that's the reason it used such color.I didn't plan on this review, so it is completely write as I think.Finally, I decided to change 4 stars to 5 stars.It is expensive, but everything else related to a fan is satisfying.I only have one fan, so I cannot test the radiator performance, so I will skip that.Final thoughts:For my current build, a relatively large case, I tend to use Arctic fans for 800-900rpm which return a really good temp result with almost no noise at all.If I need to build a tight small form case, I will definitely go with this one.Quietness is the only important thing for me. Otherwise, there are tons of cheap fans provide similar performance with jet engine noise.
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