DeepCool Assassin IV vs Noctua NH-U12A
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Key differences
- •Noctua NH-U12A has lower Max noise (22.6 dBA vs 29 dBA)
- •DeepCool Assassin IV has higher Rated TDP / cooling capacity (280 W vs 220 W)
- •DeepCool Assassin IV has higher RAM clearance (48 mm vs 45 mm)
- •Noctua NH-U12A has lower Cooler height (158 mm vs 164 mm)
Full spec comparison
Spec
DeepCool Assassin IV
Noctua NH-U12A
Cooling
Cooler typeAirAir
Rated TDP / cooling capacity280 W▲220 W
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700AM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200
Heatpipes77
Cooler height164 mm158 mm▲
Fans & Noise
Included fans22
Fan size140 mm120 mm
Max noise29 dBA22.6 dBA▲
RGB lightingNoNo
RAM clearance48 mm▲45 mm