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Noctua NH-U12A vs Scythe Fuma 3

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Key differences

  • Scythe Fuma 3 has higher RAM clearance (70 mm vs 45 mm)
  • Noctua NH-U12A has higher Heatpipes (7 vs 6)
  • Noctua NH-U12A has lower Max noise (22.6 dBA vs 25 dBA)
  • Scythe Fuma 3 has higher Rated TDP / cooling capacity (240 W vs 220 W)
  • Scythe Fuma 3 has lower Cooler height (154 mm vs 158 mm)

Full spec comparison

Spec
Noctua NH-U12A
Scythe Fuma 3
Cooling
Cooler typeAirAir
Rated TDP / cooling capacity220 W240 W
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200AM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Heatpipes76
Cooler height158 mm154 mm
Fans & Noise
Included fans22
Fan size120 mm120 mm
Max noise22.6 dBA25 dBA
RGB lightingNoNo
RAM clearance45 mm70 mm

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