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Noctua NH-U9S chromax.black vs Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE

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Key differences

  • Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE has higher Rated TDP / cooling capacity (280 W vs 140 W)
  • Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE has higher Included fans (2 vs 1)
  • Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE has higher RAM clearance (45 mm vs 30 mm)
  • Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE has higher Heatpipes (7 vs 5)
  • Noctua NH-U9S chromax.black has lower Cooler height (125 mm vs 157 mm)

Full spec comparison

Spec
Noctua NH-U9S chromax.black
Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE
Cooling
Cooler typeAir single-towerAir dual-tower
Rated TDP / cooling capacity140 W280 W
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1700, LGA1851AM5, AM4, LGA1700, LGA1851
Heatpipes57
Cooler height125 mm157 mm
Fans & Noise
Included fans12
Fan size92 mm120 mm
Max noise22.8 dBA25.6 dBA
RGB lightingNoNo
RAM clearance30 mm45 mm

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