Noctua NH-U9S vs Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE
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Key differences
- •Noctua NH-U9S has higher RAM clearance (999 mm vs 45 mm)
- •Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE has higher Included fans (2 vs 1)
- •Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE has higher Rated TDP / cooling capacity (260 W vs 140 W)
- •Noctua NH-U9S has lower Cooler height (125 mm vs 155 mm)
- •Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE has higher Heatpipes (6 vs 5)
Full spec comparison
Spec
Noctua NH-U9S
Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE
Cooling
Cooler typeAirAir
Rated TDP / cooling capacity140 W260 W▲
Socket supportAM5, AM4, LGA1700, LGA1200AM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200
Heatpipes56▲
Cooler height125 mm▲155 mm
Fans & Noise
Included fans12▲
Fan size92 mm120 mm
Max noise22.8 dBA▲25.6 dBA
RGB lightingNoNo
RAM clearance999 mm▲45 mm