NH-D15S

Name: Noctua NH-D15S
Brand: Noctua
Rating: 89 (3 reviews)

Released Apr 1, 2016 · Analysis updated Mar 4, 2026

Premium CPU cooler provides excellent cooling with low noise and broad compatibility. The Noctua NH-D15S scores 89/100 based on 3 expert reviews in the cpu coolers category. Coverage includes reviews from Relaxedtech, Techpowerup, and Tech-legend.

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Pros

Premium build quality(3)
Low noise levels(3)
Easy to use(2)
Excellent cooling(2)
High compatibility(2)

Cons

High price(3)
Bulky design(2)

3 Publication Reviews

Independent publication09/2016

Independent publicationSep 5, 2016

The NH-D15S offers perfect compatibility with the memory and video cards and it performs just as good as the regular NH-D15 with only one fan.

Established publication04/2016

Established publicationApr 5, 2016

Noctua's NH-D15S offers excellent cooling performance with ultra-low noise levels and high compatibility, though it comes at a premium price.

Independent publication11/2020

Independent publicationNov 12, 2020

The Noctua NH-D15S chromax.black is a high-performance CPU cooler with excellent cooling, good clearance, and silent operation, though its large size may be a concern for some cases.