Noctua NH-L9x65
CPU Coolers

NH-L9x65

Noctua

Released Jun 1, 2015 · Analysis updated Mar 4, 2026

Low-profile CPU cooler with excellent memory clearance, quiet operation, and a complete accessory kit including thermal compound. The Noctua NH-L9x65 scores 81/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the cpu coolers category. Coverage includes reviews from Aphnetworks, Tomshardware, Lanoc, and Techpowerup.

Critic Score

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81

based on 4 expert reviews

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Pros

  • Perfect memory clearance(3)
  • Low noise operation(2)

Cons

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4 Expert Reviews

85
Jun 12, 2015

The Noctua NH-L9x65 arrives well-packaged with comprehensive accessories and claims to be a powerful compact cooler, though actual performance remains to be tested.

85
May 7, 2021

The NH-L9x65 provides all the impressive Noctua engineering you’d expect in an exceptionally tiny footprint.

85
Apr 1, 2016

The Noctua NH-L9x65 is a compact, low-noise cooler that effectively handles moderate heat loads in small form factor builds.

68
Jul 17, 2015

The Noctua NH-L9x65 is a very quiet CPU cooler with perfect clearance on Intel systems, but its performance is lacking and it's expensive for what it offers.