Noctua NH-U9S
CPU Coolers

NH-U9S

Noctua

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

CPU cooler with high build quality, smooth polished edges, NT-H1 thermal compound, and compact 92mm size for mini-ITX builds. The Noctua NH-U9S scores 87/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the cpu coolers category. Coverage includes reviews from Relaxedtech, Aphnetworks, Modders-inc, and Tech-legend.

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87

based on 4 expert reviews

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Pros

  • Amazing thermal compound (nt-h1)(2)
  • Compact 92mm size(2)

Cons

  • Pricey(2)

4 Expert Reviews

95
Sep 24, 2016

Noctua's NH-U9S is a huge improvement in every way compared to the previous generation NH-U9B SE2.

85
Jan 8, 2021

The Noctua NH-U9S chromax.black offers a compact, all-black design with excellent packaging and premium accessories for users with height restrictions or aesthetic preferences.

85

The NH-U9B SE2 comes with a pair of NF-B9 fans out of the box but the NH-U9S easily bests its thermal performance with its single NF-A9 fan.

82
Jul 4, 2020

The Noctua NH-U9S is a good and small CPU cooler that offers great performance and clearance for both RAM modules and the graphics card.