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Noctua NH-C14 CPU Cooler



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CPU cover temperature, ergonomic domain (31 dBA to 36 dBA)



Thermal resistance, ergonomic domain (31 dBA to 36 dBA)



Well, it's no surprise. Similar results were produced by GlacialTech Siberia, by the way. Although still very attractive, in this mode NH-C14 is closer to typical high-end coolers like Scythe Mugen 2, Thermaltake Frio and GlacialTech Alaska than to top-end solutions like Noctua NH-D14 and Thermalright IFX-14. Like I said, NH-C14 is better tailored to noiseless environments. And even considering good results at 1200+900 rpm (dual-fan setup) and 1200 rpm (single-fan setups), it's not the optimal choice in this noisy mode.

Finally, below are the results obtained in the typical mode (at maximum fan speed) and the efficiency/noise rating based on the low-noise and ergonomic domain results.

CPU cover temperature, typical modes



Thermal resistance, typical modes



Efficiency/noise rating



Conclusions

The conclusion will be brief. According to test results, Noctua NH-C14 is a perfect choice for an HTPC rig. It's efficient, ergonomic and technological. Just remember that it's quite large and might not fit into every HTPC enclosure there is. Ascertain this before you buy.


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