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The main differences between Noctua NH-D12L and Noctua NH-L9a-AM5 are in Supported Sockets, Noise Level, Fan RPM and Height.
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Noctua NH-D12L Low-Height Dual-Tower CPU Cooler 120mm Brown
Noctua NH-D12L
Noctua NH-L9a-AM5 Low-Profile CPU AMD AM5 Brown
Noctua NH-L9a-AM5
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Brand
Noctua
Brand
Noctua
Model
NH-D12L
Model
NH-L9a-AM5
Release Date
📅 April 2022
Release Date
📅 January 2023
* First availability for purchase, it may not correspond to the actual market launch date.
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Compatible PC parts
Processors ► Motherboards ► Cases ►
Compatible PC parts
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Supported Sockets
  • AM4
  • AM5
  • LGA1150
  • LGA1151
  • LGA1155
  • LGA1156
  • LGA1200
  • LGA1700
  • LGA1851
  • LGA2011
  • LGA2011-3
  • LGA2066
Supported Sockets
  • AM5
Liquid Cooler
No
Liquid Cooler
No
Bearing Type
SSO2
Bearing Type
-
Noise Level
22.6 dB
Noise Level
14.8 - 23.6 dB
Fan RPM
450 - 2000 RPM
Fan RPM
600 - 2500 RPM
Height
145 mm
Height
37 mm

Comparison and key differences summary

Reasons to buy the Noctua NH-D12L:

  • Supports the following socket formats: AM4, LGA1150, LGA1151, LGA1155, LGA1156, LGA1200, LGA1700, LGA1851, LGA2011, LGA2011-3, LGA2066
  • Generally quieter under full load

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Reasons to buy the Noctua NH-L9a-AM5:

  • 49% cheaper, you can save $48.64
  • Newer Product, it was released around 9 months later

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