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Compare Noctua NL-LC1-36 vs NH-L9a-AM5

The main differences between Noctua NL-LC1-36 and Noctua NH-L9a-AM5 are in Supported Sockets, Liquid Cooler, Noise Level and Fan RPM.
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Brand
Noctua
Brand
Noctua
Model
NL-LC1-36
Model
NH-L9a-AM5
Release Date
📅 June 2026
Release Date
📅 January 2023
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Supported Sockets
  • AM4
  • AM5
  • LGA1700
  • LGA1851
Supported Sockets
  • AM5
Liquid Cooler
Yes
Liquid Cooler
No
Radiator Size
360 mm
Radiator Size
-
Noise Level
22.5 dB
Noise Level
14.8 - 23.6 dB
Fan RPM
0 - 1500 RPM
Fan RPM
600 - 2500 RPM
Height
70 mm
Height
37 mm

Comparison and key differences summary

Reasons to buy the Noctua NL-LC1-36:

  • Newer Product, it was released around 4 years later
  • Supports the following socket formats: AM4, LGA1700, LGA1851
  • Generally quieter under full load

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Reasons to buy the Noctua NH-L9a-AM5:

  • 80% cheaper, you can save $200.00

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