Noctua NL-LC1-42 vs NL-LC1-36 CPU Cooler Comparison

Noctua NL-LC1-42 and Noctua NL-LC1-36 are both cpu coolers with the same Supported Sockets (AM4, AM5, LGA1700, LGA1851), Fan RPM (0 - 1500 RPM) and Height (70 mm). The main differences are in Radiator Size and Noise Level.

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Noctua NL-LC1-42	Noctua NL-LC1-36
Prices (Change region) In Stock $279.95 Last updated 42 minutes ago.	Prices (Change region) In Stock $249.95 Last updated 42 minutes ago.
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Brand Noctua	Brand Noctua
Model NL-LC1-42	Model NL-LC1-36
Release Date 📅 June 2026	Release Date 📅 June 2026
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Compatible PC parts Processors ► Motherboards ► Cases ►	Compatible PC parts Processors ► Motherboards ► Cases ►
Supported Sockets AM4 AM5 LGA1700 LGA1851	Supported Sockets AM4 AM5 LGA1700 LGA1851
Liquid Cooler Yes	Liquid Cooler Yes
Radiator Size 420 mm	Radiator Size 360 mm
Noise Level 24.8 dB	Noise Level 22.5 dB
Fan RPM 0 - 1500 RPM	Fan RPM 0 - 1500 RPM
Height 70 mm	Height 70 mm