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The main differences between Zalman CNPS5X PERFORMA and Noctua NH-D15 G2 chromax.Black are in Supported Sockets, Noise Level, Fan RPM and Height.
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Zalman CPU Cooler CNPS5X PERFORMA
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Noctua NH-D15 G2 chromax.Black Dual Tower NF-A14x25r G2 fans
Noctua NH-D15 G2 chromax.Black
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Brand
Zalman
Brand
Noctua
Model
CNPS5X PERFORMA
Model
NH-D15 G2 chromax.black
Release Date
📅 February 2014
Release Date
📅 November 2025
* First availability for purchase, it may not correspond to the actual market launch date.
User reviews
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(130 reviews)
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Compatible PC parts
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Supported Sockets
  • AM2
  • AM2+
  • AM3
  • AM3+
  • FM1
  • FM2
  • FM2+
  • LGA1150
  • LGA1151
  • LGA1155
  • LGA1156
  • LGA1200
  • LGA775
Supported Sockets
  • AM4
  • AM5
  • LGA1150
  • LGA1151
  • LGA1155
  • LGA1156
  • LGA1200
  • LGA1700
  • LGA1851
Liquid Cooler
No
Liquid Cooler
No
Bearing Type
Unknown
Bearing Type
-
Noise Level
20.0 - 32.0 dB
Noise Level
24.8 dB
Fan RPM
1400 - 2800 RPM
Fan RPM
1500 RPM
Height
134 mm
Height
168 mm
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Comparison and key differences summary

Reasons to buy the Zalman CNPS5X PERFORMA:

  • 13% cheaper, you can save $22.03
  • Supports the following socket formats: AM2, AM2+, AM3, AM3+, FM1, FM2, FM2+, LGA775

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Reasons to buy the Noctua NH-D15 G2 chromax.Black:

  • Newer Product, it was released around 12 years later
  • Supports the following socket formats: AM4, AM5, LGA1700, LGA1851
  • Generally quieter under full load

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