Noctua NH-L9i chromax.black Review - Can it cool a 9900K?

[@NicJohnson]

Much respect for the "lower your volume" countdown.

[@TechLegend-com]

I'm glad it was useful! :)

[@DZCL-photo]

You put so much work into your benchmarks and tests - you deserve more than 2k Subscribers!

[@TechLegend-com]

Thanks!

[@NOSfusion]

Looking for a sound test of the fan; this was perfect! Thank you!!

[@TechLegend-com]

I'm glad to hear you found it useful! :)

[@NOSfusion]

Tech Legend So I ordered than fan, separately to replace my old brown fan, and the 4 screws it came with are too small. Hmm. My original screws are silver and quite jarring to look at. I feel like Noctua overlooked this and should have provided black hardware to replace the original.

[@TechLegend-com]

@@NOSfusion Send Noctua an e-mail and see what they say. They have very good customer support.

[@FredFajardo]

How to cook your processor: slap on a 65W rated low-profile cooler on a 95W rated (higher if overclocked) chip.

[@TechLegend-com]

Pretty much, but it did handle the 9900K, barely!

[@kenchao95]

@@TechLegend-com How about for an I5-8400 is this way to overkill?

[@TechLegend-com]

@@kenchao95 It should work with that CPU.

[@realwadugaming]

@@TechLegend-com how about i5-10500?

[@TechLegend-com]

@@realwadugaming It should work, but you need good airflow inside the system.

[@KCS_]

Finally a black variant from noctua

[@TechLegend-com]

Yes! :D

[@frostyzek7461]

cant hear the sound of the fan on 3:46 my cpu fans are too loud lol

[@TechLegend-com]

Lmao.

[@Antondmt1]

Hahaha

[@zero00359]

can it cool 10600K without overclock? just stock clock speed with intel turbo boost?

[@TechLegend-com]

Yes it can, but I'd recommend a better CPU cooler so you can have some headroom for overclocking in the future.

[@oXiGaming86]

I am looking into this also for my znext upgrade on a i5 10600k, it will be in a itx case Silverstone rvz01, do you think it will handle in stock settings? It will have another fan on top of it by the case.

[@TechLegend-com]

@@oXiGaming86 I am not sure, especially since that is an unlocked CPU. Are you planning any overclocking?

[@oXiGaming86]

@@TechLegend-com not at all, at the moment I have in this case i5 4690 with nhl9i and stays idle at 30-35 and load around 70, I know 10600k it's a lot higher in tdp but it might handle it or is it better nh l9x65?

[@TechLegend-com]

@@oXiGaming86 You can also look at the Scythe Big Shuriken 3 or the Phanteks LP.

[@captaincurd2681]

I have had enough of reviews. What i need is Test,Test,Test ! Thank you.

[@TechLegend-com]

You say I did not provide enough tests for the CPU cooler?

[@gdeeable]

Second time watching your reviews. Nice job! -- New Sub.

[@TechLegend-com]

Thanks for subscribing! :)

[@JamesNHurling1]

Excellent video. Liked and subscribed. I'll be getting this for my i5 8600k although I do want to upgrade to a lower TDP cpu like an 8700 or 9700 (non k). I am curious to what thermal paste method you used eg a pea size blob or evenly spread or a X shape as this is much debated.

[@TechLegend-com]

Hi James, I am using the pea size blob method, and it has never failed me. In my opinion, leaving the pressure of the cooler to spread the thermal paste is the best, as it removes any chance of trapped air or uneven spread.

[@JamesNHurling1]

Thanks I will give this a go when I swap out the corsair aio for this noctua cpu air cooler. It will be nicer to have more aire flow. I'll post back with before and after temps.

[@TechLegend-com]

@@JamesNHurling1 Great to hear, I will look forward to see what temperature you get! :)

[@JamesNHurling1]

I've installed this into my Asus ROG strix z370i (mini itx for those of you new to the game). What a pain to install! You have to line the screws up screw them in so they just come through the board, apply the paste, hold the fan from one side then screw the screws in whilst holding it together! I had to do this whilst the power and reset buttons were in too cause they're a pain to put in(why they're not just one cable or adapter these days I'm not sure, what a rediculous old standard). This was much more difficult to install than the corsair aio H75 that I used to have in there (in push pull) but boy does it look good and I have more space in the case (corsair Carbide air 240). I left it 20 mins and have now powered it on. I have 2 less fans in the case now and it's quieter. I'll do temp checks in 20 mins! Just watching a video TV episode on this PC to make sure there's no problems!

[@TechLegend-com]

@@JamesNHurling1 Thanks for the quick update James, but you shouldn't have had any trouble with the installation process. You remove the fan from the heatsink, then have the heatsink installed over the CPU and afterwards you install the fan.

[@raine777.]

I have a i5 10400, would this be able to overclock?

[@TechLegend-com]

For overclocking you need a bigger cooler.

[@raine777.]

@@TechLegend-com id assume it would be same with the turbo boost though?

[@TechLegend-com]

@@raine777. Not quite, Turbo Boost should be ok. But manual overclocking is not recommended with such a small cooler.

[@TheYadnaught]

Would this be good for a r5 3600 not oc, in a micro atx case or would lack of airflow impact this cooler

[@TechLegend-com]

The lack of airflow will impact the cooling of the CPU. What is the maximum height of the CPU cooler that your case accepts?

[@meatbleed]

Hugely helpful review. Appreciated the lowering volume countdown, as well as the benchmarks.

[@TechLegend-com]

Glad to know it was useful to you! :)

[@DreamingPhenom]

Hey man you make some of the best videos on testing and reviews. Thanks for your work

[@TechLegend-com]

Thank you and happy holidays!

[@professorh8398]

11700k capable? How do I undervolt the i7 in the msi bios? And to what?

[@TechLegend-com]

Each CPU is different and will undervolt differently. You will have to do your own research with your CPU.

[@harryf7351]

This is a great video thank you. Made me a bit more confident in using it for the 9700X!

[@TechLegend-com]

Glad I could help!

[@dullsull]

I'm building a SFF pc. I'm thinking about using a Noctua L12S on the i9 9900KF in a Nouvolo Steck case (similar to the ghost s1) Do you think that would cool it sufficiently? I do video editing so not really gaming at all :)

[@TechLegend-com]

It will cool but you can't expect to not hear the fans spinning. The Noctua L12S is better and the S variant has slightly more surface area for dissipating the heat. So you should be good, but you need to watch the temperatures and see if you get enough airflow inside the system.

[@Pureturk6]

I already have the screws mounted on the motherboard from the stock cooler, do I have to do anything from the backplate

[@TechLegend-com]

Remove the screws from the stock cooler and use those provided with the Noctua cooler.

[@Pureturk6]

@@TechLegend-com I have a acer nitro prebuilt and it already has screws on the motherboard mounted but can I still use this noctua cooler

[@TechLegend-com]

@@Pureturk6 Do you have access to the back of the motherboard?

[@Pureturk6]

@@TechLegend-com yeah but it’s like jammed it doesn’t look like it can be screwed off but I ordered a different cooler

[@TechLegend-com]

@@Pureturk6 I see. If the screws match the mounting on the Noctua cooler, then you can try.

[@taisho5474]

Can it cool a core i7-10700? (Please respond) I’m trying to build a small form factor build

[@TechLegend-com]

Perhaps, but no overclocking and you need a good airflow inside the system. I'd use a bigger cooler if I were you.

[@taisho5474]

@@TechLegend-com can you recommend a cooler under 43 mm which could cool the cpu as in trying to build inside the InWin Chopin

[@Hadezx312]

Should I have the heat pipes facing up, down, left, or right

[@TechLegend-com]

Try installing it with the heatpipes pointing up.

[@Hadezx312]

@@TechLegend-com thank you it’s my first time changing my cooler from the stock cooler. So I was confused on what direction the heat pipes should face.

[@TechLegend-com]

@@Hadezx312 Usually, it doesn't really matter the orientation of the heatpipes, unless it's a clearance issue. In the case of this cooler, it shouldn't matter that much, but for your peace of mind, have them pointing up.

[@WasabiAisu]

Been using this in my case for a while, and just noticing: Is the fan on backwards...? Pre-installed, so I never bothered looking at it before.

[@TechLegend-com]

What do you mean by backwards?

[@TheGreenReaper]

It is a downdraft fan, I believe, to cool the VRM with heat drawn from outside in its intended small form factor case with limited case airflow. An adjustable foam duct is available to improve this and prevent heat from being drawn in from the case; Noctua also uploaded the design to Printables for those with 3D printers.

[@cristianrodriguez2484]

Hello friend, do you recommend it for an i3 8350k? no oc, just normal games apex among other mini itx a07 chassis, thanks

[@TechLegend-com]

It should be ok but you need to have a good airflow inside your case.

[@tsunghan_yu]

Will this be much quieter than stock cooler for i5-9400 under full load?

[@TechLegend-com]

Yes and it is much easier to install.

[@NightcrawlerNC]

Tech Legend what about the i7 stock fan?

[@TechLegend-com]

@@NightcrawlerNC It's the same.

[@e-archive]

can you put the fan on this one onto a L9x65?

[@TechLegend-com]

You can, because both coolers use the same fan, the NF-A9x14. The only difference is that the L9x65 uses the NF-A9x14 PWM, while the NH-L9i chromax.black uses the NF-A9x14 HS-PWM chromax.black.

[@vanguardas9927]

hello, can you test this again against a wraith prism? curious to see how they stack up

[@TechLegend-com]

I can't get a Wraith Prism to review.

[@vanguardas9927]

@@TechLegend-com oh, sad, thanks for the reply though!

[@TechLegend-com]

@@vanguardas9927 It is difficult to get some coolers for a review, even if I want to buy one.

[@gorrestfump1237]

great video! how do you have less than 600 subscribers?!

[@TechLegend-com]

Thank you! You can be the 599th subscriber! :D

[@gorrestfump1237]

Tech Legend was already subscribed thanks to great content of yours in the past!

[@TechLegend-com]

@@gorrestfump1237 Ah, silly me! I thought I recognized that name of yours! I hope you had a great New Year! :)

[@maxlor6435]

I just bought this fan, are they difficult or nerveracking to install?

[@TechLegend-com]

Not at all, it is very easy to install.

[@maxlor6435]

@@TechLegend-com Alright, so I don't have to take out the motherboard or anything?

[@TechLegend-com]

@@maxlor6435 Absolutely not, this should take you no more than 3 minutes.

[@maxlor6435]

@@TechLegend-com Thank you!

[@broncochamo]

u installed the fins in the wrong direction dude. where does the heat disapate? behind the usb ports? lol

[@TechLegend-com]

It makes little difference given the airflow of the case.

[@cameronkenneth860]

is it fine for a 10400f but my case has bad airflow its an h510i or should i just get like an e sports duo, im just looking for a small cooler so even if id be like a little high id be fine, or are there any other good coolers built like this one

[@TechLegend-com]

Get a bigger cooler if your airflow is not that great. This CPU cooler is made for low TDP CPUs and a case that has good airflow. I mean, it will work with your 10400f but it won't be a low temperature.

[@ivo6919]

Is there a similar cooler for an i5 10600k? Because my CM EVO 212 dont let me use one of the dram slots. (Im using corsair vengeance rgb) This kinda looks cool, Im not thinking about oc the 10600k tho Nice review btw

[@TechLegend-com]

Depends on what motherboard are you using. You could try the NH-U12S or the NH-U12A.

[@ivo6919]

@@TechLegend-com The NH-U12S its what i been looking for, ty!!

[@jasonhulley3914]

Great review, I’ve been looking for a review where this cooler was tested with an i9.

[@TechLegend-com]

Great to hear that the video was useful! :)

[@EyefyourGf]

What would be good air cooler for i5-11400f with turbo enabled/unlocked?,i don't wan't to overspend i can always use money somewhere else?

[@TechLegend-com]

For that CPU, you need something bigger, like the Scythe Big Shuriken 3.

[@merry1694]

Stupid question, but do you think it's possible to cool a overclocked 10600K?

[@TechLegend-com]

Not really, you need a bigger cooler for that CPU.

[@VietHoang-wq8fu]

Should it be ok with i5 10400f,, inside the nzxt h510 case ? thanks for your review

[@TechLegend-com]

Should be ok, but no overclocking and make sure you have a good airflow.

[@VietHoang-wq8fu]

@@TechLegend-com Thank you very much !!

[@TechLegend-com]

@@VietHoang-wq8fu Glad to be able to help.

[@mqcapps]

When noctua says not recommended...what if you use an oc cpu but you don't routinely at hi oc speeds or..which low profile coolers are best for oc cpu?

[@TechLegend-com]

Depends on what you want from that CPU cooler and what CPU you are using. There are too many variables to just say that one particular CPU cooler is the best.

[@mqcapps]

@@TechLegend-com understood...thanks...keep up the good work

[@TechLegend-com]

@@mqcapps If you need any help, let me know.

[@gdeeable]

Just bought this for a Mini ITX i7-8700k build. While I typically use AIO Liquid coolers, for the minimal OC I prefer, I’m hoping this will be adequate.

[@TechLegend-com]

It should work, but that minimal overclocking might push it to its limits.

[@JamesNHurling1]

Did this work well on you 8700k I've ordered it to use on my i5 8600k

[@TechLegend-com]

@@JamesNHurling1 Are you planning to overclock your 8600K?

[@JamesNHurling1]

I have an i5 8600k not planning on overclocking. I'm mainly using the PC as an Htpc plugged into my TV in a Corsair Carbide Air 240 case but I need to install this (removing corsair h75 aio) and perhaps put the PC on blocks like in this article on config 5 www.silentpcreview.com/node/1430/9

[@DeepFakeLofi]

If you install the heatsink vertically rather than horizontally you get a major difference in thermals since heat rises. I have one of these smacked on an i7 9700k on an aorus z390 mtx, inside of an nr200p (sfx) case with a 2070s ftw3 ultra right below it. I do leave the case open for more airflow, but it will do just fine with the side panel on as well. When playing games like Tarkov and such, the cpu temps will occasionally spike to 86c. Before, when it was installed horizontally the same as yours, it would occasionally bump to 93c. Given today's build quality, it didn't bother me too much, but I obviously noticed a major difference when changing the positioning.

[@TechLegend-com]

True, but it also depends on your system configuration. How many fans there are, and how they are installed. I'd say that with these type of CPU coolers, each user has to do some trial and error to get the best performance possible.

[@nikolaralchev3154]

Hey man, sorry to ask but will it be good for ryzen 5 3600g without overclocking?

[@TechLegend-com]

Yes, but make sure that you have good airflow inside your PC.

[@healy7882]

Would it cool a Intel Core i7 10700F? its a 65W chip and this cooler says 65w max or would that be pushing it?

[@TechLegend-com]

You are pushing your luck with that CPU. Better have a bigger cooler and some peace of mind

[@TheSlyhound]

If I don’t over clock this could this work with an i9 9900k ?

[@TechLegend-com]

Not really, you need a bigger cooler, as the TDP is high on the 9900K.

[@teabagNBG]

how is the noise compared to a intel stock cooler?

[@TechLegend-com]

Lower.

[@chrisl7404]

is it okay for the i7 9700? i have only 70 mm of space in my case, and I cant find any other good options. it is not the k version

[@TechLegend-com]

It should be ok, but make sure you have a good airflow inside your case.

[@GauravNikoBellic]

Compared to hyper 212rgb is this better in cooling ?

[@TechLegend-com]

The Cooler Master Hyper 212 is better for cooling as it is a bigger cooler.

[@GauravNikoBellic]

@@TechLegend-com thank you for your response 🙏

[@theanonymous5121]

Does it fit for AM4? Specifically for a Mini ITX board.

[@TechLegend-com]

Yes it does, but you need the NM-AM4-L9aL9i mounting kit for AM4.

[@andresebastian9587]

Can it cool an i7 10700? Since it cannot be over clocked, will use it to game but don't really care about overcloking just that I can run smoothly and not cook up my proccesor, also it just until I can afford a better one

[@TechLegend-com]

What case are you using? I'd get something bigger for that CPU, and there are plenty of options available within this price range.

[@saadmasood4797]

Hey, I am running i7 7700k. Just changed my case to the Fractal Design Node 202 and needed a low profile cooler. I have installed the NH-L9i and at 50% load am getting close to 95 C any suggestions? I know my processor runs hot but is there any way to improve that and does the low noise adaptor being on making a difference. Idling around 50 C

[@TechLegend-com]

Yes, that low noise adapter reduces the speed of the fan. In your case, you should not use it at all, also expect the fan to run at close to its maximum speed to manage the temperatures.

[@saadmasood4797]

@@TechLegend-com Thanks for the response man! I think I am gonna get a liquid aio cooler because I would like to sit around 65C with full load. Am also planning to switch cases now to the H210i so i can utilze a 240mm rad. Mainly because in the near future I would like to upgrade to a 3070.

[@TechLegend-com]

@@saadmasood4797 That changes things, this cooler is just too small for high TDP CPUs. That's why you're getting high temperatures.

[@LeJeuneSoudard]

Hey! I have a ryzen 5 3600. Do you think it'll be OK if I take this cooler?

[@TechLegend-com]

I wouldn't recommend it, a bigger cooler would be better for that CPU. If you really want to use this cooler then you need to have good airflow inside your case and also consider undervolting the CPU.

[@MRshrir1985]

WORKS FINE ON A RYZEN 5 3600 you'll be in high 70s while gaming, nothing wrong with that

[@thetechnerd7467]

Time flies, I remember when the i9 9900k was peak, it is like it was yesterday

[@TechLegend-com]

Don't remind me!

[@losirisOG]

would this work with an i5 9600k then?

[@TechLegend-com]

Only if you don't plan to overclock.

[@lenaic3360]

"and that someone has to be me" = instant subscribe

[@TechLegend-com]

Ha! I'm happy you found that funny! Thanks for the subscribe, I really appreciate it. :)

[@ryanbar-zion5057]

Would this be good for a Ryzen 9 3900x

[@TechLegend-com]

No, you need a bigger cooler for that CPU. Try the NH-U12A or the NH-D15.

[@ryanbar-zion5057]

Tech Legend sounds good Thanks

[@TechLegend-com]

@@ryanbar-zion5057 You're welcome! :)

[@kenviolet4610]

Hi, do you think this will be enough for 10700K?(not much overclocked)

[@TechLegend-com]

You need a bigger cooler for that CPU.

[@kenviolet4610]

@@TechLegend-com what about 10600k?

[@TechLegend-com]

@@kenviolet4610 It might work, but I wouldn't recommend it, especially for unlocked CPUs.

[@kenviolet4610]

@@TechLegend-com Thanks

[@LargItalian]

Do you think it could handle a 9600k? Perhaps with some undervolting if necessary?

[@TechLegend-com]

I think it will be able to, but why use it with that CPU? Especially since it's unlocked and can be overclocked, seems a bit of a waste.

[@LargItalian]

Tech Legend I don’t intend on using it in this context for long, simply put

[@TechLegend-com]

@@LargItalian I understand, then you can use it.

[@amomimus2200]

Is it enough to cool Ryzen 3 3300x overclocked? What temps do you think will it be?

[@TechLegend-com]

Depends on your case and airflow, and the voltage you plan to use when overclocking.

[@martasjaresu]

Is it good for 65W TDP CPU? (Ryzen 5 4600G of course the NH-L9a version)

[@TechLegend-com]

Yes, it should be ok. But please make sure you have a good airflow inside your case.

[@martasjaresu]

@@TechLegend-com two 120mm front noctuas and 80mm noctua exhaust?

[@TechLegend-com]

@@martasjaresu Good enough.

[@markhocking5104]

is the noctua l9 a good cooler for ryzen 5600x? it is 65W TDP

[@TechLegend-com]

Should work, but no overclocking and you must have a really good airflow inside your system. I'd go for something with more cooling surface, like the NH-C14S.

[@turnertakedownturf4787]

Would this work with a i7-8700

[@JPNox]

Nice. Could it handle cooling Ryzen 5 5600X?

[@TechLegend-com]

Yes but no overclocking.

[@JPNox]

@@TechLegend-com thank you for reply!

[@iCounterProductive]

Weird how Noctua rates the 9900k as compatible with it but my 4790k is potentially incompatible. Im testing mine tonight. I'll let you know how it goes!

[@TechLegend-com]

Please let me know how it goes, but be careful. My 9900K easily went over 100 degrees with this cooler.

[@iCounterProductive]

@@TechLegend-com Will do! The 4790k I bought used to test with anyway.

[@TechLegend-com]

@@iCounterProductive Looking forward to it! :)

[@iCounterProductive]

@@TechLegend-com So far at stock settings the fan works slightly better than the stock fan. Max temps for all cores was about 70 degrees Celsius during a heaven benchmark. An interesting result. Of course I'm not reaching the potential of this cpu though.

[@TechLegend-com]

@@iCounterProductive The stock settings are the only settings with that CPU and this CPU cooler. It does proper cooling for its size, but it shouldn't be used on such CPUs.

[@rcx2699]

Would this be good for a ryzen 5 2600? I don't really plan to over clock it.

[@TechLegend-com]

It should work, but make sure you have good airflow inside the system.

[@rcx2699]

@@TechLegend-com Okay, i was planning on having it in the inwin a1 plus with 2 fans with intake and 2 fans as outtake

[@TechLegend-com]

@@rcx2699 Sounds good.

[@superpotato0903]

can i over clock the r5 2600 alittle with this cooler?

[@TechLegend-com]

@@superpotato0903 How much "a little" means?

[@ferotakis]

is this good for i3-10100F with turbo on 4.3Ghz ? Im getting 80C and jet engine sound with stock cooler when i play PS3 emulator games 😆 so im looking for better cooling on that CPU

[@TechLegend-com]

Get something bigger if you plan to hit 4.3GHz. What's your budget and case?

[@yehoov]

i'm building a pc in the lian li dan a3 soon and I'm planning to put rgb fans on the top to still get to see the components while still getting a pixely look and i thought the only good option for it was the default wraith stealth fan. i think this will be a nice choice even 4 years later

[@TechLegend-com]

It will be a good choice even today.

[@Rx003]

Should this do the trick for my Ryzen 5 3500x?

[@TechLegend-com]

Yes but no oc.

[@CalamitousCactus]

would this be good for a ryzen 5 3600 just for gaming?

[@TechLegend-com]

Yes, but make sure you have a good airflow inside your case.

[@CalamitousCactus]

@@TechLegend-com like a lian li o11 dynamic?

[@TechLegend-com]

@@CalamitousCactus Should be ok for the most part.

[@oriondewitt]

Do you think this would work for the Ryzen 5 3600?

[@TechLegend-com]

No, you need a bigger cooler for that CPU, the NH-L9i is only good for tight spaces and configurations.

[@JayzBeerz]

Can this keep a 3200G and 3400G cool under gaming?

[@TechLegend-com]

It will but you must have a good airflow inside your case otherwise it will not work.

[@bl4ckronin]

Will this maintain good temps on i7 10700 "non k" version?

[@TechLegend-com]

It could, but you need good airflow inside your system.

[@bl4ckronin]

@@TechLegend-com cool! Yeah i have x6 deepcool cf 120 fans inside my atx case with mesh front panel. I was thinking about the aorus atc 800 but they r expensive for me lol

[@TechLegend-com]

@@bl4ckronin Give it a shot and see what temperatures you get.

[@19DeMan77]

I have an i7 9700k will it keep it cool? I already brought it by the way, I figure it’ll be at least better than the original one. If not what would you recommend?

[@TechLegend-com]

It will be better than the original, but overclocking is out of the question.

[@plastic6568]

@@TechLegend-com will this be able to cool an overclocked ryzen 3 3100? im planning on building a budget itx pc and i know noctua has a good reputation with cooling

[@TechLegend-com]

@@plastic6568 Depends on the airflow inside your system and the voltage used for overclocking. I'd say that overclocking that CPU with this cooler is pushing it. I'd get something bigger.

[@plastic6568]

@@TechLegend-com ok, thanks

[@TechLegend-com]

@@plastic6568 You're welcome!

[@Andrey_Rudenko]

Здравствуйте, с 5 в кулер запустится?

[@magnoobi6343]

do you think this cooler could cool i5 8400k? and will it be quiet under load?

[@TechLegend-com]

Yes, but overclocking is not recommended.

[@magnoobi6343]

@@TechLegend-com nice thank you i dont really want to overclock it because i don't know a thing about this

[@magnoobi6343]

@@TechLegend-com and you just got a new subscriber my friend

[@TechLegend-com]

@@magnoobi6343 Then you can use it, but watch the temperature and the fan speed.

[@TechLegend-com]

@@magnoobi6343 Thanks! :)

[@Eircans]

Can use this cooler with LGA 1200 Intel i5 10400 cpu? it is rated at 65W TDP.

[@TechLegend-com]

Sorry for the late reply. With that CPU, this cooler will work just fine.

[@Eircans]

@@TechLegend-com Thank you.

[@TechLegend-com]

@@Eircans You're welcome!

[@TechLegend-com]

@@Eircans You're welcome!

[@Flanker-NineZero]

Great review, and impressive feedback to questions. ty

[@TechLegend-com]

Thank you!

[@ignorepeople9514]

Hi, what website to checking fan sound test in your video?

[@TechLegend-com]

This one: tech-legend.com/reviews/noctua-nh-l9i-chromax-black/3/

[@ignorepeople9514]

@@TechLegend-com thank

[@TechLegend-com]

@@ignorepeople9514 You're welcome!

[@sanjaypersaud9695]

is this enough for the r5 7600?

[@TechLegend-com]

Get a bigger CPU cooler to be safe. You will push high temperatures with that CPU.

[@insufferable_delinquent]

Will it cool a i5 12400 my case has great airflow

[@TechLegend-com]

Yes, it will but you might need to lower your power draw.

[@insufferable_delinquent]

@@TechLegend-com Good to know thank you

[@huejanus1333]

You think it will be fine with my i5 10400.

[@TechLegend-com]

Should be ok, but no overclocking for you.

[@sguadron94]

You think in can use it for a 3900x

[@TechLegend-com]

Not really, you need a better cooler for that CPU, especially since you want the best performance from that 3900X.

[@sguadron94]

Yeah I though so, I saw a video from someone here in KZbin who use to 3950x but I don’t know how hot it is

[@TechLegend-com]

@@sguadron94 Basically, there is not enough surface area to dissipate all the heat, and even in this review, with the 9900K, the CPU barely handled the load. For something like 3900X and 3950X, I recommend something that is designed for higher TDP.

[@Epatzy]

is this cooler good for an i5 2400 3.10GHz?

[@TechLegend-com]

Should be, but make sure you have a good airflow inside your case.

[@thoughtsauce7225]

Bruh... not sure where you’re from. But your accent is awesome. Very calming voice.

[@TechLegend-com]

Hey, thanks! I am from Eastern Europe! :)

[@C4GPU]

The packaging on that cooler is so satisfying to open

[@TechLegend-com]

True.

[@RogueWorks.]

Would this be good for a i7 9700F?

[@TechLegend-com]

It will but you will be pushing it, you need a bigger heatsink for such a CPU.

[@bryantdeleon7462]

Have this cooler but in brown for my 12700k. would always spike to 100. Stabilized the clock to a static 3.5 and it keeps my cpu below 80c under load. Honestly a great cooler for what it is.

[@TechLegend-com]

As you say, that's a good temp, for such a small CPU cooler.

[@noahgibson6335]

Can it also cool a Ryzen 7 3700X? Pls respond

[@TechLegend-com]

I would not use such a small CPU cooler on that CPU, especially if you want to overclock it. Get something bigger with more cooling surface.

[@reallycarson]

Would have been nice if it shipped with new NT-H2 paste.

[@TechLegend-com]

True, but the NT-H1 is still good.

[@plyy1x956]

will this be good for i5-9600k oc to 4.0 ghz

[@TechLegend-com]

Not really, you need a bigger cooler for such an overclock.

[@plyy1x956]

@@TechLegend-com how about base clock

[@TechLegend-com]

@@plyy1x956 What about it? You are trying to overclock a CPU with a cooler that is made for low TDP CPUs and no overclocking.

[@rattrash6482]

Can this support lga 1200?

[@TechLegend-com]

I believe that it does.

[@gavin5861]

Great video! but most reviews throw an over powered CPU inside these small coolers, information on how it performs on ones it claims to be able to handle would be more useful!

[@TechLegend-com]

Unfortunately, using different CPUs for different type of CPU coolers is both expensive and time consuming. Perhaps in the future I will expand my testing with different CPUs.

[@aryantiwari1945]

very high quality review. much respect

[@TechLegend-com]

Thanks!

[@singlsrvngfrnd]

This thing is going to cool the crap outta my 3770k I'm using to build an HTPC. Question is, will it fit the gigabyte Z97N Gaming motherboard..... The chokes look awfully close....... I guess we'll see!!!!

[@TechLegend-com]

Sounds good, let me know if it fits.

[@irwanmalik9401]

can i use this on lga1200 socket?

[@TechLegend-com]

Yes you can.

[@irwanmalik9401]

@@TechLegend-com ok thnks

[@TechLegend-com]

@@irwanmalik9401 You're welcome!

[@rondead3774]

How will it do with i7 6700k?

[@TechLegend-com]

Not good, especially since it is a unlocked CPU.

[@SentientPalm]

Lol i actually have the l9i on a 6700k

[@rondead3774]

@@SentientPalm I ended up getting it and it works well

[@SentientPalm]

@@rondead3774 yeah ive been using it about 4 years now

[@amt6307]

@@rondead3774 WHAT ARE MAX TEMP?

[@TheVteX]

Thank you for the review already bought one ( i7 8700 non k)

[@TechLegend-com]

Hi, I'm glad the review was useful to you, also thanks for subscribing! :)

[@jarrodcrawley6595]

I have the same chip and am looking for a cooler, was looking at this or Noctua NH-U12a - since you've had this cooler has it made a big different for would you go for something more? Thanks :)

[@TechLegend-com]

@@jarrodcrawley6595 I would recommend you to get the NH-U12a or the NH-D15 (depending on the space you have inside your case). Both coolers are close in price and performance.

[@C4GPU]

Nice, I'm waiting on items for my first ever pc with that cooler, i5 9400f RTX 2060

[@TechLegend-com]

@@C4GPU Sounds great. :)

[@therealist2000]

An even better test would be to see how it performs with an undervolted 9900k

[@TechLegend-com]

That would be pointless for two reasons: 1. the 9900K is made to be overclocked that's why you are paying more for it. 2. no CPU overclocks or undervolts the same, and if I do such things, then I get comments saying "hurr durr, your CPU is cherry picked, you try to make the cooler look better, shill!". So you see my problem? :)

[@KarmaHatesBlue]

i5 4690k oc to 4.0 thoughts?

[@TechLegend-com]

Depends on the voltage.

[@-allawi9695]

It fine for I5 9400f ????

[@TechLegend-com]

Yes.

[@フランク-e7f]

This dont have sense, the cryorig c7 is way more louder than this one and in the graphic are almost at the same level?? ( i know because i have it)

[@TechLegend-com]

Different heatsink designs create a different sound. You can have two cpu coolers that are identical in terms of noise DBA, but one sounds louder. This is why I keep making that noise sample segment.

[@フランク-e7f]

@@TechLegend-com I see, clarified, thanks! Maybe a common noise test is enough for helping those whore are seeking for a fan based more on perceptible noise

[@fancy3774]

Can it cool ryzen 9 without over clocking

[@TechLegend-com]

No, you need a bigger cooler for that.

[@komangsanjaya349]

overall height?

[@TechLegend-com]

The height if around 37mm if I remember correctly. Check the specifications to be sure.

[@jtn3835]

I was thinking about overclocking my i5 - 9600kf to 5.1 ghz, do you think this cooler would be good enough?

[@TechLegend-com]

Not really, it's too small for overclocking.

[@wreckingball3737]

what about a 3600X? Is it better than stock cooler, OC?

[@TechLegend-com]

Perhaps, but even then, overclocking requires a bigger cooler. NH-U12S, or the NH-D15S.