--- product_id: 1202724 title: "NH-L9i, Premium Low-Profile CPU Cooler for Intel LGA1200 & LGA115x (Brown)" brand: "noctua" price: "R1945" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Noctua" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1202724-nh-l9i-premium-low-profile-cpu-cooler-for-intel-lga1200 store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 57.5 m³/h airflow 37mm ultra-low profile 23.6 dB whisper-quiet noise NH-L9i, Premium Low-Profile CPU Cooler for Intel LGA1200 & LGA115x (Brown) **Brand:** noctua **Price:** R1945 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ❄️ Cool your rig, not your vibe — silence and style in one sleek package! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** NH-L9i, Premium Low-Profile CPU Cooler for Intel LGA1200 & LGA115x (Brown) by noctua - **How much does it cost?** R1945 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1202724-nh-l9i-premium-low-profile-cpu-cooler-for-intel-lga1200) ## Best For - noctua enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted noctua brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Silent Efficiency:** Optimized NF-A9x14 fan with PWM & Low-Noise Adaptor delivers powerful cooling at barely audible levels. - • **Compact Powerhouse:** Ultra-slim 37mm height fits perfectly in HTPC & ITX builds without RAM or PCIe interference. - • **Space-Savvy Design:** 95x95mm footprint maximizes motherboard compatibility and cable management in tight, stylish builds. - • **Trusted Durability:** Backed by Noctua’s legendary 6-year warranty, engineered for reliable performance with Intel Core i3/i5/i7 CPUs. - • **Effortless Installation:** SecuFirm2 mounting system plus premium NT-H1 thermal paste ensures quick, secure setup on Intel LGA115x & LGA1200 sockets. ## Overview The Noctua NH-L9i is a premium ultra-compact CPU cooler designed for Intel LGA115x and LGA1200 sockets, boasting a 37mm low-profile height ideal for HTPCs and small form factor builds. Featuring a high-performance NF-A9x14 92mm fan with PWM control and ultra-quiet operation at just 23.6 dB, it ensures efficient cooling without noise distractions. Its 95x95mm footprint guarantees full RAM and PCIe slot compatibility, while the included SecuFirm2 mounting system and NT-H1 thermal paste simplify installation. Trusted by professionals and backed by a 6-year warranty, the NH-L9i is the go-to choice for stylish, silent, and space-conscious PC builds. ## Description Buy Noctua NH-L9i, Premium Low-Profile CPU Cooler for Intel LGA1200 & LGA115x (Brown): CPU Cooling Fans - desertcart.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases Review: Small Package With Quiet Cooling - I was building a custom NAS, I purchased a used mini ITX mobo. The fan that came with it worked, however it was extremely loud and I had to quiet it down. From my previous experience I knew I had to replace the drive caddy fan and the CPU cooler fan with Noctua versions. I was impressed with the massive change in the sound of the NAS currently. The loudest noises now come from the hard drives! I am currently using this to cool an i7-4790 that is generally running near idle unless I am running VMs. The fans barely move and yet the temperature never goes above 30°C. Pros: -Extremely low/no noise from fans -95x95 mm size allows for small dense mobos that have extrusions near the CPU. -37mm height means you can fit it in small cases and is really useful if you are designing/building your own case -Noise conscious; the fan has rubber feet, the fan is properly balanced, the fans have aero features to help limit noise -LNA cable if you really want it to be quiet, in multiple builds I have yet to find a need for this though -Good performance, putting this cooler on decreased my CPU temps by 2 to 5 degrees compared to the cheap one that came on my used mobo Cons: -Price is higher than other options, but this is a high quality cooler -The fan does bring in air from the top, which may make some use cases finicky Overall: I would recommend this cooler if you are in need of a low profile silent solution to keeping your temperatures in check. Review: Easily the best cooler for Micro ITX build. - Best low profile cooler I have ever brought. Firstly Noctua is known for there amazing products. I was going to buy the recommended Cooler Master 130 case suggestion then seen this. The design is pure gold for spacing in a micro itx case. You don't have to worry about ram size or hitting the GPU. It actually makes cable management easier with the saved space. I was confused by no brackets no brackets includeded for all the different cpu styles then realized this is strictly for the LGA 1151, which it fit like a glove. I coupled it with some ARCTIC MX-4 Thermal Paste, which I have been using in my builds for years, basically since it came out. Easiest paste to install and way better than many other brands. Noctua does include thermal paste, some quiet cable, some screws, and a badass little metal sticker in the box. The only thing I wish that they would do is have spacing around the fan corner for cable insert for better management. you can either run it under the heatsink since wire is thing or just up above tied off. Little grooves on corner to catch it would of been cool though. Temps wise I have yet to go over 54c on a single core, for gaming/benchmarking my GPU(Heaven/FurMark used). I haven't stress tested the CPU but I also have no reason to since this is primary for gaming. I am very happy to be anywhere under 60c while gaming. ## Features - Ultra-compact low-profile cooler with only 37mm total height – ideal for HTPCs, ITX and Small Form Factor builds - 100% compatibility RAM- and PCIe-compatibility due to 95x95mm footprint, does not overhang the RAM or PCIe slots - Highly optimised NF-A9x14 slim 92mm fan with PWM support and Low-Noise Adaptor for automatic speed control and ultra-quiet operation - Includes high-end NT-H1 thermal paste and SecuFirm2 mounting system for easy installation on Intel LGA1150, LGA1151, LGA1155, LGA1156, LGA1200 - Renowned Noctua quality backed up by 6-year manufacturer’s warranty, deluxe choice for Intel Core i7, i5 or i3 with moderate heat load (e.g. 11900, 11700, 11600, 10700, see compatibility list) ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B009VCAJ7W | | Air Flow Capacity | 57.5 Cubic Meters Per Hour | | Best Sellers Rank | #140 in Computer CPU Cooling Fans | | Brand Name | Noctua | | Compatible Devices | Desktop | | Cooling Method | Air | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (3,416) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00842431014269, 04716123314875, 07967907179310 | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 3.74"L x 3.74"W x 1.46"H | | Item Weight | 443 Grams | | Manufacturer | Noctua | | Material Type | Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating | | Maximum Rotational Speed | 2500 RPM | | Noise Level | 23.6 Decibels | | Power Connector Type | 4-Pin | | UPC | 842431014269 731215283291 039281014277 115970979550 739197641290 163120668250 803982961730 872182807933 807320189206 168141422058 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Voltage | 12 Volts | | Warranty Description | 6 year manufacturer’s warranty | ## Product Details - **Air Flow Capacity:** 57.5 Cubic Meters Per Hour - **Brand:** Noctua - **Compatible Devices:** Desktop - **Cooling Method:** Air - **Material:** Copper (base and heat-pipes), aluminium (cooling fins), soldered joints & nickel plating - **Maximum Rotational Speed:** 2500 RPM - **Noise Level:** 23.6 Decibels - **Power Connector Type:** 4-Pin - **Product Dimensions:** 3.74"L x 3.74"W x 1.46"H - **Voltage:** 12 Volts ## Images ![NH-L9i, Premium Low-Profile CPU Cooler for Intel LGA1200 & LGA115x (Brown) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71av9uxBMRL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does anyone know if this or the full sized one is quieter? I'm not going to overclock and all I want is a near silent computer.** A: any cooler noctua makes is quiet - i had that cooler and it left me slightly under-whelmed, and i was thinking it'd be a much better cooler with 4 heatpipes, vs the two it comes with. About 2 weeks later they released the same cooler, slightly taller, with 4 heatpipes - i'd suggest going with that one, fwiw **Q: Can I use liquid metal for this cooler?** A: I wouldn't. Liquid Metal is for de-lidding and replaces the questionable TIM Intel uses between the CPU core and the lid, not between the lid and a heatsink. **Q: Will this fit in a mini-stx case such as the silverstone vt02?** A: There is no issue with the size of the cooler itself. Silverstone's VT02 is able to fit a cooler up to 46mm tall, and the NH-L9i stands at about 37mm. However, there could potentially be a compatibility issue with the motherboard as some of its components (capacitors, rear IO, etc.) could prevent the cooler from being installed properly. Some mini- and micro-STX boards are designed primarily with small circular coolers like Intel's stock solution in mind. Keep this in mind. **Q: Is this cooler compatible with 1151 socket motherboards?** A: I believe so ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Small Package With Quiet Cooling *by G***S on September 5, 2023* I was building a custom NAS, I purchased a used mini ITX mobo. The fan that came with it worked, however it was extremely loud and I had to quiet it down. From my previous experience I knew I had to replace the drive caddy fan and the CPU cooler fan with Noctua versions. I was impressed with the massive change in the sound of the NAS currently. The loudest noises now come from the hard drives! I am currently using this to cool an i7-4790 that is generally running near idle unless I am running VMs. The fans barely move and yet the temperature never goes above 30°C. Pros: -Extremely low/no noise from fans -95x95 mm size allows for small dense mobos that have extrusions near the CPU. -37mm height means you can fit it in small cases and is really useful if you are designing/building your own case -Noise conscious; the fan has rubber feet, the fan is properly balanced, the fans have aero features to help limit noise -LNA cable if you really want it to be quiet, in multiple builds I have yet to find a need for this though -Good performance, putting this cooler on decreased my CPU temps by 2 to 5 degrees compared to the cheap one that came on my used mobo Cons: -Price is higher than other options, but this is a high quality cooler -The fan does bring in air from the top, which may make some use cases finicky Overall: I would recommend this cooler if you are in need of a low profile silent solution to keeping your temperatures in check. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easily the best cooler for Micro ITX build. *by J***E on July 23, 2016* Best low profile cooler I have ever brought. Firstly Noctua is known for there amazing products. I was going to buy the recommended Cooler Master 130 case suggestion then seen this. The design is pure gold for spacing in a micro itx case. You don't have to worry about ram size or hitting the GPU. It actually makes cable management easier with the saved space. I was confused by no brackets no brackets includeded for all the different cpu styles then realized this is strictly for the LGA 1151, which it fit like a glove. I coupled it with some ARCTIC MX-4 Thermal Paste, which I have been using in my builds for years, basically since it came out. Easiest paste to install and way better than many other brands. Noctua does include thermal paste, some quiet cable, some screws, and a badass little metal sticker in the box. The only thing I wish that they would do is have spacing around the fan corner for cable insert for better management. you can either run it under the heatsink since wire is thing or just up above tied off. Little grooves on corner to catch it would of been cool though. Temps wise I have yet to go over 54c on a single core, for gaming/benchmarking my GPU(Heaven/FurMark used). I haven't stress tested the CPU but I also have no reason to since this is primary for gaming. I am very happy to be anywhere under 60c while gaming. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bought this for a "Gigabyte H77N-wifi" *by B***N on May 24, 2014* First comment, this cooler kicks-ass!! I installed it into a "Cooler Master Elite 120 Advanced - Mini-ITX". The fit to most ITX motherboards will seem snug to many people, however the Noctua works very well. People who are new to the ITX world are going to have to get accustomed to a new way of doing computer builds. The Noctua does come very close to many parts on the mobo, however, that is a choice one has no control over if one wants to install a top of the line Processor with a High End video card,high end RAM and plans on having a proper power supply run it all inside an ITX container. I was thoroughly impressed with how well the product was shipped. All the parts are separated and snugly fit into a rubber/foam material. It also comes with a tube of thermal paste (The heatsink does not have any pre-applied thermal, awesome). This allows you to do a "dry" install to make sure the fan will fit properly for your motherboard. The ease of install is 10 out of 10. YES, It requires having access to the bottom of the mobo (like a proper heatsink does). What I liked the most is that there is NO pain in the ass rear mounting plate. You simply bring the screws up from the bottom and twist them into the heatsink. The fan is quiet and can ramp up quite well when needed. I have an Intel i5-2500K rated at 95W. I constantly run Handbrake and play games, I do not have any over heating issues! -Cons: The product was delayed in its shipping. However, Amazon did refund the shipping fee and the product was in perfect condition upon arrival. Great product so far! ## Frequently Bought Together - Noctua NH-L9i, Premium Low-Profile CPU Cooler for Intel LGA1200 & LGA115x (Brown) - ARCTIC MX-4 (4 g) - Premium Performance Thermal Paste for All Processors (CPU, GPU - PC), Very high Thermal Conductivity, Long Durability, Safe Application, Non-Conductive - Crucial P3 Plus 1TB PCIe Gen4 3D NAND NVMe M.2 SSD, up to 5000MB/s - CT1000P3PSSD8 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1202724-nh-l9i-premium-low-profile-cpu-cooler-for-intel-lga1200](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1202724-nh-l9i-premium-low-profile-cpu-cooler-for-intel-lga1200) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-04-25*