Noctua, a renowned name in PC cooling solutions, has officially launched the highly anticipated chromax.black versions of its flagship NH-D15 G2 CPU cooler and NF-A14x25 G2 fans. This release caters to PC builders seeking high-performance cooling with a sleek, stealthy aesthetic, expanding Noctua’s popular all-black product line.
Key Takeaways
- Noctua’s flagship NH-D15 G2 CPU cooler and NF-A14x25 G2 fans are now available in an all-black chromax.black finish.
- These new variants offer the same cooling performance and low-noise operation as their predecessors.
- The NH-D15 G2 chromax.black features an enhanced dual-tower heatsink with eight heat pipes and denser fin stacks.
- The NF-A14x25 G2 fans utilize a Sterrox LCP impeller for improved airflow and static pressure.
- Pricing for the NH-D15 G2 chromax.black starts at $189.90 USD, with fans beginning at $44.90 USD.
Stealthy Aesthetics Meet Peak Performance
Noctua’s NH-D15 G2, already a celebrated CPU cooler since its July 2024 release, now sports a complete chromax.black makeover. This all-black variant maintains the exceptional cooling capabilities of the original, including its eight-heatpipe design and asymmetrical fin stacks that provide 20% more surface area for heat dissipation. The cooler’s offset design also ensures better clearance for the top PCIe x16 slot on modern motherboards.
Complementing the cooler are the new chromax.black versions of the NF-A14x25 G2 and NF-A14x25r G2 140mm PWM fans. These fans are constructed with Noctua’s proprietary Sterrox liquid-crystal polymer (LCP) material, offering high tensile strength and low thermal expansion. Features like the Progressive Bend impeller, Centrifugal Turbulator hub, and a tight 0.7mm tip clearance contribute to their impressive performance-to-noise ratio.
Pricing and Availability
The chromax.black NH-D15 G2 CPU cooler is priced at $189.90 USD in the U.S. and €159.90 in Europe, representing a premium over the standard color versions. The NF-A14x25 G2 and NF-A14x25r G2 fans are available individually for $44.90 USD or €39.90, and in dual-fan packs (Sx2-PP) for $84.90 USD or €79.90. These new all-black components are available now through Noctua’s official Amazon stores, with broader retail availability expected soon.
Noctua CEO Roland Mossig expressed confidence that the new chromax.black versions will appeal to users who prefer a “stealthy, unobtrusive look” without compromising on cooling performance. The company has also confirmed that the G2 series will not feature LBC (low base convexity) and HBC (high base convexity) versions, as the standard base convexity has proven optimal for current AMD AM5 and Intel LGA-1851 sockets.
Via Noctua
