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Noctua NH-D15 G2: price, specs & release date

Noctua NH-D15 G2, released 2024-07. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.

Source: noctua.at verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger

SilverDeskmark57/100#5 of 14 in class

The Noctua NH-D15 G2 is listed at $149.95 on noctua.at as of 2026-06-27, #10 cheapest of 14 CPU coolers (median $125); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 57/100 pay-blind standing, #5 of 14 in class.

Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below

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Is the Noctua NH-D15 G2 a good buy?

At $150, the Noctua NH-D15 G2 is #10 cheapest of the 14 CPU coolers we track, where the median is $125. On the spec sheet, its radiator or height of 168 mm is below the median of the 14, its fan count of 2 is below the median of the 14, and its noise dba max of 24.8 is below the median of the 14. By release date, it is among the newer of the 11 we date.

Evidence of Record

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Two independent labs measured this product across 3 physical metrics — speed, noise and average maximum tdp. With a second lab on record, each figure comes from more than one independent hands-on source — a measure of how much evidence exists, not a rating of the product.

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Review consensus · sourced & dated

What reviewers say about the Noctua NH-D15 G2

Two whitelisted hands-on testers reviewed the NH-D15 G2. TechPowerUp names it the best-performing air cooler; Tom's Hardware confirms it improves on the original NH-D15. Both judge its ~$150 price hard to justify against sub-$50 rivals delivering near-identical cooling, and both praise Noctua's warranty and support.

Based on 2 reviews · 2 lab-tested · 2024-07-17–2024-08-23

Tested by TechPowerUp, Tom's Hardware

Consistently praised

  • Industry-leading warranty and top-tier customer support · 2 sources
  • Best-performing air cooler / holds the air-cooler crown
  • Improved thermal performance over the original NH-D15
  • Exceptional build quality and very easy installation

Commonly flagged

  • Overpriced / poor value at ~$150 vs sub-$50 rivals offering near-identical cooling · 2 sources
  • Torx T20 screws add friction with no consumer benefit (driver is included) · 2 sources
  • Fan noise inconsistency / 'Rattlegate' suggesting a possible fan defect
  • Divisive brown/tan aesthetics, fingerprint-prone bare aluminium, no RGB

Where reviewers disagree Both agree it is overpriced. They split on the fans: TechPowerUp reported a 'good noise profile' with no rattling across the PWM range, whereas Tom's Hardware measured noise oscillating between 44.2 and 44.6 dBA and suspected a fan defect tied to 'Rattlegate.'

The sources (2)

TechPowerUp lab-tested ·

Max TDP cooled, AMD AM5 (max fan speed): 242.6 W · Max TDP cooled, Intel LGA1700 (max fan speed): 323.0 W · Noise at max fan speed: 53 dBA · TDP cooled, AMD AM5, noise-normalized to 45 dBA: 234 W

From a performance and quality standpoint, Noctua delivers yet again, holding the crown for the best-performing air cooler.
Looking at performance per dollar, the Noctua NH-D15 G2 is abysmal value.
Build quality is exceptional, and the mounting hardware is incredibly easy to work with.

Tom's Hardware lab-tested ·

Average Maximum TDP, their testing, Intel i7-14700K: ~240 W · Maximum noise level measured (top of 44.2-44.6 dBA range): 44.6 dBA

Noctua's NH-D15 G2 is an improvement compared to the original NH-D15, but it isn't worth $150 USD.

Specifications

Price (US)$149.95 MSRP at launch July 2024; currently ~$165-180 at Amazon
BrandNoctua
Released2024-07
Typeair
Radiator or height (mm)168 mm
Fan count2
Socket supportIntel LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x; AMD AM5, AM4
Tdp rating (W)—
RgbNo
Noise dba max24.8

Source: noctua.at (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by tomshardware.com. Release date July 2, 2024 and launch MSRP $149.95 confirmed via Tom's Hardware. Height 168 mm, dual NF-A14x25r G2 PWM fans (max 1500 rpm, eight heatpipes), max noise 24.8 dBA per fan confirmed via Noctua spec page and multiple reviews. Socket support (LGA1851/1700/1200/115x + AM5/AM4) confirmed from Noctua compatibility page. Noctua does not publish a numeric TDP ceiling; field left null. No RGB.

Is the Noctua NH-D15 G2 worth it vs cheaper CPU coolers?

Noctua NH-D15 G2 against its closest cheaper and pricier CPU coolers on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 14 ranked

ProductPriceTypeRadiator or height (mm)Fan countSocket supportRgb
Noctua NH-D15 G2 this$149.95air168 mm2Intel LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x; AMD AM5, AM4No
Deepcool LS720$139.99aio_liquid360 mm3Intel LGA2066, LGA2011-v3, LGA2011, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1151, LGA1150, LGA1155; AMD sTRX4, sTR4, AM5, AM4Yes
Cooler Master MasterLiquid 360 Atmos$149.99aio_liquid360 mm3Intel LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1151, LGA1150, LGA1155, LGA1156; AMD AM5, AM4Yes

Frequently asked questions

What do reviewers say about the Noctua NH-D15 G2?

Two whitelisted hands-on testers reviewed the NH-D15 G2. TechPowerUp names it the best-performing air cooler; Tom's Hardware confirms it improves on the original NH-D15. Both judge its ~$150 price hard to justify against sub-$50 rivals delivering near-identical cooling, and both praise Noctua's warranty and support. Praised: Best-performing air cooler / holds the air-cooler crown; Improved thermal performance over the original NH-D15; Industry-leading warranty and top-tier customer support; Exceptional build quality and very easy installation. Flagged: Overpriced / poor value at ~$150 vs sub-$50 rivals offering near-identical cooling; Torx T20 screws add friction with no consumer benefit (driver is included); Fan noise inconsistency / 'Rattlegate' suggesting a possible fan defect; Divisive brown/tan aesthetics, fingerprint-prone bare aluminium, no RGB. (From 2 tester reviews, 2 lab-tested.)

How much does the Noctua NH-D15 G2 cost?

The Noctua NH-D15 G2 has a US price of $149.95 (MSRP at launch July 2024; currently ~$165-180 at Amazon), as of 2026-06-15.

How does the Noctua NH-D15 G2 compare on price?

At $150, the Noctua NH-D15 G2 is #10 cheapest of the 14 CPU coolers we track, where the median is $125.

When was the Noctua NH-D15 G2 released?

The Noctua NH-D15 G2 was released 2024-07.

What are the Noctua NH-D15 G2's key specs?

Noctua NH-D15 G2 (Noctua): type air, radiator or height mm 168 mm, fan count 2, socket support Intel LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA115x; AMD AM5, AM4, rgb No. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.

Price of record: $149.95 at noctua.at, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:

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