Product Comparison: Noctua NH-D15 vs Cooler Master V8 GTS
General Specifications
Brand
Noctua
Cooler Master
Model
NH-D15
V8 GTS
Origin
Austria
China
About the Product
Built on the basis of the legendary NH-D14 and carrying on its quest for ultimate quiet cooling performance, Noctua’s flagship model NH-D15 is an elite-class dual tower cooler for the highest demands.
The Cooler Master V8 GTS is the latest addition to Cooler Master's famous V-series of performance heatsink featuring a powerful car engine look. The V8 GTS features a high performance horizontal vapor chamber.
Key Specs
Cooling Type
Air Cooling
Air Cooling
Max. Airflow
82.5 CFM
82 CFM
Number of Pipes
6
8
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Noctua NH-D15 Premium CPU Cooler
- If you're not going with water cooling this is your best choice. This product beats out most of the entry level water cooling options and performs really close to the top end ones.
- Keeps CPU extremely cool.
- I'm actually a bit surprised but Noctua has convinced me. I don't often use Air coolers for builds anymore but if and when I need to I know that Noctua does make high performing products.
- Best, most effective air-cooled heat sink I've ever owned. Don't even need the second fan that's included, I'm under 60 degrees C at full load at my max overclock.
- With good airflow, this will allow you to overclock without worrying about cooling.
Cooler Master V8 GTS High Performance CPU Cooler
- It keeps my System at 24c when gaming. I really do like this Megatron Head cooler. It keeps it cool WOW, I'm running a MSI 990FXA-GD80 that had a Cool Master and it keep it at about 32c, Then is stopped performing.
- No longer need to leave my window open in winter to keep my PC cool.
- This beast is insane! After my pump in my custom water loop almost blew up, I decided to switch to air cooling. Me being an extreme person saw this and said "I must have it!" So I bought it.
- Does a great job on cooling efficiency. Stable 32C. Never breaks 35C under load.
- This is a massive improvement from my low grade Deepcool FROSTWIN v2.0.
Size & Weight
Height
6.5 in.
6.56 in.
Width
5.9 in.
6.06 in.
Depth
6.34 in.
5.9 in.
Weight
2.91 lbs.
2.5 lbs.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Noctua NH-D15 Premium CPU Cooler
- Installation is easy considering the size.
- It does a nice job of cooling but it's huge. It blocks access to the memory modules on my motherboard.
- Be prepared for the size of it and make sure it will fit in your case.
- Only major complain is the size it's huge and a pain to put on and still interferes with ram space.
- Be careful with the size of this monster. It is HUGE. If you have a large computer case, this shouldn't be a problem at all. The size of the cooler helps with its performance.
Cooler Master V8 GTS High Performance CPU Cooler
- The Cooler Master V8 GTS's unique design allows the heatsink placement to blow air out of the top of the case.
- Covers up the top PCI-E slot on Z375 Godlike. Can be difficult to start mounting nuts due to headers.
- Very very large (Can be a pro, depending on your chassis. My In-Win GT1 with clear window barely was able to close. It presses on the V8 a bit, and the V8 needed to be mounted sideways to even get close to fitting.)
- Only downside is that it is massive and was 3 centimeters too long for my inwin 905 case, so I have to get a new, but I needed a new case anyway, so no real issue there.
- On the large size, height wise, suggest adding to the description you need at least a 8" wide case
Features
Socket Compatibility
Intel:, 2011-3, 2011, 1156, 1155, 1151, 1150, AMD:, AM2, AM2 +, AM3, AM3 +, FM2, FM1, FM2+
Intel:, 2066, 2011-3, 2011, 1366, 1156, 1155, 1151, 1150, 775, AMD:, FM2+, FM2, FM1, AM3 +, AM3, AM2
Speed
1500 RPM
1600 RPM
Cooled CPU (Max. TDP)
220 W
250 W
Noise Level
24.6 dBA
36 dBA
Number of Coolers
2
2
Bearing Type
SSO2
POM bearing
Heat-Exchanger Material
Copper
Aluminium
Power Connector Type
4-pin
4-pin
Extras
Dual NF-A15 140mm fans, SecuFirm2 mounting system
Cooler Master Horizontal Vapor Chamber Technology, Triple Tower Heatsink with 8 High Performance Heatpipes, Dual High airflow PWM fans with red LEDs, Universal Mounting System compatible with all available Intel and AMD platforms
What customers say about "Features"
Noctua NH-D15 Premium CPU Cooler
- Even at 100% fan speed, they are not very loud.
- Slightly puzzled by the inclusion of the speed reduction adapters, as even at full speed, these fans are completely silent.
- This fan is quieter at full speed than my stock CPU cooler was at it's slowest.
- It's about the same as the noise floor in a normal room.
- A long way from the scary temperatures I was getting prior to the new cooler. I cant imagine this cooler getting hot ever!
Cooler Master V8 GTS High Performance CPU Cooler
- Comes with perfect amount of thermal paste
- It looks amazing when installed. The noise is moderate but not noticeable when you don't focus on it. Overall good build quality with minor quirks.
- Very VERY difficult to clean, if your case has a dust problem. Canned air just doesn't shine it up like new. It requires disassembly for proper "back to new" cleaning.
- Noisy. A high pitched noise alternates between high-low frequency constantly.
- The manual is horrendous. There is literally no way to make sense of the instructions if you're a person who likes to according to the book, or manual.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
6 year(s)
2 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
Manual
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