LOUQE Ghost S1 Mk III (Limestone) Mini-ITX Computer Case

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We’ve tested pretty much every low-profile cooler on the market in the Ghost S1 and even tried to create a complete custom solution in collaboration with Noctua, but nothing worked as well as our long-term favourite, the NH-L12,” explains Patrik Michalski (Louqe CEO). “That’s why we’ve ended up creating a customised special edition of this cooler that will be the ideal choice for all Ghost S1 users who are looking for the best possible air cooling solution.”

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Small form factor enthusiasts are likely to remember the original NH-L12, a dual-fan, low-profile CPU cooler with an optional 120mm top fan pushing air down and a lower 92mm fan pulling air through the fins. In single-fan mode, the total height of the cooler was a mere 66mm. This is to prevent vibrations from reaching the heatsink’s structure. Additionally, but the presence of a rubber base prevents unnecessary movements of the fan, and scratches on the fins. The cooler’s name is a reference to the Ghost S1 enclosure that’s manufactured by Louqe. It’s a company that Noctua partnered with to produce this specific cooler. The cooler comes with Noctua’s NH-L12 popular heatsink. It was one of the most successful CPU coolers for low-profile systems on the market. Airflow is at 64.3 m³/h and is 52.6 m³/h with L.N.A. The maximum acoustic noise for the fan is 17.6 dBA while it’s 13.1 dBA with L.N.A.

As we mentioned earlier, this is a low-profile cooler so don’t expect it to give you high-levels of performance. Also, you shouldn’t compare it to the larger AIO liquid or air design coolers. There are a few great CPU coolers for the Ghost S1 that we would recommend – with the first being the Scythe Big Shuriken 2 – a popular option for many Ghost S1 builders. Secondly, and the one we would recommend over any other air cooler is the Noctua NH-L12 – the most popular and superior CPU cooler for the Ghost S1. Thanks to the included screwdriver and the holes present in the heat sink. We encountered no problems mounting the Noctua NH-L12 Ghost S1 CPU Cooler with any PC setup. It’s due to its mounting kit and compatibility. When looking at the box’s front, it features an abstract, close-up image of the heatpipe and heatsink assembly. All the key features are listed on the left section, while the product’s name is on the upper corner. There are a total of four heatpipes for the cooler, and each features a standard outer diameter of 6mm.

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The answer to demand is supply, which brings us to the new NH-L12 Ghost S1 Edition. It’s essentially a re-release of the NH-L12 as a true single-fan cooler, as only the lower 92mm fan is included. As far as we can tell from the specs, neither the copper and aluminium heatsink nor the 92mm fan (NF-B9 PWM) has changed, but if there’s any company that can safely follow the mantra of ‘if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it’, it’s probably Noctua. Designed from the inside out: The stand-alone spine design gives unparalleled rigidity, flexibility and accessibility. Before we focus on the specifications, remember that the NH-L12 is a low-profile cooler made for small form-factor cases. It’s also for HTPC environments. Airflow in focus: Cooling air is pulled in by each heat generating component and directed upwards through the top. This time, you’ll learn about the key features of the cooler in our Noctua NH-L12 Ghost S1 Edition review. Key Features of the Noctua NH-L12 Ghost S1 Edition Noctua’s Popular NH-L12 HeatsinkFor any guide in our Mini ITX series, there is really only one SFX power supply for any SFF build in 2020 we recommend – the Corsair SF750. Ends of the heatpipes are machined symmetrically and are visible on the heatsink’s side. At the centre, you’ll find the engraved logo of Noctua on the top aluminium plate’s surface. Improved features: MkIII cases come with a new ultra smooth surface treatment, redesigned blade and grill, and with our next-generation COBALT Gen4+ PCI-e 4.0 16x twin axial 260mm vertical mount riser cable.

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Now it’s time to get our hands into the NH-L12 in this section of our Noctua NH-L12 Ghost S1 CPU Cooler review. We’ll find out ourselves how the cooler performs when put to the test. But despite its small structure, the NH-L12 Ghost S1 Edition did amazingly in our tests. Noctua NH-L12 Ghost S1 Edition Review Summary For active cooling, the NH-L12 Ghost S1 has a Noctua NFB9 PWM 92mm fan that’s 92 x 92 x 25mm. The fan has a minimum speed of 300 RPM while 1,600 RPM is its maximum. On the box’s rear, you’ll be presented with the primary features of the cooler. There are monochrome diagrams too, to give you a better understanding of these.

I have been reading posts on this subreddit and the SFF sub Reddit and have come up with a new plan. This new build consists of The 92mm NFB9 fan supports PWM, allowing automated speed control via the motherboard. It delivers full performance under heavy load while being silent during idle mode. Now, our Noctua NH-L12 Ghost S1 Edition review will provide you with its specifications. Cooler Specification