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Corsair iCUE LINK H100i RX vs Noctua NH-U9S: Comparison
Corsair iCUE LINK H100i RX and Noctua NH-U9S separate most on height: Corsair iCUE LINK H100i RX at 27 mm, Noctua NH-U9S at 125 mm, 363% in favour of Corsair iCUE LINK H100i RX. Fan Count splits them by another 50%, again favouring Corsair iCUE LINK H100i RX.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Corsair | Noctua |
| Cooler Type | AIO Liquid | Air, Single-Tower |
| Series | Corsair iCUE LINK H100i RX | Noctua NH-U9S |
| Model Number | iCUE LINK H100i RX | NH-U9S |
| Height | 27 mm | 125 mm-363% |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1851/1200 | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1851/1200 |
| Fan Count | 2 | 1-50% |
| TDP Rating | 240 | 130-46% |
| Noise Level | 28.4+5.6 dBA | 22.8 |
| RGB Lighting | Yes | No |
| Fans | 2x RX120 iCUE LINK ARGB, 120mm | 1x NF-A9x14 PWM, 92mm |
Verdict
Corsair iCUE LINK H100i RX
8.1 / 10 Expert Rating
A well-executed mid-size entry into Corsair's cable-simplifying iCUE LINK ecosystem, priced for the ecosystem rather than raw thermals alone.
Noctua NH-U9S
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A sensible, well-built compact cooler for mATX builds that don't need flagship-level thermal headroom.