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DeepCool AK400 G2 vs Noctua NH-D15 chromax.black: Comparison
DeepCool AK400 G2 and Noctua NH-D15 chromax.black separate most on fan count: DeepCool AK400 G2 at 1, Noctua NH-D15 chromax.black at 2, 50% in favour of Noctua NH-D15 chromax.black. Warranty splits them by another 50%, again favouring Noctua NH-D15 chromax.black. They match on cooler type and pwm control.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DeepCool | Noctua |
| Cooler Type | Air Tower | Air Tower |
| Series | DeepCool AK400 G2 | Noctua NH-D15 chromax.black |
| Tower Type | Single-Tower | Dual-Tower |
| Model Number | R-AK400G2-BKNNMN-GJD | NH-D15 chromax.black |
| Height | 156 mm | 168 mm-8% |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM5/AM4, Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/115X | AMD AM5/AM4, Intel LGA1954/1851/1700/1200/115X |
| Tower Layout | Single-Tower | Dual-Tower |
| Fan Count | 1-50% | 2 |
| Noise Level | 31.45 dBA+6.8 dBA | 24.6 dBA |
| Cooler Weight | 950 g | 1320 g |
| Heatpipe Count | 4 | 6 |
| Base Material | Direct-Touch Copper | Nickel-Plated Copper |
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Max Speed | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM-32% |
| Airflow | 63.4 CFM-23% | 82.52 CFM |
| Static Pressure | 3.33 mmH2O | 2.08 mmH2O-38% |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 3 years-50% | 6 years |
| Fans | 1x 120mm Hydro Bearing PWM, up to 2200 RPM | 2x NF-A15 HS-PWM chromax.black, 140mm |
| Source URL | https://www.deepcool.com/products/Cooling/cpuaircoolers/AK400-G2-Wood-Grain-Top-Cover-CPU-Cooler/2025/21908.shtml | https://www.noctua.at/en/products/nh-d15-chromax-black/specifications |
Verdict
Noctua NH-D15 chromax.black
8.9 / 10 Expert Rating
A modern-classic flagship that trades Noctua's traditional colorway for stealth without losing any thermal performance.