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DeepCool AK500S vs Noctua NH-D15 chromax.black: Comparison
DeepCool AK500S and Noctua NH-D15 chromax.black separate most on fan count: DeepCool AK500S at 1, Noctua NH-D15 chromax.black at 2, 50% in favour of Noctua NH-D15 chromax.black. Height splits them by another 6%, this time favouring DeepCool AK500S. They match on tdp rating and rgb lighting.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DeepCool | Noctua |
| Cooler Type | Air, Single-Tower | Air, Dual-Tower |
| Series | DeepCool AK500S | Noctua NH-D15 chromax.black |
| Tower Type | Single-Tower | Dual-Tower |
| Model Number | AK500S | NH-D15 chromax.black |
| Height | 155 mm | 165 mm-6% |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200 | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1851/2066/1200 |
| Fan Count | 1-50% | 2 |
| TDP Rating | 220 | 220 |
| Noise Level | 28+3.4 dBA | 24.6 |
| RGB Lighting | No | No |
Verdict
DeepCool AK500S
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A sensible budget trim of the AK500 line for builders who don't need the display and want to save a few dollars.
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.