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DeepCool AK500S vs Noctua NH-U9S: Comparison
DeepCool AK500S and Noctua NH-U9S separate most on tdp rating: DeepCool AK500S at 220, Noctua NH-U9S at 130, 41% in favour of DeepCool AK500S. Height splits them by another 24%, this time favouring Noctua NH-U9S. They match on 4 other specifications, including cooler type, tower type and fan count.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DeepCool | Noctua |
| Cooler Type | Air, Single-Tower | Air, Single-Tower |
| Series | DeepCool AK500S | Noctua NH-U9S |
| Tower Type | Single-Tower | Single-Tower |
| Model Number | AK500S | NH-U9S |
| Height | 155 mm-24% | 125 mm |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200 | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1851/1200 |
| Fan Count | 1 | 1 |
| TDP Rating | 220 | 130-41% |
| Noise Level | 28+5.2 dBA | 22.8 |
| 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-U9S
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A sensible, well-built compact cooler for mATX builds that don't need flagship-level thermal headroom.