All models rock the company's SecuFirm2+ mounting, but US prices are unconfirmed
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This AIO was originally intended to launch in Q1 2026 but was delayed to Q2 late last year. Hence, we already know most of the details about this product, including the available sizes, mounting, pump solution, fan setup, and more. Most importantly, the NL-LC1 uses Asetek's Emma V2 platform for its pump rather than an in-house solution, but Noctua has developed a custom noise-suppression system around it.
There are three layers of insulation meant to ensure quiet operation, and an integrated mass damper called the "NL-PNA1" (Pump Noise Absorber) to reduce vibrations. Noctua is not only limiting the amount of noise but also ensuring the pitch isn't annoying, even for what little you might be able to hear. The company's own charts show a notable difference with and without the top cover that provides this soundproofing.
(Image credit: Future) (Image credit: Future) (Image credit: Future) (Image credit: Noctua) (Image credit: Noctua) (Image credit: Noctua) (Image credit: Noctua) The cooler comes with Noctua's legendary NF-A12x25 G2 (120mm) fans for the 240mm and 360mm models, while the 420mm features the NF-A14x25 G2 (140mm) fans instead. Similar to Silverstone's IceMyst Pro coolers we reviewed a couple of months ago, there's also an option for an additional auxiliary fan that can channel airflow to motherboard VRMs, RAM, or M.2 SSDs. It's called the "NL-ACF1" and costs 20 EUR ($23).
Noctua has equipped the NL-LC1 with its SecuFirm2+ mounting system, which supports all current-gen and recent CPUs on the market — AM4, AM5, LGA 1700, and LGA 1851. If you're already using a brown and beige air cooler, it should be a simple swap for you without needing to replace the mounting bracket. Lastly, there are three pump profiles corresponding to different fan speeds and noise levels.
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Reference reading
- https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/liquid-cooling/SPONSORED_LINK_URL
- https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/liquid-cooling/noctuas-first-ever-aio-features-a-silenced-asetek-emma-v2-pump-and-nf-a12-14-fans-240mm-nl-lc1-starts-at-usd250-goes-up-to-usd325-for-420mm-cooler#main
- https://www.tomshardware.com
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