Comparing the two models highlights their similarities while noting differences in design and features.
Comparing the two models highlights their similarities while noting differences in design and features.
for modest overclocking and if the cost remains the same (C$75), which of these two offers the best performance in terms of: a. cooling efficiency (cooling or temperature reduction), b. noise level, c. rpm range? Would you consider that using two fans where one pushes air through the tubing and the other pulls away from it? In other words, do both fans move air in the same direction? Thank you.
My system
Fractal Design Define R4
Intel 4670K
Asus Sabertooth Z87
16 GB Kingston (2x8) DDR3 1600 240 pins
Corsair PRO AX-750 Gold PSU
EVGA nVidia GeForce GT 740 4GB GPU
Asus RW Optical Drive
The U14S is definitely quieter. It delivers outstanding performance. I run it on an NH-U14S with an FX-8320 overclocked to 4.5Ghz, using a 990FX Sabertooth board that supports full 1 Ghz overclocking. Temperatures remain stable, and there are no problems. The only noise I notice is after extended use beyond 30 seconds of full load, which isn’t significant. You’re unlikely to experience CPU strain on all cores for long unless you’re doing heavy stress tests or running demanding applications. In those cases, some noise is expected. It’s also a bit smaller than the D14, which is another advantage.
The U14S is definitely quieter. It delivers outstanding performance. I run it on an NH-U14S with an FX-8320 overclocked to 4.5Ghz, using a 990FX Sabertooth board that supports full 1 Ghz overclocking. Temperatures remain stable, and there are no problems. The only noise I notice is after extended use beyond 30 seconds of full load, which isn’t significant. You’re unlikely to encounter CPU running at full capacity on all cores for long durations unless you’re doing stress tests or using demanding applications. In those cases, some noise is expected. It’s also a bit smaller than the D14, which is another advantage.
Darkbreeze :
The U14S is definitely quieter. It still delivers strong performance. I run the NH-U14S on an FX-8320 with a 4.5Ghz overclock, using a 990FX Sabertooth board that supports a full 1 Ghz boost. Temperatures are stable, and there are no problems. The only time I notice the PSU fan is after extended use beyond 30 seconds, and even then it's not excessive. Usually, you won't see the CPU running at full capacity on all cores for long unless you're doing stress tests or using demanding software. In those cases, some noise is normal. Plus, it's a bit smaller than the D14, which is another advantage.
Purchased and set up the NH-U14S along with a second NF-A15 PWM fan, both brand new for C$69. They’re audible even without any case side panels.
The device appears striking inside its housing. It features a Fractal Design Define R4 with a side acrylic window.
I thought you'd enjoy it too. I'm really satisfied with mine. I had an 212 EVO, but it was too noisy and didn't handle overclocking well. That's why I switched to an NH-D14, which worked fine but was bulkier and caused clearance problems. My U14S is great and has no such issues. I hope your fan performs similarly to mine. I've always preferred Noctua or Noiseblocker fans—those Austrian and German brands just master the craft. Heh.