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Noctua NA-HC3 chromax.Black.swap, Aesthetic Add-On Heatsink Cover
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Noctua NA-HC3 chromax.Black.swap, Aesthetic Add-On Heatsink Cover

Bottom line: The Noctua NA-HC3 chromax.Black.swap: Set of 2 covers dresses both NH-D15 fin-stacks; main trade-off: fits only NH-D15, NH-D15S and NH-D15S SE-AM4 heatsinks.

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Mike Perry — Hardware researcher since 2014, focused on GPU performance across gaming, rendering, and local-LLM inference. Synthesises community benchmarks, manufacturer specs, and public forum data into actionable buying guides.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Set of 2 covers dresses both NH-D15 fin-stacks
  • ✓ Six swappable inlay colours: red, blue, green, yellow, black, white
  • ✓ Powder-coated aluminium, not plastic trim
  • ✓ Matches Noctua chromax fans and anti-vibration pads
  • ✓ Backed by a 6-year Noctua manufacturer's warranty

Cons

  • ✗ Fits only NH-D15, NH-D15S and NH-D15S SE-AM4 heatsinks
  • ✗ Cosmetic add-on only; no stated cooling benefit
  • ✗ No RGB lighting; colour comes from fixed inlays only
  • ✗ Not for single-tower Noctua coolers

Manufacturer description

The Noctua NA-HC3 chromax.black.swap heatsink cover set gives the top of your NH-D15-series CPU cooler a finished, colour-matched look. The set includes 2 covers, one for each fin-stack of the dual-tower heatsink, so the whole cooler looks consistent from above instead of showing bare fin edges. Each cover is powder-coated aluminium in black and takes swappable inlays in six colours: red, blue, green, yellow, black and white. You can match your motherboard, RAM or case lighting now, then change the accent later without buying new covers. The inlays are the part you swap, so a new build theme…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Noctua NA-HC3 chromax.Black.swap using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the cooling & fans category. Noctua's cooling & fans lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for cooling & fans of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Noctua coolers does the NA-HC3 fit?

The NA-HC3 is compatible with the Noctua NH-D15, NH-D15S and NH-D15S SE-AM4 dual-tower heatsinks. For any other cooler model, check Noctua's compatibility information before you buy.

How many covers come in the set?

The set includes 2 covers, one for each fin-stack of the dual-tower NH-D15-series heatsink, so both towers are covered.

What inlay colours are included?

The chromax.black.swap edition comes with swappable inlays in six colours: red, blue, green, yellow, black and white. You can change the accent colour whenever your build theme changes.

What material are the covers made of?

The covers are made from powder-coated aluminium with a black chromax finish, designed to match Noctua's chromax line of fans and anti-vibration pads.

What warranty does the NA-HC3 have?

Noctua covers the NA-HC3 with a 6-year manufacturer's warranty. Check Noctua's support site for claim details.

Key Features

  • chromax.black.swap edition heatsink covers with swappable inlays (red, blue, green, yellow, black, white) for colour-customising Noctua NH-D15(S) CPU coolers
  • Made from high-quality powder-coated aluminium
  • Compatible with Noctua NH-D15, NH-D15S and NH-D15S SE-AM4 dual tower heatsinks (set includes 2 covers for outfitting both fin-stacks)
  • Ideal for matching with Noctua’s chromax line fans and anti-vibration pads
  • Easy installation and 6-year manufacturer’s warranty

Full Specifications

BrandNoctua
ModelNA-HC3 black
CPU SocketSocket AM4
Unit Count1 Count
Part NumberNA-HC3 chromax.black.swap
Mounting TypeMagnetic
Number of Items2
Vibration/RumbleYes
Warranty Description6 year manufacturer’s warranty
Cooler Heatsink MaterialAluminum
Item Dimensions L x W x H24.5"L x 6.5"W x 21.5"H
Cooler Heatsink CompatibilityAluminium
Global Trade Identification Number09010018200416
EU Spare Part Availability Duration6 years

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