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Noctua NM-i17xx-MP78 chromax.Black, Mounting Kit for Intel LGA1851/1700 | For Coolers with 78mm Mounting Pitch, Supports LGA1851/1700, 1-Piece Backplate with Fixed Struts, Trusted SecuFirm2 Quality
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Noctua NM-i17xx-MP78 chromax.Black

Bottom line: The Noctua NM-i17xx-MP78 chromax.Black: Adds Intel LGA1851 and LGA1700 support to 78mm-pitch Noctua coolers; main trade-off: fits only Noctua coolers with 78mm mounting pitch, not other brands.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Adds Intel LGA1851 and LGA1700 support to 78mm-pitch Noctua coolers
  • ✓ One-piece dedicated backplate with fixed struts for even contact pressure
  • ✓ All-black bars and thumb screws match chromax.black heatsinks
  • ✓ Thumb-screw install, no full cooler rebuild required

Cons

  • ✗ Fits only Noctua coolers with 78mm mounting pitch, not other brands
  • ✗ Backplate is LGA1851/1700-specific, no reuse on other sockets
  • ✗ Must verify your cooler on Noctua's compatibility list first
  • ✗ Kit only, no thermal paste or fans included

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Noctua NM-i17xx-MP78 chromax.Black using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the processors category. Noctua's processors 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 processors 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.

Key Features

  • Mounting upgrade kit for Noctua CPU coolers with 78mm mounting pitch (see detailed compatibility information on Noctua website)
  • Enables the installation of compatible Noctua CPU coolers on Intel’s LGA1851 and LGA1700 socket for Intel Core and Core Ultra processors
  • Tailor-made for LGA1851/1700, dedicated one-piece backplate with fixed struts
  • Outstanding reliability, optimal contact pressure and easy, straightforward installation
  • chromax.black version with all-black mounting bars and thumb screws, ideal for chromax.black line heatsinks

Full Specifications

BrandNoctua
ColorBlack
MaterialMetal
Set Namechromax.black
Unit Count1 Count
Finish TypesPainted
Model NumberNM-i17xx-MP78 chromax.black
Material TypeMetal
Mounting TypeCPU cooler mount
Item Dimensions5.98 x 4.37 x 1.18 inches
Manufacturer Part NumberNM-i17xx-MP78 chromax.black
Item dimensions L x W x H5.98 x 4.37 x 1.18 inches
Manufacturer Warranty Description6 year manufacturer’s warranty
Full listing titleNoctua NM-i17xx-MP78 chromax.Black, Mounting Kit for Intel LGA1851/1700 | For Coolers with 78mm Mounting Pitch, Supports LGA1851/1700, 1-Piece Backplate with Fixed Struts, Trusted SecuFirm2 Quality

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