Noctua NF-A6x15 5V
Bottom line: The Noctua NF-A6x15 5V is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro cpu coolers & fans category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Noctua NF-A6x15 5V using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpu coolers & fans category. Noctua's retro cpu coolers & 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 retro cpu coolers & 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.
Key Features
- Premium quiet fan, 60x60x15 mm, 5V, 3-pin Molex, max. 3500 RPM, max. 19.8 dB(A), >150,000 h MTTF
- Award-winning 60x15mm A-series fan with Flow Acceleration Channels and Advanced Acoustic Optimisation frame for superior quiet cooling performance
- 5V 3-pin version (3500rpm) with polarity protection for 5V-based industrial applications or replacing 5V fans in various devices
- USB power adaptor cable allows the fan to run on devices with USB host ports, power banks or USB power supplies such as those used by smartphones
- Includes anti-vibration mounts, fan screws, extension cable, y-cable and OmniJoin adaptor set for connection to proprietary fan headers
Full Specifications
| Brand | Noctua |
|---|---|
| Model | NF-A6x15 5V |
| Voltage | 5 volts |
| Material | Fibre-glass reinforced PBT |
| Dimensions | 60x60x15 mm |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Noise Level | 19.8 db |
| Part Number | NF-A6x15 5V |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Material Type | Fibre-glass reinforced PBT |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Vibration/Rumble | Yes |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Power Connector Type | 3-Pin |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 3500 rpm |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 2.36"L x 2.36"W x 0.59"H |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 09010018100167 |
| Full listing title | Noctua NF-A6x15 5V, High-Performance Quiet Fan 60mm | High Airflow Low Noise 5V 15mm Slim Fan, for Ventilation and Electronics Cooling, USB-A Power Adaptor, 3500rpm 3-Pin |
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Noctua NF-A6x15 5V, High-Performance Quiet Fan 60mm | High Airflow Low Noise 5V 15mm Slim Fan, for Ventilation and Electronics Cooling, USB-A Power Adaptor, 3500rpm 3-Pin is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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