Noctua NF-R8 redux-1800 PWM, High Performance Cooling Fan, 4-Pin, 1800 RPM (80mm, Grey)

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I recently upgraded my PC in the hope that one day there will be graphics cards again. I miss graphics cards. As part of this upgrade, I decided to ditch my manual fan controller and let the motherboard do the work automatically. To do this properly I needed 4-pin PWM fans. I've used Noctua fans for years and been completely happy with the performance and low sound levels. I use my PC for my little home recording studio, so it's needs to be quiet. Installation was a doddle, but I do think that Noctua should include rubber isolating mounts at this price. This 80mm fan is whisper quiet even at full speed, and with the motherboard controlling it, it's utterly silent. As a bonus, it's cheaper then the original version. I've used this as a 'push' fan at the front of the case. I initially installed just a 120mm 'pull' fan at the rear, and found the case temperatures to be strangely high. The air coming out of the back was also worryingly warm. I eventually discovered that the fan on my new power supply stops completely when it's at idle. My rear case fan was pulling air in backwards through the stationary power supply fan, through the power supply, into the case and out through the back of the case! Basically, I was using the power supply to warm the inside of the case. This 80mm fan now blows air into the front of the case, and the internal temperatures are much lower. Noctua have been the leaders in silent fans for years. This 'Redux' range brings the price down while keeping the key features. I had to pay a little extra to buy it from a third-party as it was out of stock at Noctua's own Amazon Shop. It was worth it.

I can't say enough good things about my Noctua PC fans. I've always been bothered by noisy computer components, but this fan has completely changed my experience. It is so unbelievably quiet that I have to double-check to make sure it's actually running. The silence is a stark contrast to the stock fans I was using before, and it has made my entire setup feel more serene. Beyond the silence, the performance is top-notch. It keeps my components cool even under heavy load, ensuring everything runs smoothly. The build quality feels premium and durable, and the installation was a breeze. If you're looking for a powerful fan that delivers on both performance and an amazingly silent operation, look no further. This is an essential upgrade for any PC builder who values a peaceful environment.

Excelente ventilador, es silencioso y mueve una buena cantidad de aire, en mi caso me ha funcionado a la perfección para disminuir la temperatura; claro que por el tamaño, al trabajar bajo condiciones exigentes el ruido que genera es perceptible pero no llega a molestar.

Have 3 of Noctua's 120mm fans currently running in my system. This has been a great addition as well; especially for the price. Moves a lot of air, and does so quietly. Great job by the seller as well. Product was packaged nicely, and does not have any defects. Good quality control on their end as well. Note to Noctua :- Please provide a Y-Header cable & Long fan screws for easier installation and airflow management. PSA - People have been known to say that even Noctua fans produce a lot of coil whine. Any fan motors over 800RPM start being audible, and especially over 1200 RPM the whine becomes painful. It's just that Noctua's fans are super stable, and move a lot more air for the same speeds. If there are multiple fans in the system, run a system software to tweak/manage the fan curves to provide optimum balance between cooling/noise.