Noctua is finally stepping into the all-in-one liquid cooling market, and its Computex lineup makes it clear that the company is not treating this as a small side project. The well-known PC cooling brand is preparing to launch its first AIO liquid coolers this month under the NL-LC1 series, while also showing off next-generation air coolers, new thermal interface technology, updated power supply collaborations, GPU connector protection hardware, and even a fan-cooled gaming mouse.
The biggest announcement is the arrival of Noctua’s first AIO CPU coolers. The NL-LC1 lineup will be available in three radiator sizes: 240mm, 360mm, and 420mm. Pricing is expected to start at €219 for the 240mm model, €249 for the 360mm version, and €279 for the larger 420mm design.
These coolers are built around Asetek’s Emma V2 pump platform, which is designed to deliver strong thermal performance and long-term reliability. Noctua is pairing the radiators with its premium NF-A12x25 G2 and NF-A14x25 G2 fans, depending on the model, with the goal of offering high cooling capacity without the loud noise levels often associated with powerful liquid coolers.
Noise control is a major focus of the NL-LC1 series. Noctua has added a pump noise absorber with a three-layer soundproofing structure and a tuned-mass damper effect to reduce pump vibration and acoustic output. Users will also get three pump speed profiles: quiet, balanced, and manual. The quiet mode will be the default, while manual mode allows full control for users who want to fine-tune performance.
The coolers will use standard 30mm-thick radiators and Noctua’s SecuFirm2+ mounting system, which is designed for easy installation, strong contact pressure, and future upgrade compatibility. Noctua is also including fan speed offset functionality to help reduce humming or vibration caused by beat frequencies when multiple fans run at similar speeds.
The NL-LC1 AIO series is expected to arrive in June 2026 and will be backed by a six-year manufacturer warranty.
Alongside the new AIO coolers, Noctua is introducing the NL-ACF1 auxiliary cooling fan. This optional accessory is designed to attach to NL-LC1 coolers and provide extra airflow around the CPU socket area. That can help cool nearby motherboard components such as VRMs, RAM modules, and M.2 SSDs, which often receive less airflow in liquid-cooled systems compared to traditional tower air cooler setups.
The NL-ACF1 uses an 80mm NF-A8 fan with PWM support, allowing automatic speed control or manual tuning. Its custom frame design uses the Coanda effect to help guide airflow outward across nearby components. Installation is designed to be simple thanks to a magnetic snap-on attachment system. Noctua rates the fan for more than 150,000 hours of operation thanks to its SSO2 bearing. The NL-ACF1 is also planned for June 2026.
Noctua is not abandoning its air-cooling roots, either. The company is showing a next-generation low-profile CPU cooler for AMD AM5 systems, designed as a completely reworked member of the NH-L12 family.
This new small-form-factor cooler uses six heatpipes and measures just 70mm tall, including the fan. That makes it slightly shorter than previous models while improving compatibility with compact Mini-ITX cases. Despite the low height, it still offers 35mm of RAM clearance, making it suitable for many DDR5 memory modules.
The cooler is designed specifically around modern AMD AM5 Mini-ITX motherboards, with a layout intended to avoid common clearance issues. It uses an NF-A12x25 G2 fan instead of the slim fans normally seen in this class, aiming for better performance and lower noise. The base uses Noctua’s LBC convexity design for improved contact on AM5 and AM4 processors without requiring offset mounting. It will also ship with NT-H2 thermal compound and the NA-TPG1 thermal paste guard.
This next-generation low-profile AM5 cooler is currently expected in the second quarter of 2027.
Noctua is also preparing a next-generation workstation CPU cooler for high-end desktop and workstation platforms. This cooler is designed with future AMD Threadripper processors in mind, while also supporting Intel workstation sockets.
The design uses a dual-tower heatsink with seven heatpipes and a large baseplate to improve heat dissipation across large workstation CPUs. It is built around front-to-back airflow, matching the horizontal socket layout used on many workstation motherboards. Fan options include Noctua’s NF-A14x25r G2 and NF-A12x25 G2, both chosen for strong airflow and low noise.
Socket support is planned for Intel LGA4710 and LGA4677, as well as AMD sTR5, TR4, SP3, and SP6. Noctua also says support for future platforms is in preparation. This workstation cooler is expected in the second quarter of 2027.
Another standout announcement is Noctua’s new NT-CP1 thermal pad for AMD AM5 and AM4 CPUs, developed in collaboration with Carbice. Instead of using traditional thermal paste or phase-change material, this pad uses vertically aligned carbon nanotube structures reinforced with an aluminum backbone.
The biggest advantage is longevity. Traditional thermal pastes can dry out, pump out, crack, or degrade over time. Noctua says the NT-CP1 is designed to avoid those issues and has been tested for more than 100,000 thermal cycles. Rather than losing effectiveness, the material is designed to maintain strong long-term performance and reliability.
The pad is electrically non-conductive before use thanks to a nanoscale polymer coating, which also helps prevent slipping during installation. It uses a peel-and-stick design, making it easier to apply and remove than standard paste. Noctua is initially tailoring the NT-CP1 for AMD AM5 and AM4 processors, but the company is also exploring Intel-specific versions.
The NT-CP1 carbon nanotube thermal pad is expected in September 2026.
Noctua’s collaboration with Seasonic is also moving forward with a new generation of PRIME TX Noctua Edition power supplies. These upcoming units are based on a next-generation Seasonic PRIME Enterprise platform and will be available in 1300W and 1600W versions.
A key feature is OptiGuard, an intelligent GPU power protection system with pin-level current monitoring. This is designed to improve safety and reliability by detecting potential power delivery problems. The units will be ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 compliant, making them suitable for modern high-end graphics cards.
Despite their high wattage, the new power supplies will be shorter than the previous design, measuring 180mm instead of 210mm. That should improve case compatibility. Cooling is handled by a Noctua NF-A12x25 G2 fan paired with a custom optimized fan grill. Semi-passive operation means the fan stays off under regular loads and ambient temperatures, only ramping up quietly as power demand increases.
The units will feature fully modular Noctua-themed cabling and Titanium-level efficiency, reaching up to 94% efficiency at 50% load. The next-generation Seasonic PRIME TX Noctua Edition power supplies are currently expected in the first quarter of 2027.
Noctua is also working with Thermal Grizzly on the Wire View Pro II Noctua Edition, a monitoring and protection accessory for 12V-2×6 GPU power connectors. This device is designed to monitor per-pin power consumption and help protect graphics cards from damage caused by uneven current distribution.
The Noctua Edition features a customized CNC-milled aluminum heatsink, a frameless NF-A4x10 fan, and a signature Noctua-style fan grill. It runs in semi-passive mode, staying silent at idle and providing active cooling under heavier loads. The unit can provide audible and visual warnings if safety limits are exceeded.
It is designed for plug-and-play use without custom configuration and includes a USB-C connection for user-performed firmware updates. Thermal Grizzly is also offering an extended warranty covering the GPU connector for two years. The Wire View Pro II Noctua Edition is expected in the third quarter of 2027.
Noctua’s Computex showcase also includes the Pulsar Feinmann F01 Noctua Edition gaming mouse. This lightweight gaming mouse features an integrated Noctua NF-A4x10 5V PWM fan designed to push quiet airflow toward the user’s palm. The idea is simple but unusual: reduce hand sweat during long gaming sessions while keeping power draw low and noise minimal.
The mouse keeps an ultra-lightweight 73g design and now features extra vents at the front and rear to improve airflow. It is another example of Noctua’s growing presence outside traditional CPU cooling, bringing its fan and acoustic expertise into more niche gaming hardware.
Overall, Noctua’s latest product roadmap is one of its most ambitious yet. The NL-LC1 AIO liquid coolers mark a major new chapter for the company, while the upcoming low-profile AM5 cooler, workstation heatsink, carbon nanotube thermal pad, high-efficiency power supplies, GPU connector protection module, and fan-cooled gaming mouse show that Noctua is expanding across nearly every corner of the enthusiast PC hardware market.
For PC builders who prioritize quiet operation, long-term reliability, and premium cooling performance, Noctua’s upcoming lineup gives plenty to watch over the next several product cycles.Noctua Details Upcoming 8kHz Mouse Concept and Thermosiphon CPU Cooler Roadmap
Noctua has shared fresh details on two very different products in its development pipeline: a uniquely styled high-performance mouse and its ambitious Thermosiphon two-phase CPU cooler. Both projects highlight the company’s focus on performance, durability, and quiet operation, but they are aimed at very different types of PC enthusiasts.
The upcoming mouse appears to be designed for gamers and performance-focused users who want fast response times, premium materials, and a distinctive look. One of its key features is a DPI sensor paired with an 8kHz polling rate, which should allow for extremely responsive input and smoother tracking in fast-paced games.
The design also includes a carbon composite exoskeleton, suggesting Noctua is aiming for a structure that is both strong and lightweight. For charging and wired operation, the mouse uses a USB-C port, making it more convenient for modern setups.
One of the more unusual features is active airflow control. Fan speed can be adjusted in five levels either through physical buttons or a web-based driver. This gives users direct control over cooling performance and noise levels, depending on their preference.
Visually, the mouse stands out with Noctua’s signature color scheme, giving it the recognizable beige-and-brown styling that has become closely associated with the brand’s fans and cooling products. The estimated launch window is currently June or July 2026.
Noctua also provided an important update on its Thermosiphon cooler, a two-phase CPU cooling project that is now expected to arrive in Q3 2027. While that places the product further out on the roadmap, the company says development has made major progress.
The Thermosiphon cooler is being developed as a two-phase CPU cooling solution with flexible tubing. Noctua’s goal is to deliver the form factor, convenience, and performance level of an all-in-one liquid cooler, but without the pump. By removing moving parts, the cooler is designed to avoid pump noise and vibration while improving long-term reliability.
The project is being developed in partnership with Calyos, a company known for two-phase cooling solutions used in demanding industries such as aviation, renewable energy, and automotive applications. This partnership gives Noctua access to specialized expertise in passive and phase-change thermal systems.
Unlike a traditional AIO cooler, the Thermosiphon relies on a gravity-dependent operation. Because of that, the current design targets a 360mm radiator-style form factor intended for top-exhaust mounting. The flexible tubes are designed to make installation easier while improving compatibility across different PC cases.
Noctua says the development process has advanced significantly. The company has improved its rapid prototyping and validation workflow, moving from around one evaporator design per month to as many as four per day. Over the past 12 months, more than 400 evaporator prototypes and 25 condenser prototypes have been built and tested.
To better understand the cooling behavior inside the system, Noctua has used glass-top evaporators and high-speed cameras. This allows engineers to study vaporization and flow behavior in detail, helping refine the internal structure of the cooler.
The latest evaporator design has reportedly been optimized for stronger vaporization performance and improved resistance to CPU hotspots. Meanwhile, the condenser fin and microchannel structure have been tuned for maximum condensation performance when paired with NF-A12x25 G2 fans.
Another important update is the move to a U-Flow condenser design with a single-side inlet and outlet. This should help improve case compatibility and simplify installation. Noctua has also developed a new tube material that offers extremely low permeation, reduced levels of non-condensable gases, better connector sealing, and full regulatory compliance.
While the Thermosiphon cooler is still some time away, the project is one of Noctua’s most interesting upcoming cooling technologies. If it reaches its development targets, it could offer the performance and installation style of a 360mm liquid cooler while eliminating one of the biggest concerns of liquid cooling: pump failure and pump noise.
With the 8kHz mouse expected in mid-2026 and the Thermosiphon cooler targeting Q3 2027, Noctua’s roadmap shows the company expanding beyond traditional air coolers while still focusing on the same core values: quiet operation, reliability, premium engineering, and enthusiast-grade performance.
