The Noctua NH-U12A wins in 2 out of 3 comparable specs. Its biggest advantage is MSRP (37% better).
Galahad II Trinity 360 wins in 1 spec (TDP Rating: 75% better).
Recommendation
Choose NH-U12A if you want the best overall performance — especially msrp.
Choose Galahad II Trinity 360 if tdp rating matters more to you.
| Spec | Lian LiGalahad II Trinity 360 | NoctuaNH-U12A |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Type | AIO | Air Tower |
| Height | 55 mm | 158 mm |
| Radiator Size | 360 mm | N/A |
| Performance | ||
| TDP Rating | 350W+75% | 200W |
| Fans | 3 | 2 |
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Acoustics | ||
| Noise Level | ||
| 29 dB(A) |
| 22.6 dB(A)−22% |
| Fan RPM | 250 - 2100 | 450 - 2000 |
| Compatibility | ||
| Sockets | LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, AM5, AM4 | AM2+, AM3+, FM2+, LGA2011-3, LGA2011, LGA2066, LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1156, LGA1155, LGA1151, LGA1150, AM5, AM4, AM3, AM2, FM1, FM2 |
| Price | ||
| MSRP | $160 | $100−37% |
| Release Date | Jan 2024 | Jan 2019 |
