Noctua Enters the AIO Liquid Cooling Market with Computex 2025 Debut
Noctua, a name synonymous with high-quality air cooling solutions, is finally stepping into the All-in-One (AIO) liquid cooling market. At Computex 2025, the Austrian company unveiled its first AIO CPU liquid coolers, marking a long-anticipated move into a competitive landscape. This debut promises to bring Noctua's renowned focus on cooling performance and low noise levels to a new segment.
Instead of developing their own pump from scratch, Noctua is utilizing Asetek's G8 V2 pump design. However, Noctua isn't simply rebranding an existing solution. The company is heavily focused on optimizing the existing Asetek design with many advanced design choices.
One key area of improvement is noise reduction. Noctua has implemented a unique sound isolation system for the pump unit, featuring three-layer sound insulation and an integrated mass damper. According to ComputerBase, this innovative design significantly reduces pump vibrations, leading to a quieter operation. Internal test show a reduction of 5.7 dB(A) attributed solely to this new pump design by Noctua.
The AIO coolers will feature three operating modes: Quiet, Balanced, and Manual, allowing users to tailor the cooling performance to their specific needs and preferences. The radiators will be paired with either NF-A14x25 G2 (140 mm) or NF-A12x25 G2 (120 mm) fans, known for their exceptional performance and quiet operation.
Noctua plans to offer its AIO coolers in three different sizes: 420 mm, 360 mm, and 240 mm, catering to a wide range of PC builds and case sizes. Furthermore, existing owners of Noctua air coolers will find the installation process familiar, as the AIO coolers utilize Noctua's well-regarded SecuFirm+ mounting system. This could mean that users with existing Noctua air coolers may not need to replace the brackets.
While an exact release date is yet to be announced, Noctua aims to launch its AIO CPU coolers in the first quarter of 2026. The debut of Noctua's CPU liquid cooling solution has been highly anticipated. In addition to enhanced acoustics, the cooling solution also boasts an optional fan that can add airflow to a system's memory (RAM), VRMs and nearby M.2 SSDs.
Did you know that Asetek, a company relied upon for its liquid cooling business, may soon shift its focus to sim racing products?
The unveiling of Noctua's first AIO coolers at Computex 2025 marks a significant milestone. Will Noctua disrupt the AIO liquid cooling market with its focus on performance and silence? Share your thoughts and predictions in the comments below!
