Zaključak

Noctua je još jednom pokazala kako zna zadržati kontinuitet proizvodnje vrhunskih
hladnjaka, a poneke već ionako dobre karakteristike još dodatno unaprijediti.
U prvom redu tu govorimo o odlično riješenim kopčama ventilatora i SecuFirm2
mehanizmu koji na jedostavan način objedinjuje kompatibilnost sa tri različita
Intelova socketa. D14 je u svim detaljima odličan proizvod, od kvalitete
materijala, izrade pa sve do završne obrade. Lak je za montažu a i performanse
su na najvišem nivou. Mana mu je, iako samo uvjetna, njegova veličina. Kupac
mora biti svjestan njegove veličine prije nabavke, i činjenice da ma kako ga
orijentirao u odnosu na ploču uvijek će nečemu smetati. Velike dimenzije potežu
i veliku masu koja također može biti problem. Druga stvar koja zapravo kvari
ukupni dojam je povećana buka P14 ventilatora, što svakako odskače od Noctuinog
standarda postavljenog sa P12 modelima. Naravno da ta buka nije nepodnošljiva,
no u odnosu na gotovo nečujne P12 modele je primjetna. Na sreću sa U.L.N. adapterom
ga se da utišati na razinu P12 ventilatora, no tada je i protok zraka manji.
Temperatura će u tom slučaju porasti za stupanj-dva, što nije puno ali može
biti prepreka u traženju najvećeg mogućeg takta CPU-a. Sve u svemu, riječ je
i dalje o vrhunskom proizvodu koji će zadovoljiti i najprobirljivije. U Europi
ćete ga naći po cijenama od oko 75 €.

Coolink je također sa Coratorom DS odradio solidan posao. Nije to ni blizu
kvaliteti tišini i intuitivnosti Noctue, no ipak je i cijena za 25 € niža. Ukoliko
ga idemo uspoređivati sa Thermalrightovim MUX-120 hladnjakom (koji ima otprilike
istu cijenu), tada moramo reći kako je zahvaljujući performansama, nešto nižoj
buci na najvišim okretajima i SecuFirm2 sistemu u prednosti. Ukoliko ga pak
uspoređujemo sa NH-U12P modelom, jasno je kako ne Noctua nadmoćnija po svemu
(poglavito po tišini) osim po performansama prilikom overclockinga. Mane su
mu naravno već spomenuto uklanjanje i ponovna montaža ventilatora, koja je zbog
nepraktičnih kopči prava muka. Ipak sve u svemu je to solidan proizvod koji
donosi performanse po prihvatljivoj cijeni od 50-tak € (u Njemačkoj). Što se
tiče Coolinkovih SWIF2 ventilatora preporučiti jedino možemo 120mm modele dok
su 92 i 80mm ipak malo prebučni. Cijena 80mm modela u Njemačkoj kreće od oko
7.7 €, 92mm od oko 9.25 € dok se 120mm modeli prodaju do 11 € naviše. Chillaramic
pasta s druge strane zaslužuje sve preporuke jer je u rangu sa vrlo dobrom Noctuinom
NT-H1 pastom. Cijena u Njemačkoj joj je oko 7 €.

 

Conclusion

Noctua has once again proved that they can keep the continuity to produce top
quality coolers, and manage to further improve some of the already good characteristics.
We are talking here about a great system of fan hooks and an excellent SecuFirm2
mechanism that combines the simplicity of design and compatibility with three
different Intel sockets. D14 is an excellent product in almost every detail
– from materials, build quality to final finish. It is easy to install and performance
are at the highest level. Conditionally, its dimensions though might for some
be a problem. The buyer must be aware of its size prior to acquisition, and
the fact that no matter how oriented to the motherboard it is, it will almost
always be an obstacle. It’s mass well over 1kg might also be a problem for someone.
One thing that spoils the overall impression is the increased noise of P14 fan,
which certainly stands out from standards set by Noctua`s own P12 models. Of
course, that noise was not a big problem, but compared to the almost inaudible
P12 models is noticeable. Fortunately with U.L.N. adapter we are able to lower
the noise to level of P12 fan, but then the air flow is also getting lower.
The temperature will rise in this case, for a degree or two, which is not much
but it can be an obstacle in seeking the highest possible CPU clock. All in
all, it is still the top product that will satisfy the most demanding users.
In German web shops its price is around 75 €.

Coolink has done a solid job with Corator DS. It is not in any way comparable
with NH-D14, nor have we tried to do it with this article. It simple is not
even close to the quality and silence of a Noctua, but the price is 25 € lower.
If we compare it with Thermalright`s MUX-120 cooler (which roughly has the same
price), then we must say that thanks to the performance, a little lower noise
level at the highest fan speeds and SecuFirm2 system it has an advantage. If
we compare it with the NH-U12P model, it is clear that Noctua is superior in
almost any way (especially the silence), except in performance with overclocked
CPU. The disadvantages are as we have mentioned the removal and re-installation
of the fan, which is due to impractical fan clips. All in all it is a solid
product that delivers performance at an affordable price of 50 € (in Germany).
As for SWIF2 fans goes, we can only recommend 120 mm models while the 92 and
80mm are a little too loud. Price of the 80 mm model in Germany starts from
7.7 €, of 92 mm model from € 9.25, and of 120mm model from 11 €. Chillaramic
compound deserves a recommendation because it is on par with a very good Noctua`s
NT-H1 compound. Prices in Germany start at around 7 €.