Introduction to Noctua’s Commitment
Noctua, a renowned name in the CPU cooling industry, has made an exciting announcement that fans of their products will appreciate. All of Noctua’s CPU coolers and mounting kits designed for Intel’s LGA1700 socket will also seamlessly support the forthcoming LGA1851 socket. This new socket is set to be paired with Intel’s Core Ultra Desktop Processors, also known by their code name, Arrow Lake-S. This commitment ensures that users can transition to new technology without the hassle of replacing their entire cooling solutions.
Free Upgrade Kits: A Testament to Quality
In a remarkable display of customer service, Noctua will provide free mounting upgrade kits for older heatsink models that do not currently support LGA1700 or LGA1851. Roland Mossig, Noctua’s CEO, stated, “We have offered free-of-charge mounting upgrade kits to our customers ever since AMD introduced AM2 in 2006, and we’re proudly continuing this tradition with the upcoming Intel Core Ultra series 2 processors.” This policy reflects Noctua’s commitment to ensuring their customers have the best possible experience.
Backward Compatibility: Noctua’s Legacy
What’s truly remarkable is that all current multi-socket coolers from Noctua support the LGA1851 socket out of the box, requiring no updates whatsoever. Even older models dating back to as early as 2005 can be used with the latest Intel processors, as most will have a straightforward upgrade path available at no cost. This level of compatibility demonstrates Noctua’s dedication to longevity and value for their customers.
