Noctua Roadmap: New PSUs, Fan Mice, Thermosiphon & Prototypes

For PC enthusiasts who prioritize silent operation and exceptiental build quality, Noctua has long been the benchmark. The company’s latest product roadmap, updated in January 2026, outlines an ambitious year ahead, though its history suggests these timelines are more aspirational than absolute. This cautious approach stems from a core philosophy: quality over speed. The brand would rather delay a product than compromise its standards, a principle that explains why its published schedules are often treated as flexible guides rather than firm commitments.

The second quarter of 2026 is shaping up to be particularly eventful. After years of resistance due to concerns over pump noise, Noctua is finally entering the all-in-one liquid cooler market through a partnership with Asetek. This fully Noctua-branded AIO will utilize Asetek’s EMMA (Gen 8) V2 platform, with Noctua implementing specific design tweaks like a tuned mass damper to minimize acoustic intrusion. The coolers will be available in 240mm, 360mm, and 420mm sizes and will be backed by the company’s industry-leading six-year warranty.

Also arriving in Q2 is a highly requested variant: a black NF-A12x25 G2 fan. Creating this model has been a significant technical challenge. The fan’s impeller is made from Sterrox Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP), and altering the pigment affects the molding process. With a blade-to-frame clearance of just 0.5 millimeters, there is absolutely no margin for error, which has extended the development timeline considerably.

Rounding out the quarter is a unique collaboration with Pulsar for the Feinmann Noctua Edition gaming mouse. This ultra-lightweight mouse, with a magnesium alloy shell, will integrate a tiny Noctua fan to aid with airflow. Featuring a high-performance PixArt PAW3950 sensor and a distinctive Noctua color scheme, this limited-run peripheral is expected to carry a premium price tag, potentially exceeding $250.

The third quarter brings a shift toward accessory and component expansions. Planned releases include a 140mm desk fan, a companion USB fan controller, and a new line of co-branded power supplies with Seasonic. Following the niche 1600-watt model already available, the new Prime PX Noctua Edition series will offer more mainstream wattages of 850W, 1000W, and 1200W. These compact PSUs will come equipped with an NF-A12x25 G2 fan, a noise-optimized brown shroud, and themed cabling.

Notably absent from the current roadmap are two previously showcased prototypes. The innovative thermosiphon cooler, developed with Calyos, uses a phase-changing coolant in a passive, gravity-driven cycle, eliminating pump noise entirely. Due to its engineering complexity, Noctua has stated it will not appear on the roadmap until it is near completion. Similarly, the NH-D12 dual-tower cooler has vanished from the schedule. This prototype, revealed in 2024, promised D15-level performance in a 120mm form factor, but its potential to cannibalize existing products may have influenced its delayed development.

While the roadmap provides a glimpse into Noctua’s future, the company’s commitment to perfection means release dates are always subject to change. The upcoming AIO, black fans, and novel collaborations, however, signal a brand continuing to evolve while holding fast to its foundational principles of acoustic excellence and durable engineering.