Best FM2+ CPU cooler based on Noise and efficiency

[Rambo111]

I'm looking for the best CPU cooler with FM2+ Socket that has a low noise level and does a good job at keeping the CPU cool.

 

[StormBrew]

Your CPU cooler really depends on the case you are using, as some cooler fit, while others don't. Ordered by size, I would say these are the best performing, quietest coolers. (the fm2 motherboard is listed to prove compatibility)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-U9S 46.4 CFM CPU Cooler ($59.88 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-U12S 55.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($61.88 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-U14S 55.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($69.95 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D15 82.5 CFM CPU Cooler ($87.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus A68HM-E Micro ATX FM2+ Motherboard (Purchased For $0.00)

The U9S is best for Mini-ITX enclosures where you can't get larger coolers to fit.
The U12S is a slight step up above the U9S and offers greater cooling performance at similar noise levels.
The U14S has a similar story being even better at cooling, and offering the same noise levels.
The D15 is the best cooler, with performance rivaling water cooling systems, and offers extremely quiet noise levels.

If these are too expensive for you, the best cheap cooler that I would recommend is:
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG C7 40.5 CFM CPU Cooler ($37.49 @ Amazon)

The Cryorig cooler is not as silent as the Noctua coolers, nor as efficient at dissipating heat, but is a great cooler for the price.

I hope this answers your question!

 

[altazi]

I am running an A10-7860 APU (3.6GHz, 65W TDP) on an ASRock A88M-G/3.1 motherboard, and using a Noctua NH-L9a 92mm SSO2 CPU Cooler. I have a slim MicroATX case, which precludes using the taller coolers. At idle, the ASRock A-Tuning app shows CPU temps @ 38C, and under full load (Prime95) CPU temp is up to 57C. The AMD Overdrive app doesn't show temperature directly, but instead shows 'thermal margin', which is around 27C under load. This means the APU could get 27 degrees hotter before it began throttling to reduce temperature.

 

[Ecky]

It doesn't make a lot of sense to me to put a $60-90 cooler on a $60-90 CPU.