The laptop fans category covers replacement cooling fans, cooling modules with a heatsink and standalone heatsinks for the processor or graphics chip. It is for anyone whose laptop has become loud, overheats or shuts down unexpectedly.
Our range includes over 250 products, mostly for ASUS, Lenovo, Acer and HP laptops.
How to choose a laptop fan
Exact laptop model. Laptop fans are not universal: the housing shape, mounting points and connector differ even between series from the same manufacturer. Compare your laptop model and the part number (often printed on the sticker of the old fan) with the product description. Most fans in our range are listed as compatible with ASUS, and there are also fans for Acer and Lenovo laptops.
Fan or cooling module. If only the impeller or bearing has failed, the fan on its own is enough. If the problem is a clogged heatsink or damaged heat pipes, a cooling module, where the fan comes assembled with the heatsink, is the better choice. Our range includes both types, as well as separate heatsinks.
CPU or graphics cooling. Many gaming laptops have two fans: one cools the processor, the other the graphics chip. Before ordering, work out which one has failed and whether you need a single fan or a pair.
Connector and pins. The plug must fit the socket on the motherboard, and the voltage and number of pins must match the original part. If the product description does not list these, rely on the part number.
How hard it is to fit. Replacing a cooling module requires fresh thermal paste, and some laptops have to be taken apart almost down to the motherboard. If you are unsure of your skills, it is better to leave the job to a repair shop.
Brands we carry
- ASUS: known for its ROG and TUF gaming laptops, which often need two fans; ASUS parts make up the largest share of our range.
- Lenovo: makes the ThinkPad business line and the Legion gaming series, and is second by number of products in this category.
- Acer: known for the everyday Aspire line and for the Nitro and Predator gaming series, whose cooling systems differ from those of office models.
- HP: widely used in business laptops such as the ProBook and EliteBook.
- Dell: known for the Latitude business line and the XPS series, where the cooling system is often fitted into a very small space.
- MSI: specialises in gaming laptops, which typically have thicker cooling systems with several heat pipes.
Also in our range: Samsung, Intel, QNAP and Lexmark products.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know my laptop fan needs replacing?
The usual signs are grinding or rattling noises, a fan that does not spin, overheating followed by shutdowns, or a fan error message at start-up. Try cleaning out the dust first, as it is a common reason for a fan to stall. If the noise or heat remains, the part is worth replacing.
Will one fan fit any laptop?
No, fans are chosen for a specific laptop model. Size, mounting points and connector vary, so even parts for different series of the same brand may be incompatible. The most reliable way is to match the part number or your laptop model designation.
Can I replace a laptop fan myself?
Often you can, if you have the right screwdriver and some patience. On some models removing the bottom cover is enough, while on others much of the laptop has to be dismantled. Replacing a cooling module also means applying new thermal paste to the processor or graphics chip.
What is the difference between a fan and a cooling module?
A fan is only the spinning part that pushes air through the laptop. A cooling module combines the fan with a heatsink, and often with heat pipes that carry heat away from the processor or graphics chip. If the heatsink is damaged or clogged, replacing the fan alone may not be enough.
