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Arctic F12 PWM vs Corsair AF140 Elite: Comparison
Arctic F12 PWM and Corsair AF140 Elite separate most on static pressure: Arctic F12 PWM at 1.0 mmH2O, Corsair AF140 Elite at 1.73 mmH2O, 42% in favour of Corsair AF140 Elite. Airflow splits them by another 37%, again favouring Corsair AF140 Elite. They match on 11 other specifications, including bearing type, lighting and fan thickness.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Brand | Arctic | Corsair |
| Model | F12 PWM | AF140 Elite |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Fluid Dynamic |
| Lighting | No RGB | No RGB |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 1.0 mmH2O-42% | 1.73 mmH2O |
| Max Speed | 1350 RPM-16% | 1600 RPM |
| Noise Level | 22.5 dBA | 31 dBA+8.5 dBA |
| Airflow | 53.0 CFM-37% | 84.5 CFM |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Min Speed | 230 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Zero RPM Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| Lighting Connector | None | None |
| Ecosystem | None | None |
| RGB Lighting | No | No |
| Lighting Type | None | None |
| Colorway | Black | Black |
| Weight | 105 g | 302 g |
| Warranty | 6 years | 5 years-17% |
| Positioning | Budget | Premium |
| Source URL | https://www.arctic.de/en/F12-PWM/ACFAN00203A | https://www.corsair.com/us/en/p/case-fans/co-9050141-ww/af140-elite-high-performance-140mm-pwm-fluid-dynamic-bearing-fan-co-9050141-ww |
Verdict
Arctic F12 PWM
7 / 10 Expert Rating
The no-frills budget fan pick when a build just needs more quiet case airflow.
Corsair AF140 Elite
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A strong plain-black high-airflow 140mm fan for builders who want zero-RPM idle without paying for RGB.