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Arctic F14 PWM vs Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism: Comparison
Arctic F14 PWM vs Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism: the airflow difference
On airflow the spread is 27%, Arctic F14 PWM 74 CFM against Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism 54.0 CFM, so Arctic F14 PWM takes it. Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism also leads on static pressure, 1.6 mmH2O on the Arctic F14 PWM versus 1.9 mmH2O on the Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism. Max speed runs the same way, 1350 RPM on the Arctic F14 PWM versus 1800 RPM on the Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism, another win for Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism. They differ on lighting too, No RGB on the Arctic F14 PWM versus RGB on the Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism. There is a split on positioning as well, Budget on the Arctic F14 PWM versus Mainstream on the Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism.
Arctic F14 PWM vs Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism: which one fits your build
Buy the Arctic F14 PWM for budget builds filling multiple 140mm mounts and basic front, top, or rear exhaust duty, though it is the wrong buy for radiator or high-restriction airflow paths and RGB or showcase builds. The Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism is the one to take for Cooler Master RGB ecosystem builds and show-window mirror-finish aesthetics, though it is not built for max-static-pressure radiator duty and silent builds. Our rating of the Arctic F14 PWM (6/10): an unglamorous but reliable budget 140mm fan that punches above its price for basic case airflow. Our rating of the Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism (6/10): A reasonable mid-tier RGB fan, worth it mainly for the mirror-finish look rather than outright performance.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Arctic F14 PWM and Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism differ on noise level?
Yes. Noise Level reads 23 dBA on the Arctic F14 PWM versus 27.0 dBA on the Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism.
Is the PWM Control the same on the Arctic F14 PWM and Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism?
It is. Both are listed at Yes, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Fan Size
- Arctic F14 PWM
- 140 mm
- Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism
- 120 mm
Brand
- Arctic F14 PWM
- Arctic
- Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism
- Cooler Master
Model
- Arctic F14 PWM
- F14 PWM
- Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism
- MF120 Prism
Bearing Type
- Arctic F14 PWM
- Fluid Dynamic
- Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism
- Rifle
Lighting
- Arctic F14 PWM
- No RGB
- Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism
- RGB
Static Pressure
- Arctic F14 PWM
- 1.6 mmH2O-16%
- Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism
- 1.9 mmH2OBest
Max Speed
- Arctic F14 PWM
- 1350 RPM-25%
- Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism
- 1800 RPMBest
Airflow
- Arctic F14 PWM
- 74 CFMBest
- Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism
- 54.0 CFM-27%
Noise Level
- Arctic F14 PWM
- 23 dBABest
- Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism
- 27.0 dBA
PWM Control
- Arctic F14 PWM
- Yes
- Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism
- Yes
Positioning
- Arctic F14 PWM
- Budget
- Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism
- Mainstream
Which one should you pick?
Choose Arctic F14 PWM if you want the higher airflow (74 CFM vs 54.0 CFM) and the lower noise level (23 dBA vs 27.0 dBA).
Choose Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism if you want the higher static pressure (1.9 mmH2O vs 1.6 mmH2O) and the higher max speed (1800 RPM vs 1350 RPM).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Arctic F14 PWM | Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism |
|---|---|---|
| Cooler Master Store | View on Cooler Master Store |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
Arctic F14 PWM
6 / 10 Expert Rating
An unglamorous but reliable budget 140mm fan that punches above its price for basic case airflow.
Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A reasonable mid-tier RGB fan, worth it mainly for the mirror-finish look rather than outright performance.