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Arctic P12 Max vs Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Halo: Comparison
Arctic P12 Max and Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Halo separate most on warranty: Arctic P12 Max at 6 years, Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Halo at 2 years, 67% in favour of Arctic P12 Max. Static Pressure splits them by another 63%, again favouring Arctic P12 Max. They match on 4 other specifications, including fan size, fan thickness and pwm control.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | Arctic | Cooler Master |
| Model | P12 Max | MasterFan MF120 Halo |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Rifle |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 4.35 mmH2O | 1.6 mmH2O-63% |
| Max Speed | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM-45% |
| Airflow | 81.04 CFM | 47.2 CFM-42% |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Min Speed | 400 RPM | 650 RPM |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| Cable Length | 400 mm | 450 mm |
| Warranty | 6 years | 2 years-67% |
| Source URL | https://www.arctic.de/en/P12-Max/ACFAN00280A | https://www.enostech.com/cooler-master-mf120-halo-fans-review/ |
Verdict
Arctic P12 Max
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The highest static pressure in our case fan lineup at a budget price, ideal for radiators and dense heatsinks.
Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Halo
7 / 10 Expert Rating
The pick within Cooler Master's lineup when dual-ring lighting matters more than raw airflow.




