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Arctic P12 Max vs Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM: Comparison
Arctic P12 Max and Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM separate most on warranty: Arctic P12 Max at 6 years, Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM at 2 years, 67% in favour of Arctic P12 Max. Static Pressure splits them by another 47%, 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 | Fractal Design |
| Model | P12 Max | Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Sleeve |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 4.35 mmH2O | 2.3 mmH2O-47% |
| Max Speed | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM-39% |
| Airflow | 81.04 CFM-7% | 87.6 CFM |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Min Speed | 400 RPM | 500 RPM |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| Cable Length | 400 mm | 500 mm |
| Warranty | 6 years | 2 years-67% |
| Source URL | https://www.arctic.de/en/P12-Max/ACFAN00280A | https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1561279-REG/fractal_design_fd_fan_dyn_x2_gp12_pwm_bk_dynamic_x2_pwm_fan.html |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Arctic P12 Max | Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM |
|---|---|---|
| Fractal Design | View on Fractal Design |
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 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.
Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
7 / 10 Expert Rating
One of the quietest 120mm fans around, ideal for anyone building around Fractal's own low-noise philosophy.