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Arctic P12 Max vs ID-COOLING XF-12025 ARGB TRIO: Comparison
Arctic P12 Max and ID-COOLING XF-12025 ARGB TRIO separate most on static pressure: Arctic P12 Max at 4.35 mmH2O, ID-COOLING XF-12025 ARGB TRIO at 1.78 mmH2O, 59% in favour of Arctic P12 Max. Max Speed splits them by another 55%, 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 | ID-COOLING |
| Model | P12 Max | XF-12025 ARGB TRIO |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Hydraulic |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 4.35 mmH2O | 1.78 mmH2O-59% |
| Max Speed | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM-55% |
| Airflow | 81.04 CFM | 62 CFM-23% |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Min Speed | 400 RPM | 700 RPM |
| Start Voltage | 3.9 V | 7 V |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| Source URL | https://www.arctic.de/en/P12-Max/ACFAN00280A | https://www.idcooling.com/product/detail?id=173&name=XF-12025-ARGB-TRIO |
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.
ID-COOLING XF-12025 ARGB TRIO
7 / 10 Expert Rating
Three lit fans and a hub for less than two premium RGB fans, with the expected drop in refinement.