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Arctic P12 Max vs NZXT F120Q Quiet: Comparison
Arctic P12 Max and NZXT F120Q Quiet separate most on static pressure: Arctic P12 Max at 4.35 mmH2O, NZXT F120Q Quiet at 1.43 mmH2O, 67% in favour of Arctic P12 Max. Warranty splits them by another 67%, again favouring Arctic P12 Max. They match on 5 other specifications, including fan size, bearing type and fan thickness.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | Arctic | NZXT |
| Model | P12 Max | F120Q |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Fluid Dynamic |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 4.35 mmH2O | 1.43 mmH2O-67% |
| Max Speed | 3300 RPM | 1700 RPM-48% |
| Airflow | 81.04 CFM | 74.26 CFM-8% |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Min Speed | 400 RPM | 500 RPM |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| Cable Length | 400 mm | 600 mm |
| Warranty | 6 years | 2 years-67% |
| Source URL | https://www.arctic.de/en/P12-Max/ACFAN00280A | https://nzxt.com/products/f120q |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Arctic P12 Max | NZXT F120Q Quiet |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | View on Amazon | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg |
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.
NZXT F120Q Quiet
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid quiet fan for NZXT case owners who don't need RGB or maximum static pressure.