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Arctic P12 Max vs Phanteks T30-120: Comparison
Arctic P12 Max and Phanteks T30-120 separate most on static pressure: Arctic P12 Max at 4.35 mmH2O, Phanteks T30-120 at 7.37 mmH2O, 41% in favour of Phanteks T30-120. Airflow splits them by another 20%, again favouring Phanteks T30-120. They match on 5 other specifications, including fan size, pwm control and zero rpm capable.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | Arctic | Phanteks |
| Model | P12 Max | T30-120 |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 30 mm |
| Static Pressure | 4.35 mmH2O-41% | 7.37 mmH2O |
| Max Speed | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM-9% |
| Airflow | 81.04 CFM-20% | 100.9 CFM |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Zero RPM Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| Cable Length | 400 mm | 130 mm |
| Warranty | 6 years | 6 years |
| Source URL | https://www.arctic.de/en/P12-Max/ACFAN00280A | https://phanteks.com/product/t30-120/ |
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.
Phanteks T30-120
9 / 10 Expert Rating
The best radiator fan you can buy at any sensible price, disqualified by geometry more often than by cost.