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Arctic P12 PWM PST vs Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM: Comparison
Arctic P12 PWM PST and Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM separate most on max speed: Arctic P12 PWM PST at 1800 RPM, Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM at 2000 RPM, 10% in favour of Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM. Airflow splits them by another 6%, again favouring Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM. They match on 10 other specifications, including fan size, bearing type and lighting.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | Arctic | Noctua |
| Model | P12 PWM PST | NF-A12x25 PWM |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Fluid Dynamic |
| Lighting | None | None |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 2.2 mmH2O-6% | 2.34 mmH2O |
| Max Speed | 1800 RPM-10% | 2000 RPM |
| Airflow | 56.3 CFM-6% | 60.09 CFM |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Min Speed | 200 RPM | 460 RPM |
| Zero RPM Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| RGB Lighting | No | No |
| Lighting Type | None | None |
| Cable Length | 400 mm | 200 mm |
| Weight | 145 g | 200 g |
| Warranty | 6 years | 6 years |
| Source URL | https://www.arctic.de/en/P12-PWM-PST/ACFAN00120A | https://noctua.at/en/nf-a12x25-pwm/specification |
Verdict
Arctic P12 PWM PST
9 / 10 Expert Rating
The smartest cheapest meaningful upgrade available — roughly 80% of premium performance at under one-third of the price, with matching warranty.
Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM
9 / 10 Expert Rating
The reference benchmark for 120mm fans — best-tested all-around performance and quietest in its class, with class-leading bearing longevity.