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Arctic P12 PWM PST vs NZXT F120 RGB Core: Comparison
Arctic P12 PWM PST and NZXT F120 RGB Core differ on lighting: Arctic P12 PWM PST at None, NZXT F120 RGB Core at RGB.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 |
| Brand | Arctic | NZXT |
| Model | P12 PWM PST | F120 RGB Core |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Fluid Dynamic |
| Lighting | None | RGB |
| Static Pressure | 2.2 mmH2O | 1.5-32% |
| Max Speed | 1800 RPM | 1800 |
| Airflow | 56.3 CFM | 50.2-11% |
| PWM Control | Yes | true |
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.
NZXT F120 RGB Core
6 / 10 Expert Rating
The easiest way to add matching RGB to an NZXT-ecosystem build on a budget.




