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Arctic P12 PWM PST vs Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB: Comparison
Arctic P12 PWM PST and Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB separate most on static pressure: Arctic P12 PWM PST at 2.2 mmH2O, Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB at 1.4 mmH2O, 36% in favour of Arctic P12 PWM PST. Airflow splits them by another 27%, again favouring Arctic P12 PWM PST. They match on fan size and fan thickness.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | Arctic | Thermaltake |
| Model | P12 PWM PST | Riing Quad 12 RGB |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Hydraulic |
| Lighting | None | RGB |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 2.2 mmH2O | 1.4 mmH2O-36% |
| Max Speed | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM-17% |
| Airflow | 56.3 CFM | 40.9 CFM-27% |
| Min Speed | 200 RPM | 500 RPM |
| Start Voltage | 3.9 V | 9 V |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | Proprietary |
| RGB Lighting | No | Yes |
| Weight | 145 g | 189 g |
| Source URL | https://www.arctic.de/en/P12-PWM-PST/ACFAN00120A | https://www.thermaltake.com/riing-quad-12-rgb-radiator-fan-tt-premium-edition-single-pack-white.html |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Arctic P12 PWM PST | Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB |
|---|---|---|
| Thermaltake | View on Thermaltake |
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 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.
Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A dependable RGB case fan best bought as part of a full TT RGB Plus ecosystem rather than standalone.