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Arctic P14 Max vs DeepCool CF120: Comparison
Arctic P14 Max and DeepCool CF120 separate most on static pressure: Arctic P14 Max at 4.18 mmH2O, DeepCool CF120 at 1.63 mmH2O, 61% in favour of Arctic P14 Max. Max Speed splits them by another 46%, again favouring Arctic P14 Max. They match on pwm control and connector type.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 140 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | Arctic | DeepCool |
| Model | P14 Max | CF120 |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Hydraulic |
| Lighting | No RGB | ARGB |
| Fan Thickness | 27 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 4.18 mmH2O | 1.63 mmH2O-61% |
| Max Speed | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM-46% |
| Airflow | 95 CFM | 56.5 CFM-41% |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Min Speed | 400 RPM | 500 RPM |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| Colorway | Black And Grey | Black |
| Weight | 245 g | 159 g |
| Positioning | Performance | Budget |
| Source URL | https://www.arctic.de/us/P14-Max-Black/ACFAN00287A | https://www.deepcool.com/products/Cooling/fans/CF120-RGB-PWM-Fan-Single/2021/11469.shtml |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Arctic P14 Max | DeepCool CF120 |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | View on Amazon | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg | |
| DeepCool | View on DeepCool |
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 P14 Max
7 / 10 Expert Rating
Genuinely excellent cooling capacity for the size, but too loud at full speed for most home builds.
DeepCool CF120
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A capable, quiet entry-level ARGB fan, upgrade to the CF120 PLUS if you want more visual presence.




