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Arctic P14 Max vs Scythe Kaze Flex II 120 PWM: Comparison
Arctic P14 Max and Scythe Kaze Flex II 120 PWM separate most on static pressure: Arctic P14 Max at 4.18 mmH2O, Scythe Kaze Flex II 120 PWM at 0.97 mmH2O, 77% in favour of Arctic P14 Max. Max Speed splits them by another 57%, again favouring Arctic P14 Max. They match on 4 other specifications, including bearing type, lighting and pwm control.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 140 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | Arctic | Scythe |
| Model | P14 Max | Kaze Flex II 120 PWM (1200RPM) |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Fluid Dynamic |
| Lighting | No RGB | No RGB |
| Fan Thickness | 27 mm | 26 mm |
| Static Pressure | 4.18 mmH2O | 0.97 mmH2O-77% |
| Max Speed | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM-57% |
| Airflow | 95 CFM | 52.94 CFM-44% |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Min Speed | 400 RPM | 300 RPM |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| Positioning | Performance | Mainstream |
| Source URL | https://www.arctic.de/us/P14-Max-Black/ACFAN00287A | https://www.scytheus.com/kazeflexii-120 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Arctic P14 Max | Scythe Kaze Flex II 120 PWM |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | View on Amazon | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg | |
| Scythe | View on Scythe |
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.
Scythe Kaze Flex II 120 PWM
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A dependable, quiet mainstream fan with nothing flashy about it, which is exactly the point.