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Arctic P14 PWM PST vs DeepCool CF120: Comparison
Arctic P14 PWM PST and DeepCool CF120 separate most on static pressure: Arctic P14 PWM PST at 2.4 mmH2O, DeepCool CF120 at 1.63 mmH2O, 32% in favour of Arctic P14 PWM PST. Airflow splits them by another 22%, again favouring Arctic P14 PWM PST. They match on 5 other specifications, including pack quantity, pwm control and connector type.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 140 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | Arctic | DeepCool |
| Model | P14 PWM PST | CF120 |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Hydraulic |
| Lighting | No RGB | ARGB |
| Fan Thickness | 27 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 2.4 mmH2O | 1.63 mmH2O-32% |
| Pack Quantity | 1 | 1 |
| Max Speed | 1700 RPM | 1500 RPM-12% |
| Noise Level | 22.5 | 27 dBA+4.5 dBA |
| Airflow | 72.8 CFM | 56.5 CFM-22% |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Min Speed | 200 RPM | 500 RPM |
| Max Power Draw | 1.44 W | 1.32 W |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| Lighting Connector | None | 3-Pin 5V ARGB |
| RGB Lighting | No | Yes |
| Lighting Type | None | ARGB 5V |
| Colorway | Black | Black |
| Weight | 194 g | 159 g |
| Positioning | Budget | Budget |
| Source URL | https://www.arctic.de/en/P14-PWM-PST/ACFAN00125A/ | https://www.deepcool.com/products/Cooling/fans/CF120-RGB-PWM-Fan-Single/2021/11469.shtml |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Arctic P14 PWM PST | DeepCool CF120 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 PWM PST
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The budget-friendly way to add PST-daisy-chained 140mm static pressure to a build.
DeepCool CF120
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A capable, quiet entry-level ARGB fan, upgrade to the CF120 PLUS if you want more visual presence.