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Arctic P14 PWM PST vs Noctua NF-A14 PWM: Comparison
Arctic P14 PWM PST and Noctua NF-A14 PWM separate most on static pressure: Arctic P14 PWM PST at 2.4 mmH2O, Noctua NF-A14 PWM at 2.08 mmH2O, 13% in favour of Arctic P14 PWM PST. Airflow splits them by another 12%, this time favouring Noctua NF-A14 PWM. They match on 10 other specifications, including fan size, bearing type and pack quantity.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 140 mm | 140 mm |
| Brand | Arctic | Noctua |
| Model | P14 PWM PST | NF-A14 PWM |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Fluid Dynamic |
| Lighting | No RGB | None |
| Fan Thickness | 27 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 2.4 mmH2O | 2.08 mmH2O-13% |
| Pack Quantity | 1 | 1 |
| Max Speed | 1700 RPM | 1500 RPM-12% |
| Noise Level | 22.5 | 24.6 dBA+2.1 dBA |
| Airflow | 72.8 CFM-12% | 82.52 CFM |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Min Speed | 200 RPM | 300 RPM |
| Zero RPM Capable | No | No |
| Max Power Draw | 1.44 W | 1.56 W |
| Start Voltage | 3.9 V | 7 V |
| PWM Duty Floor | 5 percent | 20 percent |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| Lighting Connector | None | None |
| RGB Lighting | No | No |
| Lighting Type | None | None |
| Colorway | Black | Brown And Beige |
| Cable Length | 400 mm | 200 mm |
| Weight | 194 g | 190 g |
| Warranty | 6 years | 6 years |
| Positioning | Budget | Premium |
| Source URL | https://www.arctic.de/en/P14-PWM-PST/ACFAN00125A/ | https://www.noctua.at/en/products/nf-a14-pwm/specifications |
Verdict
Arctic P14 PWM PST
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The budget-friendly way to add PST-daisy-chained 140mm static pressure to a build.
Noctua NF-A14 PWM
9 / 10 Expert Rating
The default recommendation for a 140mm airflow fan when looks don't matter and quiet running does.