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Arctic P14 PWM PST vs SilverStone AP121: Comparison
Arctic P14 PWM PST and SilverStone AP121 separate most on airflow: Arctic P14 PWM PST at 72.8 CFM, SilverStone AP121 at 35.36 CFM, 51% in favour of Arctic P14 PWM PST. Static Pressure splits them by another 29%, again favouring Arctic P14 PWM PST. They match on bearing type and lighting.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 140 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | Arctic | SilverStone |
| Model | P14 PWM PST | AP121 |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Fluid Dynamic |
| Lighting | No RGB | No RGB |
| Fan Thickness | 27 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 2.4 mmH2O | 1.71 mmH2O-29% |
| Max Speed | 1700 RPM | 1500 RPM-12% |
| Noise Level | 22.5+0.1 dBA | 22.4 dBA |
| Airflow | 72.8 CFM | 35.36 CFM-51% |
| PWM Control | Yes | No |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 3-Pin DC |
| Positioning | Budget | Balanced mainstream |
| Source URL | https://www.arctic.de/en/P14-PWM-PST/ACFAN00125A/ | https://www.silverstonetek.com/en/product/info/coolers/AP121/ |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Arctic P14 PWM PST | SilverStone AP121 |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | View on Amazon | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg |
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.
SilverStone AP121
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A competent, unremarkable fan best chosen for brand consistency in a SilverStone build rather than outright performance.
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