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Arctic P8 Max vs Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM: Comparison
Arctic P8 Max and Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM separate most on max speed: Arctic P8 Max at 5000 RPM, Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM at 2000 RPM, 60% in favour of Arctic P8 Max. Static Pressure splits them by another 56%, again favouring Arctic P8 Max. They match on 9 other specifications, including bearing type, fan thickness and pwm control.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 80 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | Arctic | Noctua |
| Model | P8 Max | NF-A12x25 PWM |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Fluid Dynamic |
| Lighting | No RGB | None |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 5.3 mmH2O | 2.34 mmH2O-56% |
| Max Speed | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM-60% |
| Noise Level | 33.2 dBA+10.6 dBA | 22.6 dBA |
| Airflow | 40 CFM-33% | 60.09 CFM |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Min Speed | 500 RPM | 460 RPM |
| Zero RPM Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Rated Life | 500000 hours | 150000 hours |
| 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 | 84 g | 200 g |
| Warranty | 6 years | 6 years |
| Source URL | https://www.arctic.de/en/P8-Max/ACFAN00286A | https://noctua.at/en/nf-a12x25-pwm/specification |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Arctic P8 Max | Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM |
|---|---|---|
| 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 P8 Max
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely useful fan for cramped SFF builds, but only worth the noise penalty when nothing larger fits.
Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM
9 / 10 Expert Rating
The reference benchmark for 120mm fans — best-tested all-around performance and quietest in its class, with class-leading bearing longevity.