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Arctic P8 Max vs Thermalright TL-C12C-S: Comparison
Arctic P8 Max and Thermalright TL-C12C-S separate most on static pressure: Arctic P8 Max at 5.3 mmH2O, Thermalright TL-C12C-S at 1.53 mmH2O, 71% in favour of Arctic P8 Max. Max Speed splits them by another 69%, again favouring Arctic P8 Max. They match on 4 other specifications, including bearing type, fan thickness and pwm control.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 80 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | Arctic | Thermalright |
| Model | P8 Max | TL-C12C-S |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Fluid Dynamic |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 5.3 mmH2O | 1.53 mmH2O-71% |
| Max Speed | 5000 RPM | 1550 RPM-69% |
| Noise Level | 33.2 dBA+7.6 dBA | 25.6 dBA |
| Airflow | 40 CFM-40% | 66.17 CFM |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| Lighting Connector | None | 3-Pin 5V ARGB |
| RGB Lighting | No | Yes |
| Lighting Type | None | ARGB 5V |
| Weight | 84 g | 120 g |
| Source URL | https://www.arctic.de/en/P8-Max/ACFAN00286A | https://www.thermalright.com/product/tl-c12c-s/ |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Arctic P8 Max | Thermalright TL-C12C-S |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Thermalright TL-C12C-S
7 / 10 Expert Rating
Noctua-adjacent quiet operation at budget pricing, which is exactly what a six-fan build needs.