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Arctic P8 Max vs Thermalright TL-D12: Comparison
Arctic P8 Max and Thermalright TL-D12 differ on bearing type: Arctic P8 Max at Fluid Dynamic, Thermalright TL-D12 at Rifle.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 80 mm | 120 |
| Brand | Arctic | Thermalright |
| Model | P8 Max | TL-D12 |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Rifle |
| Lighting | No RGB | No RGB |
| Static Pressure | 5.3 mmH2O | 0.9-83% |
| Max Speed | 5000 RPM | 1500-70% |
| Noise Level | 33.2 dBA+13.2 dBA | 20.0 |
| Airflow | 40 CFM | 40.0 |
| PWM Control | Yes | true |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Arctic P8 Max | Thermalright TL-D12 |
|---|---|---|
| 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-D12
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A niche but genuinely useful option whenever clearance, not performance, is the limiting factor.