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be quiet! Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM vs Corsair SP140 RGB Elite: Comparison
be quiet! Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM and Corsair SP140 RGB Elite separate most on static pressure: be quiet! Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM at 0.96 mmH2O, Corsair SP140 RGB Elite at 1.66 mmH2O, 42% in favour of Corsair SP140 RGB Elite. Warranty splits them by another 33%, this time favouring be quiet! Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM. They match on 7 other specifications, including fan size, fan thickness and pack quantity.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 140 mm | 140 mm |
| Brand | be quiet! | Corsair |
| Model | Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM | SP140 RGB Elite |
| Bearing Type | Rifle | Hydraulic |
| Lighting | No RGB | RGB |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 0.96 mmH2O-42% | 1.66 mmH2O |
| Pack Quantity | 1 | 1 |
| Max Speed | 1200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Noise Level | 21.9 dBA | 26.8 dBA+4.9 dBA |
| Airflow | 57.4 CFM-16% | 68.1 CFM |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| RGB Lighting | No | Yes |
| Lighting Type | None | RGB 12V |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years-33% |
| Positioning | Budget | Mainstream |
| Connector | 4-pin PWM | 4-pin PWM |
| Colors | Black | Black or White |
| Source URL | https://www.bequiet.com/en/casefans/4609 | https://www.corsair.com/us/en/p/case-fans/co-9050110-ww/icue-sp140-rgb-elite-performance-140mm-pwm-fan-single-pack-co-9050110-ww |
Price comparison
| Retailer | be quiet! Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM | Corsair SP140 RGB Elite |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | View on Amazon | View on Amazon |
| Newegg | View on 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
be quiet! Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A perfectly adequate budget 140mm fan, but the rifle bearing means it's not the one to buy for a decade of runtime.
Corsair SP140 RGB Elite
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A capable mid-range 140mm RGB fan, though the pricier ML140 PRO RGB or quieter Light Wings both outclass it in their own way.
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