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Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism vs Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM: Comparison
Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism and Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM separate most on static pressure: Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism at 1.9, Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM at 2.34, 19% in favour of Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM. Max Speed splits them by another 10%, again favouring Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM. They match on fan size and pwm control.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 | 120 |
| Brand | Cooler Master | Noctua |
| Model | MF120 Prism | NF-A12x25 PWM |
| Bearing Type | Rifle | SSO2 (150,000hr rated) |
| Lighting | RGB | None |
| Static Pressure | 1.9-19% | 2.34 |
| Max Speed | 1800-10% | 2000 |
| Noise Level | 27.0+4.4 dBA | 22.6 |
| Airflow | 54.0-7% | 58 |
| PWM Control | true | true |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism | Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM |
|---|---|---|
| Cooler Master | View on Cooler Master |
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Verdict
Cooler Master MasterFan MF120 Prism
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A reasonable mid-tier RGB fan, worth it mainly for the mirror-finish look rather than outright performance.
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.
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