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Corsair AF140 Elite vs SilverStone FN121: Comparison
Corsair AF140 Elite and SilverStone FN121 separate most on airflow: Corsair AF140 Elite at 84.5 CFM, SilverStone FN121 at 58.47 CFM, 31% in favour of Corsair AF140 Elite. Max Speed splits them by another 25%, again favouring Corsair AF140 Elite.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 140 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | Corsair | SilverStone |
| Model | AF140 Elite | FN121-P |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Sleeve |
| Lighting | No RGB | No RGB |
| Max Speed | 1600 RPM | 1200 RPM-25% |
| Airflow | 84.5 CFM | 58.47 CFM-31% |
| PWM Control | Yes | No |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 3-Pin DC |
| Positioning | Premium | Budget |
| Source URL | https://www.corsair.com/us/en/p/case-fans/co-9050141-ww/af140-elite-high-performance-140mm-pwm-fluid-dynamic-bearing-fan-co-9050141-ww | https://www.scan.co.uk/products/120mm-silverstone-sst-fn121-p-1025-fan-9-blades-1200rpm-sleeve-bearing-black |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Corsair AF140 Elite | SilverStone FN121 |
|---|---|---|
| SilverStone | View on SilverStone |
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
Corsair AF140 Elite
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A strong plain-black high-airflow 140mm fan for builders who want zero-RPM idle without paying for RGB.
SilverStone FN121
6 / 10 Expert Rating
An unremarkable but reliably quiet budget fan for general case airflow.