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Corsair iCUE Link RX120 vs DeepCool CF120: Comparison
Corsair iCUE Link RX120 and DeepCool CF120 separate most on static pressure: Corsair iCUE Link RX120 at 4.38 mmH2O, DeepCool CF120 at 1.63 mmH2O, 63% in favour of Corsair iCUE Link RX120. Max Speed splits them by another 29%, again favouring Corsair iCUE Link RX120. They match on 6 other specifications, including fan size, fan thickness and pack quantity.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | Corsair | DeepCool |
| Model | iCUE Link RX120 | CF120 |
| Lighting | No RGB | ARGB |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 4.38 mmH2O | 1.63 mmH2O-63% |
| Pack Quantity | 1 | 1 |
| Max Speed | 2100 RPM | 1500 RPM-29% |
| Noise Level | 36 dBA+9 dBA | 27 dBA |
| Airflow | 74.2 CFM | 56.5 CFM-24% |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Min Speed | 400 RPM | 500 RPM |
| Connector Type | Proprietary | 4-Pin PWM |
| RGB Lighting | No | Yes |
| Lighting Type | None | ARGB 5V |
| Colorway | Black | Black |
| Positioning | Mainstream | Budget |
| Connector | iCUE Link | 4-pin PWM + 3-pin ARGB |
| Colors | Black | Black |
| Source URL | https://www.corsair.com/us/en/p/case-fans/co-9051009-ww/icue-link-rx120-120mm-pwm-single-fan-expansion-co-9051009-ww | https://www.deepcool.com/products/Cooling/fans/CF120-RGB-PWM-Fan-Single/2021/11469.shtml |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Corsair iCUE Link RX120 | DeepCool CF120 |
|---|---|---|
| Corsair | View on Corsair | |
| DeepCool | View on DeepCool |
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 iCUE Link RX120
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A clean, quiet workhorse fan that only really makes sense once you're bought into iCUE Link's single-cable wiring.
DeepCool CF120
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A capable, quiet entry-level ARGB fan, upgrade to the CF120 PLUS if you want more visual presence.