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Corsair iCUE Link RX120 vs Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM: Comparison
Corsair iCUE Link RX120 and Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM separate most on static pressure: Corsair iCUE Link RX120 at 4.38 mmH2O, Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM at 2.34 mmH2O, 47% in favour of Corsair iCUE Link RX120. Airflow splits them by another 19%, 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 | Noctua |
| Model | iCUE Link RX120 | NF-A12x25 PWM |
| Lighting | No RGB | None |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 4.38 mmH2O | 2.34 mmH2O-47% |
| Pack Quantity | 1 | 1 |
| Max Speed | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM-5% |
| Noise Level | 36 dBA+13.4 dBA | 22.6 dBA |
| Airflow | 74.2 CFM | 60.09 CFM-19% |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Min Speed | 400 RPM | 460 RPM |
| Connector Type | Proprietary | 4-Pin PWM |
| RGB Lighting | No | No |
| Lighting Type | None | None |
| Colorway | Black | Brown And Beige |
| Warranty | 5 years-17% | 6 years |
| 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://noctua.at/en/nf-a12x25-pwm/specification |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Corsair iCUE Link RX120 | Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM |
|---|---|---|
| Corsair | View on Corsair |
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.
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.