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Corsair ML140 PRO RGB vs Thermalright TL-C12C-S: Comparison
Corsair ML140 PRO RGB and Thermalright TL-C12C-S separate most on max speed: Corsair ML140 PRO RGB at 1200 RPM, Thermalright TL-C12C-S at 1550 RPM, 23% in favour of Thermalright TL-C12C-S. Static Pressure splits them by another 17%, again favouring Thermalright TL-C12C-S. They match on 4 other specifications, including fan thickness, pwm control and connector type.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 140 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | Corsair | Thermalright |
| Model | ML140 PRO RGB | TL-C12C-S |
| Bearing Type | Magnetic Levitation | Fluid Dynamic |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 1.27 mmH2O-17% | 1.53 mmH2O |
| Max Speed | 1200 RPM-23% | 1550 RPM |
| Noise Level | 20.4 dBA | 25.6 dBA+5.2 dBA |
| Airflow | 55.4 CFM-16% | 66.17 CFM |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| RGB Lighting | Yes | Yes |
| Lighting Type | RGB 12V | ARGB 5V |
| Weight | 345 g | 120 g |
| Positioning | Premium | Budget |
| Colors | Black | White, Black |
| Source URL | https://www.corsair.com/us/en/p/case-fans/co-9050077-ww/ml140-pro-rgb-led-140mm-pwm-premium-magnetic-levitation-fan-single-pack-co-9050077-ww | https://www.thermalright.com/product/tl-c12c-s/ |
Verdict
Corsair ML140 PRO RGB
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A quiet, glowing 140mm fan best suited to case airflow rather than radiator duty.
Thermalright TL-C12C-S
7 / 10 Expert Rating
Noctua-adjacent quiet operation at budget pricing, which is exactly what a six-fan build needs.