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Corsair ML140 PRO RGB vs Thermalright TL-D12: Comparison
Corsair ML140 PRO RGB and Thermalright TL-D12 differ on bearing type: Corsair ML140 PRO RGB at Magnetic Levitation, Thermalright TL-D12 at Rifle.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 140 mm | 120 |
| Brand | Corsair | Thermalright |
| Model | ML140 PRO RGB | TL-D12 |
| Bearing Type | Magnetic Levitation | Rifle |
| Lighting | RGB | No RGB |
| Static Pressure | 1.27 mmH2O | 0.9-29% |
| Max Speed | 1200 RPM-20% | 1500 |
| Noise Level | 20.4 dBA+0.4 dBA | 20.0 |
| Airflow | 55.4 CFM | 40.0-28% |
| PWM Control | Yes | true |
| Positioning | Premium | Budget |
| Connector | 4-pin PWM + RGB header | 4-pin PWM |
| Colors | Black | Black |
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-D12
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A niche but genuinely useful option whenever clearance, not performance, is the limiting factor.




