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Corsair QL120 RGB vs Deepcool CF120 PLUS: Comparison
Corsair QL120 RGB and Deepcool CF120 PLUS separate most on static pressure: Corsair QL120 RGB at 1.55 mmH2O, Deepcool CF120 PLUS at 2.08 mmH2O, 25% in favour of Deepcool CF120 PLUS. Airflow splits them by another 20%, again favouring Deepcool CF120 PLUS. They match on 4 other specifications, including fan size, pwm control and rgb lighting.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | Corsair | Deepcool |
| Model | QL120 RGB | CF120 PLUS |
| Bearing Type | Hydraulic | Hydro |
| Lighting | RGB | ARGB |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 26.5 mm |
| Static Pressure | 1.55 mmH2O-25% | 2.08 mmH2O |
| Max Speed | 1500 RPM-17% | 1800 RPM |
| Noise Level | 26 dBA | 28.8 dBA+2.8 dBA |
| Airflow | 41.8 CFM-20% | 52.5 CFM |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| RGB Lighting | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | Premium | Budget |
| Connector | 4-pin PWM + RGB | 4-pin PWM + 3-pin ARGB |
| Colors | Black/White | Black/White |
| Source URL | https://www.corsair.com/us/en/p/case-fans/co-9050097-ww/icue-ql120-rgb-120mm-pwm-single-fan-co-9050097-ww | https://www.deepcool.com/products/Cooling/fans/CF120-PLUS-RGB-PWM-Fan/2021/143.shtml |
Verdict
Corsair QL120 RGB
7 / 10 Expert Rating
Buy this for the lighting show on a case window, not for cooling performance.
Deepcool CF120 PLUS
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A cheap way to add matching ARGB lighting across a case; not a performance pick.