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Corsair QL120 RGB vs Scythe Kaze Flex II 120 PWM: Comparison
Corsair QL120 RGB and Scythe Kaze Flex II 120 PWM separate most on static pressure: Corsair QL120 RGB at 1.55 mmH2O, Scythe Kaze Flex II 120 PWM at 0.97 mmH2O, 37% in favour of Corsair QL120 RGB. Airflow splits them by another 21%, this time favouring Scythe Kaze Flex II 120 PWM. They match on fan size and pwm control.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | Corsair | Scythe |
| Model | QL120 RGB | Kaze Flex II 120 PWM (1200RPM) |
| Bearing Type | Hydraulic | Fluid Dynamic |
| Lighting | RGB | No RGB |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 26 mm |
| Static Pressure | 1.55 mmH2O | 0.97 mmH2O-37% |
| Max Speed | 1500 RPM | 1200 RPM-20% |
| Noise Level | 26 dBA+2.2 dBA | 23.8 dBA |
| Airflow | 41.8 CFM-21% | 52.94 CFM |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | Premium | Mainstream |
| 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.scytheus.com/kazeflexii-120 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Corsair QL120 RGB | Scythe Kaze Flex II 120 PWM |
|---|---|---|
| Scythe | View on Scythe |
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Verdict
Corsair QL120 RGB
7 / 10 Expert Rating
Buy this for the lighting show on a case window, not for cooling performance.
Scythe Kaze Flex II 120 PWM
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A dependable, quiet mainstream fan with nothing flashy about it, which is exactly the point.