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DeepCool CF120 vs SilverStone FN121: Comparison
DeepCool CF120 vs SilverStone FN121: the airflow difference
Expect a near tie. The closest thing to a difference is airflow, DeepCool CF120 56.5 CFM against SilverStone FN121 58.47 CFM. They differ on bearing type too, Hydraulic on the DeepCool CF120 versus Sleeve on the SilverStone FN121. They differ on connector type too, 4-Pin PWM on the DeepCool CF120 versus 3-Pin DC on the SilverStone FN121. Max speed runs the same way, 1500 RPM on the DeepCool CF120 versus 1200 RPM on the SilverStone FN121, another win for DeepCool CF120. They differ on lighting too, ARGB on the DeepCool CF120 versus No RGB on the SilverStone FN121. There is a split on pwm control as well, Yes on the DeepCool CF120 versus No on the SilverStone FN121.
DeepCool CF120 vs SilverStone FN121: which one fits your build
The DeepCool CF120 suits budget ARGB case builds and quiet general case airflow, though it is not the pick for high-restriction radiator duty and maximum-airflow positive pressure builds. Buy the SilverStone FN121 for budget case airflow and quiet everyday builds, though it is the wrong buy for radiator or heatsink duty and RGB builds. Our rating of the DeepCool CF120 (6/10): A capable, quiet entry-level ARGB fan, upgrade to the CF120 PLUS if you want more visual presence. Our rating of the SilverStone FN121 (6/10): an unremarkable but reliably quiet budget fan for general case airflow.
Where the two are identical
The common ground is wider than the gap: fan size and positioning are identical here.
Specs and benchmarks
Fan Size
- DeepCool CF120
- 120 mm
- SilverStone FN121
- 120 mm
Brand
- DeepCool CF120
- DeepCool
- SilverStone FN121
- SilverStone
Model
- DeepCool CF120
- CF120
- SilverStone FN121
- FN121-P
Bearing Type
- DeepCool CF120
- Hydraulic
- SilverStone FN121
- Sleeve
Lighting
- DeepCool CF120
- ARGB
- SilverStone FN121
- No RGB
Max Speed
- DeepCool CF120
- 1500 RPMBest
- SilverStone FN121
- 1200 RPM-20%
Airflow
- DeepCool CF120
- 56.5 CFM-3%
- SilverStone FN121
- 58.47 CFMBest
PWM Control
- DeepCool CF120
- Yes
- SilverStone FN121
- No
Connector Type
- DeepCool CF120
- 4-Pin PWM
- SilverStone FN121
- 3-Pin DC
Positioning
- DeepCool CF120
- Budget
- SilverStone FN121
- Budget
Which one should you pick?
Choose DeepCool CF120 if you want the higher max speed (1500 RPM vs 1200 RPM).
Choose SilverStone FN121 if you want the higher airflow (58.47 CFM vs 56.5 CFM).
Price comparison
| Retailer | DeepCool CF120 | SilverStone FN121 |
|---|---|---|
| DeepCool | View on DeepCool | |
| SilverStone | View on SilverStone |
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
DeepCool CF120
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A capable, quiet entry-level ARGB fan, upgrade to the CF120 PLUS if you want more visual presence.
SilverStone FN121
6 / 10 Expert Rating
An unremarkable but reliably quiet budget fan for general case airflow.