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Deepcool FC120 vs Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM: Comparison
Deepcool FC120 and Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM separate most on static pressure: Deepcool FC120 at 1.83 mmH2O, Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM at 2.34 mmH2O, 22% in favour of Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM. Max Speed splits them by another 10%, again favouring Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM. They match on 4 other specifications, including fan size, fan thickness and pwm control.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | Deepcool | Noctua |
| Model | FC120 | NF-A12x25 PWM |
| Bearing Type | Hydraulic | Fluid Dynamic |
| Lighting | ARGB | None |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 1.83 mmH2O-22% | 2.34 mmH2O |
| Max Speed | 1800 RPM-10% | 2000 RPM |
| Noise Level | 28.0 dBA+5.4 dBA | 22.6 dBA |
| Airflow | 61.91 CFM | 60.09 CFM-3% |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Min Speed | 500 RPM | 460 RPM |
| Blade Material | PBT | Reinforced LCP |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| Lighting Connector | 3-Pin 5V ARGB | None |
| RGB Lighting | Yes | No |
| Lighting Type | ARGB 5V | None |
| Colorway | Black | Brown And Beige |
| Weight | 164 g | 200 g |
| Source URL | https://www.deepcool.com/products/Cooling/fans/FC120-Daisy-Chain-Performance-ARGB-Fan/2021/13581.shtml | https://noctua.at/en/nf-a12x25-pwm/specification |
Verdict
Deepcool FC120
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A well-rounded daisy-chain ARGB fan that undercuts Lian Li on price for similar cable-management convenience.
Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM
9 / 10 Expert Rating
The reference benchmark for 120mm fans — best-tested all-around performance and quietest in its class, with class-leading bearing longevity.