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DeepCool FK120 vs Noctua NF-S12A PWM: Comparison
DeepCool FK120 and Noctua NF-S12A PWM separate most on static pressure: DeepCool FK120 at 2.19 mmH2O, Noctua NF-S12A PWM at 1.19 mmH2O, 46% in favour of DeepCool FK120. Max Speed splits them by another 35%, again favouring DeepCool FK120. They match on 10 other specifications, including fan size, bearing type and fan thickness.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | DeepCool | Noctua |
| Model | FK120 | NF-S12A PWM |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Fluid Dynamic |
| Lighting | No RGB | None |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 2.19 mmH2O | 1.19 mmH2O-46% |
| Max Speed | 1850 RPM | 1200 RPM-35% |
| Noise Level | 28 dBA+10.2 dBA | 17.8 dBA |
| Airflow | 68.99 CFM | 63.27 CFM-8% |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Blade Material | PBT | PBT |
| Max Power Draw | 1.44 W | 1.44 W |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| Lighting Connector | None | None |
| RGB Lighting | No | No |
| Lighting Type | None | None |
| Colorway | Black | Brown And Beige |
| Weight | 170 g | 140 g |
| Positioning | Budget | Premium |
| Source URL | https://www.deepcool.com/products/Cooling/fans/FK120-Performance-Fan/2022/15422.shtml | https://www.noctua.at/en/products/nf-s12a-pwm/specifications |
Price comparison
| Retailer | DeepCool FK120 | Noctua NF-S12A PWM |
|---|---|---|
| DeepCool | View on DeepCool | |
| Amazon | View on Amazon | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg |
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 FK120
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid, quiet non-RGB fan for white or black builds that don't need lighting.
Noctua NF-S12A PWM
8 / 10 Expert Rating
An excellent quiet airflow fan for open cases, but expensive per-fan for how little static pressure it offers.