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EKWB EK-Vardar EVO 120ER vs Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 12: Comparison
EKWB EK-Vardar EVO 120ER and Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 12 differ on max power draw: EKWB EK-Vardar EVO 120ER at 2.16 W, Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 12 at 1.44 W, which puts Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 12 ahead on that measure. They match on 5 other specifications, including lighting, fan thickness and min speed.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 | 120 mm |
| Brand | EKWB | Thermaltake |
| Model | Vardar EVO 120ER | TOUGHFAN 12 |
| Bearing Type | Ball | Hydraulic |
| Lighting | No RGB | No RGB |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 3.16 | 2.41 mmH2O-24% |
| Max Speed | 2200 | 2000 RPM-9% |
| Noise Level | 33.5+11.2 dBA | 22.3 dBA |
| Airflow | 77 | 58.35 CFM-24% |
| PWM Control | true | Yes |
| Min Speed | 500 RPM | 500 RPM |
| Bearing Marketing Name | Dual-Ball | Hydraulic Bearing Gen. 2 |
| Rated Life | 50000 hours | 40000 hours |
| Max Power Draw | 2.16 W | 1.44 W |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| Positioning | Performance | Performance |
| Source URL | https://www.ekwb.com/shop/ek-vardar-evo-120er-black-bb-500-2200rpm | https://www.thermaltake.com/toughfan-12-high-static-pressure-fan-single-pack.html |
Price comparison
| Retailer | EKWB EK-Vardar EVO 120ER | Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 12 |
|---|---|---|
| EKWB | View on EKWB | |
| Thermaltake | View on Thermaltake |
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
EKWB EK-Vardar EVO 120ER
8 / 10 Expert Rating
An extreme, loud, purpose-built radiator fan for the densest custom loops, overkill for anything less.
Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 12
8 / 10 Expert Rating
One of the better plain-black high-pressure radiator fans, built tough for AIO and custom-loop use.




