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EKWB EK-Vardar X3M 120ER D-RGB vs NZXT F120Q Quiet: Comparison

EKWB EK-Vardar X3M 120ER D-RGB and NZXT F120Q Quiet differ on lighting: EKWB EK-Vardar X3M 120ER D-RGB at D-RGB, NZXT F120Q Quiet at No RGB.

Specs

Specification
EK-Vardar X3M 120ER D-RGB (120mm/73.0 CFM/3.66 mmH2O Static Pressure/2200 RPM Max/29.7 dBA/Fluid Dynamic Bearing/D-RGB/PWM)
EKWB EK-Vardar X3M 120ER D-RGB
NZXT F120Q Quiet (120mm/42.5 CFM/1.2 mmH2O Static Pressure/1500 RPM Max/21 dBA/Fluid Dynamic Bearing/No RGB/PWM)
NZXT F120Q Quiet
Fan Size120120 mm
BrandEKWBNZXT
ModelVardar X3M 120ER D-RGBF120Q
Bearing TypeFluid DynamicFluid Dynamic
LightingD-RGBNo RGB
Static Pressure3.661.43 mmH2O-61%
Max Speed22001700 RPM-23%
Noise Level29.7+4.6 dBA25.1 dBA
Airflow73.0-2%74.26 CFM
PWM ControltrueYes
PositioningPerformanceQuiet mainstream
ColorsBlackBlack or White

Price comparison

RetailerEKWB EK-Vardar X3M 120ER D-RGBNZXT F120Q Quiet
EKWBView on EKWB
AmazonView on Amazon
NeweggView on Newegg

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Verdict

EKWB EK-Vardar X3M 120ER D-RGB

8 / 10 Expert Rating

A strong balance of high static pressure and RGB lighting for custom-loop builders who don't want the EVO's noise.

NZXT F120Q Quiet

7 / 10 Expert Rating

A solid quiet fan for NZXT case owners who don't need RGB or maximum static pressure.

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