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Fractal Design Aspect 12 RGB PWM vs Noctua NF-A14 PWM: Comparison
Fractal Design Aspect 12 RGB PWM and Noctua NF-A14 PWM separate most on airflow: Fractal Design Aspect 12 RGB PWM at 56 CFM, Noctua NF-A14 PWM at 82.52 CFM, 32% in favour of Noctua NF-A14 PWM. Max Speed splits them by another 25%, this time favouring Fractal Design Aspect 12 RGB PWM. They match on 5 other specifications, including fan thickness, pack quantity and pwm control.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Brand | Fractal Design | Noctua |
| Model | Aspect 12 RGB PWM | NF-A14 PWM |
| Bearing Type | Rifle | Fluid Dynamic |
| Lighting | RGB | None |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 2.34 mmH2O | 2.08 mmH2O-11% |
| Pack Quantity | 1 | 1 |
| Max Speed | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM-25% |
| Noise Level | 33.2 dBA+8.6 dBA | 24.6 dBA |
| Airflow | 56 CFM-32% | 82.52 CFM |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Min Speed | 500 RPM | 300 RPM |
| Rated Life | 90000 hours | 150000 hours |
| Mounting Hole Spacing | 105 mm | 124.5 mm |
| Max Power Draw | 1.68 W | 1.56 W |
| Start Voltage | 7 V | 7 V |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| RGB Lighting | Yes | No |
| Colorway | Black | Brown And Beige |
| Cable Length | 500 mm | 200 mm |
| Weight | 135 g | 190 g |
| Positioning | Mainstream | Premium |
| Source URL | https://www.avadirect.com/Aspect-12-RGB-PWM-3-x-120mm-2000-RPM-56-CFM-33-2-dBA-Cooling-Fans/Product/14512566 | https://www.noctua.at/en/products/nf-a14-pwm/specifications |
Verdict
Fractal Design Aspect 12 RGB PWM
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A tastefully understated RGB fan for builders who want lighting that doesn't fight their case's design language.
Noctua NF-A14 PWM
9 / 10 Expert Rating
The default recommendation for a 140mm airflow fan when looks don't matter and quiet running does.
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