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Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM vs NZXT F140Q Quiet: Comparison

Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM and NZXT F140Q Quiet separate most on max speed: Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM at 2000 RPM, NZXT F140Q Quiet at 1500 RPM, 25% in favour of Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM. Static Pressure splits them by another 23%, again favouring Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM. They match on 6 other specifications, including lighting, fan thickness and pwm control.

Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM (120mm/44.7 CFM/1.08 mmH2O Static Pressure/1200 RPM Max/18.6 dBA/LLS Bearing/No RGB/PWM)
FractalFractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
NZXT F140Q Quiet (140mm/58.4 CFM/1.1 mmH2O Static Pressure/1200 RPM Max/20.5 dBA/Fluid Dynamic Bearing/No RGB/PWM)
NZXTNZXT F140Q Quiet

Specs

Specification
Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM (120mm/44.7 CFM/1.08 mmH2O Static Pressure/1200 RPM Max/18.6 dBA/LLS Bearing/No RGB/PWM)
Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
NZXT F140Q Quiet (140mm/58.4 CFM/1.1 mmH2O Static Pressure/1200 RPM Max/20.5 dBA/Fluid Dynamic Bearing/No RGB/PWM)
NZXT F140Q Quiet
Fan Size120 mm140 mm
BrandFractal DesignNZXT
ModelDynamic X2 GP-12 PWMF140Q
Bearing TypeSleeveFluid Dynamic
LightingNo RGBNo RGB
Fan Thickness25 mm25 mm
Static Pressure2.3 mmH2O1.77 mmH2O-23%
Max Speed2000 RPM1500 RPM-25%
Noise Level32.2 dBA+2.4 dBA29.8 dBA
Airflow87.6 CFM-15%102.9 CFM
PWM ControlYesYes
Min Speed500 RPM500 RPM
Rated Life100000 hours60000 hours
Max Power Draw1.32 W3.84 W
Connector Type4-Pin PWM4-Pin PWM
Cable Length500 mm600 mm
Warranty2 years2 years
PositioningMainstreamQuiet mainstream
ColorsBlack/WhiteBlack or White
Source URLhttps://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1561279-REG/fractal_design_fd_fan_dyn_x2_gp12_pwm_bk_dynamic_x2_pwm_fan.htmlhttps://nzxt.com/products/f140q

Price comparison

RetailerFractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWMNZXT F140Q Quiet
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Verdict

Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM

7 / 10 Expert Rating

One of the quietest 120mm fans around, ideal for anyone building around Fractal's own low-noise philosophy.

NZXT F140Q Quiet

7 / 10 Expert Rating

A dependable quiet 140mm fan for NZXT case owners prioritizing low noise over lighting or raw airflow.

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