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Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM vs Thermalright TL-C12C-S: Comparison

Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM and Thermalright TL-C12C-S differ on bearing type: Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM at LLS, Thermalright TL-C12C-S at Fluid Dynamic.

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
Thermalright TL-C12C-S (120mm PWM Case Fan / ~1500 RPM / Rifle Bearing / White or Black / Budget Multi-Pack)
Thermalright TL-C12C-S
Fan Size120120 mm
BrandFractal DesignThermalright
ModelDynamic X2 GP-12 PWMTL-C12C-S
Bearing TypeLLSFluid Dynamic
Static Pressure1.08-29%1.53 mmH2O
Max Speed1200-23%1550 RPM
Noise Level18.625.6 dBA+7 dBA
Airflow44.7-32%66.17 CFM
PWM ControltrueYes
PositioningMainstreamBudget
ColorsBlack/WhiteWhite, Black

Price comparison

RetailerFractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWMThermalright TL-C12C-S
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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.

Thermalright TL-C12C-S

7 / 10 Expert Rating

Noctua-adjacent quiet operation at budget pricing, which is exactly what a six-fan build needs.

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