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Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM vs Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB: Comparison
Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM vs Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB airflow compared
Start with airflow, because it is the widest measured gap between them: Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM 87.6 CFM against Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB 40.9 CFM, 53% in favour of Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM. Add static pressure to that, 2.3 mmH2O on the Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM versus 1.4 mmH2O on the Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB, and the pattern holds. Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM also leads on max speed, 2000 RPM on the Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM versus 1500 RPM on the Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB.
Who each one is for
The Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM is the one to take for silent PC builds and Fractal Design case upgrades, though it is the wrong buy for high static pressure radiator duty and show-window RGB builds. Buy the Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB for TT RGB Plus ecosystem builds and show-window RGB case fans, though it is not the pick for Non-Thermaltake lighting ecosystems and silent builds. Our rating of the Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM (7/10): one of the quietest 120mm fans around, ideal for anyone building around Fractal's own low-noise philosophy. Our rating of the Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB (7/10): A dependable RGB case fan best bought as part of a full TT RGB Plus ecosystem rather than standalone.
What Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM and Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB have in common
Everything else lines up. Fan size, fan thickness, min speed and positioning read the same on both, so those are not worth weighing.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM and Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB differ on noise level?
Yes. Noise Level reads 32.2 dBA on the Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM versus 25.2 dBA on the Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB.
Specs and benchmarks
Fan Size
- Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
- 120 mm
- Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
- 120 mm
Brand
- Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
- Fractal Design
- Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
- Thermaltake
Model
- Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
- Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
- Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
- Riing Quad 12 RGB
Bearing Type
- Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
- Sleeve
- Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
- Hydraulic
Lighting
- Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
- No RGB
- Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
- RGB
Fan Thickness
- Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
- 25 mm
- Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
- 25 mm
Static Pressure
- Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
- 2.3 mmH2OBest
- Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
- 1.4 mmH2O-39%
Max Speed
- Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
- 2000 RPMBest
- Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
- 1500 RPM-25%
Airflow
- Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
- 87.6 CFMBest
- Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
- 40.9 CFM-53%
Noise Level
- Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
- 32.2 dBA
- Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
- 25.2 dBABest
Min Speed
- Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
- 500 RPM
- Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
- 500 RPM
Rated Life
- Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
- 100000 hours
- Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
- 40000 hours
Connector Type
- Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
- 4-Pin PWM
- Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
- Proprietary
Lighting Connector
- Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
- None
- Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
- Proprietary
RGB Lighting
- Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
- No
- Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
- Yes
Weight
- Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
- 159 gBest
- Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
- 189 g
Positioning
- Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
- Mainstream
- Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
- Mainstream
Colors
- Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
- Black/White
- Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
- Black
Which one should you pick?
Choose Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM if you want the higher static pressure (2.3 mmH2O vs 1.4 mmH2O), the higher max speed (2000 RPM vs 1500 RPM) and the higher airflow (87.6 CFM vs 40.9 CFM).
Choose Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB if you want the lower noise level (25.2 dBA vs 32.2 dBA).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM | Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB |
|---|---|---|
| Fractal Design Store | View on Fractal Design Store | |
| 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
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.
Thermaltake Riing Quad 12 RGB
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A dependable RGB case fan best bought as part of a full TT RGB Plus ecosystem rather than standalone.