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ID-COOLING SF-12025-RGB vs Thermalright TL-C12C-S: Comparison
ID-COOLING SF-12025-RGB and Thermalright TL-C12C-S separate most on static pressure: ID-COOLING SF-12025-RGB at 2.15 mmH2O, Thermalright TL-C12C-S at 1.53 mmH2O, 29% in favour of ID-COOLING SF-12025-RGB. Max Speed splits them by another 14%, again favouring ID-COOLING SF-12025-RGB. They match on 5 other specifications, including fan size, fan thickness and pwm control.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | ID-COOLING | Thermalright |
| Model | SF-12025-RGB | TL-C12C-S |
| Bearing Type | Hydraulic | Fluid Dynamic |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 2.15 mmH2O | 1.53 mmH2O-29% |
| Max Speed | 1800 RPM | 1550 RPM-14% |
| Noise Level | 35.2 dBA+9.6 dBA | 25.6 dBA |
| Airflow | 74.5 CFM | 66.17 CFM-11% |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| Lighting Connector | 4-Pin 12V RGB | 3-Pin 5V ARGB |
| RGB Lighting | Yes | Yes |
| Lighting Type | RGB 12V | ARGB 5V |
| Weight | 150 g | 120 g |
| Positioning | Mainstream | Budget |
| Colors | Black/White | White, Black |
| Source URL | https://www.idcooling.com/product/detail?id=119&name=SF-12025-RGB | https://www.thermalright.com/product/tl-c12c-s/ |
Verdict
ID-COOLING SF-12025-RGB
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A budget-friendly static-pressure ARGB fan that makes a credible case against pricier radiator fans.
Thermalright TL-C12C-S
7 / 10 Expert Rating
Noctua-adjacent quiet operation at budget pricing, which is exactly what a six-fan build needs.