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ID-COOLING ZF-12025 vs SilverStone AP121: Comparison
ID-COOLING ZF-12025 and SilverStone AP121 differ on bearing type: ID-COOLING ZF-12025 at Hydraulic, SilverStone AP121 at Fluid Dynamic.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 | 120 mm |
| Brand | ID-COOLING | SilverStone |
| Model | ZF-12025 | AP121 |
| Bearing Type | Hydraulic | Fluid Dynamic |
| Lighting | No RGB | No RGB |
| Static Pressure | 1.8 | 1.71 mmH2O-5% |
| Max Speed | 1900 | 1500 RPM-21% |
| Noise Level | 26.0+3.6 dBA | 22.4 dBA |
| Airflow | 55.2 | 35.36 CFM-36% |
| PWM Control | true | No |
| Positioning | Budget | Balanced mainstream |
| Colors | Black | Black frame, transparent blue blades |
Price comparison
| Retailer | ID-COOLING ZF-12025 | SilverStone AP121 |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | View on Amazon | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg |
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
ID-COOLING ZF-12025
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A sensible plain-black budget fan for builds that specifically don't want RGB.
SilverStone AP121
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A competent, unremarkable fan best chosen for brand consistency in a SilverStone build rather than outright performance.