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Jonsbo FR-131 ARGB vs Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM: Comparison

Jonsbo FR-131 ARGB and Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM differ on bearing type: Jonsbo FR-131 ARGB at Hydraulic, Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM at Fluid Dynamic.

Specs

Specification
Jonsbo FR-131 ARGB (120mm/55.0 CFM/1.8 mmH2O Static Pressure/1800 RPM Max/26.0 dBA/Hydraulic Bearing/ARGB/PWM)
Jonsbo FR-131 ARGB
Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM (120mm/58 CFM/2.34 mmH2O Static Pressure/2000 RPM Max/22.6 dBA Max/SSO2 Bearing 150,000hr Rated/No RGB/PWM/6-Year Warranty)
Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM
Fan Size120120 mm
BrandJonsboNoctua
ModelFR-131NF-A12x25 PWM
Bearing TypeHydraulicFluid Dynamic
LightingARGBNone
Static Pressure1.8-23%2.34 mmH2O
Max Speed1800-10%2000 RPM
Noise Level26.0+3.4 dBA22.6 dBA
Airflow55.0-8%60.09 CFM
PWM ControltrueYes

Price comparison

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Verdict

Jonsbo FR-131 ARGB

6 / 10 Expert Rating

A budget ARGB fan that looks good for the price, a reasonable choice for filling out a case on a tight budget.

Noctua NF-A12x25 PWM

9 / 10 Expert Rating

The reference benchmark for 120mm fans — best-tested all-around performance and quietest in its class, with class-leading bearing longevity.

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