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Jonsbo FR-131 ARGB vs Zalman ZM-F3: Comparison

Jonsbo FR-131 ARGB and Zalman ZM-F3 differ on bearing type: Jonsbo FR-131 ARGB at Hydraulic, Zalman ZM-F3 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
Zalman ZM-F3 (120mm/46.0 CFM/1.1 mmH2O Static Pressure/1200 RPM Max/19.0 dBA/Sleeve Bearing/No RGB/PWM)
Zalman ZM-F3
Fan Size120120 mm
BrandJonsboZalman
ModelFR-131ZM-F3
Bearing TypeHydraulicFluid Dynamic
LightingARGBNo RGB
Max Speed18001200 RPM-33%
Noise Level26.0+3 dBA23 dBA
PositioningBudgetBudget
ColorsBlack/WhiteBlack

Price comparison

RetailerJonsbo FR-131 ARGBZalman ZM-F3
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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.

Zalman ZM-F3

5 / 10 Expert Rating

A budget fan that does the basics quietly, nothing more, nothing less.

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