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Noctua NF-A12x25 G2 PWM vs Xigmatek Galaxy III BX120 Arctic ARGB: Comparison
Noctua NF-A12x25 G2 PWM and Xigmatek Galaxy III BX120 Arctic ARGB separate most on static pressure: Noctua NF-A12x25 G2 PWM at 3.14 mmH2O, Xigmatek Galaxy III BX120 Arctic ARGB at 1.4 mmH2O, 55% in favour of Noctua NF-A12x25 G2 PWM. Max Speed splits them by another 33%, again favouring Noctua NF-A12x25 G2 PWM. They match on fan size and fan thickness.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | Noctua | Xigmatek |
| Model | NF-A12x25 G2 PWM | BX120 |
| Lighting | None | ARGB |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 3.14 mmH2O | 1.4 mmH2O-55% |
| Max Speed | 1800 RPM | 1200 RPM-33% |
| Noise Level | 22.5 dBA | 23.7 dBA+1.2 dBA |
| Airflow | 63.15 CFM | 50.4 CFM-20% |
| Rated Life | 150000 hours | 30000 hours |
| Max Power Draw | 1.8 W | 2.16 W |
| RGB Lighting | No | Yes |
| Source URL | https://www.noctua.at/en/products/nf-a12x25-g2-pwm/specifications | https://www.globalbrand.com.bd/xigmatek-galaxy-iii-essential-arctic-en46461-cpu-fans |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Noctua NF-A12x25 G2 PWM | Xigmatek Galaxy III BX120 Arctic ARGB |
|---|---|---|
| Xigmatek | View on Xigmatek | |
| StarTech.com.bd | View on StarTech.com.bd |
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
Noctua NF-A12x25 G2 PWM
10 / 10 Expert Rating
The current best overall case fan — class-leading static pressure at a class-leading noise ceiling, a genuine generational upgrade over the original.
Xigmatek Galaxy III BX120 Arctic ARGB
5 / 10 Expert Rating
A serviceable budget ARGB fan kit with a genuinely low noise profile, best bought for the bundled hub and remote rather than as a single premium upgrade.