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Noctua NF-A9 PWM vs Thermalright TL-C14C-S: Comparison
Noctua NF-A9 PWM and Thermalright TL-C14C-S differ on bearing type: Noctua NF-A9 PWM at SSO2, Thermalright TL-C14C-S at Fluid Dynamic.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 92 | 140 mm |
| Brand | Noctua | Thermalright |
| Model | NF-A9 PWM | TL-C14C-S |
| Bearing Type | SSO2 | Fluid Dynamic |
| Lighting | No RGB | ARGB |
| Static Pressure | 2.28 | 1.93 mmH2O-15% |
| Max Speed | 2000 | 1500 RPM-25% |
| Noise Level | 22.8 | 26.4 dBA+3.6 dBA |
| Airflow | 46.4-39% | 75.8 CFM |
| PWM Control | true | Yes |
| Positioning | Premium | Budget |
| Colors | Brown/Beige | Black/White |
Verdict
Noctua NF-A9 PWM
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The go-to premium option whenever a build genuinely needs a 92mm fan instead of 120mm.
Thermalright TL-C14C-S
7 / 10 Expert Rating
Outsized 140mm ARGB airflow-per-dollar from a brand built on exactly that value proposition.