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Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM vs SilverStone FN121: Comparison
Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM and SilverStone FN121 separate most on static pressure: Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM at 1.87, SilverStone FN121 at 1.1, 41% in favour of Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM. Airflow splits them by another 37%, again favouring Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM. They match on 5 other specifications, including fan size, lighting and pwm control.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 | 120 |
| Brand | Noctua | SilverStone |
| Model | NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM | FN121 |
| Bearing Type | SSO | Rifle |
| Lighting | No RGB | No RGB |
| Static Pressure | 1.87 | 1.1-41% |
| Max Speed | 1700 | 1500-12% |
| Noise Level | 25.1+5.1 dBA | 20.0 |
| Airflow | 70.7 | 44.5-37% |
| PWM Control | true | true |
| Positioning | Budget | Budget |
| Connector | 4-pin PWM | 4-pin PWM |
| Colors | All-Black | Black |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM | SilverStone FN121 |
|---|---|---|
| SilverStone | View on SilverStone |
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-P12 redux-1700 PWM
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A safe, quiet, moderately-priced way to get Noctua reliability without paying premium-line prices.
SilverStone FN121
6 / 10 Expert Rating
An unremarkable but reliably quiet budget fan for general case airflow.