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Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM vs Thermalright TL-C12C-S: Comparison
Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM and Thermalright TL-C12C-S separate most on static pressure: Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM at 2.83 mmH2O, Thermalright TL-C12C-S at 1.53 mmH2O, 46% in favour of Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM. Max Speed splits them by another 9%, again favouring Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM. They match on 6 other specifications, including fan size, bearing type and fan thickness.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | Noctua | Thermalright |
| Model | NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM | TL-C12C-S |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Fluid Dynamic |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 2.83 mmH2O | 1.53 mmH2O-46% |
| Max Speed | 1700 RPM | 1550 RPM-9% |
| Noise Level | 25.1 dBA | 25.6 dBA+0.5 dBA |
| Airflow | 70.75 CFM | 66.17 CFM-6% |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Bearing Marketing Name | SSO | S-FDB |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| Lighting Connector | None | 3-Pin 5V ARGB |
| RGB Lighting | No | Yes |
| Lighting Type | None | ARGB 5V |
| Weight | 155 g | 120 g |
| Positioning | Budget | Budget |
| Source URL | https://www.noctua.at/en/products/nf-p12-redux-1700-pwm/specifications | https://www.thermalright.com/product/tl-c12c-s/ |
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.
Thermalright TL-C12C-S
7 / 10 Expert Rating
Noctua-adjacent quiet operation at budget pricing, which is exactly what a six-fan build needs.
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