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Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 vs NZXT F120Q Quiet: Comparison

Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 and NZXT F120Q Quiet differ on bearing type: Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 at SSO, NZXT F120Q Quiet at Fluid Dynamic.

Specs

Specification
Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 (140mm/48.6 CFM/1.19 mmH2O Static Pressure/1200 RPM Max/19.2 dBA/SSO Bearing/No RGB/PWM)
Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
NZXT F120Q Quiet (120mm/42.5 CFM/1.2 mmH2O Static Pressure/1500 RPM Max/21 dBA/Fluid Dynamic Bearing/No RGB/PWM)
NZXT F120Q Quiet
Fan Size140120 mm
BrandNoctuaNZXT
ModelNF-P14s redux-1200F120Q
Bearing TypeSSOFluid Dynamic
LightingNo RGBNo RGB
Static Pressure1.19-17%1.43 mmH2O
Max Speed1200-29%1700 RPM
Noise Level19.225.1 dBA+5.9 dBA
Airflow48.6-35%74.26 CFM
PWM ControltrueYes
PositioningBudgetQuiet mainstream
ColorsAll-BlackBlack or White

Price comparison

RetailerNoctua NF-P14s redux-1200NZXT F120Q Quiet
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Verdict

Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200

7 / 10 Expert Rating

A sensible budget 140mm pick when you want Noctua's fit and finish without paying for the flagship A-series.

NZXT F120Q Quiet

7 / 10 Expert Rating

A solid quiet fan for NZXT case owners who don't need RGB or maximum static pressure.

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