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Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 vs Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB: Comparison

Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 vs Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB: the static pressure difference

On static pressure the spread is 32%, Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 1.29 mmH2O against Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB 1.9 mmH2O, so Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB takes it. Add airflow to that, 64.92 CFM on the Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 versus 74.0 CFM on the Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB, and the pattern holds. On noise level there is little in it, 19.6 dBA on the Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 versus 29.7 dBA on the Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB. Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB also leads on max speed, 1200 RPM on the Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 versus 1500 RPM on the Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB. They differ on lighting too, None on the Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 versus D-RGB on the Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB. There is a split on pwm control as well, No on the Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 versus Yes on the Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB. There is a split on positioning as well, Budget on the Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 versus Mainstream on the Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB.

Which should you buy, Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 or Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB?

Buy the Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 for budget 140mm case intake/exhaust and quiet HTPC builds, though it is not built for radiator or heatsink duty and max-airflow positive-pressure builds. The Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB is the one to take for 140mm case intake/exhaust and Phanteks case builds, though it is not the pick for radiator duty and silent builds. Our rating of the Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 (7/10): A sensible budget 140mm pick when you want Noctua's fit and finish without paying for the flagship A-series. Our rating of the Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB (7/10): A well-rounded 140mm intake fan for Phanteks cases that want lighting without sacrificing airflow.

Where the two are identical

The common ground is wider than the gap: fan size and bearing type are identical here.

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
Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB (140mm/74.0 CFM/1.9 mmH2O Static Pressure/1500 RPM Max/29.7 dBA/Fluid Dynamic Bearing/D-RGB/PWM)
Phanteks
Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB

Specs and benchmarks

  • Fan Size

    Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
    140 mm
    Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB
    140 mm

  • Brand

    Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
    Noctua
    Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB
    Phanteks

  • Model

    Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
    NF-P14s redux-1200
    Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB
    SK123-140 D-RGB

  • Bearing Type

    Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
    Fluid Dynamic
    Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB
    Fluid Dynamic

  • Lighting

    Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
    None
    Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB
    D-RGB

  • Static Pressure

    Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
    1.29 mmH2O-32%
    Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB
    1.9 mmH2OBest

  • Max Speed

    Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
    1200 RPM-20%
    Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB
    1500 RPMBest

  • Airflow

    Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
    64.92 CFM-12%
    Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB
    74.0 CFMBest

  • Noise Level

    Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
    19.6 dBABest
    Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB
    29.7 dBA

  • PWM Control

    Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
    No
    Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB
    Yes

  • Positioning

    Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
    Budget
    Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB
    Mainstream

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 if you want the lower noise level (19.6 dBA vs 29.7 dBA).

    Choose Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB if you want the higher static pressure (1.9 mmH2O vs 1.29 mmH2O), the higher max speed (1500 RPM vs 1200 RPM) and the higher airflow (74.0 CFM vs 64.92 CFM).

    Price comparison

    RetailerNoctua NF-P14s redux-1200Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB
    NoctuaView on Noctua
    PhanteksView on Phanteks

    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-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.

    Phanteks SK123-140 D-RGB

    7 / 10 Expert Rating

    A well-rounded 140mm intake fan for Phanteks cases that want lighting without sacrificing airflow.

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