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Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 vs SilverStone FQ121: Comparison
Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 vs SilverStone FQ121: the static pressure difference
On static pressure the spread is 29%, Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 1.29 mmH2O against SilverStone FQ121 1.82 mmH2O, so SilverStone FQ121 takes it. There is a split on fan size as well, 140 mm on the Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 versus 120 mm on the SilverStone FQ121. Add max speed to that, 1200 RPM on the Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 versus 1800 RPM on the SilverStone FQ121, and the pattern holds. Lighting is not the same on both, None on the Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 versus No RGB on the SilverStone FQ121. Pwm control is not the same on both, No on the Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 versus Yes on the SilverStone FQ121. They differ on bearing marketing name too, SSO on the Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 versus P.C.F. bearing on the SilverStone FQ121.
Which should you buy, Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 or SilverStone FQ121?
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 SilverStone FQ121 is the one to take for CPU heatsink fans and filtered intake with dust screens, though it is not the pick for RGB builds and maximum airflow case 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 SilverStone FQ121 (7/10): A quiet, capable static-pressure fan that undercuts the premium brands without giving up much performance.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 and SilverStone FQ121 differ on noise level?
Yes. Noise Level reads 19.6 dBA on the Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 versus 24 dBA on the SilverStone FQ121.
Is the Bearing Type the same on the Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 and SilverStone FQ121?
It is. Both are listed at Fluid Dynamic, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Fan Size
- Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
- 140 mm
- SilverStone FQ121
- 120 mm
Brand
- Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
- Noctua
- SilverStone FQ121
- SilverStone
Model
- Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
- NF-P14s redux-1200
- SilverStone FQ121
- FQ121
Bearing Type
- Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
- Fluid Dynamic
- SilverStone FQ121
- Fluid Dynamic
Lighting
- Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
- None
- SilverStone FQ121
- No RGB
Fan Thickness
- Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
- 25 mm
- SilverStone FQ121
- 25 mm
Static Pressure
- Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
- 1.29 mmH2O-29%
- SilverStone FQ121
- 1.82 mmH2OBest
Max Speed
- Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
- 1200 RPM-33%
- SilverStone FQ121
- 1800 RPMBest
Airflow
- Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
- 64.92 CFM-4%
- SilverStone FQ121
- 67.5 CFMBest
Noise Level
- Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
- 19.6 dBABest
- SilverStone FQ121
- 24 dBA
PWM Control
- Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
- No
- SilverStone FQ121
- Yes
Bearing Marketing Name
- Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
- SSO
- SilverStone FQ121
- P.C.F. bearing
Weight
- Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
- 195 g
- SilverStone FQ121
- 143 gBest
Positioning
- Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200
- Budget
- SilverStone FQ121
- Mainstream
Which one should you pick?
Choose Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 if you want the lower noise level (19.6 dBA vs 24 dBA).
Choose SilverStone FQ121 if you want the higher static pressure (1.82 mmH2O vs 1.29 mmH2O), the higher max speed (1800 RPM vs 1200 RPM) and the higher airflow (67.5 CFM vs 64.92 CFM).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200 | SilverStone FQ121 |
|---|---|---|
| Noctua | View on Noctua | |
| 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-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.
SilverStone FQ121
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A quiet, capable static-pressure fan that undercuts the premium brands without giving up much performance.