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Noctua NF-P14s redux-1500 PWM vs Zalman ZM-F3: Comparison

Noctua NF-P14s redux-1500 PWM and Zalman ZM-F3 differ on bearing type: Noctua NF-P14s redux-1500 PWM at SSO, Zalman ZM-F3 at Fluid Dynamic.

Specs

Specification
Noctua NF-P14s redux-1500 PWM (140mm/71.4 CFM/1.7 mmH2O Static Pressure/1500 RPM Max/24.5 dBA/SSO Bearing/No RGB/PWM)
Noctua NF-P14s redux-1500 PWM
Zalman ZM-F3 (120mm/46.0 CFM/1.1 mmH2O Static Pressure/1200 RPM Max/19.0 dBA/Sleeve Bearing/No RGB/PWM)
Zalman ZM-F3
Fan Size140120 mm
BrandNoctuaZalman
ModelNF-P14s redux-1500 PWMZM-F3
Bearing TypeSSOFluid Dynamic
LightingNo RGBNo RGB
Max Speed15001200 RPM-20%
Noise Level24.5+1.5 dBA23 dBA
PositioningBudget NoctuaBudget
ColorsAll blackBlack

Price comparison

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Verdict

Noctua NF-P14s redux-1500 PWM

7 / 10 Expert Rating

Solid mid-range 140mm option that trades Noctua's premium finish for a friendlier price.

Zalman ZM-F3

5 / 10 Expert Rating

A budget fan that does the basics quietly, nothing more, nothing less.

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