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NZXT F120P vs SilverStone AP121: Comparison

NZXT F120P and SilverStone AP121 separate most on static pressure: NZXT F120P at 4.5 mmH2O, SilverStone AP121 at 1.71 mmH2O, 62% in favour of NZXT F120P. Airflow splits them by another 52%, again favouring NZXT F120P. They match on fan size, bearing type and fan thickness.

Specs

Specification
NZXT F120P (120mm PWM Static Pressure Fan / ~2100 RPM / Fluid Dynamic Bearing / White or Black)
NZXT F120P
SilverStone AP121 (120mm/49.4 CFM/1.86 mmH2O Static Pressure/1500 RPM Max/24.4 dBA/Fluid Dynamic Bearing/No RGB/PWM)
SilverStone AP121
Fan Size120 mm120 mm
BrandNZXTSilverStone
ModelF120PAP121
Bearing TypeFluid DynamicFluid Dynamic
Fan Thickness25 mm25 mm
Static Pressure4.5 mmH2O1.71 mmH2O-62%
Max Speed2000 RPM1500 RPM-25%
Noise Level30 dBA+7.6 dBA22.4 dBA
Airflow73.47 CFM35.36 CFM-52%
PWM ControlYesNo
Connector Type4-Pin PWM3-Pin DC
ColorsWhite, BlackBlack frame, transparent blue blades
Source URLhttps://nzxt.com/product/f120phttps://www.silverstonetek.com/en/product/info/coolers/AP121/

Price comparison

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Verdict

NZXT F120P

8 / 10 Expert Rating

A well-judged static-pressure fan for radiators, especially if your case already says NZXT on it.

SilverStone AP121

6 / 10 Expert Rating

A competent, unremarkable fan best chosen for brand consistency in a SilverStone build rather than outright performance.

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