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NZXT F120P vs Thermalright TL-C12C-S: Comparison
NZXT F120P and Thermalright TL-C12C-S separate most on static pressure: NZXT F120P at 4.5 mmH2O, Thermalright TL-C12C-S at 1.53 mmH2O, 66% in favour of NZXT F120P. Max Speed splits them by another 23%, again favouring NZXT F120P. They match on 6 other specifications, including fan size, bearing type and fan thickness.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Brand | NZXT | Thermalright |
| Model | F120P | TL-C12C-S |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Fluid Dynamic |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Static Pressure | 4.5 mmH2O | 1.53 mmH2O-66% |
| Max Speed | 2000 RPM | 1550 RPM-22% |
| Noise Level | 30 dBA+4.4 dBA | 25.6 dBA |
| Airflow | 73.47 CFM | 66.17 CFM-10% |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM | 4-Pin PWM |
| Colors | White, Black | White, Black |
| Source URL | https://nzxt.com/product/f120p | https://www.thermalright.com/product/tl-c12c-s/ |
Verdict
NZXT F120P
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A well-judged static-pressure fan for radiators, especially if your case already says NZXT on it.
Thermalright TL-C12C-S
7 / 10 Expert Rating
Noctua-adjacent quiet operation at budget pricing, which is exactly what a six-fan build needs.