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Thermalright TL-B12 vs Thermalright TL-D12: Comparison

Thermalright TL-B12 and Thermalright TL-D12 differ on bearing type: Thermalright TL-B12 at Fluid Dynamic, Thermalright TL-D12 at Rifle.

Specs

Specification
Thermalright TL-B12 (120mm/68.9 CFM/2.27 mmH2O Static Pressure/1500 RPM Max/25.6 dBA/S-FDB Bearing/No RGB/PWM)
Thermalright TL-B12
Thermalright TL-D12 (120mm/40.0 CFM/0.9 mmH2O Static Pressure/1500 RPM Max/20.0 dBA/Rifle Bearing/No RGB/PWM)
Thermalright TL-D12
Fan Size120 mm120
BrandThermalrightThermalright
ModelTL-B12TL-D12
Bearing TypeFluid DynamicRifle
LightingNo RGBNo RGB
Static Pressure2.87 mmH2O0.9-69%
Max Speed2150 RPM1500-30%
Noise Level28.1 dBA+8.1 dBA20.0
Airflow69 CFM40.0-42%
PWM ControlYestrue
PositioningValue non-RGBBudget
ColorsAll blackBlack

Price comparison

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Verdict

Thermalright TL-B12

8 / 10 Expert Rating

Excellent value for a non-RGB static-pressure fan, undercutting pricier options with little real performance loss.

Thermalright TL-D12

6 / 10 Expert Rating

A niche but genuinely useful option whenever clearance, not performance, is the limiting factor.

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