Arctic P8 Max
Expert rating6 / 10
- Fan Size:
- 80mm
- Airflow:
- 34.6 CFM
- Static Pressure:
- 4.3 mmH2O
- Noise Level:
- 33.2 dBA
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Manufacturer: Arctic Last updated: 2026-09-12
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Arctic P8 Max (80mm/34.6 CFM/4.3 mmH2O Static Pressure/4200 RPM Max/33.2 dBA/Fluid Dynamic Bearing/No RGB/PWM) Review
Searching for a small-form-factor fan that can actually push through a dense SFF radiator or VRM heatsink, the P8 Max is one of the few 80mm fans built specifically for that.
We'd only buy this for tight SFF or console-style builds where an 80 or 92mm mount is the only option, since 4200 RPM at 33 dBA is loud for how little absolute air it moves compared to a 120mm fan.
Small Fan, High Pressure
At 80mm, blade area is limited, so Arctic compensates with very high rotational speed to hit static pressure figures that rival much larger fans, at the cost of a higher-pitched noise signature.
Comparison to Alternatives
There's no other 80mm fan in this catalog to compare directly against; against the Noctua NF-A9 PWM in the catalog at 92mm, the larger Noctua fan moves comparable air at a much lower noise level, so use the Noctua wherever the case has room for the extra 12mm. The P8 Max exists specifically for the builds that don't have that room.
Specifications
Identity and packaging
| Brand | Arctic |
|---|---|
| Model | P8 Max |
| Fan Thickness | 25 mm |
Design
| Fan Size | 80 mm |
|---|---|
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic |
| Lighting | No RGB |
Performance
| Static Pressure | 5.3 mmH2O |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 5000 RPM |
| Noise Level | 33.2 dBA |
| PWM Control | Yes |
Performance at maximum speed
| Airflow | 40 CFM |
|---|
Performance at quiet speed
| Min Speed | 500 RPM |
|---|---|
| Zero RPM Capable | Yes |
Motor and bearing
| Rated Life | 500000 hours |
|---|
Power and control
| Start Voltage | 3.2 V |
|---|---|
| PWM Duty Floor | 5 percent |
Connection and daisy chain
| Connector Type | 4-Pin PWM |
|---|---|
| Lighting Connector | None |
Lighting
| RGB Lighting | No |
|---|---|
| Lighting Type | None |
Physical and finish
| Colorway | Black |
|---|---|
| Cable Length | 400 mm |
| Weight | 84 g |
Market
| Warranty | 6 years |
|---|---|
| MSRP Per Fan | 8.99 USD |
| Source URL | https://www.arctic.de/en/P8-Max/ACFAN00286A |
|---|
Expert Review
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Expert rating6 / 10
A genuinely useful fan for cramped SFF builds, but only worth the noise penalty when nothing larger fits.
Best for
- SFF cases with only 80mm fan mounts
- VRM or chipset heatsink cooling in tight spaces
- Console-style small-form-factor builds
Not for
- Any case with room for a 92mm or 120mm fan
- Noise-sensitive builds
- RGB or showcase builds
FAQs
What are the key specifications of the Arctic P8 Max (80mm/34.6 CFM/4.3 mmH2O Static Pressure/4200 RPM Max/33.2 dBA/Fluid Dynamic Bearing/No RGB/PWM)?
The Arctic P8 Max (80mm/34.6 CFM/4.3 mmH2O Static Pressure/4200 RPM Max/33.2 dBA/Fluid Dynamic Bearing/No RGB/PWM) is a case fan from Arctic. Key specs: Fan Size 80, Bearing Type Fluid Dynamic, Lighting No RGB, Airflow 34.6, Static Pressure 4.3.
Will the Arctic P8 Max (80mm/34.6 CFM/4.3 mmH2O Static Pressure/4200 RPM Max/33.2 dBA/Fluid Dynamic Bearing/No RGB/PWM) work with my current setup?
The Arctic P8 Max (80mm/34.6 CFM/4.3 mmH2O Static Pressure/4200 RPM Max/33.2 dBA/Fluid Dynamic Bearing/No RGB/PWM) lists Fan Size is 80. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.
Who is the Arctic P8 Max (80mm/34.6 CFM/4.3 mmH2O Static Pressure/4200 RPM Max/33.2 dBA/Fluid Dynamic Bearing/No RGB/PWM) best suited to?
It suits sff cases with only 80mm fan mounts, vrm or chipset heatsink cooling in tight spaces, console-style small-form-factor builds.
What are the drawbacks of the Arctic P8 Max (80mm/34.6 CFM/4.3 mmH2O Static Pressure/4200 RPM Max/33.2 dBA/Fluid Dynamic Bearing/No RGB/PWM)?
It is a poor fit for any case with room for a 92mm or 120mm fan, noise-sensitive builds, rgb or showcase builds.
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