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DeepCool CF120 PLUS 120mm ARGB case fan with dual light rings
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Deepcool CF120 PLUS

Expert rating6 / 10

Fan Size:
120mm
Bearing Type:
Hydro
Lighting:
ARGB
Airflow:
56.5 CFM
Static Pressure:
1.85 mmH2O
Max Speed:
1550 RPM
Noise Level:
26.0 dBA
PWM Control:
Yes

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Manufacturer: Deepcool Last updated: 2026-09-12

Deepcool CF120 PLUS (120mm/56.5 CFM/1.85 mmH2O Static Pressure/1550 RPM Max/26.0 dBA/Hydro Bearing/ARGB/PWM) Review

Deepcool CF120 PLUS 120mm case fan, 56.5 CFM airflow, 1.85 mmH2O static pressure, 1550 RPM max, 26.0 dBA, Hydro bearing, ARGB, PWM control. Deepcool's budget ARGB fan, sold heavily in 3-in-1 multi-packs with a basic controller.

The CF120 PLUS is Deepcool's entry point into ARGB case fans, typically sold as a 3-in-1 pack with a simple ARGB controller and remote, making it one of the cheapest ways to fill a case with matching addressable lighting. Performance is modest compared to Deepcool's own FC120, but for builders whose priority is lighting on a budget, it covers the basics competently.

3-in-1 Pack Value

Deepcool typically bundles the CF120 PLUS three fans to a controller and remote at a combined price that undercuts buying three ARGB fans individually from most other brands, which is the model's main selling point for budget full-case lighting refreshes.

Where It Falls Short

At 56.5 CFM and modest static pressure, the CF120 PLUS isn't a strong choice for radiators or restrictive front panels — it's best treated as a lighting-and-basic-airflow product rather than a performance fan.

Comparison to Alternatives

Against its own sibling the Deepcool FC120, the CF120 PLUS is the clearly budget-tier option with less airflow and pressure, but a lower price and simpler bundled controller. Compared to the ID-COOLING XF-12025 ARGB TRIO already in this catalog, the two occupy a similar budget-ARGB-multipack niche.

Specifications

Identity and packaging

BrandDeepcool
ModelCF120 PLUS
Fan Thickness26.5 mm

Design

Fan Size120 mm
Bearing TypeHydro
LightingARGB

Performance

Static Pressure2.08 mmH2O
Max Speed1800 RPM
Noise Level28.8 dBA
PWM ControlYes

Performance at maximum speed

Airflow52.5 CFM

Performance at quiet speed

Min Speed500 RPM

Power and control

Max Power Draw2.16 W

Connection and daisy chain

Connector Type4-Pin PWM
Lighting Connector3-Pin 5V ARGB

Lighting

RGB LightingYes
Lighting TypeARGB 5V

Market

PositioningBudget
Connector4-pin PWM + 3-pin ARGB
ColorsBlack/White
Source URLhttps://www.deepcool.com/products/Cooling/fans/CF120-PLUS-RGB-PWM-Fan/2021/143.shtml

Expert Review

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating6 / 10

A cheap way to add matching ARGB lighting across a case; not a performance pick.

Best for

  • Budget full-case ARGB lighting refreshes
  • Builders prioritizing lighting cost over cooling performance
  • General light-duty case airflow

Not for

  • Radiator or filtered-intake duty
  • Performance-focused builds
  • Single premium-fan purchases

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the Deepcool CF120 PLUS (120mm/56.5 CFM/1.85 mmH2O Static Pressure/1550 RPM Max/26.0 dBA/Hydro Bearing/ARGB/PWM)?

The Deepcool CF120 PLUS (120mm/56.5 CFM/1.85 mmH2O Static Pressure/1550 RPM Max/26.0 dBA/Hydro Bearing/ARGB/PWM) is a case fan from Deepcool. Key specs: Fan Size 120, Bearing Type Hydro, Lighting ARGB, Airflow 56.5, Static Pressure 1.85.

Will the Deepcool CF120 PLUS (120mm/56.5 CFM/1.85 mmH2O Static Pressure/1550 RPM Max/26.0 dBA/Hydro Bearing/ARGB/PWM) work with my current setup?

The Deepcool CF120 PLUS (120mm/56.5 CFM/1.85 mmH2O Static Pressure/1550 RPM Max/26.0 dBA/Hydro Bearing/ARGB/PWM) lists Fan Size is 120. 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 Deepcool CF120 PLUS (120mm/56.5 CFM/1.85 mmH2O Static Pressure/1550 RPM Max/26.0 dBA/Hydro Bearing/ARGB/PWM) best suited to?

It suits budget full-case argb lighting refreshes, builders prioritizing lighting cost over cooling performance, general light-duty case airflow.

What are the drawbacks of the Deepcool CF120 PLUS (120mm/56.5 CFM/1.85 mmH2O Static Pressure/1550 RPM Max/26.0 dBA/Hydro Bearing/ARGB/PWM)?

It is a poor fit for radiator or filtered-intake duty, performance-focused builds, single premium-fan purchases.

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