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Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM 120mm case fan
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Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM

Expert rating8 / 10

Case FansView on noctua.at
Fan Size:
120mm
Bearing Type:
SSO
Lighting:
No RGB
Airflow:
70.7 CFM
Static Pressure:
1.87 mmH2O
Max Speed:
1700 RPM
Noise Level:
25.1 dBA
PWM Control:
Yes

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Manufacturer: Noctua Last updated: 2026-09-12

Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM (120mm/70.7 CFM/1.87 mmH2O Static Pressure/1700 RPM Max/25.1 dBA/SSO Bearing/No RGB/PWM) Review

Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM 120mm case fan, 70.7 CFM airflow, 1.87 mmH2O static pressure, 1700 RPM max, 25.1 dBA, SSO bearing, No RGB, PWM control. Noctua's budget-line 120mm fan, the same P12 blade shape as the original NF-P12 at a fraction of the price.

The redux line strips Noctua's premium fans down to essentials: the same aerodynamic P12 blade design, a simplified SSO (not SSO2) bearing, a plain matte-black colorway, and a bare-bones accessory kit. It's noticeably louder than Noctua's premium fans at the full 1700 RPM, but PWM-throttled to typical desktop speeds it stays quiet, and it costs a fraction of the NF-A12x25.

Why It's Cheaper

Noctua achieves the lower price mainly by dropping the second-generation SSO2 bearing for a standard SSO bearing (still fluid-dynamic, just without the magnetic self-centering), using a simpler frame without AAO acoustic tuning, and shipping only a basic screw set instead of Noctua's usual extension cables and low-noise adaptors.

Real-World Performance

At 1700 RPM the fan is capable of solid static pressure for a budget part — enough for moderate-restriction radiators and dense front-panel mesh — but it's more audible than Noctua's premium range at that speed. Run through a motherboard PWM curve capped near 1000-1200 RPM, it disappears into the background like any other Noctua fan.

Comparison to Alternatives

Against the Thermalright TL-C12C-S, the redux costs more but delivers meaningfully higher static pressure and the reliability halo of the Noctua name. Compared to the Arctic P12 PWM PST, the redux is quieter at matched airflow but lacks PST daisy-chaining, so multi-fan setups need a hub or splitter.

Specifications

Identity and packaging

BrandNoctua
ModelNF-P12 redux-1700 PWM
Fan Thickness25 mm
Pack Quantity1

Design

Fan Size120 mm
Bearing TypeFluid Dynamic
LightingNone

Performance

Static Pressure2.83 mmH2O
Max Speed1700 RPM
Noise Level25.1 dBA
PWM ControlYes

Performance at maximum speed

Airflow70.75 CFM

Performance at quiet speed

Zero RPM CapableYes

Motor and bearing

Bearing Marketing NameSSO
Rated Life150000 hours
Blade MaterialPBT

Airflow direction and frame

Mounting Hole Spacing105 mm
Anti Vibration PadsNo

Power and control

Max Power Draw1.08 W
Start Voltage7 V

Connection and daisy chain

Connector Type4-Pin PWM
Lighting ConnectorNone

Lighting

RGB LightingNo
Lighting TypeNone

Physical and finish

ColorwayOther
Cable Length400 mm
Weight155 g

Market

Warranty6 years
PositioningBudget
Source URLhttps://www.noctua.at/en/products/nf-p12-redux-1700-pwm/specifications

Expert Review

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

Expert rating8 / 10

A safe, quiet, moderately-priced way to get Noctua reliability without paying premium-line prices.

Best for

  • Budget builds that still want Noctua reliability
  • Radiator or filtered-intake duty needing static pressure
  • PWM curves capped below 1200 RPM

Not for

  • RGB builds
  • Buyers who want Noctua's full accessory kit
  • Max-speed, max-airflow use cases

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM (120mm/70.7 CFM/1.87 mmH2O Static Pressure/1700 RPM Max/25.1 dBA/SSO Bearing/No RGB/PWM)?

The Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM (120mm/70.7 CFM/1.87 mmH2O Static Pressure/1700 RPM Max/25.1 dBA/SSO Bearing/No RGB/PWM) is a case fan from Noctua. Key specs: Fan Size 120, Bearing Type SSO, Lighting No RGB, Airflow 70.7, Static Pressure 1.87.

Will the Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM (120mm/70.7 CFM/1.87 mmH2O Static Pressure/1700 RPM Max/25.1 dBA/SSO Bearing/No RGB/PWM) work with my current setup?

The Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM (120mm/70.7 CFM/1.87 mmH2O Static Pressure/1700 RPM Max/25.1 dBA/SSO Bearing/No RGB/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 Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM (120mm/70.7 CFM/1.87 mmH2O Static Pressure/1700 RPM Max/25.1 dBA/SSO Bearing/No RGB/PWM) best suited to?

It suits budget builds that still want noctua reliability, radiator or filtered-intake duty needing static pressure, pwm curves capped below 1200 rpm.

What are the drawbacks of the Noctua NF-P12 redux-1700 PWM (120mm/70.7 CFM/1.87 mmH2O Static Pressure/1700 RPM Max/25.1 dBA/SSO Bearing/No RGB/PWM)?

It is a poor fit for rgb builds, buyers who want noctua's full accessory kit, max-speed, max-airflow use cases.

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