The ARCTIC P12 PWM is a fan that needs no introductions, yet has been a missing part of our fan reviews till today. We test the PST version, which offers daisy-chaining support in addition to a long RPM range of control, a zero RPM mode, long warranty, and is quite possibly one of the best value case fans too.
TRYX is a new PC tech brand aiming to take on the established giants with its new case, CPU coolers, fans etc. Today we examine the ROTA Pro 120 mm fan that comes in two colors, uses LCP rotors in a static-pressured optmized design, offers daisy-chaining support, and aims to be your next radiator fan.
Lian Li adds to its new wireless RGB product line with the UNI FAN SL 120 Wireless LCD, a 120 mm fan with a large LCD screen in the hub allowing you to place even more displays in your PC. These fans also feature 40 RGB LEDs each, have extensive software support over performance and looks, and offer a rare reverse blade configuration too.
Lian Li aims to cut the cord with its new UNI FAN SL 120 Wireless, using a new wireless receiver and controller system to allow for a potentially cleaner build and minimal wiring in view. The fans also feature 40 RGB LEDs each and have extensive software support over performance and looks.
The Endorfy Fluctus 120 PWM is a budget-friendly fan which gets the basics right, and then builds upon it to deliver decent performance at a low noise level. Add in some engineering optimization to make the fans feel even quieter than they are, and it offers good value for multiple use cases.
Corsair enters the thick LCP fan market with the RS120 MAX. True to its name, it adopts a 120x120x30 mm form factor and large LCP blades that get real close to the frame to maximize airflow. A novel stator vane design and magnetic bearing helps keep noise low to make for a compelling PC DIY watercooling fan.
The Silverstone Shark Force 120 is a performance-optimized 120 mm fan with minimal frills and a clean look backed by good build quality. It offers a zero RPM mode as part of a long RPM control range and pushes a lot of air through a radiator, albeit with associated high airflow noise too.
Corsair's new RX120 RGB fans build upon the iCUE Link ecosystem to have easy grouping and cable-less connections and use a performance-optimized design paired with 8 ARGB LEDs per fan. The net result is an RGB fan with all the lighting effects you'd ever want and very good performance across a long RPM range too.
Seasonic enters the RGB case fan market with the impressive MagFlow ARGB 120 mm. It uses a performance-centered LCP impeller paired with a sturdy frame, a good bearing, and a reliable motor to excel at different use cases while still having lots of RGB LEDs for an eye-catching light show.
The Alphacool Apex Stealth is a unique new fan which uses a metal frame and a patent-pending decoupling mechanism to be one of the quietest fans in the market. It performs reasonably well and has a long RPM range to be versatile with different use cases too. There are two max speed options as well as four colors/finishes to choose from.
CORSAIR's iCUE Link QX120 RGB fans are unlike anything else on the market. Each fan uses a USB bus-based connection to have easy grouping and cable-less connections, sports 34 RGB LEDs with novel lighting effects, and even has a temperature sensor for extensive fan control using iCUE software.
The EK-Loop Fan FPT 120 D-RGB aims to buck the trend of RGB fans being poor performers. You get a balance of function and form here courtesy nine DRGB LEDs in the hub but then a standard square frame and a hybrid rotor design paired with an updated motor and bearing too. The end result is a long RPM range and good performance:noise ratio too.
The Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 12 Pro is a 120 mm fan that uses an LCP rotor with tight clearance to a newly designed frame, in addition to an upgraded sealed motor and bearing implementation compared to the older version. It retains good case compatibility and provides an excellent performance/noise balance to take on all competitors.
Lian Li wants to take on the high performance fan crown with its UNI FAN P28 series. It comes in two colors and has an optional lighting kit accessory for those wanting RGB, but otherwise prioritizes performance with three operating modes, neat daisy-chaining and a clean installation, while also costing less than the direct competition.
Montech aims to challenge the status quo of RGB fans in 2023 being overly expensive with the new $9 AX120 PWM. Available in black or white color options, these 120 mm fans use standard connectors and 20 LEDs per fan to put forth a compelling cooling solution that is quiet in operation too.
Today we examine the EK-Quantum Impulse 120 D-RGB, a 120 mm fan that prioritizes aesthetics and RGB lighting with three lighting zones in the frame and hub alike. It uses a clever daisy-chaining system for cable management and provides standard connectors for increased fan and LED compatibility too.
CORSAIR has updated its AF120 ELITE fans with RGB lighting. The new AF120 RGB ELITE comes in single or triple pack versions (w/ included lighting hub) offering extensive lighting options and higher max performance while retaining the handy zero-RPM mode and quiet fluid dynamic bearing too.
Today we examine Cooler Master's new Mobius 120 fan that uses a "ring blade" design aimed to produce more stable and efficient airflow across different applications: case fans, heatsinks, even radiators. It features a zero RPM mode and a long PWM control range in addition to good build quality and a long 5-year warranty.
CORSAIR has updated its airflow-optimized fan series to include the new AF120 ELITE. It comes in two color options and uses a brand new rotor paired with a low-noise Fluid Dynamic Bearing and a motor that turns off at idle operation, making for a compelling product for your PC DIY cooling needs.
be quiet! updates its successful Silent Wings 3 lineup of premium PC case and radiator fans with the new Silent Wings 4. Today we examine the Silent Wings Pro 4 120 mm that aims to be a master of all trades, offering multiple RPM operating modes on top of an updated fan design for improved performance while still being quiet.
Thermaltake introduces a unique swappable fan design to its latest fan series called SWAFAN RGB, thus allowing users to customize their fan airflow layout without compromising on aesthetics.. It comes in 120 and 140 mm sizes and features also a new unified controller with software support over fan speed and LED control too.
Lian Li aims to one-up the RGB fan market with a highly modular, uniquely clean multi-fan setup in the new UNI FAN SL INFINITY 120 series. Featuring the best of its SL and AL fans, these use 40 LEDs per fan for an attractive infinity mirror look, combined with software control over fan curves for decent performance-to-noise balance, too.
be quiet! splashes in today with all new fans, and they just happen to be the company's first RGB fans. The Light Wings comes in different options and sizes, and we take a look at the 120 mm high-speed version that aims to best all other RGB fans with an optimal balance of airflow, static pressure, and noise.
A long awaited review heads your way today with the Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 12 and TOUGHFAN 12 Turbo fans! These fans aim to challenge the newer Phanteks offering and status quo of Noctua when it comes to case fans that are all about function and without any LEDs.
Phanteks' take on the ultimate PC fan is finally out! The T30-120 is a 30-mm thick fan that has a feature set to make many others blush, including the use of LCP blades and frames, Sunon's magnetic levitation bearing, three operating modes for different use cases, and fantastic performance throughout.
