In my recent PC build using the H5 Flow (Starfield Edition) case, I used F120 and F140 fans to pair with the NZXT Kraken Elite 280 RGB AIO. This meant I needed two F140s in the front, two F120s for the AIO (so they match), and two more F120s for the bottom-mounted GPU fan and rear-mounted exhaust fan.
Unboxing and installation
The fans don’t really come with a lot, as it’s an all-in-one design. They can be mounted to pull air into the case or exhaust it. The RGB ring around the outside of the fan is in the direction air will flow so that inward lights will extract, and outward lights will pull cold air in. This gives a lovely aesthetic for the front fans to shine out of the case, and the radiator and exhaust fans provide nice lighting inside. Each fan has two cables, one for the RGB and one for the 4-pin PWM fan control.
To reduce the number of cables plugged into the motherboard, I recommend picking up the NZXT fan control and lighting hub—this is not the same hub that comes with the AIO or the packs of three fans, as that one only allows for connecting the RGBs together. Regarding RGBs, these are bright and easily customisable in the NZXT Cam Software, where you can also control the fan curve and speed. (The F series fans also come in DUO with an LED ring on both sides, Core with the fan blades being the element that lights up and non-RGB Pressure and
The design is understated and clean, and it will look great in any case. The rubber gaskets at each screw hole also help with sound dampening and ensure a good quality fit.
Cooling ability and running modes for the NZXT F120 and F140 PC Fans
So far, I have not noticed any issues with these fans keeping the temperatures stable inside my case. With a positive pressure setup, the fans pull in decent amounts of cool air and exhaust out the back and through the top. Temperatures in my system remain stable, even under CPU or GPU load.
I am particularly happy with how they perform in silent mode. With no room cooling turned on, I cannot hear the PC fans when they’re running. When the RPM ramps up, you can start to hear them, but not to a level that could be considered too loud. They remain solid enough not to cause any whine.
What’s in the box?
· 120mm/140mm RGB Fan (depending on what you buy)
· Installation Accessories
Specifications
F120
Key Specs
- Material:Plastic, rubber, PCB
- Fan Rated Voltage:12V DC, 0.18A, 2.16W
- LED Quantity:18
- Bearing:Fluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB)
- Fan Connector:4-pin PWM
Dimensions
- Height:120mm
- Width:120mm
- Depth:26mm
Cooling
- Speed:500 – 1,800 ± 300RPM
- Airflow:13.94 – 50.18 CFM
- Static Pressure:0.75 – 2.7 mm-H₂O
- Noise:17.2 – 27.5 dBA
Fan Life
- Hours:60,000
- Years:6
F140
Key Specs
- Material:Plastic, rubber, PCB
- Fan Rated Voltage:12V DC, 0.3A, 3.6W
- LED Quantity:18
- Bearing:Fluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB)
- Fan Connector:4-pin PWM
Dimensions
- Height:140mm
- Width:140mm
- Depth:26mm
Cooling
- Speed:500 – 1,800 ± 300RPM
- Airflow:24.85 – 89.48 CFM
- Static Pressure:0.94 – 3.39 mm-H₂O
- Noise:20 – 32.5 dBA
Fan Life
- Hours:60,000
- Years:6
Final thoughts on the F120 and F140 PC Fans
The F series fans from NZXT, specifically the NZXT F120 and F140 PC Fans, are fantastic and versatile fans for any build. They are well-made and feel and look premium. The RGB LED quality is bright and well-balanced, and the performance is just as impressive.
For more information on the NZXT F120 and F140 PC Fans, you can check out the NZXT website. The F120 retails for £24.99 and the F140 for £26.99 at the time of writing.
