Upgrading the performance of your PCs cooling system is a task that should never be underestimated, especially if you're striving for an optimized system. Fans are pivotal, ensuring the extended life and efficiency of your system under load. The fans that come with some coolers aren't always top-quality, so replacing them with better ones will improve performance.
If you haven't considered upgrading the fans on your PCs cooler with CORSAIR RX fans, you should. Enter the CORSAIR RX series fans— the ultimate solution for those looking to improve their setup’s cooling performance.
CORSAIR iCUE LINK RX Fans come in two different models and sizes. The non-RGB versions are available as 120mm and 140mm fans and only come in black. Then there's the RGB models and those come in two sizes, 120mm and 140mm, but you can opt for them in either black or white. Below you'll find a more editorial explanation of the performance, but for those who know exactly what you're looking for; behold, the specs.
| Variant | RX120 RGB | RX120 | RX140 RGB | RX140 |
| PWM Range | 0%, 20% - 100% | 0%, 20% - 100% | 0%, 20% - 100% | 0%, 20% - 100% |
| Airflow | 10.5 - 74.2 CFM | 10.5 - 74.2 CFM | 18.1 - 95.7 CFM | 18.1 - 95.7 CFM |
| Speed | 0, 400 - 2100 RPM ±10% | 0, 400 - 2100 RPM ±10% | 0, 300 - 1700 RPM ±10% | 0, 300 - 1700 RPM ±10% |
| Sound Level | 10 - 36 dBA | 10 - 36 dBA | 10 - 36 dBA | 10 - 36 dBA |
| Static Pressure | 0.12 - 4.38 mm-H20 | 0.12 - 4.38 mm-H20 | 0.15 - 3.79 mm-H20 | 0.15 - 3.79 mm-H20 |
| Lighting | 8 indivdually addressable RGB LEDs | N/A | 8 indivdually addressable RGB LEDs | N/A |
| Bearing | Magnetic Dome | Magnetic Dome | Magnetic Dome | Magnetic Dome |
| Available colors | Black, White | Black | Black, white | Black |
So here's where we think RX cooling fans are the ultimate fans for coolers. It's all about static pressure, airflow, and control.
Static Pressure: RX fans are engineered to push air through dense radiator fins more effectively than most PC fans. When it comes to static pressure, the better the static pressure on a fan, the better it's going to push through those tight spaces between your coolers radiator fins. This is the most important factor to consider when choosing fans specifically for use with a radiator.
RX120 and RX120 RGB will operate between 400RPM and 2,100 RPM and will push up to 74.2 CFM of air with 4.38mm-H2O of static pressure while the RX140 and RX140 RGB will operate between 300RPM and 1,700 RPM and will push up to 95.7 CFM of air with 3.79 mm-H2O of static pressure. This means that they blow a lot of air, and more importantly, push it hard to compensate for the restriction of the radiator or heatsink.
Airflow: CORSAIR AirGuide Technology utilizes anti vortex vanes that channel cool air in a more focused direction onto your radiator, this means less air is wasted going in other directions.
Full control: These fans are part of the iCUE LINK ecosystem, meaning that you have an incredibly granular amount of control. With iCUE software you can set the fan speed to respond to the temperature of any component within the system, or turn them off entirely, or max em out all the time. The point is that you have full control of what these fans are doing at all times.
The RX series fans are an integral part of the larger iCUE LINK ecosystem. This network includes not only fans but also coolers, PSUs, and more, fostering a seamless, tidy cable management system that accelerates the build process. One of the standout features is the capability to LINK your fans together via the iCUE LINK bridge connectors. This means you can create a contiguous chain of fans connected to the iCUE LINK System Hub — imagine a unified, cohesive unit of cooling all managed by a single cable for a cleaner and more organized build.
Corsair RX fans are designed for pushing air through the dense resistance of a CPU heat sink or an AIO radiator. Therefore, they are considered an elite cooling upgrade for those seeking to improve the performance of their coolers. With their high-static pressure, easy installation thanks to iCUE LINK, and in-depth control options via iCUE, they are a top-tier option for those who want to get a little more out of their CPU cooler. If you're ready to make the leap and upgrade your current cooler fans, check out our webstore for your next obvious choice, the CORSAIR iCUE LINK RX Fans.
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