The Kaze Flex 120 PWM arrives in a cheap plastic package, looking more like it came from an auto shop than a modern PC retailer. Scythe doesn't make a great first impression, granted. I've picked out some of the best PC fans from those I tested, and brought them together, noting the key points that make them stand out below.

If you plan on overclocking (opens in new tab), a couple of extra fans (or the best CPU coolers (opens in new tab)) will help keep everything running cooly. It'll lead to your PC operating at suboptimal temperatures, which is sure to affect the performance and durability of your machine's important parts. Acceptable is subjective, so I'll let you decide what that means exactly.īut I'm sure we can all agree that poor airflow is bad. I went through and tested each of the fans below through real-life gaming tests and everyday use cases, and have brought to you the ones with the best airflow, at the most acceptable noise levels. PCs with cheap fans are the bane of my existence, so I've made sure to select fans that do their job without summoning a tornado. Alongside value for money, the best PC fans should quietly maximise cooling. Right now, my testing points to the Noctua NF-S12B redux-1200 as the best PC fan today, thanks to its affordability and great performance.

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