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Noctua NF-F12 PWM chromax.Black.swap, Premium Quiet Fan, 4-Pin (120mm, Black)

Name: Noctua NF-F12 PWM chromax.Black.swap, Premium Quiet Fan, 4-Pin (120mm, Black)
Brand: Noctua
SKU: B07654PNFQ

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Bottom line: The Noctua NF-F12 PWM chromax.Black.swap: Focused Flow frame delivers static pressure suited to heatsinks and radiators; main trade-off: 1500 RPM ceiling trails high-RPM fans built for thick radiators.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Focused Flow frame delivers static pressure suited to heatsinks and radiators
✓ 4-pin PWM lets the motherboard scale speed automatically up to 1500 RPM
✓ Caps out at 22.4 dB(A), quiet even at full 1500 RPM
✓ Rated above 150,000 hours MTTF for long-term set-and-forget use
✓ Ships with red, black, white, blue, yellow, green swappable anti-vibration pads

Cons

✗ 1500 RPM ceiling trails high-RPM fans built for thick radiators
✗ Focused Flow frame targets pressure, so open-air case airflow is not its strength
✗ Standard 120x120x25mm depth only, no slim option in this model
✗ All-black finish hides the frame but shows dust on dark builds

Manufacturer description

The Noctua NF-F12 PWM chromax.black.swap is a 120x120x25mm case and radiator fan built around Noctua's award-winning NF-F12 design, which has collected more than 100 recommendations from international hardware websites and magazines. Its Focused Flow frame concentrates airflow into a strong static-pressure stream, so it pushes air through the dense fin stacks of CPU heatsinks and AIO radiators instead of stalling against them. The 4-pin PWM connection lets your motherboard scale the fan automatically between idle and its 1500 RPM maximum, with noise topping out at 22.4 dB(A) when it runs…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Noctua NF-F12 PWM chromax.Black.swap using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the cooling & fans category. Noctua's cooling & fans lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the NF-F12 chromax good for radiators or just case airflow?

Noctua designed the Focused Flow frame for static pressure, and lists heatsinks and radiators as the intended use. It works in a case too, but pressure-hungry mounts are where it shines.

How loud is this fan at full speed?

Noctua rates it at a maximum 22.4 dB(A) at its 1500 RPM top speed. Under PWM control it spins slower and quieter most of the time.

Will the 4-pin PWM plug work with my motherboard?

It uses a standard 12V 4-pin PWM connector, so any 4-pin PWM fan header will control its speed automatically. On a 3-pin header it will run without PWM speed control.

What size is this fan and will it fit my case?

It is a standard 120x120x25mm fan, the most common size in PC cases, CPU coolers, and 120mm radiator mounts.

Do the colored anti-vibration pads come in the box?

Yes. The chromax.black.swap edition includes swappable red, black, white, blue, yellow, and green anti-vibration pads so you can color-match the all-black fan to your build.

How long should this fan last?

Noctua rates it above 150,000 hours MTTF. For warranty terms, check the current product listing.

Key Features

Premium quiet fan, 120x120x25mm, 12V, 4-pin PWM, max. 1500 RPM, max. 22.4 dB(A), >150,000 h MTTF
Award-winning NF-F12 design has received more than 100 recommendations from international hardware websites and magazines
Focused Flow frame for outstanding static pressure performance, ideal for use on heatsinks and radiators
4-pin PWM version for automatic speed control via 4-pin PWM fan headers, 1500rpm maximum speed
chromax.black.swap edition with all-black design and swappable red, black, white, blue, yellow and green anti-vibration pads for colour-customising

Full Specifications

Brand	Noctua
Model	NF-F12PWMchromaxblackswap
Voltage	12 Volts
Dimensions	120x120x25mm
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Noise Level	22.4 Decibels
Part Number	NF-F12 PWM CH.BK.S
Cooling Method	Air
Number of Items	1
Vibration/Rumble	Yes
Air Flow Capacity	93.4 Cubic Meters Per Hour
Compatible Devices	Desktop
Included Components	Item
Power Connector Type	4-Pin
Warranty Description	6 year manufacturer’s warranty
Maximum Rotational Speed	1500 RPM
Item Dimensions L x W x H	4.72"L x 4.72"W x 0.98"H
Global Trade Identification Number	09010018100402

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