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Thermalright TL-C12C-S X5 CPU Air Fan, 120mm Silent Computer Case Cooler Fan, with S-FDB Bearing, up to 1550RPM Speed PC Cooling,5-Packs
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Thermalright TL-C12C-S X5 CPU Air Fan (5-Packs)

Bottom line: The Thermalright TL-C12C-S X5 CPU Air Fan is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the cooling & fans category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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  • ✓ Backed by Thermalright's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

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SpecPicks scored Thermalright TL-C12C-S X5 CPU Air Fan using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the cooling & fans category. Thermalright'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.

Common buyer scenarios for cooling & fans of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • [High Performance Cooling Fan] Automatic speed control of the motherboard through the 4PIN PWM fan cable interface, which can determine the speed according to the temperature of the motherboard, with a maximum speed of 1550RPM. Configured with up to 55cm of cable for PWM series control of fans, ideal for cases and CPU coolers.
  • [Silent Fan Size] Model: TL-C12C-S X5, Size: 120*120*25mm, Speed: 1550RPM±10%, Noise ≤ 25.6dBA, Connector: 4pin pwm, Lighting Interface:5V 3pin ARGB; Current: 0.20A, Air Pressure: 1.53mm H2O, Air Flow: 66.17CFM, Higher air flow for improved cooling performance.
  • [Excellent LED Light] The high-brightness LED atomizing argb fan blade can effectively reflect the light, making the ARGB lighting effect softer, and it matches the cooler and case more perfectly. Up to 17 modes of light effects with ARGB support, color can be managed and synchronized through the port on motherboard.
  • [Intelligent Temperature Control Function] The cooling fan has a PWM temperature control function. After connecting the 4-pin power supply connector to the motherboard, there is no need to manually adjust the speed, the fan will automatically set a variable speed according to the temperature, and if you want a fixed speed, you can adjust the fan to DC mode.
  • [Perfect Match] The PC fan can be used not only as a case fan, but is also suitable for use with a cpu cooler to create a cooling effect together, which can take away the dry heat from the case and the high temperature generated by the CPU in operation, allowing for maximum cooling; Ideal for cases, radiators and CPU coolers.

Full Specifications

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