Best Radiator Fans For Liquid Cooling – Buyer’s Guide and Reviews

Available in 120mm and 140mm versions, Noctua NF fans are leading radiator fans. These are 4-Pin fans that can operate at a maximum RPM of 1500 while producing noise of only 22 dBA. They are not only super quiet but also lead the charts in performance. These fans run on SSO2 bearings which are the second generation of the old SSO version.

These fans come integrated with Anti-Vibration silicon pads which can suppress the noise that is emitted while fan is in operation. Also featured as #1 on our list of quietest case fans, Noctua NF-F is way ahead of the competition. Another thing to mention is the customizability; Ancient Noctua fans used to be only available in one color which didn’t go with most modern PC builds. The updated NF-F series comes in a little more acceptable color scheme (Black-Brown). We recommend these fans for almost any kind of build; Talking about radiators, These are an excellent choice.

Be quiet is quite a known brands. They manufacture several computer parts and accessories. Our main focus for today is going to be their Silent Wings 3. As the name suggests, Most of Be Quiet’s products are designed to be produce least possible noise. Silent Wings 3 may not be close to beating Noctua, but they are a great option when the price tag is taken into consideration

These fans run at an impressive 1600 RPM, with an airflow of 77.57 CFM and decent static pressure. Even at it’s highest RPM, It produced minimal noise. If you are looking for something that fits in your budget, These fans are the way to go. Taking everything into consideration, Silent wings 3 claim the #2 spot on this list.

Corsair is one of the well-known brands among gamers and PC enthusiasts; They manufacture a wide variety of products. The Corsair ML120 and ML140 are two such Cooling solutions we will be taking a closer look to check out their pros and cons. The ML-Series uses magnetic-levitation bearings to minimize friction and noise produced. Though these fans can be mounted on to air coolers, we will be looking at them as a solution for radiators and liquid cooling.

The 140mm and the 120mm both run at 400-1200rpm. The static pressure of 1.27mm-H20. Low noise at low to mid rpm but is louder at higher rpm. Corsair ML Pro uses magnetic levitation technology, This kind of bearings are rarely used in case fans. Cable length for both fan and RBG LEDs are at 600mm. To Conclude the Fans provide a good cooling solution for your case although it’s a bit on the expensive side but they can add to visual and aesthetics.

*Note that you need to buy the kit (fan+lighting controller) to be able to customize the lighting.

Moving on, We have yet another fan from Corsair. The SP series, Static pressure series is a variation of the Airflow Series. These fans are optimized to provide optimal static pressure. Available in 2 variants, Quiet and performance edition, These fans are a great option for your next build. There is no visual differentiation in both versions but quiet edition it locked at a lower RPM which limits the amount of noise it makes.

SP series fans feature PWM controls for increased fan speed control. The fan blades are optimized to provide high static pressure while reducing the noise emission. Aesthetically, These fans are quite fascinating and come with the option to customize its visuals; This is an excellent addition to a performance-oriented fan. Unlike Noctua anti-vibration corners, Corsair uses rubberized edges for damping the sound. Available in single and twin packs, These fans are a great choice for liquid cooling, They not only perform phenomenally but also look great.