Normalized Noise Tests
For these tests, I set the fan to speeds with noise output at the following predefined levels: 20/25/30/35/40/45 dBA. I skip the corresponding tests if the fan under the test cannot reach some noise levels. The speeds shown in the graph below are measured with the fan in a clear space inside my hemi-anechoic chamber without any obstacles. I set these speeds on the Longwin machine, but they slightly change due to the variable conditions applied by the device.
All the following performance descriptions are based on the products included in the respective graphs.
20 dBA Noise Output
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- Low speed
- Low to mid airflow
- Low static pressure
- Low power consumption
25 dBA Noise Output
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- Low speed
- Low to mid airflow
- Low static pressure
- Low power consumption
30 dBA Noise Output
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- Low speed
- Low to mid airflow
- Low static pressure
- Low power consumption
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Has there been any changes with the way these fans are tested? I realised some of the previously tested fans are no longer being shown in the comparison chart, i.e. Lian Li TL140
I select a number of fans per review for the charts, not all that I have tested previously.
Hello. Do you have plans to review Fractal’s new Momentum range of fans?
I don’t have any contacts with this brand anymore.
Hey could you test new Thermalright TL-C12C-X28 fans. They claim to have insane price to performance fans while being slightly thicker at 28mm.
I will probably order them from Amazon (if I can find them)