The 5 best RGB cooling fans for PC in 2023

Performance and efficiency are the two most important factors when it comes to PC cooling fans. However, adding a little personal style doesn't hurt either. Of course, RGB cooling fans shouldn't sacrifice performance for looks, because those flashy colors won't mean anything if your PC runs too hot. Today's article will gather the best RGB cooling fans that not only bring powerful lighting effects to your system but also work as well as expected.

Corsair LL120

It's not often you find a great set of RGB cooling fans that have very few weak spots. The Corsair LL120 is extremely efficient, combining great performance with style.

Speaking of aesthetics, the Corsair LL120 uses ARGB, allowing you to change the color of all 16 individual LEDs. However, the Corsair LL120 goes a step further and includes Corsair's Lighting Node Pro. Together with the simple iCUE software, you'll be able to create dynamic RGB lighting in just a few clicks without using precious headers on your motherboard.

Of course, Corsair LL120 doesn't just focus on looks. With one fan in the back and one in the front, the LL120 still does a good job of moving air through the case, especially when spinning them up to 2200 rpm. More importantly, you'll hear virtually no noise at normal loads.

Antec 120mm RGB Fan

When you have a tight budget, you tend to cut costs, but this is quite difficult to do with fan cases. Luckily, the Antec Prizm 120mm ARGB radiator fan is not only reasonably priced but also looks great. You can rest assured knowing your PC is both beautiful and cool.

To start, the Antec Prizm 120mm ARGB radiator fan includes 18 LEDs on each fan case. You get access to millions of colors, but the best part is the ability to sync RGB lighting with top motherboard brands like ASUS, MSI, and Gigabyte.

Color isn't the only aspect you can adjust. The Antec Prizm 120mm ARGB radiator fan is also equipped with a controller that can be used to adjust the fan speed between 500 and 2000 rpm. With additional bearings, they are fast, quiet and surprisingly durable.

Asus TUF Gaming TF120

ASUS TUF Gaming TF120 ARGB cooling fan is a great choice for those who prefer impressive design for a high-performance case fan in important locations. You even benefit from a dual-layer LED array that produces richer RGB colors.

With a maximum speed of 1900 rpm, the ASUS TUF Gaming TF120 ARGB cooling fan operates quite fast and has a high airflow index. With its high performance, the TF120 can not only be used to pass cool air through your build, but is also powerful enough to help cool the AIO heatsink. It helps you avoid having to use many different types of cooling fans!

Another advantage of the ASUS TUF Gaming TF120 ARGB cooling fan is its durability. ASUS has added advanced fluid dynamic bearings to improve product longevity as well as anti-vibration pads to further reduce sound.

Cooler Master MasterFan MF120R

If your PC is liquid cooled, you can't use any old case fan for cooling, even if it's fast. It's not really the speed that matters - it's the static pressure. To ensure your AIO stays cool, the Cooler Master MasterFan MF120R will be a great companion.

The combination of higher static pressure and precise airflow is what you need to push or pull any heat diffused from the radiator. And if you decide you want to equip your case with one, you can still push the fan to 2000 rpm.

Another handy feature of the Cooler Master MasterFan MF120R is that it plays well with various RGB software, such as ASUS Aura, ASRock RGB, Gigabyte RGB Fusion, and MSI RGB.

Thermaltake Pure 12

If you're pushing your device to its limits, you'll quickly notice how loud the cooling fan noise can be. If you are someone who cannot stand noise, the Thermaltake Pure 12 ARGB cooling fan will be suitable for you.

Thermaltake Pure 12 ARGB radiator fan has a maximum RPM of 1500 and an airflow rating of 56.45 CFM. All things considered, that's quite respectable, and once you start testing it on your PC, you'll notice how quiet it is.

What's equally impressive is just the number of options that the Thermaltake Pure 12 ARGB cooler offers. You can choose 140mm or 200mm if you need additional airflow performance for the radiator, while still maintaining its quiet operation.

Micah Soto

Update 11 December 2023