2x140mm or 3x120mm fans for a define r6 setup

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Ez_YANELGO_XD
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07-02-2025, 05:20 AM

I now have a define r6 with space for 3x120 mm fans in the front instead of the standard 2x 140 mm fans. What would be best, would use the same fans just with the size difference and run them so they are silent? I can't stop thinking that 2x140mm vs 3x120 mm fans would be like having a 280mm and 360mm aio

Ez_YANELGO_XD

07-02-2025, 05:20 AM #1

LordHamlin
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07-02-2025, 02:16 PM

It relies on how much you can tolerate noise. The 140mm fans will run more quietly compared to the 120mm models, but the 120mm ones provide better airflow.

LordHamlin

07-02-2025, 02:16 PM #2

It relies on how much you can tolerate noise. The 140mm fans will run more quietly compared to the 120mm models, but the 120mm ones provide better airflow.

EeveeBoy64
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07-13-2025, 02:14 AM

I would choose 3x120 for improved airflow.
From a design perspective, I like each fan slot to include a fan.

EeveeBoy64

07-13-2025, 02:14 AM #3

I would choose 3x120 for improved airflow.
From a design perspective, I like each fan slot to include a fan.

badman394
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07-13-2025, 04:10 PM

It relies on how much you can tolerate noise. The 140mm fans will run more quietly compared to the 120mm models, but the 120mm ones provide better airflow.

badman394

07-13-2025, 04:10 PM #4

It relies on how much you can tolerate noise. The 140mm fans will run more quietly compared to the 120mm models, but the 120mm ones provide better airflow.