Difference between Noctua NF-P14s redux vs NF-A14, both 1500 RPM PWM.

[terroralpha]

I researched this myself but all i found was marketing BS. like the inclusion of extension cables, rubber vibration gaskets, "low noise" cables (aka performance killers) with the newer A14 model. they also said they improved the bearings from SSO to SSO2 on the newer A14 models, by moving the rear magnet 1mm or so closer to the rotor axis for more stability, but I don't buy that. stability has never been an issue on premium fans from any brand.

the specs are almost identical in terms of Static Pressure, Noise, and Airflow. but the A14 model costs $11 more. I need to buy 6 fans so it will cost me $66 extra if i go with the A14 model.

it seems to me that that the only benefits for buying the newer/more expensive will be the inclusion of the accessories that i have no use for and the poop brown + vomit tan color scheme? am i wrong?

thanks

 

[datguy20]

I'd go with whichever one you like the color of more, as the performance on both are really good for 140mm fans. Saving money is never bad either.

"SSO2 is the further optimised second generation of SSO. Made possible by the use of metal bearing shells and new injection moulding techniques, the magnet is now placed closer to the rotor axis and thus exerts higher magnetic force to it. This results in even better stabilisation, precision and durability." Meh w/e

 

[D427IGI]

NF-P14s is identical to NF-P14 except for color scheme and accessories. NF-A14 is the updated version of NF-P14. Most online reviews show that NF-A14 are less noise at full speed (1500RPM) but not better performance (pressure and airflow).. For case fan, I would go with P14s for less cost.