deciding between these case fans

[cmdrdredd]

I posted this in cases and cooling as well, but since this forum gets more attention I felt it necessary to post here too.

Sunon 80MM Super High Output 50.6CFM @ 3500RPM @ 40.6dBA
Panaflo 80MM Super High Output 47CFM @ 3400RPM @ 38dBA
ThermalTake Smart Fan 2 20.55CFM @ 1300RPM @ 17dBA or 75.7CFM @ 4800RPM @ 48dBA

 

[Barnaby W. Füi]

NMB low cfm fans @ low rpm @ low noise, at svc.com for like a couple bucks each.

 

[hjo3]

What are your requirements? Do you want something quiet or something powerful? If you just want the most cooling, the fan with the highest CFM is the obvious choice (generally; depends on placement, etc.).

 

[cmdrdredd]

Well, I wasn't clear...I want good cooling but with a good noise level too. Basically what is the best all around fan?

 

[hjo3]

Um... "good cooling" and "good noise level" are pretty subjective.

Is your system overheating right now? Is your CPU temp higher than 50 C? If not, why bother installing a case fan at all?

 

[cmdrdredd]

i'm replacing old slow moving fans in my case. my CPU is using a Thermaltake Smartfan 2 running 4800RPM and my other fans don't oush enough air for my case.

I can get Smart Fans for $8 each

basically I was wondering what fan is the best overall. In terms of giving proper airflow for how much noise it produces. Efficency I mean. 80CFM at 80dBA is crap, but 50CFM at 40dBA is pretty decent.

 

[tbates757]

Out of those three, I would choose the Panaflo

 

[RockyMaivia]

For best overall performance (sound + cooling), go with the Panaflo.

 

[cmdrdredd]

only problem with panaflo...every one I buy needs a tail for $1 each which brings them to $11 each

 

[dartworth]

Panaflo

Search around...they can be had for cheap

 

[cmdrdredd]

Originally posted by: jfano
Panaflo

Search around...they can be had for cheap

thanks but 24cfm is too low