One Big Fan, or Two Smaller Fans.

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Werzbowski

Werzbowski

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Bitfenix Prodigy... should I use 1x230mm intake fan, or 2x120mm intake Fans?

The issue is not price, the issue is which setup would provide better cooling/airflow/pressure with a 1x140mm rear exhaust, and 1 or 2x120mm top exhaust.

Thanks for your time.
 
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John Vigil

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if it was me i would go for the 2 small fans first off there faster and more ways for air to get out.Also the big fan looks kinda stupid. So if i was you i would go with 2 small fans.
 
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CPU Fan

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Look at the CFM of the fans you are comparing. two 120mm fans that flow 40 CFM will likely move more air than a single 230mm that may only move 60. Also, smaller fans tend to be noisier. I don't personally have this one, but reviews are great and I plan to get it when one of my 120mm fans fail...

70CFM btw...
Cougar Vortex PWM 120 Cooling CF-V12HPB
http://www.amazon.com/Cougar-Vortex-Cooling-CF-V12HPB-Black/dp/B008N323U6/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1406751093&sr=1-1-fkmr0&keywords=Cougar+Vortex+PWM+120+Cooling+CF-V12HP
 
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I would absolutely recommend the Corsair SP120 Quiet Edition fans. I have my case loaded out with these and they have been absolutely fantastic. They are quiet, have great static pressure, and move quite a bit of air all the while looking great while doing so. Also, if you have two fans over one, if one fan happens to fail then you will have the other to pick up the slack or at least keep air moving while you wait to get another. If you only have one, then you are out of luck until you get a replacement.

http://pcpartpicker.com/part/corsair-case-fan-co9050008ww

I have the PWM versions.
 
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