Which fan configuration will deliver better airflow?

chibamarco

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Hello everyone, I have an question.



I will get an Fractal Design Define Mini C for my first build, but I'm concerned about the airflow.



Here are my fan configuration ideas:



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1: 4x NZXT Aer P



Two of them will be used for front intake.

Two of them will be used for top exhaust.



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2: 2x Noctua NF-A14 industrialPPC-3000 PWM



Option 1:

One of them will be used for front intake.

One of them will be used for top exhaust.



Option 2:

Both will be used for front intake.

Stock front fan will be used for top exhaust.

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Which config has the best airflow?



Thanks in advance. :)
 
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I'd choose 1, with the NZXT AER fans. You're forgetting a critical element in your airflow, which is the rear exhaust. I'd ask you to keep all the fans the same, meaning 5 NZXT fans with the top and rear being in exhaust and the front 2 set up as intake.

Lutfij

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I'd choose 1, with the NZXT AER fans. You're forgetting a critical element in your airflow, which is the rear exhaust. I'd ask you to keep all the fans the same, meaning 5 NZXT fans with the top and rear being in exhaust and the front 2 set up as intake.
 
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