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Black 120mm ARGB case fan with seven swept blades and daisy-chain cable

Fractal Design

Fractal Design Dynamic 3 120mm ARGB Case Fan FD-F-DR3-1201

SKU CH-PC4H-QVPYP MPN FD-F-DR3-1201

120 mm case fan with ARGB Gen 2 lighting, 350–2200 RPM PWM control, 63.9 CFM airflow and 31.9 dBA noise

  • Fan size120 mm
  • Fan controlNo Controller
  • Fan depth25 mm
  • Bearing designRifle
  • Rotational speed350-2,200 RPM
  • Airflow rateVariable
  • Quiet cooling at 31.9 dBA under load
  • 9 CFM airflow from 7 swept blades
  • 82 mmAq static pressure for dense radiators
  • 90000-hour Rifle bearing rated for longevity
  • Daisy-chain ARGB Gen 2 cables cut clutter

120mm ARGB PWM Case Fan

The Fractal Design Dynamic 3 FD-F-DR3-1201 is a 120mm case fan built for standard mounting points. It uses a 4-pin PWM connector for automatic speed control between 350 and 2200 RPM. The black frame houses eight ARGB Gen 2 LEDs for addressable lighting effects. A rifle bearing rated for 90000 hours MTTF supports long-term operation.

Builders wanting adjustable airflow and lighting

This fan suits builders who need variable cooling performance with software-controllable ARGB illumination. The daisy-chain cable design reduces wiring clutter when installing multiple units. Buyers who require a bundled fan controller or hub should look elsewhere, as none is included in the package.

63.9 CFM airflow at 31.9 dBA

The swept 7-blade design delivers a maximum airflow of 63.9 CFM with a static pressure of 2.82 mmAq. At full speed the noise level reaches 31.9 dBA, dropping lower at reduced RPM. This balance of airflow and acoustics determines whether the fan meets a specific cooling target.

How it compares

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Price $10.99
Cheaper than about 90% of the 8,339 comparable items (median $19.99).
Fan size 120 mm
Typical for this category: the median of 1,114 items is 120 mm.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameFractal Design
Product lineDynamic
Model nameFD-F-DR3-1201
Product typeCase Fan
Product colorBlack / ARGB
Performance
Rotational speed350-2,200 RPM
Airflow rateVariable
Air pressure rating2.82 mmAq
Power
Power input connector4-pin PWM
Size & build
Fan size120 mm
Fan depth25 mm
Bearing designRifle
Product dimensions120 × 120 × 25 mm
Shipping weight0.18 kg
Package size140 × 114 × 25 mm
Compatibility
Compatible withCase
Environment & compliance
Operating noise31.9 dBA
More details
Fan controlNo Controller
LED lightingARGB Gen 2
Team affiliationNO

Questions about this item

What does 63.9 CFM mean for actual cooling inside my case?

At maximum speed the fan moves 63.9 CFM of air, which is enough to keep a mid-tower CPU or GPU cool under load while still running at 31.9 dB(A).

How does the 4-pin PWM connector limit speed control?

The 4-pin PWM header lets the motherboard vary the fan between 350 and 2200 RPM, so you get precise curve control instead of fixed voltage steps.

Will the 120 x 120 x 25 mm frame fit my radiator or case slot?

The 120 mm square by 25 mm thick frame matches the standard mounting holes on any 120 mm radiator, top, front or rear case position.

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