Best 180mm Fans for PC Case Cooling [Standard and RGB]

The most common fan sizes used in PC Cases are 120mm and 140mm. 200mm is the biggest fan size that some PC Cases support, especially at the front intake. Nowadays, some new PC Cases support non-standard fan sizes, including 160mm and 180mm. While PC Cases with 160mm fan support are extremely rare, those with 180mm fan support are increasing steadily. Even though there are some excellent PC Cases with 180mm support, the number and variety of 180mm fans available in the market are very low because 180mm case fans are still a niche category. Currently, only select manufacturers make 180mm fans, and here I will list the best 180mm case fans you can get for your PC.

Compatibility with 200mm Fan Mount Points

Some 180mm Fans have both 180mm and 200mm mounting holes and can fit in PC Cases that support 200mm Case fans.

PC Cases that support 180mm Fans

Below is a list of PC Cases that support 180mm fans.

• Fractal Design Torrent Mid-Tower Case
• Fractal North XL Mid-Tower Case
• Fractal Design Mood Tower PC Case
• HAVN BF 360 Mid-Tower Case
• HAVN BF 360 Flow Mid-Tower Case
• SilverStone FT02 Mid-Tower Case
• SilverStone Raven series RV05 Mid-Tower Case
• COUGAR Airface 180 Mid-Tower Case
• COUGAR Airface ECO RGB Mid-Tower Case
• COUGAR Airface Flo RGB Mid-Tower Case

Best 180mm Case Fans for PC

Below are some of the best 180mm fans you can buy for your PC Case.

HAVN H18 Performance Fan

[Excellent Airflow, Strong Build, Quieter, in-built Cable Management]

HAVN H18 Performance Fan is unarguably the best 180mm fan you can get for your PC Case that supports 180mm fans. HAVN is a new brand within the Pro Gamers Group (PGG), which owns popular retailers like Overclockers UK (UK), Caseking (Germany), Jimm’s (Finland), Globaldata (Portugal), PC Case Gear (Australia), and brands like Ducky, Noblechairs, APNX, GAMIAC, Kolink, Endgame Gear, Streamplify, ThunderX3, Aerocool, 8Pack, and Nitro Concepts. HAVN offers premium PC Cases and high-quality/performance Case Fans. Here we have HAVN H18 Performance Fan, a high-quality 180mm fan that delivers excellent performance and has great build quality. The fan is quite thick at 40mm and uses PBT + 30% Glass Fiber for frame and blade construction. The fan has a speed range of 0 to 1300 RPM and uses a Triple Groove Fluid Dynamic Bearing for a longer lifespan and quieter operation. The fan features Harmonized Flow Hub for increased airflow efficiency and Harmonized Blade Edges, whale-fin-inspired edges that stabilize airflow and reduce turbulence.

The fan moves a lot of air, generating 164.63 CFM of airflow. The fan’s static pressure is also pretty good at 2.19 mmH2O. The fan is on the quieter side, especially at low to moderate speeds, and vibration-damping pads are provided at all corners to reduce vibration. The fan uses a 4-pin PWM connector and features an in-built cable management Loopin System that lets you wrap the flat cable around the fan frame. The fan is much better than Fractal Design 180mm fans, which don’t last long and are prone to bearing failure. The fan’s availability can be an issue, so if you can’t find it in your region, you can choose one of the options below.

HAVN H18 Performance Fan Specifications
Fan Size	180mm
Thickness	40mm
Bearing	Fluid Dynamic Bearing
Speed	0 – 1300 RPM
Airflow	164.63 CFM
Static Pressure	2.19 mmH2O
Noise Level	35 dBA
Connector	4-pin PWM
LED Lighting	None
Features	Cable Management (Loopin System), Harmonized Blade Edges, Harmonized Flow Hub

Buy HAVN H18 Performance Fan

Silverstone 180mm Fans

Currently, SilverStone offers the maximum number of 180mm fans that include SilverStone AP181, SilverStone AP183, SilverStone Air Penetrator 184i PRO, and SilverStone Air Penetrator 184i ARGB.

SilverStone AP181 is the first generation 180mm fan that comes with Sleeve bearing and 3-pin connector. The fan speed is 600 – 1200 RPM, generating airflow of 100.27 CFM and static pressure of 2.18mm H2O. It is a quieter fan with a maximum noise level of 30 dBA. The fan has an integrated air channeling grille that doubles as a fan guard.

SilverStone AP183 is the third generation 180mm fan that comes with Dual ball bearing and 4-pin PWM connector. The fan speed is 400 – 1500 RPM, generating airflow of 140.13 CFM and static pressure of 3.17 mmH2O. The fan is moderately quiet, with a maximum noise level of 37 dBA. The fan features an Air Penetrator grille that also acts as a fan guard for protection.

SilverStone Air Penetrator 184i PRO is the fourth generation 180mm fan and the latest one in the 180mm fan series. It comes with Dual ball bearing and a 4-pin PWM connector. The fan speed is 0–1200 RPM, generating airflow of 143.21 CFM and static pressure of 2.22 mmH2O. The fan features a Distinctive “Shark Force” fan blade design and an integrated air channeling grille that doubles as a fan guard for extra protection. The fan comes with vibration-dampening pads at four corners and is compatible with both 180mm and 200mm mounting holes.

SilverStone Air Penetrator 184i ARGB is technically SilverStone Air Penetrator 184i PRO, but with the addition of ARGB LEDs. It comes with a 4-1 pin ARGB (5V LED) connector for RGB lighting.

All the above-mentioned SilverStone 180mm fans are 32mm thick and come with a fan grille. The quietest of them is the SilverStone AP181, but it lacks a 4-pin PWM connector. The SilverStone AP183 has the highest static pressure and the highest airflow. It also comes with dual ball bearings and a 4-pin PWM connector. SilveStone Air Penetrator 184i PRO has the highest airflow, uses Dual ball bearing and supports both 180mm and 200mm fan mount points. However, the SilverStone Air Penetrator 184i PRO has been reported to suffer from a loud PWM motor ticking noise.

Silverstone AP181 vs AP183 vs AP184i 180mm Fans Comparison

	SilverStone AP181	SilverStone AP183	SilverStone Air Penetrator 184i PRO	SilverStone Air Penetrator 184i ARGB
Model No.	SST-AP181	SST-AP183	SST-AP184i-PRO	SST-AP184i-ARGB
Fan Size	180mm	180mm	180mm	180mm
Thickness	32mm	32mm	32mm	32mm
Bearing	Sleeve Bearing	Dual Ball Bearing	Dual Ball Bearing	Dual Ball Bearing
Speed	600 – 1200 RPM	400 – 1500 RPM	0 – 1200 RPM	0 – 1200 RPM
Airflow	100.27 CFM	140.13 CFM	143.21 CFM	143.21 CFM
Static Pressure	2.18 mmH2O	3.17 mmH2O	2.22 mmH2O	2.22 mmH2O
Noise Level	30 dBA	37 dBA	34.5 dBA	34.5 dBA
Connector	3-pin	4-pin PWM	4-pin PWM	4-pin PWM
LED Lighting	None	None	None	ARGB
Features	3-pin fan switch included, Integrated air channeling grille doubles as fan guard, Wide fan blades for reducing air resistance	Integrated Air Penetrator grille, Wide fan blade design for high air pressure	Integrated air channeling grille doubles as a fan guard for extra protection. Distinctive “Shark Force” fan blade design for lower noise and higher performance, Dual mounting holes for 180mm and 200mm fan applications	Distinctive “Shark Force” fan blade design, Compatible with 180mm and 200mm fan mounts
Buying Link	Buy SilverStone AP181	Buy SilverStone AP183	Buy SilverStone Air Penetrator 184i PRO	Buy SilverStone Air Penetrator 184i ARGB

Other 180mm Case Fans

Here are some other 180mm Case fans that you can check out.

• Airen FAN RedWings 180
• Airen FAN RedWingsExtreme180
• PANGBOER 180mm fan

What 180mm PC Case Fan to Buy?

The best 180mm fan is the HAVN H18 Performance Fan, but it can have availability issues. Also, the fan is thicker at 40mm and may not fit some PC Cases. The next-best 180mm fan is the SilverStone AP183, which is thinner at 32mm and features dual ball bearings. The fan delivers good performance and is relatively quiet. If you can’t find the SilverStone AP183, then you can go with the SilverStone Air Penetrator 184i PRO. If you are looking for an ARGB 180mm fan, consider the SilverStone Air Penetrator 184i ARGB.

What 180mm PC Case Fans to Avoid?

It is better to avoid 180mm fans with sleeve bearings, as sleeve bearings have a high chance of failure, especially in larger fans. You should avoid Fractal Design 180mm fans, including the Fractal Design Dynamic X2 GP-18 PWM Fan and the Fractal Design Prisma AL-18 PWM Fan, because these fans suffer from low-quality or poorer bearings and have a high failure rate in a short time.

See also:

• Best Slim 120mm Fans for PC Case and Heatsinks
• Best Slim 140mm Fans for PC Case and Heatsinks
• Best Reverse Blade PC Case Fans [120mm and 140mm]

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