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ASUS Prime AP201 vs Fractal Design Pop Air: Comparison
ASUS Prime AP201 and Fractal Design Pop Air separate most on included fans: ASUS Prime AP201 at 1, Fractal Design Pop Air at 2, 50% in favour of Fractal Design Pop Air.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS | Fractal Design |
| Motherboard Support | Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX | ATX, mATX, ITX |
| Case Type | Micro-ATX Tower | Mid-Tower |
| Model | Prime AP201 | Pop Air |
| Panel Type | Mesh quasi-filter side panels (tool-free), mesh front | Mesh front, tempered glass side |
| GPU Clearance | 338 mm-6% | 360 |
| Typical Price | 70 | 95 |
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 170 mm | 170 |
| Included Fans | 1-50% | 2 |
| Front USB-C | Yes | true |
| Dimensions | 460 x 205 x 350mm (D x W x H) | 464 x 210 x 475mm |
Price comparison
| Retailer | ASUS Prime AP201 | Fractal Design Pop Air |
|---|---|---|
| Fractal Design | View on Fractal Design | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
ASUS Prime AP201
8.5 / 10 Expert Rating
360mm radiator support and full-length GPU clearance in a 33-liter budget case.
Fractal Design Pop Air
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A dependable budget airflow case, just don't expect the design flourishes of Fractal's pricier lines.




