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FormD T1 vs Lian Li Lancool 217: Comparison
FormD T1 and Lian Li Lancool 217 separate most on cpu cooler clearance: FormD T1 at 71, Lian Li Lancool 217 at 181, 61% in favour of Lian Li Lancool 217. GPU Clearance splits them by another 19%, again favouring Lian Li Lancool 217.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | FormD | Lian Li |
| Motherboard Support | Mini-ITX | E-ATX (up to 280mm wide), ATX, mATX, ITX |
| Case Type | SFF / Mini-ITX | Mid-Tower |
| Model | T1 | Lancool 217 |
| Panel Type | CNC-milled solid aluminum panels | Full mesh front and top, tempered glass side |
| GPU Clearance | 312-19% | 384 |
| Typical Price | 220 | 110 |
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 71-61% | 181 |
| Included Fans | 0 | 3 |
| Radiator Support | Side up to 240mm (panel swap required) | Front up to 360mm, top up to 280mm |
| Front USB-C | true | true |
| Dimensions | 210 x 105 x 320mm | 453 x 230 x 460mm |
Price comparison
| Retailer | FormD T1 | Lian Li Lancool 217 |
|---|---|---|
| FormD | View on FormD | |
| SFF Network | View on SFF Network | |
| Lian Li | View on Lian Li | |
| 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
FormD T1
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A cult favorite for a reason, just go in knowing you're buying a shell, not a complete kit.
Lian Li Lancool 217
8.5 / 10 Expert Rating
One of the best value airflow cases on the market right now: three fans included, mesh everywhere it counts, and no compromises for the price.