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Fractal Design North vs Fractal Design Pop Air: Comparison
Fractal Design North and Fractal Design Pop Air separate most on gpu clearance: Fractal Design North at 355, Fractal Design Pop Air at 360, 1% in favour of Fractal Design Pop Air.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Fractal Design | Fractal Design |
| Motherboard Support | ATX | ATX, mATX, ITX |
| Case Type | Mid-Tower | Mid-Tower |
| Model | North | Pop Air |
| Panel Type | FSC-certified walnut wood front with mesh backing; mesh side panel option | Mesh front, tempered glass side |
| GPU Clearance | 355-1% | 360 |
| Typical Price | 149 | 95 |
| Included Fans | 2 (140mm) | 2 |
| Radiator Support | 360mm | Front up to 360mm, top up to 240mm |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Fractal Design North | 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
Fractal Design North
9 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely furniture-like ATX case that still cools and runs quietly, limited only by a 355mm GPU ceiling that flagship cards approach.
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.