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Fractal Design North vs Lian Li Lancool 217: Comparison
Fractal Design North and Lian Li Lancool 217 separate most on included fans: Fractal Design North at 2 (140mm), Lian Li Lancool 217 at 3, 33% in favour of Lian Li Lancool 217. GPU Clearance splits them by another 8%, again favouring Lian Li Lancool 217.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Fractal Design | Lian Li |
| Motherboard Support | ATX | E-ATX (up to 280mm wide), ATX, mATX, ITX |
| Case Type | Mid-Tower | Mid-Tower |
| Model | North | Lancool 217 |
| Panel Type | FSC-certified walnut wood front with mesh backing; mesh side panel option | Full mesh front and top, tempered glass side |
| GPU Clearance | 355-8% | 384 |
| Typical Price | 149 | 110 |
| Included Fans | 2 (140mm)-33% | 3 |
| Radiator Support | 360mm | Front up to 360mm, top up to 280mm |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Fractal Design North | Lian Li Lancool 217 |
|---|---|---|
| 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
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.
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.