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Fractal Design Meshify 3 (Black Solid) vs Jonsbo D31 MESH Black

Researched, not hands-on tested.How we review ›

all judged against PC cases at a similar price

The Fractal Design Meshify 3 (Black Solid) scores 7.2/10 overall, ahead of the Jonsbo D31 MESH Black at 6.4/10.

The Fractal Design Meshify 3 (Black Solid) leads on airflow and cooling, build and ease of building, noise and value.

The Jonsbo D31 MESH Black leads on space and compatibility.

Fractal Design Meshify 3 (Black Solid)

Fractal Design Meshify 3 (Black Solid)

7.2/10verdict: good, not the best

The Meshify 3 Black Solid is for builders who want a mesh-fronted ATX mid-tower with strong airflow and a plain steel-sided look. It suits air-cooled and radiator-cooled builds where cooling matters more than a glass window. It's best for people whose graphics card fits within 349 mm.

Typically about £124.90 in the UK when we researched itSearch Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Jonsbo D31 MESH Black

Jonsbo D31 MESH Black

6.4/10verdict: good, not the best

The Jonsbo D31 MESH Black suits builders putting an ITX, DTX or M-ATX board in a case that takes a large graphics card. It also suits anyone planning a 240, 280 or 360 mm radiator. Buyers must supply their own fans, so it works best for people happy to choose and fit them.

Typically about £59.99 in the UK when we researched itSearch Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightFractal Design Meshify 3 (Black Solid)Jonsbo D31 MESH Black
Airflow and cooling30%8/107/10
Build and ease of building20%8/106/10
Space and compatibility20%6/108/10
Noise15%6/105/10
Value15%7/105/10
Overall7.2/106.4/10

Specifications

SpecFractal Design Meshify 3 (Black Solid)Jonsbo D31 MESH Black
Case type (mid tower, Micro-ATX, small form factor…)ATX mid-towernot listed
Motherboard sizes supported (E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX)E-ATX, ATX, Micro ATX, Mini ITXITX / DTX / M-ATX
Maximum graphics card length (mm)349 mm330–400 mm
Maximum CPU cooler height (mm)173 mm168 mm
Power supply type supported (ATX or SFX) and maximum PSU length (mm)ATX only, maximum PSU length 180 mmATX; maximum PSU length 100–220 mm; four mounting positions
Radiator support (e.g. 360mm top, 280mm front)Front 280/360 mm; top 240/280 mm; rear 120 mmTop 240/280/360 mm; rear 120 mm; bottom 240/360 mm
Fans included and fan mountsThree Momentum 14 included at front; front 3x 120/140 mm, top 2x 120/140 mm, rear 1x 120 mmNone included; mounts: top 120 mm x3 or 140 mm x2; rear 120 mm x1; bottom 120 mm x3 or 140 mm x2; front 120 mm x1
Drive bays (3.5 and 2.5 inch)not listed3.5-inch x1; 2.5-inch x2

Strengths and weaknesses

Fractal Design Meshify 3 (Black Solid)

  • + Mesh front with GPU air guide and three fans fitted
  • + Tool-less panels and captive thumbscrews ease building
  • + Front, top and rear radiator mounts with brackets included
  • − 349 mm GPU length limit draws owner complaints
  • − Front radiator makes power cable routing harder
  • − PSU bay is ATX only, maximum 180 mm long

Skip it if:

  • Buyers with a graphics card longer than 349 mm
  • Anyone who wants a glass side panel to show off parts
  • Builders using a non-ATX power supply or one longer than 180 mm
Read the full Fractal Design Meshify 3 (Black Solid) review ›

Jonsbo D31 MESH Black

  • + Takes 330–400 mm GPUs, depending on PSU placement
  • + Radiator support up to 360 mm at top and bottom
  • + Owners praise easy builds and good temperatures
  • − No fans included
  • − Owners complain about cable routing
  • − No front dust filter for the front fan mount

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want fans included in the box
  • Anyone building with a full ATX motherboard
  • Builders who need lots of drive bays for bulk storage
Read the full Jonsbo D31 MESH Black review ›

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