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Fractal Design North vs Lian Li O11 DYNAMIC EVO RGB

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

all judged against PC cases at a similar price

The Fractal Design North and Lian Li O11 DYNAMIC EVO RGB both score 6.2/10 overall.

The Fractal Design North leads on airflow and cooling and value.

The Lian Li O11 DYNAMIC EVO RGB leads on space and compatibility and noise.

They score the same on build and ease of building.

The biggest difference is space and compatibility, where the Lian Li O11 DYNAMIC EVO RGB scores 9/10 to the Fractal Design North's 6/10.

Fractal Design North

Fractal Design North

6.2/10verdict: good, not the best

The Fractal Design North is an ATX mid-tower for builders who want a mesh-fronted case with good build quality. It suits people planning a front-mounted radiator, as long as they accept the GPU length limit that comes with it. It is a weaker fit for anyone who wants a quiet build without adjusting fan settings.

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Lian Li O11 DYNAMIC EVO RGB

Lian Li O11 DYNAMIC EVO RGB

6.2/10verdict: good, not the best

The Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo RGB is for builders who want a showcase PC with room for large radiators and long graphics cards. It suits people who plan custom or all-in-one liquid cooling and are happy to buy their own fans. It is a poorer fit for anyone who wants a case that arrives ready to cool a build.

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightFractal Design NorthLian Li O11 DYNAMIC EVO RGB
Airflow and cooling30%7/105/10
Build and ease of building20%7/107/10
Space and compatibility20%6/109/10
Noise15%4/105/10
Value15%6/105/10
Overall6.2/106.2/10

Specifications

SpecFractal Design NorthLian Li O11 DYNAMIC EVO RGB
Case type (mid tower, Micro-ATX, small form factor…)ATX mid-towerTower Chassis (ATX/Micro-ATX mid-tower)
Motherboard sizes supported (E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX)ATX, Micro ATX, Mini ITXE-ATX (under 280mm width), ATX, Micro-ATX and Mini-ITX
Maximum graphics card length (mm)355 mm (300 mm with a 360 mm front radiator fitted)455.7mm maximum
Maximum CPU cooler height (mm)145 mm167mm maximum
Power supply type supported (ATX or SFX) and maximum PSU length (mm)ATX only, maximum PSU length 255 mmATX only, under 220mm
Radiator support (e.g. 360mm top, 280mm front)Top 120 and 240 mm; front 120, 140, 240, 280 and 360 mm; rear 120 mm; side 2x 120/140 mmTop: 420mm or 360mm (max 103.8mm thick, also 240mm); side: 360/280/240mm (max 113.7mm); bottom: 360/280/240mm (max 92.3mm)
Fans included and fan mountsTwo Aspect 14 PWM fans included (front); mounts: front 3x 120 mm or 2x 140 mm, top 2x 120/140 mm, rear 1x 120 mm, side 0None included; mounts: top 120mm x3 or 140mm x3, side 120mm x3 or 140mm x3, bottom 120mm x3 or 140mm x3, rear 120mm x1
Drive bays (3.5 and 2.5 inch)Two combined 3.5"/2.5" bays and two dedicated 2.5" bays; seven expansion slotsRear side: 4x 2.5 / 2x 3.5 inch; mainboard tray: 2x 2.5 inch; HDD cages: 2x 2.5 / 3.5 inch

Strengths and weaknesses

Fractal Design North

  • + Owners praise looks and solid build quality
  • + Front radiator support up to 360 mm
  • + Two Aspect 14 PWM fans included
  • − Reviewers measured 53 to 54 dB; owners complain of noise
  • − GPU clearance falls to 300 mm with a 360 mm front radiator
  • − No rear fan included

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want a quiet build without adjusting fan curves
  • Anyone pairing a long GPU with a 360 mm front radiator
  • Builders who need CPU cooler clearance above 145 mm
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Lian Li O11 DYNAMIC EVO RGB

  • + Fits 420mm and 360mm radiators at the same time
  • + Accepts graphics cards up to 455.7mm long
  • + Owners describe building in it as smooth
  • − No fans included
  • − Glass front as standard; mesh kit sold separately
  • − Power supply limited to ATX units under 220mm

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want fans included from the start
  • Anyone with a power supply of 220mm or longer
  • Builders who want a mesh front without buying a separate kit
Read the full Lian Li O11 DYNAMIC EVO RGB review ›

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