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Fractal Design Terra vs Jonsbo D31 MESH Black

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

all judged against PC cases at a similar price

The Jonsbo D31 MESH Black scores 6.4/10 overall, ahead of the Fractal Design Terra at 5.6/10.

The Fractal Design Terra leads on build and ease of building.

The Jonsbo D31 MESH Black leads on airflow and cooling and space and compatibility.

They score the same on noise and value.

Fractal Design Terra

Fractal Design Terra

5.6/10verdict: good, not the best

The Fractal Design Terra is for builders who want a compact, well-finished Mini-ITX system and are happy to choose their own cooling. It suits people planning a full-size graphics card in a 10.4-litre case with an SFX or SFX-L power supply. It is a poorer fit for anyone who wants a big radiator, lots of storage or a roomy, forgiving build.

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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.

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightFractal Design TerraJonsbo D31 MESH Black
Airflow and cooling30%5/107/10
Build and ease of building20%7/106/10
Space and compatibility20%6/108/10
Noise15%5/105/10
Value15%5/105/10
Overall5.6/106.4/10

Specifications

SpecFractal Design TerraJonsbo D31 MESH Black
Case type (mid tower, Micro-ATX, small form factor…)Small form factor case, 10.4 L (343 x 153 x 218 mm)not listed
Motherboard sizes supported (E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX)Mini-ITXITX / DTX / M-ATX
Maximum graphics card length (mm)322 mm maximum (drops to 200 mm if a 120 mm radiator is installed)330–400 mm
Maximum CPU cooler height (mm)77 mm maximum with spine set for CPU clearance; 48 mm when configured for maximum GPU length168 mm
Power supply type supported (ATX or SFX) and maximum PSU length (mm)SFX and SFX-L, maximum length 130 mmATX; maximum PSU length 100–220 mm; four mounting positions
Radiator support (e.g. 360mm top, 280mm front)One 120 mm side radiator slotTop 240/280/360 mm; rear 120 mm; bottom 240/360 mm
Fans included and fan mountsNone included; one 120 mm bottom fan mountNone 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)Two 2.5-inch mounts included; no 3.5-inch or 5.25-inch bays3.5-inch x1; 2.5-inch x2

Strengths and weaknesses

Fractal Design Terra

  • + Premium anodised aluminium build, with a solid walnut front option
  • + Room for graphics cards up to 322 mm
  • + Owners describe the build as easy
  • − No fans or dust filters included
  • − Weak AIO support and tight clearance for CPU cooling
  • − Two 2.5-inch mounts and no 3.5-inch bays

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want a 240 mm or larger radiator for liquid cooling
  • Anyone needing 3.5-inch drive bays or lots of internal storage
  • Builders who want a cooler and fans included, or a roomy, forgiving case
Read the full Fractal Design Terra 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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