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Jonsbo D31 MESH Black vs MSI MAG PANO 100L PZ WHITE

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 MSI MAG PANO 100L PZ WHITE at 5.6/10.

The Jonsbo D31 MESH Black leads on airflow and cooling.

The MSI MAG PANO 100L PZ WHITE leads on build and ease of building and value.

They score the same on space and compatibility and noise.

The biggest difference is airflow and cooling, where the Jonsbo D31 MESH Black scores 7/10 to the MSI MAG PANO 100L PZ WHITE's 3/10.

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 itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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MSI MAG PANO 100L PZ WHITE

MSI MAG PANO 100L PZ WHITE

5.6/10verdict: good, not the best

The MSI MAG PANO 100L PZ WHITE is for builders who want a glass showcase mid tower and will buy their own fans. It suits people planning a back-connect motherboard build or a liquid-cooled system with large radiators. It is a poorer fit for anyone who wants a case that is ready to run with fans fitted.

Typically about £57.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightJonsbo D31 MESH BlackMSI MAG PANO 100L PZ WHITE
Airflow and cooling30%7/103/10
Build and ease of building20%6/107/10
Space and compatibility20%8/108/10
Noise15%5/105/10
Value15%5/106/10
Overall6.4/105.6/10

Specifications

SpecJonsbo D31 MESH BlackMSI MAG PANO 100L PZ WHITE
Case typenot listedMid Tower
Board sizesITX / DTX / M-ATXRegular: ATX / Micro-ATX / Mini-ITX; Back-connect: ATX / Micro-ATX
Max GPU length330–400 mm380 mm (US datasheet, Pangoly and reviewers); global datasheet gives 400 mm
Max cooler height168 mm166 mm
PSU supportATX; maximum PSU length 100–220 mm; four mounting positionsATX; maximum PSU length 200 mm; no PSU included
RadiatorsTop 240/280/360 mm; rear 120 mm; bottom 240/360 mmTop 120/240/360 mm; Side 120/240/360 mm; Bottom 120/240/360 mm; Rear 120 mm; Front NA
FansNone 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 x1None pre-installed; top 3 x 120 / 3 x 140 mm; rear 1 x 120 mm; side 3 x 120 / 2 x 140 mm; bottom 3 x 120 / 2 x 140 / 2 x 160 mm; front NA
Drive bays3.5-inch x1; 2.5-inch x23 x 2.5" and 2 x 2.5"/3.5" combo

Strengths and weaknesses

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 ›

MSI MAG PANO 100L PZ WHITE

  • + Three-sided 4 mm tempered glass with a 270-degree look
  • + Supports 360 mm radiators at top, side and bottom
  • + Back-connect board support with 90 mm routing space
  • − No fans pre-installed
  • − Front lists no fan or radiator support
  • − Only two 3.5-inch-capable drive bays

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want fans included from the start
  • Anyone needing several 3.5-inch drive bays for bulk storage
  • Builders who want a front fan or radiator mount
Read the full MSI MAG PANO 100L PZ WHITE review ›

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