Fractal Design Define XL R2 Case Review
Conclusions
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The Fractal Design Define XL R2 is even better than the original Define XL and it is an exceptional choice for users building a high-end PC who are worried about the noise level generated by the computer. Not only does the R2 provide more and better options than the original Define XL; it is cheaper, too. With a suggested price of USD 130, we think this case provides an outstanding cost/benefit ratio for what it has to offer.
Strong Points
- Top-notch construction quality
- Excellent price for its features and construction quality
- Covers for the 5.25” bays are vented
- Nine expansion slots
- Air filter for the power supply and bottom fans
- Dampening material on the top, front, and side panels
- Supports eight 3.5”/2.5” devices
- Support for video cards up to 13” (330 mm) long on its default configuration or up to 18.9” (480 mm) if the top hard drive cage is removed
- Three-speed, single-channel fan controller
- Very flexible configuration for the hard drive cages
- Support for radiators on the top (up to 280 mm) and front (up to 240 mm) panels
- A huge cutout in the motherboard tray for accessing the backplate of the CPU cooler
- Holes with rubber covers for routing cables behind the motherboard tray
- Clearance of 1” (26 mm) behind the motherboard tray for routing cables
- Clips for fastening cables using cable ties
- Anti-vibration rings for 3.5” hard disk drives
Weak Points
- None