Fractal Design Node 605 Case Review
Conclusions
Contents
The Fractal Design Node 605 is clearly targeted to users who want to build a nice-looking and quiet HTPC. It has a good set of features; however, its competitors, such as models within SilverStone’s Grandia series, cost less.
Strong Points
- Aluminum front panel
- Dampening material on the top panel
- Memory card reader supporting SF, SD, and microSD formats
- Comes with two Fractal Design Silent Series R2 120 mm fans, which are very quiet
- Two-speed fan controller
- Air filter for the side and power supply fans
- Anti-vibration rings for 3.5” hard drives
Weak Points
- Optical drive can only be installed with microATX and Mini-ITX motherboards
- More expensive than its competitors