6 October 201416 March 2015CasesBy Meng Vang

Fractal Design Core 2300 Case Review

When it comes to building a computer, not everyone needs a ton of LED fans along with a fancy exterior design. A fully-fledged PC with fancy mods may look appealing to the eyes, but it would not be ideal for a professional business environment. As the little brother to the Fractal Design Core 3300, the Core 2300 with its brushed aluminum finish and black exterior maintains the same clean aesthetics commonly found on most Fractal Design computer cases. With the capability to add a total of seven fans, the Core 2300 provides the cooling performance of an actual gaming computer case along with the professional and elegant aesthetics suitable for a business environment. Inside is the innovated vertical hard drive bracket. This allows for three 3.5 inch drives and three 2.5 inch drives to be mounted simultaneously. At Benchmark Reviews, we will take a close look at what the Fractal Design Core 2300 has to offer.

30 July 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Fractal Design INTEGRA M Series Modular PSUs Announced

Fractal Design is proud to announce the new Modular generation of the award winning Integra PSU. Fractal Design Integra M Series power supply units feature excellent electrical performance, including 80PLUS® Bronze certified efficiency. The modular flat cable system allows for a clean installation, and enhances airflow patterns inside the case. The short 140mm length makes for easy installation in small computer cases, and the extra-long ATX12V cable accommodates modern, bottom-PSU cases. Fractal Design Integra M units are equipped with a large temperature-controlled 120mm fan for reduced noise levels and optimum cooling. The Integra M is a great choice for medium-performance gaming computers and workstations. Key Features Integra M Modular cables. Only cables deemed likely for constant use (20+4-pin cable; 12V […]

3 June 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Fractal Design Core X3 PC Case Series Launched

The Core family of cases have always been centered around providing the core features and performance of Fractal Design’s case lineage at an aggressive price point. Core has undergone an evolution thanks in part to the valuable feedback from our customers. The new x3 Series of the Core Family of cases are liquid cooling ready, featuring superb airflow and an innovative vertical drive mounting system. Able to support up to six drives. The unique design of the vertical hard drive bracket ensures that it will not restrict optimum airflow. For added versatility the drive bracket is fully removable, allowing the end user incredible flexibility for mounting liquid cooling radiators up to 280mm in size. The X3 series is comprised of […]

6 May 20146 May 2014CasesBy Tom Jaskulka

Fractal Design Node 804 Micro ATX Case Review

Enter Fractal Design’s Node 804. While it isn’t an exact scaled-down replica of cases like the Carbide Air 540 or HAF XB, it still uses a cube/split chamber layout – this time in a micro-ATX size. With dimensions of 344 x 307 x 389 mm or 13.5 x 12.1 x 15.3 inches (WHD), the Node 804 is just a bit wider than a BitFenix Prodigy and almost exactly a third larger than the Node 304 (in the height and width dimensions – depth differs by only 15mm). The Node family is designed with a focus on Home Entertainment; with the vast array of fan, radiator and storage combinations that are possible the Node 804 could easily take on any number of roles. Benchmark Reviews has received the Node 804 for some testing, so let’s take a look at the newest member of Fractal Design’s Node family.

12 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Fractal Design Node 804 Micro ATX Chassis Announced

The Node 804 is a Micro ATX chassis which focuses on cooling performance and maximum configurability, all packed in an interesting new form factor with an elegant design. The dual chamber layout separates hot running components from the cooler ones and allows unrestricted airflow over the motherboard, processor and graphic cards. The case comes with three Silent Series R2 120mm fans but can be upgraded with an additional 7 fans if desired. There are also plenty of options for placing water cooling components, tall heat sinks and hard drives. The flexibility of this case really gives the user the possibility to create their optimal system build. Key features Highly effective dual chamber case layout for best possible cooling. Minimalistic design […]

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26 November 2013CasesBy Steven Iglesias-Hearst

Fractal Design Arc Mini R2 Review

The second revision of the Arc Mini micro ATX chassis brings a few revisions while keeping the essential styling that differentiates Fractal Design from other PC case manufacturers. The original Arc Mini PC case was well received by PC enthusiasts and system builders alike, and now Benchmark Reviews has the Arc Mini R2 for testing and we will detail what sets it apart from the crowd.