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Fractal Design North

Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, Standard-ATX · Charcoal Black TG Dark

Quality
81
Quality / price
59
Max GPU
355 mm
Amazon
$124
Fractal Design North
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$124
Available on Amazon Updated Aug 30, 2026
Overall quality81.0
Quality / price58.8
Cooling support18
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Written analysis

Fractal Design North at a glance

The Fractal Design North is a Mid-Tower chassis with a tempered glass side panel profile. Supported boards: Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, Standard-ATX. Primary materials are listed as steel, plastic, wood and tempered glass.

Overall quality is 81.0, summing compatibility, cooling, storage, build quality, and connectivity. Max GPU length is 355 mm. Max CPU cooler height is 170 mm. Largest radiator support is listed at 360 mm.

Best fit: Performance desktops with long graphics cards and mainstream air or AIO cooling.

Cooling and front I/O

Dust filters: Yes.

Current value

At $124, quality / price is 58.8. Compare nearby cases of the same form factor below; clearance and panel type can outweigh a small quality gap.

Chassis data

Full specifications

Construction, clearances, cooling, storage, front I/O, and quality metrics in one technical sheet.

General

Manufacturer
Fractal Design
Case
Fractal Design North
Form factor
Mid-Tower
Side panel
Tempered glass
Launch price
—
Amazon price
$124
Amazon availability
Available
Price updated
Aug 30, 2026

Construction

Material
steel, plastic, wood and tempered glass
Color
Charcoal Black TG Dark
Side panel detail
tempered glass
Dimensions
447 x 215 x 469 mm
Weight
7.70 kg
PSU shroud
Yes
RGB lighting
No

Quality & value

Overall quality
81.0
Compatibility
18
Cooling support
18
Storage score
12
Build quality
18
Connectivity
15
Quality / price
58.8

Compatibility / clearances

Motherboard sizes
Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, Standard-ATX
Max GPU length
355 mm
Max cooler height
170 mm
Max PSU length
255 mm
PSU form factor
ATX, SFX
PSU included
No

Cooling

Max radiator
360 mm
Fan support
Total fan mounts (TG Version)6 x 120 mm or 4 x 140 mm Total fan mounts (Mesh Version)8 x 120 mm or 6 x 140 mm Front fan3 x 120, 2 x 140 mm (2 x Aspect 140 mm PWM Included) Top Fan2 x 120/140 mm Rear fan1 x 120 mm Dust filtersFront, PSU
Radiator support
Front radiatorUp to 360 mm Top radiatorUp to 240 mm (See manual for details on ram clearance) Rear radiator1 x 120 mm (If using a rear radiator the mesh version fan bracket can only be slotted into the bottom position)
Pre-installed fans
Not specified
Dust filters
Yes

Storage & I/O

Drive bays
Dedicated 2.5" drive mounts2 Combined 3.5/2.5” drive mounts2 (included)
Expansion slots
—
Front ports
—
USB-C
Not listed

Additional information

Also listed as
North

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Amazon listing details

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Enhance the look of your gaming station with sleek wood and alloy details

Designed for ATX / mATX / ITX motherboards

Enjoy natural ventilation through an open front and stylishly integrated mesh.

Choose a GPU up to 355 mm, or up to 300 mm with a 360 mm front radiator

Get a head start on your build with the two included 140 mm Aspect PWM fans

Seven bridgeless expansion slots allow for extensive customization

Enjoy a unique finish, with front panel bars cut from sustainably sourced oak or walnut

North features two included combined 3.5″/2.5″ drive mounts and two dedicated 2.5″ drive mounts out of the box

Remove the side panels, unclip the front and pop off the top panel using an integrated tab

Featuring clear tempered glass side panel for scratch resistance and crystal clear viewing of your build components.

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