Fractal Design Define S2 Vision - Mid Tower Computer Case - High Airflow and Silent - PSU Shroud - Modular Interior - Water-Cooling Ready - USB Type C - Dark Tint Tempered Glass Side Panel - Blackout

I've bought Fractal Design cases for my last three builds, and this time around, this case seemed to fit the bill. I wanted tinted glass with at least three fans up front and no lighting. My plan was to build a true "blackout" system, where you could just barely see inside the case.In terms of design and workmanship, this product is top notch. Putting everything together was a breeze, and although Fractal Design gives you several zip ties to work with, I managed to cleanly tie everything down with two included velcro straps.As soon as I powered it on though, I knew I would be returning the case. The noise from the four fans is simply unacceptable. They're PWM fans, and in the past I've had very good experiences with Fractal Design fans, either in cases or standalone purchases. These were louder and faster right off the bat, but that wasn't the problem. Even when I dialed down the RPM to about 500-600, they made a very audible thrumming noise. With all four of them going, it sounded like I a had a tiny truck in my computer. I tried both the included fan controller and directly connecting them to my motherboard, with no change. Changing them from PWM to DC seemed to help, but I think only because by default that allowed the motherboard to slow them down even more.I debated purchasing new fans, but this is already fairly pricey. I didn't want to spend even more money. It's a shame, because in every other sense this was a great case.

I love the case itself because of its simple, clear, clean, absolutely gorgeous lines. The quality of the aluminum used by Fractal Design cannot be improved upon and their finishing process makes me think of GREAT BIG JEWEL OF SOME TYPE! I admit to turning out all my office lights at night and look at it in the glow of a very small amount of RGB treatment. SMALL!I was a wee bit disappointed that it was either missing a drive cage or that I still cannot read. English is my first, second and third language and I was not raised by a pack of wolves. Really.If you are looking for a spiked, purple and green case with lot's of rgb lighting this case would be a poor selection. For all you who do not want your wife, husband, partner or significant other to pitch a fit for you spending the money, just remind that person that you listened to her input on how ugly all of your computer equipment is and paid just a little extra in order to buy a case that X would like a lot! Why I am divorced. Don't listen.

Due to me rushing the purchase and the search results being backwards, I purchased the Define S2 instead of the Meshify S2 which was my intention. Not a huge deal since they are exactly the same case, but have different top and front panels. I got in contact with Fractal to see if I could just buy the Meshify front panel separately, but sadly they don't sell parts outside of warranties in the US since they're bigger in Europe.My older air cooled PC is still running great in the Define S2 case and decided to stick with Fractal for my new build. I've had the new build up and going for almost 2 months and haven't had temp issues so far. Without overclocking, buying a newer GPU, and AIO, I saw no reason to buy better fans than what was provided. They're not the quietest, but do the job. Vape test showed great airflow. I have one Fractal intake at the bottom front slot, two Fractal intake in the front panel, and one 140mm Noctua exhaust in the rear. I had no issues with the fan header as some people have mentioned.Fractal did a great job with the updates in the chassis and also providing more than enough pieces, parts, and space to assemble your setup with ease. Wire management is pretty spot on. My only complaint is where you hook up wires to the USB headers at the bottom. As pictured, the USB 3.0 IO wire is huge and stiffer than the TYPE C, which means a quality wire; however, trying to hook it up and curl it 180 degrees then down through the hole is not the best design. I had to give the wire a lot of slack so it doesn't bend the header on the motherboard. To me, a 90 degree plug that could come through the hole and plug right in without 6 inches of exposed wire would've been much better, but said connector exist and will be purchasing one separately. Hooking up the wires up the PSU was tough because of it having its own section in the case. I wish I hooked those up first before running them to everything, but my intention was to bring the slack to the PSU.The hideaway slots for the hard drives are a nice touch, and so is the offset top mount for radiators for my future 360mm Radiator that is said to clear my RAM. The pop off side panels is a much better design than the Define R2's 10 tiny slot slide back panels, and the full size glass panel is a nice upgrade from the smaller plastic window on the S2.Overall very impressed with Fractal Designs keeping their classic ascetics, but making improvements where needed. If you had to choose between this or the Meshify S2, I'd say get whichever one is cheaper, because of them being so similar. If you overclock and choose to get an air cooler instead of water cooled, the meshify might be a better option due to the improved air flow. Temps under load are: CPU 50C-60C with AMD wraith, 72C bottle necked GPU, 42C RAM, and 28C M.2/Sata SSD. Board and VRM stay vary cool due to downfiring cooler.

I purchased the above case and it was shipped to NJ to my freight forwarders. I then had it shipped to Bermuda.When I unpacked it I had to let it sit for a couple days and didn't get to the build. In the mean time my wife threw the box away. There was no apparent damage to the box but when I started the build the back glass was shattered.I contacted Fractual Design per the support document which came with the case. I received a support request confirmation etc. However I have not received any additional response.The build came out great, I understand the damage may not be the manufacturers problem but a response would be nice, possibly sell me a replacement panel so I don't have to buy and ship another complete case to get the panel.From Fractual's support portal "Being Processed since 6 days 19 hours"

I thought this case would be a little bigger than it was. It was my fault for not reading the exact measurements but it will probably be smaller than you think.Everything feels sturdy and high quality.If you are building a regular ATX build this should be perfect for you. Comes with its own fan controller and plenty of easy cable management in the back.However if you are building a multi GPU setup you may want something a little bigger. Because the PSU shroud is riveted in. it is a very close call between the bottom of the motherboard and the top of the shroud and it cannot be removed (unless you're willing to make case mods). This means you won't be able to put a second GPU in the second PCIE slot if they are too big as you might not have enough clearance. WIth just 1 GPU though you can be rest assured that everything will fit in nicely and look good.There is a ton of horizontal space between the motherboard and the front (designed to house water cooling parts), so if you are not water cooling or at least putting a AIO mounted to the front, you will have a lot of empty space.Outside of the it comes as advertised, which is a pretty good case for it's price point

Très bien conçue pour les cartes mère atx...