With the Node 202 Fractal Design offers a high quality compact case, which can still hold a full-size graphics card. This is an important note because when a fan brushes up too closely to the side panel it creates a lot added noise. I thought of the AIO cooler too, but it is a very slim build and it is unlikely that 120x120 radiator and a fan will be able to handle both CPU and GPU, plus there will be absolutely no air circulation in the case which will most likely generate extra heat.

After the installation, as we can see the radiator height is truly 40mm and a fan should fit no problem. Kinda insane idea, but I am wondering if any 120mm radiator with a fan or two will fit (+short GPU like Asus GTX 970 Mini DCU II)? Setting PCIE to Gen3 compatibility fixes the issue (zero problems in Cyberpunk, Hogwarts, Elden Ring - system pushed to the limits, 3DMark stress test passes with 99.

For large GPU's I recommend to route the GPU power connection through opening 1 together with the power plug extension (see ! Once the build is complete you reinstall the chassis in the bottom cover (which requires a bit of practice) and then close up the top of the case.

During the Resident Evil test, the CPU fan’s minimum speed was more than sufficient, and the single extra exhaust fan spinning at 500 RPM was enough to keep the GPU temperature at a reasonable 80°C during the most demanding portions. Step 9 As a first step to eliminate the cable chaos, it is advisable to route the CPU cable using all eyelets if possible. The enclosure is well constructed, and Fractal Design has done a great job by offering a clean chassis that will fit the living room, while also adding some edgy design elements to give those wanting to build an understated gaming rig what they want.Comments that contain any of the following will be deleted: terms considered explicit and inappropriate; defamatory, obscene, unlawful, harmful, or offensive. If you wanted to simplify access to the internal components, I would recommend removing the captive screws on the side panels as these will perform just fine.

This step is required to access the two optional 120 mm fan mounts underneath the video card area as well as the GPU and PSU dust filters.On the graphics side of things the Sapphire ITX R9 285 idled at 41 degrees and rose to 78 degrees under extreme duress. After disassembly, you can put aside this mount as well as the drive cage (1 screw above) and a GPU holder (against bending) for the time being. If the case was just 6mm thicker, a 3-slot GPU could have been used alongside 25mm case fans and it would enable the use of a 25mm fan on my particular HSF, but then it would be 12.

A Scythe Shuriken 2 would be a far superior alternative but it’s slightly too tall unless the filter on the top of the case is removed. Depending on the graphics card, the GPU cables, front I/O and the extension of the power supply should best be laid over the front and fixed so that they don't get into the fans.This new incarnation optionally features our solid, sturdy and surprisingly quiet Anode SFX PSU with UltraFlex cables to make your build experience even smoother. Use of these and any missed payments may affect your ability to obtain credit from Klarna and other lenders. Though still a bit unlucky with the riser, despite a new batch of cases, had to set PCIE to gen3 otherwise sound/vid glitches would appear, games crashed randomly. GPU support is only for 2 expansions slot but up to 310mm long and 50mm thick even 70mm if you dont want to add fans. Also something to consider, when I was playing with Afterburner, it came back on the curve that power was the main limiting factor.