Fractal
Fractal North XL
Full-tower · Walnut accents · E-ATX
91
/ 100
From $189
VS
Lian Li
Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL
Full-tower
91
/ 100
From $249
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Fractal North XL lands at 91 and Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL at 91. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Fractal North XL if…
- ✓Gorgeous walnut front
- ✓E-ATX and 420 mm rad support
- ✓Quiet mesh airflow
Pick Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL if…
- ✓Tool-less panels on most
- ✓Cable-management channels
- ✓Dust filters
Fractal North XL 91
vs 91 Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL
Score breakdown
Fractal North XL
91 airflow 92
build 94
features 88
value 90
Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL
91 airflow 91
build 89
features 84
value 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Fractal North XL | Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Full-tower | Full-tower |
| MB support | E-ATX, ATX, mATX, ITX | — |
| Fans | 2× included | — |
| Max GPU | 413 mm | — |
Fractal North XL
Pros
- +Gorgeous walnut front
- +E-ATX and 420 mm rad support
- +Quiet mesh airflow
Cons
- −Large footprint
- −No vertical GPU mount included
- −No included fan hub
Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL
Pros
- +Tool-less panels on most
- +Cable-management channels
- +Dust filters
Cons
- −Fan inclusion varies
- −GPU clearance limits for triple-slot cards
- −Weight on glass panels
FAQ: Fractal North XL vs Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL
Which is better, Fractal North XL or Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL? +
Both score 91 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Fractal North XL worth the price? +
At $189, Fractal North XL delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in build.
Is Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL worth the price? +
At $249, Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in airflow.
Does Fractal North XL or Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.