Lian Li
Lian Li Lancool III
Mid-tower
90
/ 100
From $179
VS
Fractal North wins by 2
Fractal
Fractal North
Mid-tower
92
/ 100
From $139
Specdex verdict
Fractal North takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Lian Li Lancool III lands at 90 and Fractal North at 92. That puts Fractal North ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Lian Li Lancool III if…
- ✓Tool-less panels on most
- ✓Cable-management channels
- ✓Dust filters
Pick Fractal North if…
- ✓Tool-less panels on most
- ✓Cable-management channels
- ✓Dust filters
Lian Li Lancool III 90
vs 92 Fractal North
Score breakdown
Lian Li Lancool III
90 airflow 90
build 88
features 84
value 86
Fractal North
92 airflow 92
build 90
features 84
value 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Lian Li Lancool III | Fractal North |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Mid-tower | Mid-tower |
Lian Li Lancool III
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
Fractal North
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: Lian Li Lancool III vs Fractal North
Which is better, Lian Li Lancool III or Fractal North? +
Fractal North scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Lian Li Lancool III worth the price? +
At $179, Lian Li Lancool III delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in airflow.
Is Fractal North worth the price? +
At $139, Fractal North delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in airflow.
Does Lian Li Lancool III or Fractal North 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.