Lian Li
Lian Li Lancool III
Mid-tower
90
/ 100
From $179
VS
Fractal North · Charcoal wins by 2
Fractal
Fractal North · Charcoal
Mid-tower
92
/ 100
From $139
Specdex verdict
Fractal North · Charcoal takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Lian Li Lancool III lands at 90 and Fractal North · Charcoal at 92. That puts Fractal North · Charcoal 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 · Charcoal if…
- ✓Tool-less panels on most
- ✓Cable-management channels
- ✓Dust filters
Lian Li Lancool III 90
vs 92 Fractal North · Charcoal
Score breakdown
Lian Li Lancool III
90 airflow 90
build 88
features 84
value 86
Fractal North · Charcoal
92 airflow 92
build 90
features 84
value 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Lian Li Lancool III | Fractal North · Charcoal |
|---|---|---|
| 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 · Charcoal
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 · Charcoal
Which is better, Lian Li Lancool III or Fractal North · Charcoal? +
Fractal North · Charcoal 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 · Charcoal worth the price? +
At $139, Fractal North · Charcoal delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in airflow.
Does Lian Li Lancool III or Fractal North · Charcoal 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.