Lian Li
Lian Li Lancool III
Mid-tower
90
/ 100
From $179
VS
Fractal North XL wins by 1
Fractal
Fractal North XL
Full-tower · Walnut accents · E-ATX
91
/ 100
From $189
Specdex verdict
Fractal North XL takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Lian Li Lancool III lands at 90 and Fractal North XL at 91. That puts Fractal North XL ahead by 1 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 XL if…
- ✓Gorgeous walnut front
- ✓E-ATX and 420 mm rad support
- ✓Quiet mesh airflow
Lian Li Lancool III 90
vs 91 Fractal North XL
Score breakdown
Lian Li Lancool III
90 airflow 90
build 88
features 84
value 86
Fractal North XL
91 airflow 92
build 94
features 88
value 90
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Lian Li Lancool III | Fractal North XL |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Mid-tower | Full-tower |
| MB support | — | E-ATX, ATX, mATX, ITX |
| Fans | — | 2× included |
| Max GPU | — | 413 mm |
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 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
FAQ: Lian Li Lancool III vs Fractal North XL
Which is better, Lian Li Lancool III or Fractal North XL? +
Fractal North XL scores 91 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. 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 XL worth the price? +
At $189, Fractal North XL delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in build.
Does Lian Li Lancool III or Fractal North 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.