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Lian Li Lancool III — Mid-tower
Lian Li

Lian Li Lancool III

Mid-tower

90
/ 100
From $179
VS
Lian Li Lancool III · Matte Black — Mid-tower
Lian Li

Lian Li Lancool III · Matte Black

Mid-tower

90
/ 100
From $179
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Lian Li Lancool III lands at 90 and Lian Li Lancool III · Matte Black at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Lian Li Lancool III if…

  • ✓Tool-less panels on most
  • ✓Cable-management channels
  • ✓Dust filters

Pick Lian Li Lancool III · Matte Black if…

  • ✓Tool-less panels on most
  • ✓Cable-management channels
  • ✓Dust filters
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Airflow

Tie

Compared on the airflow sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Build

Tie

Compared on the build sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Features

Tie

Compared on the features sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

Lian Li Lancool III 90
vs
90 Lian Li Lancool III · Matte Black

Score breakdown

Lian Li Lancool III
90
airflow 90
build 88
features 84
value 86
Lian Li Lancool III · Matte Black
90
airflow 90
build 88
features 84
value 86

Specs side-by-side

Lian Li Lancool III versus Lian Li Lancool III · Matte Black — full spec comparison
Spec Lian Li Lancool III Lian Li Lancool III · Matte Black
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

Lian Li Lancool III · Matte Black

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 Lian Li Lancool III · Matte Black

Which is better, Lian Li Lancool III or Lian Li Lancool III · Matte Black? +

Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. 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 Lian Li Lancool III · Matte Black worth the price? +

At $179, Lian Li Lancool III · Matte Black delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in airflow.

Does Lian Li Lancool III or Lian Li Lancool III · Matte Black 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.