Lian Li
Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL · Matte Black
Full-tower
91
/ 100
From $249
VS
Fractal
Fractal North XL
Full-tower · Walnut accents · E-ATX
91
/ 100
From $189
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL · Matte Black lands at 91 and Fractal North XL at 91. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL · Matte Black 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 O11 Dynamic Evo XL · Matte Black 91
vs 91 Fractal North XL
Score breakdown
Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL · Matte Black
91 airflow 91
build 89
features 84
value 86
Fractal North XL
91 airflow 92
build 94
features 88
value 90
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL · Matte Black | Fractal North XL |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Full-tower | Full-tower |
| MB support | — | E-ATX, ATX, mATX, ITX |
| Fans | — | 2× included |
| Max GPU | — | 413 mm |
Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL · 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
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 O11 Dynamic Evo XL · Matte Black vs Fractal North XL
Which is better, Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL · Matte Black or Fractal North XL? +
Both score 91 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL · Matte Black worth the price? +
At $249, Lian Li O11 Dynamic Evo XL · Matte Black delivers a Specdex score of 91 — 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 O11 Dynamic Evo XL · Matte Black 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.