Fractal Design's Define XL R2 is a larger version of the popular Define chassis series. It is a very flexible design, built for an EATX motherboard, with plenty of space for dual CPU configurations and a host of other components. It can mount eight hard drives and four optical drives or other 5.25-inch bay devices.
The Define XL R2 comes with three fans, but can fit up to four more depending on the cooling needs of the hardware. The front connections are located at the top of the case, directly above the front door, and include two each of USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports alongside headphone and mic plugs.
This particular version is 'Titanium Grey' in color and has a custom-made window on the left side panel.
The Define XL R2 comes with three fans, but can fit up to four more depending on the cooling needs of the hardware. The front connections are located at the top of the case, directly above the front door, and include two each of USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports alongside headphone and mic plugs.
This particular version is 'Titanium Grey' in color and has a custom-made window on the left side panel.
Jeff Stubbers (Tier 3 Consulting Lead) Says:
This is a very versatile case for cooling, and allows for a good amount of hard drives. The Fractal Design Define XL R2 does a good job of dampening the noise of your system as well. This case is definitely worth your consideration.
*This case gets plenty of cooling when the front door is closed. There are vents to left and right of the door designed to allow enough air in with the front door closed, and that air still gets filtered to stop the majority of dust from getting inside the system.
This is a very versatile case for cooling, and allows for a good amount of hard drives. The Fractal Design Define XL R2 does a good job of dampening the noise of your system as well. This case is definitely worth your consideration.
*This case gets plenty of cooling when the front door is closed. There are vents to left and right of the door designed to allow enough air in with the front door closed, and that air still gets filtered to stop the majority of dust from getting inside the system.
Note: Dimensions: 22" H x 9.1" W x 22" D
Model: Fractal Design FD-CA-DEF-XL-R2-TI-W
Specifications
Color | Grey |
Material | Plastic front panel, steel frame |
Type/Size | Full Tower |
Maximum Motherboard Size | SSI EEB |
Case Window | No |
Power Supply | None |
Dimensions | |
Height | 559 mm (22.0 in) |
Width | 232 mm (9.1 in) |
Depth | 560 mm (22.0 in) |
Net Weight | 16.4 kg (36.2 lbs) |
Maximum CPU Cooler Height | 170mm (with no side fan) |
Maximum GPU Length | 330mm (480mm with top HD cage removed) |
Maximum PSU Length | 190mm (345mm with bottom fan removed) |
Drive Bays | |
External 5.25 inch | 4 |
External 3.5 inch | 0 |
Internal 2.5/3.5 inch | 8 |
Front Panel Connectors | |
USB 2.0 | 2 |
USB 3.0 | 2 |
Audio In | 1 |
Audio Out | 1 |
USB-C | 0 |
Cooling System | |
Cooling Method | Air |
Included Fans | 1x 140mm Front, 1x 140mm Rear, 1x 140mm Bottom |
Total Fan Mounts | 1x 120/140mm front, 2x 120/140mm Top, 1x 140mm Side |
Fractal Design builds on the success of its awarding-winning Define XL computer case with the Define XL R2. This updated chassis carries on the family tradition of providing superb cooling and ventilation capabilities with exceptional expandability, in a sleek and stylish Scandinavian form.
The Define XL R2, which includes Fractal Design's innovative ModuVent feature, has an updated internal layout that offers greater expandability, modularity and flexibility, including capacity for 9 PCI cards and two HDD cages that can be repositioned to provide more space for water cooling radiators.