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inc VAT) (ex Tax)We found a lot to like when we looked at Fractal Design's chassis over two years ago, but it ultimately proved a bit too expensive and less focussed compared to its smaller sibling at the time, the . Fractal are back to give the...
The design of the Define XL R2 is undoubtedly better than it was before, and kudos go to Fractal for addressing issues like the lack of top fan mounts, the absence of fan control and the poor water-cooling support, as in each case these give users a wider...
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vortez.net Updated:
2013-06-16 05:13:31
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£106 inc. VATKnown for their passion with elegant case manufacture and silence, Fractal Design are back again with an update to the popular Define XL. Those who liked the original Define XL or even have a soft spot for the new Define R4 but want somet...
Great build quality, Very spacious, Flexible clearance options, Good thermal performance, Near silence guaranteed, Competitive pricing...
No tool-free design for optical drives, Heavy...
Fractal Design appear to be a company that are very careful with their implementations and changes on new models. As we found with the Define R4, the preference is to make small changes here and there to improve a predecessor. We have to admit this is...
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Many cases claim to offer a combination of style, substance, size and price but Fractal Design’s new Define XL R2 is one of the few to actually deliver on its promises. It uses a full tower form factor that offers plenty of interior space and advanced...
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hardwareheaven.com Updated:
2013-06-16 05:13:44
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Today we are going to take a look at the Fractal Design Define XL R2 case which is the successor to the highly regarded Define XL. This is a full tower case which is designed to house some of the largest and most powerful components on the market...
Minimalist design, Impressive build quality, Near silent...
Another impressive case from Fractal Design...
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I feel very lucky today, not only do I get the chance to play around with a Fractal Design chassis, but one of their flagship designs at that. Here, I have the Define XL R2 Black Pearl, a chassis that may just look like any other from the pictures, but wh...
Overall I really enjoyed working with the Fractal Design XL R2 and while it might be a little on the large side for some people, it was designed with one thing in mind, extreme performance and Fractal Designs haven't cut any corners in delivering exactly...
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micromart.co.uk Updated:
2014-03-22 03:38:10
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Full tower cases optimised for quietness aren't all that common in the case market, because those who need such a case are likely to fill it with hardware requiring lots of noisy air cooling. Fractal's Define series, however, is renowned for its ability t...
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In the same conversation I sat down for with Josh Smith from Fractal Design at CES during our meeting there, I was told that by the time I arrived back to my house, this chassis should be waiting there for me. As I was finally able to play catch up w...
It may sound a bit cliche to say this, but WOW. I am truly sad I missed the original, as I do wish I had more of a hand on comparison, but there was only so much you can get from a picture and a list of specifications. I really do hope that I caught a...
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ocaholic.ch.english Updated:
2014-06-15 04:41:06
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Almost exactly two years ago the young Swedish company Fractal Design presented with the Define R3 their first midi tower. Now they have the Define R2 XL big tower in their portfolio which should be the next step in evolution of their Define series cases...
the build quality is on a good level Fractal Design didn't make the mistake to go for super thin side panel to save weight They use solid metal sheets, paired with noise insulation material, therefore you get good stability and reasonable stiffness Furth...
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Unless you have been living under a rock lately, you probably have heard of the massive flood in here southern Alberta a couple of weeks ago. With most of the staff here at APH Networks located in the beautiful city of Calgary, we have been asked this...
The installation process is extremely straightforward with the Fractal Design Define XL R2. For the most part, it is very easy to work with as far as a standard mid-tower is concerned. Out of preference, I installed my Intel Desktop Board DZ77GA-70K mothe...
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uk.hardware.info Updated:
2015-06-04 15:25:37
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Not so long ago, you only had a handful of options if you were looking for a silent case. Luckily, things have changed in 2015. Hardware.Info tested no less than 20 silent cases for this review, and compared them to four of the classics. Which case stri...
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When we reviewed Fractal Design's Define R4 back in August 2012, we liked what we saw but felt as though the Swedish manufacturer could do more to spruce-up its tower enclosures. They're starting to feel just a touch too familiar. We've seen some differen...
Keeps noise levels in check, Good thermal performance, Large enough for extreme builds, Easy to work with, Solid build quality...
Fan controller limited to three fans, Optical drive bays aren't toolfree, Aesthetics may be too simple...
Fractal Design is a relative newcomer to the chassis marketplace, yet has managed to make an instant impression through a range of chassis that almost always manage to find a sweet spot between thermal performance and low-noise operation. The problem, if...
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When we reviewed Fractal Design's Define R4 back in August 2012, we liked what we saw but felt as though the Swedish manufacturer could do more to spruce-up its tower enclosures. They're starting to feel just a touch too familiar. We've seen some differen...
Keeps noise levels in check, Good thermal performance, Large enough for extreme builds, Easy to work with, Solid build quality...
Fan controller limited to three fans, Optical drive bays aren't toolfree, Aesthetics may be too simple...
Fractal Design is a relative newcomer to the chassis marketplace, yet has managed to make an instant impression through a range of chassis that almost always manage to find a sweet spot between thermal performance and low-noise operation. The problem, if...
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Amusingly and appropriately enough, the wave of silence-oriented enclosures that have been popping up recently haven't really drawn attention to themselves as a trend. Yet all of a sudden, we have results from a couple of solid contenders from Nanox...
My title for this review stems from the feeling that I've finally tested an enthusiast-class quiet case that is capable of producing excellent acoustics and performance competitive with cases that don't share its acoustic allowances. The Fractal Design De...
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Fractal Design is releasing a new version of its Define XL full-tower case, dubbed the Define XL R2, targeted to users who want to build a high-end yet quiet computer. The first version received our “Golden Award.” Let’s see what is new and if the reva...
Top-notch construction quality, Excellent price for its features and construction quality, Covers for the 5.25” bays are vented, Nine expansion slots, Air filter for the power supply and bottom fans, Dampening material on the top, front, and side panels...
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The Fractal Design Define XL R2 is even better than the original Define XL and it is an exceptional choice for users building a high-end PC who are worried about the noise level generated by the computer. Not only does the R2 provide more and better optio...
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In the same conversation I sat down for with Josh Smith from Fractal Design at CES during our meeting there, I was told that by the time I arrived back to my house, this chassis should be waiting there for me. As I was finally able to play catch up w...
It may sound a bit cliche to say this, but WOW. I am truly sad I missed the original, as I do wish I had more of a hand on comparison, but there was only so much you can get from a picture and a list of specifications. I really do hope that I caught a...
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Full tower PC cases are quite abundant in the PC enthusiast market; each manufacturer trying to make that perfect case with not only features and functionality, but also style. Sweden based Fractal Design is no stranger with making good looking case...
Fractal Design’s Define XL R2 is simple looking, but gorgeous and well put together full tower case with very few flaws, which carries a price tag that should be plenty within reach of most PC enthusiasts / system builders...
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0 Flares 0 Flares × Fractal has continued to be one of the PC industry’s fast rising manufacturers focusing immensely on enclosures and power supplies. What stood out most about the Define R4 were the use of Bitumen sound dampening materials on both si...
The Define XL R2 is a very good enclosure for managing noise and even system temps. While the Bitumen, insulated fan ports, and front door cut down on noise, managing temps inside any enclosure is all about air flow inside the enclosure. By design, the...
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Out of all the Fractal Design cases the one I've really wanted to get my hands on has been the Define XL, what can I say I am a fan of big cases. Well Fractal Design has recently revised the Define XL, coming out with the Define XL R2 case. The R2 takes t...
Lots of room inside, Support for XL-ATX motherboards, Easy installation, Many “quiet” case features, Watercooling support, Price...
None that I found...
I always like companies that listen to customer feedback and improve existing products. Now I myself never had the opportunity to check out the original Define XL I have gone and looked at reviews and information on the case. The Define XL R2 addresses s...
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maximumpc.com Updated:
2013-10-18 06:25:33
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Fractal Design is a big fan of small, subtle modifications within its various lines of computer cases, or so it seems. At first glance, you might assume we are simply blowing some dust off the ol' Fractal Design Define R4 and giving it a re-review. And we...
Builtin fan controller, ample 5.25and 3.5inch bays, excellent cable management, sounddampening foam.
Not screwless, motherboard standoffs require installation, uncooperative PSU rubber mounts, no SSD mounts on motherboard tray...
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Earlier this year we went hands-on with the R4 from Fractal, a mid tower solution to the Define product line. We were quite pleased with the humble case, the simple Fractal facade silently housing a myriad of features. Our one complaint was the weight of...
Because of its simplicity, reliability, and functionality, the Define XL R2 is a great choice for enthusiasts. The chassis is also a good option for case modding for the same reasons. LanOC community member SpeedBump used the first iteration (by the way...
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missingremote.com Updated:
2013-12-14 09:41:09
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Nov 04 2013 When one is considering what chassis to use for their home theater or server build, a lot of factors come into play. In the past a traditional home theater PC build contained a small or desktop (horizontal) style chassis to help blend in with...
Size: Capacity & Space, Eye-catching, Ventilation: There's plenty + Three included 140mm case fans, Quiet: Solid insulation combined with integrated fan controller, Modular Drive Cages, Limitless Configuration, Cable Management, Motherboard Backplane Acce...
Size: Space-eater, Weight: Make sure you find a Free Shipping deal...
Where does the Fractal Design Define XL R2 belong in the HTPC eco-system?I had it set up in my living room, connected and set up next to my TV stand for two days, and while I didn't stub my toe on it from sticking out so much from everything else, it...
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rwlabs.com Updated:
2013-12-14 09:41:10
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The Define XL R2 is the second iteration of Fractal Design’s Full ATX tower based on the Define R2 and R3 cases. Unlike its smaller siblings though the Define XL R2 that weighs in at nearly 40lbs and has dimensions of 22.10" x 9.13" x 22.05", which a...
At just $129, the Fractal Define XL R2 raises the bar of what a full sized tower should be in this price range. It offers exceptional expandability that allows enthusiasts to install up to four dual slot graphics cards, XL-ATX or E-ATX motherboard...
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Building a custom computer these days can be very expensive. The last thing you want to have to do is down grade your components to be able to afford the case that you want. I'm not too familiar with Fractal Design, but I immediately gave them a big thumb...
and ScoringFractal Design was a company that I knew little about before receiving this case. Now my mind is begging me for more! I am very impressed and will not hesitate to say that this is possibly the best sub-$200 case out there. For $130 you can't b...
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Since Fractal Design has jumped into the component market, they have done a great job of bringing us affordable cases that look great. Today we look at a refinement of their venerable Define XL, the Define XL R2. Did they make the right changes to make an...
Fractal Design's Define XL R2 is indeed extra large. It fits a full eATX motherboard based system and a dual radiator water loop, complete with a tube-style reservoir. Not too many cases are large enough or well planned enough to make that kind of claim...
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Fractal Design has been in the chassis market for some time now, and those familiar with the name should instantly relate it with the words “minimalistic” and “professional”. The Swedish company has always strived to make more of less, while keeping their...
Alas we are at the end of the review and the Fractal Design Define XL R2 is looking like a real winner. The case has a lot going for it, but it did take a few tries for Fractal Design to reach this point. A large chassis with intricate design features –...
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Time and again we have pointed out the difficulty consumers may have when trying to choose the ideal Midi tower to house their new system especially if they happen to enter a store with countless models around. However the same issue doesn't' really apply...
High Build Quality, Design, Spacious Interior (XLATX Compatible), 3 PreInstalled Fans (140mm Front/140mm Rear/140mm Bottom), Room For A Total Of 7 Fans (120/140mm), Removable Top Drive Cage, Top Radiator Space (240mm/280mm), Low Noise Levels (Almost Inaud...
Less Drive Trays Compared To Its Predecessor, PSU Clearance Issues with the Bottom PreInstalled Fan...
My first encounter with Fractal Design was when they first entered the market back in late 2008 and although back then their products where a lot more impressive (not many manufacturers offered the same quality and innovation 5 years ago) than they are no...
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wegotserved.com Updated:
2015-12-06 09:35:28
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About a year and a half ago, I was on the reviewing end of a Fractal Design XL computer case. Big case, great looks, more bells and whistles than you can shake a stick at.That was then and this is now. As in today, I have sitting here a Fractal Design XL...
The Define XL is Fractal Design's flagship case. It embodies all the innovative features Fractal Design could imagine in a case. As with the original XL, this case is simply big, yet very quiet. It dissipates heat quickly. It has tons of HD capacity a...
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"All your base are belong to us.."PerformanceI love options. I love having options between cooling and silence. I love the XL R2. There are so many choices on what to do with this case, it's quite daunting. Between the seven fan locations (three are inclu...
While the minimalistic and plain design may throw some buyers off, others may embrace that design with passion. For me, I think while the design and performance is incredible, there needs to be a bit more flair added to the case, especially the inclusion...
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