# North: specs and price

**Price (US):** $129.99 at fractal-design.com (MSRP at launch (Mesh or TG panel); Newegg currently ~$154.99), as of 2026-06-27. A sourced, dated price of record — other retailers (incl. Amazon) may be lower. Among the 9 pc cases we track it is #4 cheapest of 9; category median $129.99.
**Brand:** Fractal Design
**Released:** 2022-12
**Price tracked since:** June 2026

## Specifications

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Price (US) | $129.99 |
| Brand | Fractal Design |
| Released | 2022-12 |
| Form factor | Mid-Tower (ATX/mATX/ITX) |
| Max GPU length (mm) | 355 |
| Max cooler height (mm) | 170 |
| Included fans | 2 x 140 mm Aspect PWM |
| Radiator support | Front: 360 mm; Top: 240 mm; Rear: 120 mm |
| Side panel | Tempered Glass (TG variant) or full mesh (Mesh variant) |
| Dimensions (mm) | 447 x 215 x 469 |

## Where it stands

At $130, the North is #4 cheapest of the 9 PC cases we track, where the median is $129.99. On the spec sheet, its max GPU length of 355 mm is the lowest of the 9, and its max cooler height of 170 mm is below the median of the 9.

## What reviewers say

Two whitelisted hands-on testers (Tom's Hardware, TechPowerUp) reviewed the base North ATX mid-tower; both were charmed by its wood-slat design and praised its thoughtful features, but flagged airflow and noise compromises. Tom's measured 53 dB and loved the thermals; TechPowerUp found the vented side panel and price harder to justify. North XL and Momentum variants excluded. (Based on 2 reviews, 2 lab-tested, 2022-12-07.)

Praised: Distinctive wood-and-mesh front that looks gorgeous and stands out from black-box cases; Thoughtful functional touches — PWM fan hub, included side fan bracket, solid 3.5-inch drive support; Exceptional CPU thermal performance in lab testing.
Flagged: Loud at full fan speed (53 dB average); Vented mesh side panel diminishes the front-intake tunnel effect unless extra side fans are added; Only two fans plus a simple hub feels high-priced for a compact ATX case.
Disagreement: Value split: Tom's Hardware lists a "Fair price" as a pro and calls it affordable, while TechPowerUp says the $129.99 price "does feel somewhat on the higher-end" and would be "hard to recommend" for buyers not won over by the looks.
Sources: Tom's Hardware (2022-12-07, tomshardware.com), TechPowerUp (2022-12-07, techpowerup.com)

## Frequently asked questions

**What do reviewers say about the North?**

Two whitelisted hands-on testers (Tom's Hardware, TechPowerUp) reviewed the base North ATX mid-tower; both were charmed by its wood-slat design and praised its thoughtful features, but flagged airflow and noise compromises. Tom's measured 53 dB and loved the thermals; TechPowerUp found the vented side panel and price harder to justify. North XL and Momentum variants excluded. Praised: Distinctive wood-and-mesh front that looks gorgeous and stands out from black-box cases; Thoughtful functional touches — PWM fan hub, included side fan bracket, solid 3.5-inch drive support; Exceptional CPU thermal performance in lab testing. Flagged: Loud at full fan speed (53 dB average); Vented mesh side panel diminishes the front-intake tunnel effect unless extra side fans are added; Only two fans plus a simple hub feels high-priced for a compact ATX case. (From 2 tester reviews, 2 lab-tested.)

**How much does the North cost?**

The North has a US price of $129.99 (MSRP at launch (Mesh or TG panel); Newegg currently ~$154.99), as of 2026-06-15.

**How does the North compare on price?**

At $130, the North is #4 cheapest of the 9 PC cases we track, where the median is $129.99.

**When was the North released?**

The North was released 2022-12.

**What are the North's key specs?**

North (Fractal Design): form factor Mid-Tower (ATX/mATX/ITX), max gpu length mm 355, max cooler height mm 170, included fans 2 x 140 mm Aspect PWM, radiator support Front: 360 mm; Top: 240 mm; Rear: 120 mm. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.

Source: https://www.fractal-design.com/products/cases/north/north/ (fractal-design.com, accessed 2026-06-15)
Corroboration: https://www.newegg.com/fractal-design-atx-mid-tower-steel-case-charcoal-black-fd-c-nor1c-01/p/N82E16811352203 (accessed 2026-06-15)
Canonical: https://frontdeskreview.com/product/pc-cases/fractal-design-north/
Cite: Per The Front Desk Review, the North price of record was $129.99 as of 2026-06-15 — https://frontdeskreview.com/product/pc-cases/fractal-design-north/
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