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Fractal Design North

Orta Kule • 355 mm • 2× 140 mm Aspect PWM

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Orta KuleSize
355 mmAzami GPU
2× 140 mm Aspect PWMFan
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Fractal Design North
CONSIDER
  • No real owner data yet — the verdict stays cautious
Great choice if these matter:
  • Builds that sit in the living room or on the desk in plain view
  • Air-cooled mid-to-high-end systems that use the mesh airflow path
  • Builders who want included fans and a finished look without extra spend
Watch out for:
  • A 360 mm front radiator cuts GPU clearance to 300 mm — check card length before planning liquid cooling
  • The tempered-glass version runs measurably warmer than the mesh version
Launch price $130 (US)
Regret riskLOWlimited data
Main risks
  • A 360 mm front radiator cuts GPU clearance to 300 mm — check card length before planning liquid cooling
  • The tempered-glass version runs measurably warmer than the mesh version
  • No top radiator support worth planning around — liquid cooling effectively lives in the front
  • Wood requires slightly more care than painted steel in sunlight and humidity
The risk level is computed from the release date, verified weaknesses and real owner reports. The confidence score only appears once real owner data exists.
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Clearance Allowances

What fits inside?

GPU length, cooler height, and radiator support — three critical checks before assembly.

CLEARANCE ALLOWANCES

Parts fit in millimeters, not on paper.

355 mm GPU

355 mm — Maximum GPU length · 170 mm — Maximum cooler height · Radiator up to 360 mm in front — Radiator support

355 mm170 mmRadiator up to 360 mm in front
355 mmMaximum GPU length
170 mmMaximum cooler height
Radiator up to 360 mm in frontRadiator support
Airflow

Nefes alabiliyor mu?

Fans included in box and maximum fan capacity.

AIRFLOW

The case is the cooling ceiling for every component inside.

2× 140 mm Aspect PWM Fan

2× 140 mm Aspect PWM — Fan included in box

2× 140 mm Aspect PWM
2× 140 mm Aspect PWMFan included in box
Who Is It For?

Where does it stand out?

A quick usage guide built from the product's specs and the editorial summary.

Builds that sit in the living room or on the desk in plain view

Great fit
Air-cooled mid-to-high-end systems that use the mesh airflow path

Great fit
Builders who want included fans and a finished look without extra spend

Great fit
Editorial Analysis

Strengths and points to consider

Compiled by the Kacbu editorial team from spec sheets, independent press reviews and reported user feedback.

Strengths based on the specs
Real wood front over full mesh — the design case that does not sacrifice intake airflow
355 mm GPU and 170 mm cooler clearance fit genuinely high-end parts in a furniture-friendly box
Two quality 140 mm PWM fans in the box means no day-one fan purchase
Mesh side-panel version gives thermals close to dedicated airflow cases
USB-C at 10 Gb/s on the front panel
Things to consider
A 360 mm front radiator cuts GPU clearance to 300 mm — check card length before planning liquid cooling
The tempered-glass version runs measurably warmer than the mesh version
No top radiator support worth planning around — liquid cooling effectively lives in the front
Wood requires slightly more care than painted steel in sunlight and humidity
Historical Product Info

Official launch details

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AnnouncedDecember 7, 2022

The manufacturer's official announcement date.

US launch price$130

Fractal Design North's launch price.

Design🇸🇪 Sweden
Manufacturing🇨🇳 China

Fractal Design is a Swedish company and designs its cases in Gothenburg; production runs in China.

This is not the current retail price — it shows the product's historical, official launch information.
Specifications

Fractal Design North specifications

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General

Design
Wooden slat front panel (walnut or oak), mesh back
Family
North
Manufacturer
Fractal Design

Form Factor

Size Class
Orta Kule
Motherboard Support
ATXmATXMini-ITX

Clearance Allowances

GPU Note
360 mm with front radiator, 300 mm
Max GPU Length
355 mm
Cooler Height
170
Radiator Support
Radiator up to 360 mm in front

Cooling

Included Fans
2× 140 mm Aspect PWM

Ports

Ports
1× USB-C (10 Gb/s), 2× USB-A 3.0, ses

Body and Material

Colors
Charcoal Black (walnut) / Chalk White (oak)
Side Panel
Mesh or Tempered Glass
FAQ

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Should you buy the Fractal Design North?
The Kacbu decision box currently says CONSIDER for the Fractal Design North: the specs hold up, but there are not yet enough real owner reports to strengthen the call. Pros, cautions and alternatives are in the decision box at the top of this page.
Which motherboards fit the Fractal Design North?
ATX, mATX and Mini-ITX boards. It is a standard mid-tower layout behind the wood front.
How long can the GPU be in the North?
Up to 355 mm without a front radiator, or 300 mm with a 360 mm front radiator installed.
Does the North come with fans?
Yes — two 140 mm Fractal Aspect PWM fans are pre-installed in the front.
Mesh or tempered glass side panel?
Both versions exist. Mesh cools better and suits air-cooled builds; tempered glass shows the interior but runs warmer under load.
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ManufacturerFractal DesignThis is the only product using itSize ClassOrta Kule3 more productsMotherboard SupportATX3 more productsMotherboard SupportmATX3 more productsMotherboard SupportMini-ITX3 more productsMax GPU Length355 mmThis is the only product using itIncluded Fans2× 140 mm Aspect PWMThis is the only product using itSide PanelMesh or Tempered GlassThis is the only product using it
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