Fractal Design Meshify 2 Compact chassis review -
Specification and features
Specification and features
Some marketing collateral first:
„ The Meshify 2 Compact is a performance-oriented ATX case that focuses on flexibility and space efficiency to maximize component and cooling support in a minimal space with a bold sense of style. As a direct successor to the still highly successful Meshify C that first established the series in 2016, the Meshify 2 Compact boasts one of the most extensive lists of design improvements and upgrades to be seen in a single iteration. Gone are the corner bolts on the TG panel, replaced by a seamless top-latching design that’s more attractive, easier to handle, and more resistant to breakage. A fully removable top panel assembly opens the case up completely for unrestricted access on three sides. The Meshify 2 Compact’s updated interior layout allows for much larger GPUs than the previous gen, and comes preinstalled with a total of three Dynamic X2 fans.”
Features:
- Iconic angular mesh front provides filtered airflow with a bold, stealth-inspired aesthetic Compact yet spacious interior accommodates ATX, mATX, and mITX motherboards
- Room for GPUs up to 360 mm with a 240 mm radiator in the top, or up to 360/280 mm front radiators with GPUs under 305 mm
- Seamless TG panel with steel frame support and bolt-free top-latching mechanism
- Modular chassis design with removable top panel assembly opens up to fully expose the case interior on three sides
- Seven fan mounts with three preinstalled Fractal Design Dynamic X2 fans
- Three front USB ports including one USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C with fast charging and speeds up to 10Gbps
- New front panel design with hinged removable mesh and tether-free bezel for easier access to front fan mounts
- Nylon front filter that can be removed from the mesh to further increase airflow
- Support for radiators up to 360/280 mm in front and 240 mm up top
- Flexible storage options supporting two 2.5”/3.5” drives and up to four SSDs (two SSD brackets included)
- Easy-to-clean filters on the front, top, and base with full PSU coverage and convenient front access
- Three cable alignment clips and six Velcro straps
- Full-length power supply shroud with two-part removable cover
- Bridgeless expansion slots ensure obstruction-free connections
Specifications:
Case Type |
ATX Case |
Motherboard Support |
Mini-ITX / mATX / ATX |
Size |
424 x 210 x 475 mm (L x W x H) |
Front I/O Ports |
USB3.0 x2 |
Internal 5.25" Bays |
0 |
Internal 3.5/2.5" Bays |
2 |
Internal 2.5" Bays |
4 (2 included) |
Expansion Slots |
7 |
Max PSU Length |
165 mm (with HDD cage) |
Max CPU Cooler Height |
169mm |
Max GPU Length |
360mm (341 mm with front fans) |
Cable Management Clearance |
17-28 mm |
Radiator Support |
Front: 360mm, 280mm |
Fans (total) |
Front: 120 mm x3 / 140 mm x2 (2 x 140 mm Pre-installed} |
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