Fractal Design Define R6 Build - i7-8700K / MSI Z370 Godlike Gaming (Livestream Archive)

[@ripF5C]

Thank you so much for making this video. I've been a console kid for over 13 years now. Just turning 21 and getting money for a real setup now I've been eyeing PC's for about a month. And essentially all the things I piled into my Amazon cart, you guys built here! Even down to the case I wanted! Which for someone like me who is somewhat scared of building my own PC due to lack of knowledge this video helped me out sooo much! I should be able to build a PC no problem. Thank you!

[@cootason]

Beautiful case tbh doesn't cut corners on drive storage and still looks great.

[@seydaneen8970]

i hope this channel uploads build videos again one day. it was one of my favorite channels when I first started to get into PC hardware

[@QuicSi1ver]

brothers from a different mother

[@SuaSponte75]

I'm sure they worked on cable management after this video. My OCD was going crazy

[@fabiandee8178]

the other guy pretending like he doesn't know all of this already lol

[@macmontana9771]

its actually called acting.... you know... putting on a good show for views thats pretty obvious....

[@josebillini7830]

I don't usually watch hour long KZbin videos, but when I do, It's a PCPartPicker video! Excellent jobs guys, Amazing build and I love that case!

[@lemaitrethemonk]

I love watching people that are passionate about what they speak of! Especially, for some of us that are new to P.C. builds. I chose this case due to wanting a quiet case that looks great. I am not interested in lighting(except for the keyboard, everything else will be covered) so functionality and performance are pivotal with my choices. Thank you for the video. Cheers from the Lone Star State!

[@AC_Milan1899]

Amazing case, a work of art. The blackout version is beautiful.

[@ensiel4738]

Man I miss this channel and hope they put out some content again! Really miss this 2017 trend where fans weren't RGB and any RGB was more on an accent lighting on components rather than the full blown lightshows we have now.

[@alexanderhernandez6395]

Doing a new build in the next couple of days and this is the case I chose for it, except my case is the usb type c one. This video has helped me decide on rad placement since I'm also using a liquid cooled card.

[@CommandoMaster]

Probably gonna use this R6 case for my next PC upgrade. Right now using the R4 and I really like it.

[@cnnw3929]

Indeed, and the R6 also has provisions for an optical drive, while others don't. You can use your older components, yet still have a modern case with updated components. I hope that Fractal plans to continue manufacturing this case for many years to come.

[@mstoynov90]

GPU radiator should be mounted higher than the pump with these AIOs. At least the EVGA Hybrids had it as requirement.

[@SoloPlayerSeven]

i saw that too

[@Michael_NL]

Hi guys, Just to confirm, I have successfully mounted an 140MM EKWB CE in the back, 360MM EKWB PE in the TOP, and an 280MM EKWB CE in the front. Everything just fits, the screws of the 360MM are almost touching the 280MM rad because EKWB uses ball shaped screw heads. But it does work, and it works great! From what I can tell you can even fit another 120MM PE in the bottom, but I didnt do this, so try at your own risk. Looks like plenty of space though. As a PSU I am using a Corsair RM750x, so that PSU and a 120MM would work! Enjoy builing in this awesome case!

[@AntagonistaX]

Thanks a lot guys! Now I know how to wire perfectly my R6. That tower is for RGB Led full Modding if you have TG. Otherwise it´s look boring.

[@KaribianNortti]

This video helped me with finding the big giant button... Thank you very many for helping me and my autustic friends build with this case. We couldn’t find how to get the top of so this helped a lot. THANKS!!!

[@batman.darthmaul]

You guys mentioned the possibility of needing to move the "vanity panel" to the back to make room for larger graphics cards. I'm running an Aorus GTX 3070, which is a pretty big card, and I didn't have to remove the panel or the drive bays, FYI.

[@antistat8756]

Thanks alot for putting up w/all the junk / stuff you have to do .... to do this !!

[@johnpaulyates4734]

Great Build Guys! And, of course, you made It look easy (Like it really is)!!

[@MaZEEZaM]

Given I just just built a system in the R5, and taken not of the significant flaws with that design, they have made some great improvements in this design. Thanks for showing the build :D

[@martinelbertsen5715]

great pc build, merry christmas and til the next time

[@waepekk]

Great Vid boys!!! Appreciate the use of the antistatic strap!!!!!! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@OvenBak3d360]

Ps: you are not supposed to mount the hybrid gpu rad on the bottom. I don’t know about msi but the evga ones say right in the instructions do not mount on the bottom of the case due to air bubbles that will form in a couple years in the cooler will get trapped in the pump causing pump failure. I’m guessing this would be the same as msi since the cooler is likely made by the same company

[@femmas856]

what a beautiful PC! I recently bought the case just gotta gather all the parts now! absolutely crazy how expensive these parts are :0

[@SEPU03]

I think just a bit of whitening to the mesh C and using the power button and USB ports design on it would greatly improve the design as well as pushing the front cover out a little to allow bands to be moved to the outside part of the case covered by the mesh so you could use a bigger cooler

[@adlawd3297]

This was great, I'm about to build my new rig with pretty similar parts! Was particularly great because I wanted to do a CPU/GPU AOI water cooled set up, just like this - but using the NZXT 280mm. Well done!

[@MichaelEber]

Thank you so much!!! I'm ready to throw my new case through the window it is such a POS and I'm looking at the Fractal Design Define R6. I was curious if I could install my system just like what you did!!! Now I can get the FC R6 knowing I can do that.

[@TodayIFoundSomethingShiney]

Do you know how sad it is to see these cases up for reviews and unable to get it?

[@dcutl]

Great video! Thanks for sharing!

[@lennywilliams1000]

Awesome Video guys!!!

[@stephenmcallister2169]

i’m going micro atx air cooled next. no all in one liquid cooling or custom loop.

[@Malus1531]

Yeah that's what I did for my last build to have a little more portability while I was in college. Not that many mATX motherboards out there these days though, shame. I just bought an H700i in preparation for my first ATX built though.

[@Emexrulsier]

micro itx is an option aswell

[@hashamshaheen]

Emexrulsier You mean mini ITX

[@awuma]

Fitting a big tower cooler can be tricky on a micro.

[@CrimFerret]

I'm going to be be building a new system in the next couple months and this is the case I plan to use, except I'm going to use the one with solid sides since A) My PC is in a desk cubby so all I can see is the front and I'm not interested in RGB lighting at all. B) It has noise dampening foam for an even quieter system. This case line is now available from the factory with the USB-C port for essentially the same cost as the one without which is a nice addition. I looked at some cheaper cases, but I've always had to use cheap cases in the past. They look like crap, are a pain to build in and maintain, and usually require buying fans which makes them not so cheap after all.

[@roloskywalker_]

awesome build guys

[@SEPU03]

I find a lot of the mesh C design airflow is really cool to see some of that on a R6 design Would be cool

[@scvaughan3]

Bravo. Very good content. Thanks

[@kentwood2914]

i realize this is an old vid and you guys likely don't keep up with archived comments, but I would like to know why you chose to put the radiator at the top and not the front. isn't the primary point to cool the cpu with cool air and hot air is rising and being drawn out the top through the radiator. I am not sure of temp difference, but your thoughts would be appreciated.

[@botbillis]

Great video, a lot of the same components I am planning to use in my build. Just curious, how do you ground your anti-static mat?

[@malachisilver43]

The sound of ram clicking in 😩 fucking love it

[@LegendScrims]

no cable management video ;-; wanted to see how to manage that mess

[@Ultramesh]

Good video. This is the setup I am after and I'm happy to see a video with mostly similar parts. A question on Case pressure: There are 2x 140mm fans frawing air in from the front, plus the 120mm fan on the GPU radiator drawing air in from the bottom. Then 3x 120mm fans on the top radiator set as an exhaust, plus the 140mm rear exhaust fan. Does this result in a positive or negative case pressure? My concern is dust: I don't want dust sucked in via any other cracks if there is any negative case pressure.

[@zarrow50]

My EVG CPU leads were too short and needed an extension

[@TonynChloe]

What RGB case strips did u you use in this build? Very nice work!!

[@jackfolloway3354]

The RGB LED strip we used in this build is made by Phanteks, but was included with the MSI Godlike motherboard.

[@thegasman7161]

Ryan and Barry :) 'Merica.Nice vid gents! Question For you - Can you reverse the drive tower cover? I.e. have it setup similar to a R5 ?

[@urbancamper4224]

Thinking about getting this one. nice vid by the way. you did however make a mistake in the beginning and said 3 120mm fans included. It is 3 140mm fans included.

[@stevenacton359]

radiator for GPU fitted incorrectly needs to be higher than pump.

[@miclan386]

why

[@uchihakeyblade]

I ended up not having the hdd cover on. I just left it off. Overall, I love the design of the case and how much you can do with it. I may choose to reinstall the cover later on though when I decide to upgrade again sometime down the line. However, I'm content with the way my PC is right now.

[@BrookZerihun]

gpu radiator has to be above the card? any issues with heat? the EVGA version has a warning not to mount below the GPU, suggest mounting it above, I also noticed the higher temps

[@chorneyk]

That makes perfect sense to me. You need to keep the flow going to the pump as it is a wet pump. You do not want the pump to run dry as it will kill it. So like when installing a custom loop (or if you are putting together a fish tank) you want the pump as low as possible to make sure the pump always get fluid. If the pump is higher than the reservoir or in the case of an AIO, the radiator, the pump will run dry and burn out. You will also see increased temperatures because the pump won’t be properly circulating the fluid through the system. End result is that you end up damaging all your pretty pc parts... If they put everything in their proper place the gpu radiator should actually be either at the front, the top, or at the exhaust port at the back. All of which would keep the pump (mounted directly to the gpu) below the radiator. Or at least close to being around it’s actual height.

[@stayfrostie2583]

xZiddel you are aware that almost all the AIO's are manufactured by two different companys right?

[@evoblade2000]

The front of this reminds me of my old Antec P180

[@maples78]

Question: can the panel on 9:55 be mounted to have the hard drive brackets facing the tempered glass?

[@mikkelstormhansen9733]

No but you can reverse the two panels.

[@mikkelstormhansen9733]

Or buy another panel from the website

[@mausb2090]

Good work ! A beast of a PC :-)

[@w.m.9883]

Is that cable mod kit necessary? I was under impression that all cable are supplied when ordering for a full build. Please let me know when you have a chance. Thanks.

[@gadzoke]

Totally not necessary. PSU's come with all needed cables in the box (if modular) or already on the PSU. The cable mod kit was purely for aesthetics.

[@jaysysumakaRatMaster3]

Would have been really nice to have a close look in the case and see all the hard work that's been put in and how everything looks...other than that I enjoyed watching as I learn whats involved in building my first PC.

[@patrickrsmith99]

are the front IO cables included with the case? or the power supply? are they standard cables usually?

[@BoBBaB0oN]

i guess thats the best case of the year

[@stephenanderson4549]

wow where did you guys get that rachet screwdriver???? i def got to get one

[@bukbukbukka]

In awe at the size of these lads. Absolute units.

[@AlphaMachina]

Is the chassis bent? It seemed a bit wobbly.

[@omnigodx11]

case of the year

[@trentf4891]

Is the front panel removal completely tool less?

[@LokiDaFerret]

Does this case really accommodate an EATX sized board? That is such a tight squeeze getting the cabling through the grommets with an e ATX board in place. imagine if you had to change or route a different power cable after the eatx board is seated. It would be a nightmare. kinda like taking out your engine to change a flat tyre. At least that's how it appears.

[@chenbencalipha3149]

One of the best cases, if not the best mid for his price, Love it. Its also a great build tho but what the hell happend to cable manegment? Can't you guys use some zipties?

[@tomaskjersgaard5325]

Nice to see that your'e using ESD protection. Personally I wouldn't touch any connectors though.

[@klukoks]

great job guys! only power cable for GPU ruining the view

[@radumurzea6112]

Nice video. The only major dissapointment though was the complete lack of any cable-management at the end. All cables were just left hanging there...

[@jackfolloway3354]

We typically post our cable management for a build in a follow up video. It usually goes up right after the main build, but with the holidays we haven't had a chance to get it edited and uploaded yet.

[@radumurzea6112]

@Jack Followay I didn't know that, it's my first time on this channel.

[@bernhardtrian7471]

Which RGB LED Strip did those guys use at the bottom of the case ?

[@jackfolloway3354]

It's an addressable RGB strip from Phanteks (it came with the motherboard -- unboxed @11:53 / installed @46:45)

[@itsalvinlee]

where do the LED lights on the bottom come from? the changing rainbow colors

[@FortuneSeek3rz]

Anyone know when New Egg is going to start stocking these?

[@xOWSLA]

Does the case support 420mm aio top?

[@notpublic7149]

Ah, the land of the knowledgeable Beard and the nodding Beard. 😎

[@ThomasJojo]

if u dont like reset switch accidents and hdd light indicators ☠️ just unplug them.

[@colebettelyoun4330]

That's beautiful

[@rkeva9069]

what size sli bridge would you recommend if you were running sli

[@lloydchristmas4547]

I just purchased the Fractal Design Define R6 case. In the manual, page 27, for open layout, it suggests you can put two 140mm fans in the front. However, it appears that there's room for one more. So my question is, can I fit three 140mm fans in the front? Thanks.

[@jackfolloway3354]

Unfortunately no -- those mounts you might be seeing are the 120mm mounts. You can put three 120mm fans, but only 2 140mm fans in the front.

[@lloydchristmas4547]

+Jack Followay, thanks a lot.

[@MichaelOhkayy]

did he just say the best gaming cpu at the moment? Honestly I bought that one for my new build and I've seen so many videos shitting on it so it genuinely just makes me happy to hear someone not shit on it because I was starting to think I maybe made the wrong decision by not going ryzen but it's too late because the part is on its way.

[@leonholian1909]

If you buy something on pc part picker where does it go?

[@speedy1481]

What do you attach the anti static wrist strap to

[@kenoberg]

By using the alternate internal layout and thus remove the drive trays and relocate or even remove the drive cage panel, would I still be able to install an optical drive in the 5.25" slot?

[@RayZahT]

Hey man did you ever find out the answer to this?

[@cluberti]

If you put a 360 or 420 at the top, the 5.25 drive bay has to come out.

[@Someone-ci8wf]

I don't think you can use the optical drive with the alternate layout. just opened mine and it seems like the screws to fix the panel are directly above the optical drive

[@Twisted_Individual]

What's the armlet on the right arm? Never seen it before.

[@Twisted_Individual]

Ty. As I thought.

[@LokiDaFerret]

Fractal really needs to make this case about two inches deeper if they're serious about e-atx. Or you just go with the Fractal Design XL R2 which will also fit a kitchen sink 😁

[@cattameme]

You thought the Ram was Expensive. Look at the x299/LGA 2066 Motherboard prices!! Was gonna get a i7-7800k until I found out the board prices! Got a i7-7700k instead.

[@MrMunklez]

The AIO cooler for the cpu should be placed in the cpu water pump header instead of the cpu fan? or?

[@adlawd3297]

Do you think it'd be possible to use a Kraken 280mm mounted all the way forward and put the GPU 140mm on the top rear? Or would it be safer to use the 240mm Kraken?

[@gizmoriderfulye8007]

So, did the E-ATX fit well to R6? In addition, can you remove motherboard without taking off the top AIO?

[@qq312qq]

Why you 2 in same weight?

[@Ben95S]

I've placed the aio the same as in this video but when I try to put the top panel back on, it wont go on as the screws from the aio stop it from going in. Any help would be nice

[@jurry7777]

Great vid. Just small recommendation. Speak more to the camera than one to each other..

[@mkaelani437]

Hard to breath

[@loganweber162]

What would be a good first build for a gaming pc?

[@eltouristoduo]

re: top rad. why would you put filter on exhaust? just reduces flow for no reason.

[@_Epictetus_]

Where do we get this case!? Can't find it anywhere in USA!

[@MaZEEZaM]

Im surprised, I did a quick google search for buying it in Australia, it can be preordered as its not released till 8 Jan next year. I was very much considering it till I saw it doesn't have a USB C front header :'( deal breaker for me.

[@adlawd3297]

It does man, you can buy a separate IO for it that has one.

[@adlawd3297]

www.fractal-design.com/home/product/accessories/connect-d1

[@darkseraph0]

What was the rgb strip you used?

[@erlandjohansen7195]

Phanteks strip, came with the mobo

[@bitmau5]

You had me at EATX. I'll take 2 please. One Intel build and one Threadripper build.

[@cryonix123]

can i use a corsair h115i with this case ?

[@mikkelstormhansen9733]

Yes

[@stevep5789]

would it be possible to bottom mount a 280mm AIO CPU cooler? trying to figure out of the hoses would reach to CPU location, or if front/top mounting would be mandatory

[@mrcapello]

could you fit a 360 rad in the top and front at the same time ?

[@mcgman8058]

Do not put your gpu radiator on the bottom of the case like shown. Always do whatever possible to mount it above the gpu. Because there is an air pocket in all aio's thats used as an expansion medium to buffer your fluids expansion when it heats up. With the radiator at the lowest point your air pocket will now rise to the pump head, which is going to cause your pump impeller to constantly mix air with your coolant and emulsify the fluid , changing its density and coolant properties as well as throw off your rpm. Each time the computer sits the pump is going to start and have to reprime itself before it gets going.

[@timcotton2350]

As soon as a vendor actually has this case available, I'll be building the following in it: ASUS Maximus X Apex (E-ATX); Intel i5-8600K; Fractal Design Celsius S36 (mounted in the front); ASUS ROG Strix GTX-1080 11Gbps; 2x8GB G.Skill Trident Z RGB 3200 C14; 2x Samsung 960 PRO 512GB RAID0 (on DIMM.2); WD Caviar Black 4TB 7200RPM; Seasonic Prime Titanium 650W. pcpartpicker.com/list/FGvMJV

[@andreibacsaev6113]

Does the Celsius 36 water pump block at the processor glow during operation? like the video card does.

[@PleaseStackChairs]

Is there place for EVGA hybrid card rad in the back fan slot?

[@andrewgonzalez9620]

The RM850x power supply cables look terrible. You would think they would be sleeved. The individual cables create pockets of resistance.

[@greatribman1]

Wouldn't do a Christmas give away of that build 😘. Also could you guys do a thread ripper build with a Vega?