Fractal Meshify 2 Nano: So close to being great

[@GearSeekers]

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[@brentb_]

first time I've seen someone do this, thank u kindly

[@hook357]

Just air cool it and that will help with the gpu clearance. I don't understand why people hate air cooling so much.

[@TheJamesKF]

Absolutely. Having run AIOs and even multi rad custom loops I always end up going back to air. its easy , can be nice and quiet once curves are set up and is reliable AF.

[@Sabre912]

i dont HATE air cooling .. but i love overclocking my stuff for being able to squeeze the most out of my cpu until the bitter end.. which for me is next year when i save up for AM5. i have an i5-8600k BEAST of a CPU.. once i added a 360 aio from EKWB i was able to OC it to 5.2 ghz and its been able to steadily let me play in full 1440p.. then this march i got a evga 3080ti my last gpu was 1080ti.. my next build will be fully water looped.. why ? i want to finally try it out.. yes i know its expensive af but i like the asthetic.. before my ekwb.. i had a darkrock 4 pro.. beast of an air cooler and let me fully boost my PC.. TLDR.. i wanted something different next build.

[@korruption2802]

AIOs are kind of trendy so that makes sense

[@JamieR]

No hate! Have used air coolers for ages without ever wanting to liquid cool. That said, the slower increase of temp and possibility to O.C properly is a big plus with AIOs. Plus they are quite stylish.

[@joshharrison72]

It's just the marketing. Don't hate on enthusiasts who have never used both

[@Maxwell1725P]

That air scoop at the bottom looks great

[@luckyowl10]

Damn, this is what I waited for, a mITX version of Meshify 2, great case. But I prefer Torrent Nano, it's a little more premium and I would use a Noctua tower cooler instead of a water cooler. I don't really about the temperatures of Intel i9 12900K. That CPU is a furnace, it uses a lot more power than it should (Intel OCed the hell out of it just to perform better than AMD). I would take the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D any day, every day, it has almost the same performance with a lot lower power consumption, it's a no brainer. Also, I don't care that much about not fitting a T-Rex of an GPU, they are getting too big and too power hungry anyway, I don't plan on buying top of the line GPUs. I also like Cooler Master NR200, but that's in the SSF market, without the front to back airflow.

[@adityahalbe8555]

They should've made this as an SFX PSU only case, it would've been perfect honestly.

[@GearSeekers]

[phone] AGREE!

[@timmbucktu62]

I never had a SFX PSU, so this might be a dumb question. What would be the advantage? Isn't the hight mostly the same as for an ATX PSU, but shorter length and width?

[@aros2300]

@@timmbucktu62 They're significantly smaller in all dimensions. This makes them great for small case design.

[@timmbucktu62]

@@aros2300 ok, but what would the gain have been in this case? The PSU-shroud would be half an inch lower? Doesn't seem like too much of a difference in comparison to the general dimemsion of the case.

[@aros2300]

@@timmbucktu62 Not sure. Hmm They might be able to fit another pci-e slot, to add full matx support, not sure about the exact dimensions though.

[@SoftyCup94]

Got his big brother and I'm very glad of it since its great. Nice to discover this smaller version

[@hyetoch]

If it could only have a 3-slot PCIE for the GPU along with a tad bit horizontal and vertical height for the AIO, it would have been a perfect mITX case. I will stick to my NR200P. Great video Nick!

[@xneiil]

same here, i have nr200p but have a big gpu

[@laszlosarkozi1385]

There is the slightly bigger version, the Meshify 2 mini. That has Matx MoBo support, 4 Pcie slot, room for a 280mm Aio in the front.

[@kalied441]

I feel like if used a 3 slot gpu ud just be chocking it with how close to the psu shroud it would be? so kinda pointless. Only reason it works with the nr200p is cause it uses top mounted psu

[@hyetoch]

@@kalied441 hence the wishful thinking of vertical height increase for the GPU to breathe

[@lsh19930713]

@@kalied441 Agree. Just like original nzxt h210, this layout is not ideal for airflow to GPUs.

[@rcarter1690]

I love these small pc builds but it’s such a shame for the sacrifices you have to make. It’s impressive how NR200 has stayed at the top of the game this long.

[@konrad999999]

i agree with you 100%

[@cat-.-]

Torrent nano vs NR200 vs A4H2O. Is giving me headaches which one to go with.

[@foxcannon]

What are some other founders edition cards you can fit in here with that AIO? I know you used the 3060ti and it looks like it has quite a bit of room left to work with, so could you fit possibly a 3070 or 3080? Also, is there room for the 280mm version of that AIO at the front?

[@brycem7580]

"Plenty of room for activities" ... I see your stepbrothers reference there, and I'm for it! In fact, it makes me like you even more... what a bloody good movie :)

[@Phalaxis83]

Clean looking build fams! Nice air scoop, what's next, a rear spoiler lol

[@cj_zak1681]

love that air scoop :-) reminds me of an old giant Cougar case I built in once

[@dimitriid]

This is good but in case anyone from Fractal is reading, I want them to also revisit the Era since I really like that layout better in theory, in practice however they really didn't do a good enough job for temps to be usable: slightly raised feet and a 'Meshify' version of the Era would make it extremely attractive as that case also doesn't needs much more to actually be usable.

[@EverythingisFire]

Sorry if I missed it. Is there a SFX bracket included or available for purchase? I'm considering up-sizing my current case & would be carrying over an SFX that I've been enjoying.

[@nosajmartinez6175]

AIO pump/block tops are also about the same height as a cpu block with 90 degree rotary fittings so this would also be an out for some open loop water cooling with top mounted rads. Could use slim fans and non rotary fittings though. Thanks for reviews like this showing different angles and perspectives in the case with different types of hardware. It does really help with planning out builds! Big thumbs up!!!

[@lsh19930713]

It is a good looking case and I do think it is better to use a air cooler here. And I feel the current ITX cases are not working well with top-end CPUs anymore (5950x 12900k). But if anyone looks for a mid to high end platform, 5600x/12600k+3070/3080 level, this case should work perfectly fine for them

[@computerpwn]

i think for the price, this case has a really nice aesthetic especially in a budget build with a 'normal' sized gpu

[@sauron2012lifad]

Finally a Nano S sequel worth to upgrade.

[@reddot8100]

Thank you man, cool setup especially scythe skrewdriver😀👍

[@mjsolomon5427]

The man loves his AIO coolers.

[@DannysTechChannel]

Love the cinematic video as always. Very professional and creative. The white lighting on this build looks awesome too! Keep it up mate.

[@KlaireGearSeekers]

Thanks!

[@sallysbananenrepublik3740]

If you use lp ram you can avoid the gap and you also could mount the fans behind the radiator to shorten the tubes and than you don't need to remove the guard from the tubes.

[@madmardi434]

Do you setup your front rad as intake or exhaust? I've seen this one debated a lot.

[@r.s.w.k4569]

It seems like the only issue is watercooling clearance. Is this issue enough to give the case a thumbs down? I mean, why are we trying to stuff radiators in the roof of an ITX case? Or couple them with gigantor GPUs in the front of the case? I do agree about pricing, Fractal needs to get this down to 75-80 USD.

[@sevezart]

Nick, thanks for the nice review! I’m curious what kind of animated desktop wallpaper you have on your monitor in the very beginning? :)

[@GearSeekers]

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[@james_roy]

Nice video! What fan are those btw?

[@sch-corp]

Ohhh Nick I am so glad you are finally calling out Fractal for being overpriced!

[@SebiLegend]

Thanks for the video as always 🥰 In my opinion the case is an airflow case. If it would be cheaper it could be a very good entry level case...

[@84Actionjack]

I prefer a rad at the top too but sometimes sacrifices must be made. Great vid!

[@suphachaicharacroschanakul3162]

Compare to coolermaster np200max, which one is the best ?

[@Kelekona_808]

Why did you turn the white lights off on the FE card? White light theme should have worked well with the standard white lights on the card. Having an FE card I wish I had more color options than just white on white. I agree that the NR200 is a better option at the price point and parts compatibility.

[@GearSeekers]

The 3060 Ti doesn't have lighting. It's just painted on

[@francois.m]

Front mounted my 320mm rad in push pull on the Meshify 2 and the panels wouldn't fit. Fractal needs to share the STL file or sell the air scoop so I don't need to worry about my cables too 🤠

[@cianide99]

Meshify Nano is ITX. The mATX model is Meshify Mini and it has 4 PCIE slots.

[@GearSeekers]

I wish I could show you guys some of the spec documents we get sent so you can understand why we say the things we do.

[@cianide99]

@@GearSeekers And I don't doubt that. I have the C Mini and hadn't heard about these new models, so I was confused when you mentioned mATX compatibility thinking this was the same I have. Anyways, just clarifying. Not trying to put you on the spot. As I said in a previous video, I enjoy your vids and the effects and transitions you use. My videos aren't much, but I have some future builds in mind. As you say, I'll take my inspiration from your build videos to see what I can come up with. Keep'em coming!

[@mmmMarkyyyy]

Dat double beat on the intro…. Noice

[@justeddm]

Now this is much better than the pop air cases.. 😊 Perfect for a build with bequiet silent pro 4 at the front

[@matasa7463]

Lol that “everybody wants RGBBBBBBBBBB!!!” is perfect meme material for r/PCMR

[@KlaireGearSeekers]

😂😂

[@dackel4253]

What is the max thickness for a 280mm Radiator with fans in the front? Could i fit in an Arctic Liquid Freezer II A-RGB? It is 38mm thick with 27mm fans, so 65mm total thickness.

[@konrad999999]

when are we going to get an IXT case with support for dual 240 rads?

[@losingmyfavoritegame8752]

Great point about using only 120s at the top to make life easier.

[@akmarksman]

I'm wonder why they couldn't just update the Define Nano S instead? I'm still on the lookout for one.

[@kcdub04]

According to the specs, this bad boy can fit a nhd-15. I think this would be a great candidate for an aircooled build especially since it's fractal and airflow is their jam. This case sounds like a wet dream for me with my nhd-15 and tuf 3080 which will both fit from my previous meshify 2 compact build. Currently running a meshlicious with the be quiet 280 aio which just barely fits.

[@chenghaoyang6291]

3:40 Pretty sure the Meshify 2 Nano is mITX exclusively; it is the Meshify 2 Mini that supports mATX. They released two similar cases.

[@GearSeekers]

Yes I know. I have them. I mentioned that in the video.

[@jwaye89]

Bnager of a video, banger of the case (minus the price). Keep up the hard work

[@jacobplyler3470]

Having the NR200, it is hard to be satisfied with other ITX cases (outside of the small production ones). I would like an NR300 which would preferably be the exact same as the NR200 but fit MATX.

[@dimitriid]

As I mentioned in another comment, Fractal already has a similar layout product with the Era ITX, it's just that temps are so bad is mostly unusable without custom and honestly pretty bad looking feet that give it more bottom intake clearance. They really need a meshify version of the Era.

[@jacobplyler3470]

@@dimitriid Aesthetically, the Era looks nice, sadly the temps were bad. Though I really don't like the meshify case look personally.

[@tylernelson5115]

would it fit a 7800xt xfx merc? i cant seem to find the dementions to the card

[@narshlop117]

Great vid! The case is not my flavour, but always welcome more ITX options. p.s. Is that a Wallpaper Engine background? 👀 If so, can you let us know what that one's called or drop the link please? Cheers 😁

[@GearSeekers]

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[@Le_Mon9]

I wished you also tried using an aircooler and compare which type of cooler would be better.

[@KlaireGearSeekers]

Maybe next build. Only so many hours in our day 😊😊

[@GearSeekers]

"Better" is subjective.

[@Le_Mon9]

@@GearSeekers I mean better in terms of temps for the gpu and cpu. That shouldn't be subjective if you can get actual data.

[@Le_Mon9]

@@KlaireGearSeekers thanks! Or maybe you can do a video comparing aircoolers vs aio coolers in various mini itx cases. That would be very helpful to a lot of people.

[@superstaples]

It’s not garbage. This case is awesome. A) 12900k is too hot nobody should use it in here since you would need 360 AIO to run it properly. B) air cooler clearance is epic and what the build is for. The downfall is the GPU clearance I’d agree but unless you’re going top of the line the 40 series is perfect options for this case since small sizes and lower TDP. The cherry on top is being able to use ATX psu. NR200 you gotta use SFX or you’re on crack.

[@Gearsandco]

It is very reminiscent of the NZXT H210I and I have it. I did some mods to it like got a perforated front panel that late a good amount of intake.

[@PATroll_knocking]

Meshify 2 MINI/NANO looks really satisfy, one of the best looking matx/itx case I had ever seen, still the price...

[@FraGG7]

Hi, ASUS TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS in this case will be nice ??

[@franzpleurmann2585]

Is it possible to remove the fractal logo on the front? Is it screwed in?

[@LeslieTheSteez]

Dynamite comes in smol packages fr fr ! Small ITX cases are slowly becoming the norm and I am here for it but I do love me a good chonker system

[@Drewstir68]

You know a case is good when one complains about the little things. Like a top comment said, air cooling fixes your complaints. And surprise it’s a small case ofc you’re not going to fit every gpu, there are dozens of cards that fit and are powerful. Good video though

[@nathanpurss4582]

Nick would you ever consider looking at the Tecware Forge M? Similar dimensions, it's kind of like a knock-off clone of the Meshify

[@bajannovazone]

great video, great build, i enjoyed it, i prefer your case videos for the explanations of the ins and outs of the cases 🙂👍

[@KlaireGearSeekers]

Thanks mate!

[@Timmy51m]

Wonder if it's better on air

[@BobJPEG]

What wallpaper are you using?

[@MeioHeyo]

So you can put a atx psu Right ?

[@mirkodiciano4647]

great video guys that case has to many compromises for me for the asking price

[@papafunk3456]

Great video... I have this case and did manage to squeeze 2 140X25 mm be quiet SW4 fans up top however it was tight.

[@Lorten369]

Looks like a M-atx MB would fit. As most M-atx cases are too big.. Still rocking the rajintek Metis. Super small. But want a small M-Atx build. Not afraid to make new Holes. Don't care about warranty. Although the mini doesn't look that much bigger then this. 🤷🏼‍♂️🤔

[@Ilia_lingv1st]

cool review, thank you, mate

[@puddleduckist]

Seems like a sweet lil case with some good airflow! 👍 N..o..i..c..e!!!!!!!

[@oscarmetal]

2:30 R.I.P. rubber grommet

[@mpeay3945]

what's the wallpaper engine background on the monitor? looks pretty cool

[@GearSeekers]

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[@swizzler8053]

Fractal. Please make a real sf case. The era was so cool but I had zero airflow. Keep up the great work you guys and stay safe.

[@GearSeekers]

They tried a few years ago. It was baaaaad lol

[@notmatt5864]

so it is the same as the fractal meshify mini c from 2017?

[@GearSeekers]

No

[@Alvin853]

I wish they had made it actually small, SFF market needs more Airflow options, Meshlicious and H1 everywhere

[@durandalisdendroarchon]

Considering how old the Celsius is, I never seen Nick throw in the newer Lumen AIOs in Fractal themed builds. I currently have it looks and run great. It keep getting sold out and got my mine about 2 months ago. Didn't had to wait too long.

[@GearSeekers]

The Lumen AIOs don't come with LGA 1700 brackets in the box. I have them but no brackets.

[@durandalisdendroarchon]

@@GearSeekers really? In my box it did come with the lga 1700 and the 1200

[@GearSeekers]

Yeah ours didn't

[@geraldsperanza6173]

Gonna have to agree with you brother. Nice little case but some missed opportunities. I personally like the AIO on the top

[@brentb_]

shoutout to the music and camera Gods

[@KlaireGearSeekers]

All Nick. He's a wizard

[@singedtodeath]

Damn Im here early! NICE Love all your videos, been around for a long time and you have inspired me with a lot of build ideas(my wallet has shed many tears) keep up all the good work!

[@KlaireGearSeekers]

Thank you!

[@danebeee1]

Yeah I m not surprised the cpu was Around 86 at its highest since that was a 240mm aio. That damn cpu is sooo hot.

[@LordOfSweden]

Meshify 2 is my favorite case ever. Lookswise and otherwise. Nano is too small for me. But looks very cool. Fractal is the best.

[@lsh19930713]

They did release Meshify 2 Mini as well, supporting MATX and slightly bigger. I am actually looking forward to see Nick build one machine with that case. Plus overall, MATX build could be significantly cheaper due to the cost of MATX and SFX PSU.

[@lenaic3360]

quickly becoming my favorite creator and my wallet's greatest enemy :O Soon a nano vs pop mini comparison!?!!???

[@KlaireGearSeekers]

Sorry not sorry! 🤣🤣

[@Dj-sf7or]

i was going to go with this case, but now im just going to get the torrent nano or the nr200p for my itx form factor needs

[@scalamasterelectros3204]

Why not make it just 1 slot biger to fit a standart matx board i dont get it

[@GearSeekers]

They have an MATX version

[@indigomontari9022]

Nice case but it would not fit the GPU I use XFX merc 319 6800xt. That beast of a card almost does not fit in the NR200P that I use

[@makiwa]

I think AIO Manufacturers should offer differing Tube lengths.... Even 2 differing lengths would suffice.... Three would be ideal! What you reckon.....

[@GearSeekers]

AGREE!

[@campingdoesntpay5235]

Damn thats tight! Prolly will get it this case to build my sons first PC so he can play minecraft!

[@DrummClem]

I can't help but like these ITX cases... even if thermals and ease of use is not great.

[@K970i]

How heavy it is with all the component in it?

[@GearSeekers]

69420 KG

[@K970i]

@@GearSeekers no wonder I'm feeling high

[@belsteed6050]

Im looking for a case with 1-360mm rad support in a small case like this, with ATX PSU and I got the smallest GPU on the market, one slot and short. Been looking for months no luck , I'm a niche kind of consumer I guess and very picky, I want to see my PSU sides because it has a screen, nothing seems to fit all my wierd needs.

[@losingmyfavoritegame8752]

Nick, do you make music? 🙉🤘🎧 Jokes aside, I use my studio phones to watch your videos.

[@SunkaWicasa]

cougar mg140 or aerocool atomic for a matx build FTW

[@MIGEMI]

NR200P is still the king!

[@ornn6177]

those thermals for load are fine ???????????????????

[@GearSeekers]

Yes

[@DontEatCream]

I wish the GPU support was better. I mean, the case is already too big to be considered SFF; why not embrace that? Adding another PCI-e slot and another 30mm of length would have been clutch, especially considering the next gen GPUs are all gonna be huge.

[@GearSeekers]

Couldn't agree more!

[@rexdink]

When they fix all of it, the Meshify 3 Nano be soooo much better.

[@Kevin-vg5uw]

If this could take a 280rad infront with a 240 rad up top this would be my final case, I love the design it just lacks the support for adequate water cooling, aio cpu and watercooled asus 6900xt would look and function so well in here, what a shame, this could of been perfect, Fractal pleas build a nano+ to support these, and ship to suppliers in South Africa xd, love the case regardless

[@hman2875]

The psu shroud takes up too much space that could be used to supply larger gpus and the case overall is very unoptimized

[@stefanzlatanovic7521]

I wish the Meshify took some things from NR200P, who needs a big PSU for an ITX build nowadays?

[@SkysTrains]

i want this... but then i would have bought 3 am4 motherboards.... i swear if there is no white version like the focus g mini i will throw a gpu at the designer wait you said not an sff case. well too bad i will call it an sff case to make myself proud when i buy one i saw someone elses comment saying this would be better with an afx psu so you could add an matx motherboard. i agree i have edited this 5 times

[@Drewkungfoo]

OR the Thermaltake Tower 500 that you built in

[@mainframe3978]

Hey Nick love the video . I'm thinking about an i5 12th gen I've only have built with AMD CPU in the last 30 years. I have used intel in the past and always found it slower. What z690 board would be best

[@Snakey-pm1wh]

awesome shirt. average case to many restriction's on what size and were to place things . awesome cat shirt..

[@akhenoo2235]

Omg too many good case this year 😭🔥

[@jsnR-d7x]

intro slaps

[@honggoo]

Finally. But sadly I just bought a new case in last week