Impressive Fractal Era 2 & Mood Mini Cases
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- Опубліковано 25 чер 2024
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Fractal is releasing its new Era 2 & Mood mini-ITX cases, one of which uses aluminum and wood while the other uses a fabric around the exterior shell of the case. The Fractal Mood uses a single 180mm x 38mm Torrent case fan at the top of the chassis tower, leveraging two blocked-off sides and two open sides to guide air straight into the separated GPU and CPU compartments within the case. The Era 2 uses 2x 120mm bottom fans for intake. We have the price and release date for both the Mood and the Era 2 in this video. Both cases use a clever mechanical design that we think is well-executed, giving a "unibody" feel to the outer shell (but not technically) for easy interior access to components. Fractal also has its Scape headset and Refine chair, although we're not spending time covering them.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Fractal Era 2 & Mood Mini-ITX Cases
02:43 - Fractal Mood Mini-Tower Airflow
07:13 - Fractal Era 2 Wood & Aluminum ITX Case
10:23 - Refine Chair & Scape Headset
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Personally I always considered the volume of a case to be the internal volume. How much space do you have to fit components into. I would consider including external components, IE feet, to be a form of advantageous advertising. That is to say, claiming they have more storage space than the case provides.
I really only pay attention to what sized components fit in a given case since that is a more tangible metric. Volume seams to be a more appreciable measurement for SFF builders but I wonder how the community feels about including external components.
the mood looks great steve, how ever it doesnt seem to fit 3 pcie slot gpus such as the pny 4090.
I never understand the chairs these companies make where they don't fit the body comfortably, such as putting a overly sized head cushion that pushes your head out uncomfortably. Make the damn chairs fit the body properly to feel relaxing and comfortable.
The raspberry pi case is sick
I would love to see them do that one but also a few others, you know a couple of different ideas) if there's only one, they absolutely have to come up with this one
I'd buy one
I know, right? I need a raspberry for my RGB setup so this would be a very aesthetic addition!
Fractal please release the CAD files if ya ain't gonna sell it!
Lol 1k click.. Nice😂
PiNorth case needs a release. WTF are you thinking Fractal? That is cool AF.
Pi North or Pine North? 😉
@@kotztotz3530PiNorth
I NEED IT.
Can confirm. Would buy. Best product in the whole video.
100% would buy this. I need a mini case to match the big case
Fractal: Works really hard on these new cases and chairs. Absolutely nails it.
The raspberry pi nerd at the fractal office: "Imma make this cute little raspberry pi case"
Every single one of Fractal's potential customers: SELL ME THAT MINI-ME THING
🤑💰💸
That mini North is just adorable. Fractal? SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY!
That Pi case is very nice. Please Fractal, SELL IT.
Anyway, back to you Steve !
Take my money Fractal!
Fractal... Even if it's a single limited production run, please make the pi case. I know it'd be expensive but it's gorgeous.
I don't have a Pi . . . yet but If that was available I'd really look at finding the money to purchase it. Depending on the price it might be a impulse buy for when I eventually get a Pi or two. :)
or at least make the stl files public :)
Do it Fractal! I have too many Pies and at least one of them does some sort of desktop/server use and would benefit from a cool case like that!
Fractal, "if you build it, they will come".
Give us the damn Pi case 😂
The Mini North, I AM DYING!! 😭💕
That Raspi Pi North case is adorable.
finally, an actual air purifier case
I set my torrent fans a little higher than default along with a peerless assassin and it’s great 😂
With enough UV LEDs in your case I guess it can double up as one.
Hot air diffuser 😅
I keep thinking I want a Mini-ITX build again (My last one was in a BitFenix Prodigy case).... and that case looks pretty damn sharp. But yeah.... can't imagine what that'll look like after a couple weeks worth of fan pulling air through fabric. "Gee, I wonder where the fan is inside this case?" lol
Silverstone used to have Mammoth MM01
The NorthPi is the cutest thing ever. I have no use for a Pi, but I'd get one just for that case.
A Pihole might be a good excuse to have the mini fractal PiC
Pihole or small desktop emulator.
you could make an openwrt router with one
I have a raspberry pi kit laying around i still haven't used. I would build it up just to have this little case. It would look so good next to my atx north case. Ugh! Lol
I have 2 pis, one runs pi-hole, one is a retropie emulation box. Would love to stick either one in this case!
I really like how Fractal isn't afraid to deviate from the norms. Their cases are always uniquely theirs
I've seen miniature 3D-Printed Norths already for the RPi, complete with mount for a miniature Noctua fan on the back, but an official one would be awesome.
Showing us that adorable little NorthPi and telling us we can’t have it is devastating.
That mini North thing has made me realise how much I would love a wood-type NAS enclosure.
This is what I was thinking.
NAS cases have been my current obsession
time to buy a laser cutter then
I was thinking for a media PC, but I like that idea as well.
I've had trouble finding a good case to use for a NAS with 2 3.5" drives and at least 8 2.5" drives.
Omg. The North Pi case is sick!!
Ok, that Pi case is pretty sick. Would definitely buy one.
Yes Please! Bring out that case for the RPi, like Yesterday already.
Listen up, Fractal! You NEED to sell that Pi case. I'd buy one!
casually makes the coolest pi case ever, doesnt sell it, come on fractal
That Pi case is very nice. Please Fractal, SELL IT.
That Pi case is cute AF. I need at least two of them so they look nice on the shelf where they're currently running.
OMG yes PLEASE sell that pi case, fractal! bonus points if you make a slightly scaled up version that can fit a hard drive and a tiny lil tower cooler!
Including an M.2 adapter in that case would be cool!
Even if the Pi can't use the full bandwidth. =D
We also need an RGB version of it. 😎
Yes. The ICE Tower.
cats will love that fabric. I guess we need a Snowflake test.
PC case and scratch post combo. Honestly not a bad idea. Cats like warm things. I should probably patent it before someone else reads the comments.
ahahaha. Great idea. I'm going to do that!
I'd be concerned about the colour bleaching with sunlight exposure
And then do the thermals, when the cat is laying on top.
It's a feature, right?!?
@@Anonymous_Man given that it was published, I'm not sure it'll survive the prior art test, so you're probably too late😂😂😂😂
I have many PI's that would very much like to live in such a luxurious wood lined home, all PI's deserve a Sanctuary, a place where they can relax and feel safe and secure - this is not just a must but a making the world a better place obligation Herr Fractal North ! Do like that Mood case as well though, similar in airflow concept to the Series X except it looks good externally with the tasteful colours and mesh panelling , hopefully preforms thermally once fully loaded
The pi case looks so cute, please make a larger version to help allow different expansion hats
Finally
A vertical ITX case with a (by the looks of it) square foot print.
The Mood is looking very nice.
It looks amazing! Would love to build a new PC with it.
I'm with you on this. I've been looking for something like this for long time. For me weight might be a concern, but depending on how they're doing the fans, the strength of the fans, this could be the case for me
Silverstone FT03 and FT03 Mini were early to that party by over a decade (came out in 2010 IIRC). I guess they were ahead of the curve!
Edit: there's also the SFFTime MNLT which also has this form factor and it has been out for a few years. Understandable if you haven't seen it though, it's a very niche one-man shop so probably less well known outside of the SFF community
Great alternative to the NZXT H1 v2.
@@LucidStrike but this would be a lot cheaper to transplant a PC into, like i'm planning to do now. also fitting a 240/280mm rad is nice
Fractal is doing awesome!! Do release the NorthPi case please
I'd buy that Fractal Pi case right now before any of the others, since the others take me much more thought, planning, and use scenarios. I hope Fractal make the Pi case!
I absolutely NEED a Pi North to sit next to my Fractal North!
Fractal, we DO need that kind of super cool accessories on the Raspberry market. The current market is boring, you’d make a pretty penny from it I’m sure, and we’d be delighted to pay for it.
Back to you, Steve!
Love that Raspberry Pi case.
The mini north is so cute!
The more you fractal, the more you neuron activation.
Just love the more elegant designs they offer in a sea of brands trying to out-gamer each other. These cases look like proper furniture pieces.
We want the Fractal North Raspberry Pi! It is time to summon The Geerling!
Jeff Geerling, heed our dark demand: An x86 board we burn, by our hand. Kernel panic, hardware fight, Summon the ARM, bring forth your might!
You fool, you committed the destructive version of the ritual! That doesn't summon good Jeff that summons red shirt Jeff!
😱 @@Its-Just-Zip
@@Its-Just-ZipSo be it.
I want a mini North as my external DAC/AMP!
***the demented ritual fails and summons a herd of Ballmers scurrying around chanting 'Developers!' while sweating profusely.***
The North Pi case is INSANE, love it :) Please sell it!
There's not a single ugly product there. I love their design.
With the Ridge and Mood, fractal design really put it into work and is really going in a classy/simplistic premium case look and I loooove that❤
I'd totally buy a pico-North to go with my full size North!
I want that Raspberry Pi case NOW!
Okay, Fractal, if you are reading this - the world needs a cool and functional Pi case like that! Please make one!
That case for the Raspberry Pi looks very nice.
Oh that Pi case is sweet definately need to sell that! Great Computex coverage!!
That PiNorth case is cool af
The mood would be amazing for a living room build beside the TV.
The pi case looks awesome. I want 2 or 3!
I need that pi case with a passion.
I'd totally buy the North Pi case!
That Pi case would EASILY sell like gangbusters. The Pi community has needed a proper case manufacturer involved for a long time.
I think the fractal chair looks classy.
Until now I was always like: "Do I need Raspberry Pi, no. Do I want one, not really sure" ... but if the Fractal Raspberry Pi case will come out, I will need one :D
The pi case is really neat
I'm a carpenter and I have worked with all types of woods. If it is a dense wood, it should be fine structurally if air is constantly moving through the grill.
Temperature is never the issue, it's moisture. If you live on the water and DO NOT have climate control (AC with dehumidification) even with the steel back plate it still could warp, but it would need to sit for a while, without air flow, and see high humidity then see low humidity without any use.
I'm sure it is coated with a polyurethane, or soaked in an oil. Both of which prevent moisture from entering the grain.
If the wood is left untreated moisture will enter the wood fibers until it's equal to the relative humidity of the environment.
As the environment becomes less humid and the wood begins to dry out, the moisture trapped in the fibers at the top surface of the wood evaporates faster than the moisture below and the wood fibers get smaller and pull the outter ones towards the center, and that is what causes the wood to cup or bow.
Because it is open, with very little blockage, besides the metal, and when the fans are going, any moisture that got in the wood should evaporate at a more even rate so the wood shouldn't bow or cup.
But again, if the computer sits unused and it sees humidity cycles, and the preservative is old and brittle, it could cup or bow.
Finally a good looking Raspberry Pi case
Hell yes to that pi case!
that pi case is adorable
Fractal should 100% sell that Pi enclosure. It's pretty sweet!
Love the airflow mentality of fractal
That cute raspberry pi north will sell like hotcakes and great for audiophiles with very expensive wooden headphones.
The Pi case is so cute
That Mood case literally made me go "fuuuuuuuuuu" as it looks SO CLEAN! 😍
Banger cases as always from Fractal. Glad to see that the custom home pc industry is now big enough for design brands who can focus on quality and refinement.
North Pi super sick!
I'd buy the Pi case! Also moving away from gaming laptops to get a new proper desktop setup so Fractal got me interested. Thanks Steve for your hard work!
Really want that Fractal North Pi case even in it's most basic form!
Doesn't matter whenever it support RPI4 or RPI5, I gladly take any.
ZOMG!! That Pi North case is so cute! I wants one NOW!!
Id say yes to the Pi case
I would absolutely be interested in that Raspberry pi case.
Feels like Fractal are the only case manufacturer to employ an actual designer, really love the looks
I would *DEFINITELY* buy that Pi Case!! I have several and I'd love that case.
I NEED THAT PiNorth CASE!
The Raspberry Pi Mini North looks amazing, if priced reasonably I'd definitely buy 2-3
Would 100% buy the mini north. i dont even have the regular case but that mini is just to adorable
Both of those actual cases are super nice looking.
They need to ship that Pi case!
Would buy the the Pi case.
We need more Pi case manufacturers. Thanks Steve
The Pi case is so adorable I want one badly 😍
Fractal please sell that amazing looking Raspberry Pi Mini North case. I would buy one in a heartbeat.
That PI case is awesome fractal make it happen!
As soon as Fractal dropped the North, I knew it would be the first of a trend because it just looked so dang good. I’ve had mine for about a year and a half, love it.
that Pi case is absolutely adorable. I so want one!
+1 for the Fractal Pi case. That would just be amazing.
On the Era 2, I'd really like to see - when you get around to testing it - whether the Arctic LF3 280mm will fit in it. That really seems to be the gold standard in AIOs right now.
That Pi case would be perfect for my home audio setup
Holy moly sell it sell it sellll ittttt
You can see the creativity and thoughtful solutions that went into their line-up of products! I'd be happy with any of these cases in a new mini ATX build. I'll revisit this video if I find a steal on a mini ATX am4 motherboard.
Thanks Steve, another excellent review.
Mood looks like a speaker, which is great.
I don't even rassberry pi and i want that mini north case for it
Also the mood mini looks very interesting
I really like the aesthetic Fractal has been leaning into these past years. Starting with the Torrent (which I use and am very pleased with), their adherence to a more industrial and/or subdued look makes their hardware very easy on the eyes with good quality and performance to match. I'm glad they're around, doing things just different enough to stand out on their own while still being familiar enough to pick up easily. While the cases are the stars of the show, I'm also genuinely curious about their upcoming chairs now too.
Fractal just keeps making the best home-useable cases. The Mood looks absolutely perfect for a casual home PC, a Media PC, anything that will be seen in the home. So very cool.
The mini MP3 case is the best this year!
That Pi Case is awesome!
The Pi North case is adorable and so beautiful. I am noch a "Pi Guy" but i could imagine to become one with such a good looking case
Those chairs looks so good
I need that Pi case! Would go great with my North.
Omg I need that Pi case
Yes, please! Such case for my Rpi would be so cool!!!
The PiNorth is adorable! I want one!
Not gonna lie Fractal and LianLi have imo been the top 2 manufacturers for let's say the past 5 years when it comes to mass produced cases.
I got my first Lian Li case about 20yrs ago... Built an AMD Barton Core 2500 CPU which was run at 3200 speeds, I think that was paired with a Radeon 9700Pro (or maybe it was 970Pro)
Awesome system and the first all aluminium tower with a slide out motherboard tray.
Def gonna be looking at Fractal or Lian Li for my next build... but that's going to be late 2025 or 26 at the earliest... my 5800X3D is still more than capable.
Super happy with my O11 Dynamic.
@@Anomnomnomaly Wish you good fun with your next build man !
@@p0xygen Yeah O11 has definitely become a staple in its category . Legendary case for sure .
Phanteks too
I would definitely buy that Raspberry Pi case!
Love the mood's look