Define XL R2

Bigger and better: building on the success of the awarding-winning Define XL

  • High density sound-dampening material for an optimal silent case
  • ModuVent™ design allows you to choose between optimal silence or maximum airflow
  • Powerful internal layout and additional PCI expansion slots, fitting the enthusiast system

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Room for water cooling – everywhere

This updated chassis carries on the family tradition of providing superb cooling and ventilation capabilities with exceptional expandability, in a sleek and stylish Scandinavian form.

The Define XL R2, which includes our innovative ModuVent™ feature, has an updated internal layout that offers even greater modularity and flexibility, including capacity for 9 PCI cards and two HDD cages that can be repositioned to provide even more space for water cooling radiators.

Key features

  • High density sound-dampening material for an optimal silent case

  • Patented ModuVent™ design allows the user to choose between optimal silence or maximum airflow

  • With a new internal layout and additional PCI expansion slots, it can harbor the most powerful enthusiast systems

  • Both HDD cages can be removed or repositioned for increased airflow or allowing a front radiator mount

  • Easily fits water cooling equipment in the front, top, rear and bottom without major modifications

  • Three-speed fan controller is strategically integrated in the front panel and supports up to 3 fans

  • Three Silent Series R2 fans are included, featuring hydraulic bearings which contribute to a longer life expectancy

  • New tool-less front fan holder makes switching front fans a breeze

Reviews

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"Truth be told, as far as acoustics in an enthusiast-grade case go, you're really going to have a rough time beating what Fractal Design has accomplished here. Other cases will cool better, sure, but the XL R2 still cools well, and it's able to snuff out a lot of noise in the process. The price is right, the performance is there, and it's exceptionally easy to recommend the XL R2 for a power user that still wants a quiet system."
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"We are particularly impressed with the acoustic performance of this case as it is extremely quiet under any situation, only registering above 30 dBA at the maximum fan setting."
Kitguru Read the full review
"The Define XL R2 Black Pearl is a case worthy of many awards. There simply is nothing to knock for this, and just so much to love about it! You really need to seriously consider this chassis for any build on up to XL-ATX."
TweakTown Read the full review

Specifications

  • 3.5" HDD / SSD trays
    8
  • 5.25" bays
    4
  • Expansion slots
    9
  • Front ports
    2x USB 3.0, 2x USB 2.0, Audio in/out, Power button with LED (blue), Reset button, Fan controller (behind door)
  • Total fan mounts
    7
  • Front fan
    2x 120/140 mm (included 1x hydraulic bearing 140 mm Silent Series R2 fan @ 1000 RPM)
  • Top fan
    2x 120/140 mm
  • Rear fan
    1x 120/140 mm (included 1x hydraulic bearing 140 mm Silent Series R2 fan @ 1000 RPM)
  • Bottom fan
    1x 120/140 mm (included 1x hydraulic bearing 140 mm Silent Series R2 fan @ 1000 RPM)
  • Side fan
    1x 120/140 mm
  • Dust filters
    Front fans, Bottom
  • Cable routing grommets
    Yes
  • Left side panel
    Industrial sound-dampened steel
  • Right side panel
    Industrial sound-dampened steel

Compatibility

  • Power supply type
    ATX
  • Motherboard compatibility
    ATX, Micro ATX, mini-ITX, E-ATX and XL-ATX
  • Front radiator
    240 mm when HDD cages are removed or repositioned
  • Top radiator
    240 mm or 280 mm when using slim radiators
  • Rear radiator
    120 mm or 140 mm
  • Bottom radiator
    120 mm
  • PSU max length
    190 mm when using the bottom fan location, 345 mm when not using this fan location
  • GPU max length
    330 mm with the top HDD cage installed, 480 mm with the top cage removed
  • CPU cooler max height
    170 mm (when no fan is installed in the side panel)
  • Cable routing space
    26 mm

Dimensions

  • Case dimensions (WxHxD)
    232 x 559 x 560 mm
  • Net weight
    16.4 kg
  • Package dimensions (WxHxD)
    322 x 637 x 655 mm
  • Package weight
    19 kg
  • Volume
    70.2 liters

Other

  • Warranty
    2 Years
  • Package contents
    Define XL R2 computer case, Accessory box, User manual
  • EAN
    7350041081005
  • UPC
    817301011006
  • Additional information
    Available for System Integrators
  • Product code (Black)
    FD-CA-DEF-XL-R2-BL
  • Product code (Titanium)
    FD-CA-DEF-XL-R2-TI