Fractal Design North Midi Tower

Fractal Design North | Natural Mid-Tower PC Case

The Fractal Design North Midi Tower Black delivers a refined approach to PC building, combining natural wood finishes with open-air ventilation for users who want both performance and style. Designed for ATX, micro-ATX, and Mini-ITX motherboards, it offers generous hardware compatibility while maintaining a living-space-friendly aesthetic.

Key Specifications

Natural Design Meets Open Ventilation

The North case integrates real oak or walnut front panels with a mesh top for a distinctive, furniture-like appearance. The open front design works alongside the fine-patterned mesh to deliver passive airflow without requiring excessive fan noise, making it ideal for living rooms or quiet workspaces.

Flexible Hardware Compatibility

With support for graphics cards up to 35.5 cm, CPU coolers up to 17 cm, and power supplies up to 25.5 cm, the North accommodates high-end builds. Seven expansion slots allow for multi-GPU or extensive I/O configurations, while bottom-mounted PSU placement improves cable routing and weight distribution.

Front I/O and Storage Options

A USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C port provides 10 Gbps transfer speeds and fast charging support. Two additional USB 3.0 Type-A ports and separate audio jacks are positioned on the front panel for easy access. Storage is flexible with two combined 3.5″/2.5″ mounts and two dedicated 2.5″ brackets included.

Cooling and Radiator Support

The case supports radiators up to 360 mm in the front and 240 mm on top, offering excellent liquid cooling potential. Two 140 mm PWM fans are pre-installed with room to expand to four 140 mm or six 120 mm fans total. A mesh side panel version adds even more airflow options.

Box Contents

• Fractal Design North Midi Tower Black case
• 2x 140 mm Aspect PWM fans (pre-installed)
• 2x combined 3.5″/2.5″ drive mounts
• 2x dedicated 2.5″ drive mounts
• Manual and mounting hardware

Check Before You Buy

• Confirm your GPU length is under 35.5 cm with front fans installed
• Verify your CPU cooler height is under 17 cm
• Check that your PSU length is under 25.5 cm
• Confirm your motherboard form factor is supported (ATX/mATX/ITX)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the North case include a power supply?

A: No, the power supply is not included and must be purchased separately.

Q: What fan sizes are supported?

A: Up to four 140 mm or six 120 mm fans can be installed in various configurations.

Q: Is there a side window option?

A: The standard version has no side window; a mesh side panel version is available for improved airflow.

Q: Can I install a 360 mm radiator?

A: Yes, a 360 mm radiator is supported in the front of the case.

The Consultant’s Verdict & Warranty

The Fractal Design North Midi Tower Black is ideal for builders who value aesthetics as much as performance, offering natural wood finishes and open ventilation in a mid-tower form factor. Covered by the standard Manufacturer Warranty.