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Fractal Design Node 202 HTPC Case

(59 Ratings, 4.4 Average)

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Specifications

Manufacturer

Fractal Design

Part #

  • FD-CA-NODE-202-BK
  • CA-NODE-202-BK

Type

HTPC

Color

Black

Power Supply

None

Side Panel

None

Power Supply Shroud

No

Front Panel USB

USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A

Motherboard Form Factor

Mini ITX

Maximum Video Card Length

310 mm / 12.205"

Drive Bays

2 x Internal 2.5"

Expansion Slots

2 x Full-Height

Dimensions

  • 332 mm x 377 mm x 88 mm
  • 13.071" x 14.843" x 3.465"

Volume

  • 11.014 L
  • 0.389 ft³

Price History

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    Reviews

    ahughes03
    • 9 points
    • 2 years 7 months ago

    Ok, so this part is probably the hardest for me to review, even though it's the specific part that I designed this entire build around. Overall, it's an excellent case for it's intended purpose- a space to build a computer that would fit next to a gaming console, in a rack, etc. It's definitely high quality (I almost always build in Fractal cases). I wish the clips that hold the bottom part of the case onto the frame were designed a little better- they can be very tricky to get off. I also wish there were a few more cable routing options for the internal AC cord. And on that note, I wish the internal AC cord had a more robust strain relief between the plug and the cable- I rerouted mine (to be fair- with a sharper bend) and the sheathing peeled back a bit, exposing the internal (sheathed) black and white wires). To be clear- the power cable is still fine, I just wish the strain relief was better.

    Pro cable routing tip. The case has a "compartment" for your 2.5" SSDs. In addition to using that space for my 1TB SSD, I used the space to hide a bunch of extra cable.

    AlaireA
    • 4 points
    • 3 years 1 month ago

    from completed build Work PC

    Fairly easy to build in, and has decent compatibility. Caseful which power supply you use, make sure it fits. I didn't need any extra fans because my parts were low temperature.

    jfourman
    • 4 points
    • 3 years 6 months ago

    Absolutely love this case. It is a perfect fit in my AV rack.

    ecod24
    • 7 points
    • 4 years ago

    I want to give this a 5 star review, but it just doesn’t tick too many boxes in terms of building ergonomics (particularly SATA drives and motherboard standoffs), this case is in dire need of a refresh. There are better cases in this form factor, but they often cost double at the very least.

    mythic017
    • 31 points
    • 4 years 1 month ago

    from completed build The Console - My First PC Build

    I really like this case. The sleek console look reminds me of my Xbox One. Small and Compact. However, when going for ITX you need to do loads of planning and research. I did my diligence and it turned out well. It is a little frustrating to build in especially for a first timer but I did it in the end. Upgrading things is a pain as you pretty much have to take apart the entire system depending on what you upgrade.

    LongerBus
    • 4 points
    • 4 years 3 months ago

    from completed build Node 202/nr200

    Great small form factor case. The problem is thermals for the gpu. The 2060 is not a top tier card but even with plenty of ventilation holes cut in the cover of the 202, the gpu was still constantly thermally throttling. this case could be amazing if the cover was made out of metal so that they could cut ventilation holes around the gpu. i cut a piece of paper to prevent recirculation of air to the cpu. it fits nicely into the dust filter without having to 3d print something. I ordered a cooler master nr200 to replace the 202 ,and turned it on its side. still fits in slim spaces but maintains sub 70 degree gpu temps.

    marwis
    • 8 points
    • 4 years 6 months ago

    from completed build Ryzen 3600 / RTX2070S / Mini-ITX

    Gets burning hot outside, right next to GPU underside.

    I think GPU should've been mounted farther away from the side, with holes and enough space to install fans to cool GPU underside.

    Power LED is annoyingly bright.

    Fits IKEA Besta TV unit :) There's not enough ventilation though due to limited clearance.

    lukebandy
    • 14 points
    • 4 years 7 months ago

    from completed build The Downsizer

    Cheap, clean looking, and easy to build in for the size. Doesn't deal with removing hot air well though.

    mykingdomhere
    • 7 points
    • 4 years 7 months ago

    from completed build Powerful Node 202

    It's very small. Like small small. Not Xbox 360 small but very close to it. Plastic is sturdy, thick, hard to break or leave a scratch on. Can fit basically any GPU provided a few modifications were done to case. Beware of PSU cable though, details in main description

    Hyliian
    • 8 points
    • 4 years 7 months ago

    Good case, almost all parts are made of metal, there is enough room for cables if you use a SFX modular psu. GPU support is only for 2 expansions slot but up to 310mm long and 50mm thick even 70mm if you dont want to add fans. Downsides: Near the GPU expansions slot there is a screw that needs to bee removed in order to fit the GPU if it has a backplate. Pretty bad the power cable that runs through all the case in the worst places, had to reroute in better place and bend a bit to much to fit both fans. Used for my first mini build, it was funny and challenging to build in it!

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