$90 Fractal Pop 2 Vision Case Review: Budget Dual-Chamber ATX Fish Tank

Fractal Design has released the Pop 2 Vision, a dual-chamber ATX computer case designed for budget-conscious builders. The product distinguishes itself by utilizing 3-pin DC fan control instead of the more common PWM standard. This design choice aims to reduce manufacturing costs while maintaining acceptable thermal performance.

Supports ATX, micro-ATX, and Mini-ITX motherboards with included fans

The case supports ATX, micro-ATX, and Mini-ITX motherboards. It ships with four 120mm Aspect 12X Reverse fans. The front I/O panel includes one USB Type-A 5Gbps port, one USB Type-C 5Gbps port, and an audio/mic combo jack. All these ports share a single internal header.

Spec comparison

Internal clearance allows for a graphics card up to 412 mm long. Users can install CPU coolers up to 172 mm in height and power supplies up to 190 mm in length. The unit weighs 9.7 kg. Fractal Design offers two versions of the case. The non-RGB model costs 90 USD. The RGB version costs 100 USD.

Independent testing from Gamers Nexus provides context for the case's performance. The reviewer noted that CPU P-Core temperatures averaged 47 degrees Celsius above ambient at a noise level of 27 dBA. GPU temperatures averaged 44 degrees Celsius above ambient under the same conditions. The case produced 34 dBA of noise at full fan speed.

Reviewers described the Pop 2 Vision as one of the best budget dual-chamber ATX fish-tank options available. However, they also noted that standard tower cases like the Lancool 207 offer better cooling performance. Fractal Design has not confirmed a specific launch window for the product.