Case Fractal Core 1100

Fractal Core 1100 is a compact Mini Tower case aimed at more budget-friendly and simple Micro ATX / Mini ITX configurations. The black, clean design, sufficient space for a graphics card up to 350 mm, and standard ATX power supply up to 185 mm allow you to build a serious machine in a small volume. Despite its size (only 175 x 358 x 410 mm), the case accommodates up to four expansion cards and offers basic but practical airflow with an included 120 mm fan at the front. There is no built-in power supply or water cooling, so you choose the exact PSU and air cooler up to 148 mm.

What you get

Core 1100 comes with one 120 mm Fractal Design Silent Series fan at the front, and if needed, you can add another 92 mm at the back and 120 mm on the side for better airflow around the GPU and VRM area. The drive slots allow for a flexible combination – you can set up a configuration with a classic 3.5" HDD for mass storage and a 2.5" SSD for the system, or rely solely on 2.5" devices. The four expansion slots allow for a standard graphics card and additional cards (sound, network, capture), without feeling limited by the Micro ATX form factor. On top of all this, you get a convenient front I/O with 1 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0, and audio in/out, so headphones and flash drives are at hand without rummaging around at the back of the case. The weight of 3.8 kg makes it easy to transport if you frequently move your PC.

• Compact Mini Tower case supporting Micro ATX and Mini ITX motherboards – ideal for a small, tidy build.
• Support for a graphics card up to 350 mm, allowing you to install longer, more powerful GPU models.
• Maximum height for air cooler 148 mm, sufficient for more meaningful tower coolers in the budget and mid-range class.
• One included 120 mm Fractal Design Silent Series fan at the front and options for an additional 92 mm at the back and 120 mm on the side for better airflow.
• Flexible storage options: 2 x 5.25" bays, two positions for 3.5" HDDs or up to 3 x 2.5" devices, or a combination of 1 x 2.5" + 1 x 3.5".
• Front I/O with 1 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0, and audio in/out for quick access to peripherals and headphones.
• Support for power supplies up to 185 mm, located at the top, without a built-in PSU – you choose the exact wattage and model.

Who it is suitable for

Fractal Core 1100 is a good foundation for a budget or mid-range gaming build, office/home PC, or compact multimedia machine where you want small dimensions without sacrificing a full-size GPU card. It is not for heavy high-end air or water overclock setups – the lack of support for water cooling and the limitation on cooler height make it more suitable for moderate configurations.

The combination of small form factor, space for a long graphics card, and sensible internal organization makes Core 1100 a pleasant choice if you are looking for a compact, practical, and unobtrusive case for your next build.