Introduction
I would like to thank
Fractal Design for supplying the review sample.
Until now, Fractal Design has been known for steering clear of the RGB-lighting craze. The Fractal Design Define S2 Vision RGB marks their entry into that space with a case featuring not only three glass panels, but also four 140 mm RGB fans. At the same time, the company has launched these fans into retail as well, so you could go ahead and buy them separately, too. The S2 Vision comes in two variants: as a non-RGB "blackout" and the review sample we have here, which is the Define S2 Vision RGB.
Specifications
Fractal Design Define S2 Vision RGB |
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Case Type: | Mid-Tower |
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Material: | Steel, aluminium, tempered glass |
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Weight: | 11.6 kg |
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Slots: | 7+2 |
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Drive Bays: | 3x Internal 3.5" 2x Internal 2.5" |
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Motherboard Form Factors: | Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX, E-ATX |
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Dimensions: | 543 x 233 x 465 mm |
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Front Door/Cover: | N/A |
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Front Fans: | 3 x 120/140 mm (2 x Dynamic X2 GP-14 140 mm pre-installed) |
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Rear Fans: | 1 x 120/140 mm (1 x Dynamic X2 GP-14 140 mm pre-installed) |
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Top Fans: | 3 x 120/140 mm (optional) |
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Bottom Fans: | 2 x 120/140 mm (optional) |
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Side Fans: | N/A |
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I/O: | 1x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type C 2x USB 2.0 2x USB 3.0 1x Headphone 1x Microphone |
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Fan/LED Controller: | N/A |
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Compatibility: | CPU Cooler: 185 mm GPU: 440 mm PSU: N/A |
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Packaging
The Fractal Design S2 Vision RGB comes packaged in a brown cardboard box with an outline of the chassis on front. The rear lists the features alongside a blow-up diagram of the enclosure. You will find a list of specifications on one side; the other just holds another view of the case itself.
The case comes sandwiched between two thick Styrofoam spacers. While Fractal Design also placed a large foam layer on the side with the glass panel to protect the R6 during shipping, there is no such additional layer of protection for this chassis. However, a plastic bag has been a put over the S2 Vision to keep fingerprints and scratches away.