Fractal Design Torrent Compact

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Fractal trims its popular Torrent design down a bit with the Torrent Compact. The big 180 mm fans impress, but there isn't a lot of extra room for storage or stray cables.

-- As reviewed by Tom's Hardware

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Last revision on February 28, 2024

Reviewers Liked

Quirky design based on 180mm fan units
High airflow design
Nine-way PWM fan hub
Tool-free side panels
Two included 180 mm fans
Well priced
Stylish looks

Reviewers Didn't Like

Front dust filter clashes with radiator screws
Cable management is awkward inside the main compartment
No removable cooling bracket like on the original
Limited SATA drive space
No exhaust fan included

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Expert reviews and ratings

If you fancy the looks of the quirky Torrent Compact you will need to accept its slightly unusual layout.

By KitGuru on February 09, 2022

It was nice to see a fan hub come with this case even though it only ships with two fans. The Nexus Nexus 9P Slim fan hub allows you to connect up to nine fans which is pretty impressive for a case this size. I also like that Fractal Design kept the ARGB strip on the power supply compartment, it just adds that little bit of flare to the case.

By ThinkComputers on February 09, 2022

Overall, it’s the same Torrent I know and love, and despite the fact that almost every little detail of the case has been moved or tweaked to fit the new form factor, at the same time, it looks and feels very much the same. I think the Compact is a more sensible design for your typical high-end PC builder though, the ergonomics feel right, the price is more attractive, and it’s easily one of the coolest looking cases I’ve seen in years, as that front panel is gorgeous!

By eTeknix on February 09, 2022

Fractal trims its popular Torrent design down a bit with the Torrent Compact. The big 180 mm fans impress, but there isn't a lot of extra room for storage or stray cables.

By Tom's Hardware on February 09, 2022

A welcome addition to the range, Fractal’s latest offers the best bits of Torrent in a smaller yet equally satisfying form factor.

By Club386 on February 09, 2022

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