Lian Li Lancool 205 Black Mid Tower Case

Lian Li Lancool 205 Black Mid Tower Case

The Lian Li Lancool 205 Black Mid Tower Case offers a blend of style, strength, and user-friendly features for mainstream PC builders. This standard mid-tower chassis supports ATX motherboards and showcases your components beautifully through a tempered glass side panel. Featuring removable fan brackets for easier installation and convenient access to storage bays, the Lancool 205 provides a solid and accessible foundation for creating a powerful and clean-looking system.

Discover Style & Ease of Use: Lancool 205 Black

Designed with user convenience in mind, the Lancool 205 Black simplifies the building process. It features removable fan/radiator brackets for both the top and front positions, allowing you to mount your cooling hardware outside the case before easily sliding it into place. Furthermore, accessing the hard drive bays is effortless thanks to the removable bottom side panel, making storage installation or upgrades hassle-free.

The case supports standard ATX, Micro-ATX, and Mini-ITX motherboards, providing broad compatibility. Cooling options are flexible, accommodating up to 280mm radiators in both the front and top positions. It comes equipped with two pre-installed 120mm PWM fans (one front, one rear) to establish baseline airflow. Additionally, storage is versatile, allowing for up to four 2.5″ SSDs or a combination of two 2.5″ SSDs and two 3.5″ HDDs.

The tempered glass side panel provides a clear view of your internal components. The front panel offers standard USB 3.0 and audio ports, while dust filters at the front, bottom, and top help keep the interior clean. Explore compatible ATX motherboards or check radiator compatibility. Find full details on the official Lian Li Lancool 205 product page.

Specifications

• Model: LANCOOL 205 Black
• Case Type: Mid Tower
• Color: Black
• Materials: Steel, Tempered Glass
• Motherboard Support: ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 205 x 415 x 485 mm
• PSU Support: ATX (Max 165mm)
• Max GPU Length: 350 mm
• Max CPU Cooler Height: 160 mm
• Expansion Slots: 7
• Drive Support: 4x 2.5” SSD or 2x 2.5” SSD + 2x 3.5” HDD
• Included Fans: 1x 120mm PWM (Front), 1x 120mm PWM (Rear)
• Fan Support: Top 2×120/140mm; Front 2×120/140mm; Rear 1x120mm
• Radiator Support: Top up to 280mm; Front up to 280mm
• Front I/O: Power Button, 2x USB 3.0 Type-A, Audio Combo Jack, Power LED
• Dust Filters: Front, Bottom, Top
• Warranty: 1 year

Lancool 205 Black: Q&A

Who should buy this?

This case is a great choice for PC builders looking for a standard ATX mid-tower with a clean design, tempered glass side panel, user-friendly build features like removable brackets, and good component compatibility at an accessible price point.

Key Reasons to Choose

The Lancool 205 Black offers simplified building with its removable top/front fan brackets and easy hard drive access. It supports standard ATX components, has decent cooling potential with support for dual 280mm radiators, and provides a clear view of the build through the tempered glass side panel.

What are the Pros?

• User-friendly design with removable fan/radiator brackets.
• Easy access to storage bays via removable bottom side panel.
• Supports standard ATX motherboards and PSUs (up to 165mm).
• Good GPU (350mm) and CPU cooler (160mm) clearance.
• Accommodates dual 280mm radiators.
• Tempered glass side panel included.
• Comes with two 120mm PWM fans pre-installed.
• Comprehensive dust filtration (Front, Top, Bottom).

What are the Cons?

• Solid front panel limits airflow compared to mesh versions.
• PSU length clearance (165mm) is somewhat restrictive.
• No USB Type-C port on the front I/O.
• Included fans are basic PWM, not ARGB.
• Warranty period is only 1 year.

Verdict

The Lian Li Lancool 205 Black is a solid and user-friendly mid-tower case that provides essential features for mainstream builds. Its focus on ease of installation, particularly with removable cooling brackets and accessible drive bays, makes it appealing for both new and experienced builders. While the airflow isn’t as high as its mesh counterpart, the Lancool 205 offers good component compatibility, a clean aesthetic with a tempered glass window, and practical features, making it a reliable choice for standard ATX systems.