The Lian Li Lancool 216 is a mid tower ATX case designed around high airflow performance. It ships with two pre-installed 160mm PWM fans mounted at the front, feeding air through a full mesh front panel. The case is available in black and white, with and without ARGB lighting. For current pricing and availability, see the Lian Li Lancool 216 on Amazon UK.
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Available Variants
The Lancool 216 is sold in four configurations:
- Lancool 216 Black — standard black finish, 2× 160mm PWM fans, no ARGB
- Lancool 216 White — standard white finish, 2× 160mm PWM fans, no ARGB
- Lancool 216 RGB Black — black finish with ARGB fans included
- Lancool 216 RGB White — white finish with ARGB fans included
The non-RGB variants include opaque side panels on some regional releases. The RGB variants include addressable fans compatible with standard ARGB headers on most modern motherboards.
Full Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Case type | Mid tower |
| Motherboard support | ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 476 × 230 × 495mm |
| Weight | 7.6kg |
| GPU clearance | 400mm |
| CPU cooler clearance | 175mm |
| PSU length | 200mm |
| Front I/O | 2× USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1× USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, 3.5mm audio combo jack |
| Drive bays | 2× 3.5″ HDD, 4× 2.5″ SSD |
| Fan slots — front | 2× 160mm or 3× 120mm |
| Fan slots — top | 2× 120mm or 2× 140mm |
| Fan slots — rear | 1× 120mm |
| Included fans | 2× 160mm PWM fans (front, non-RGB variant) |
| Radiator support — front | Up to 360mm |
| Radiator support — top | Up to 240mm |
| Radiator support — rear | 120mm |
| PCIe expansion slots | 7 |
| RGB | No on base model; yes on RGB variant |
| Dust filters | Front (magnetic), top, PSU intake |
Compatibility Notes
160mm Front Fans
The included 160mm PWM fans are a proprietary sizing not widely used across the market. Direct 160mm replacements are limited to a small selection of models, predominantly from Lian Li itself. Builders who want to swap the front fans for a broader range of aftermarket options will need to remove the 160mm mounts and install a triple 120mm fan bracket instead, which the case supports natively. This is a straightforward change but worth factoring in before purchase if fan customisation is a priority.
GPU Clearance
The 400mm GPU clearance provides significant headroom for current consumer graphics cards. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Founders Edition measures approximately 336mm in length; the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX reference design measures approximately 287mm. Both fit comfortably with room to spare. Triple-slot, triple-fan AIB partner cards — including the largest current-generation models — are accommodated without modification.
Top Radiator Installation
While the top panel supports a 240mm radiator, the opening is relatively narrow in width. Before purchasing a 240mm all-in-one liquid cooler for top mounting, verify the radiator’s physical dimensions against the case opening. Thick or wide radiators may require repositioning the top panel or present fitment challenges depending on manufacturer tolerances.
CPU Cooler Height
The 175mm CPU cooler clearance accommodates the majority of mainstream tower coolers. Common dual-tower designs such as the Noctua NH-D15 (165mm) and be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4 (162.8mm) fit without issue. Taller coolers approaching or exceeding 175mm should be verified against the case’s internal clearance before purchase.
PSU Length
The maximum PSU length of 200mm is sufficient for most standard ATX power supplies. High-wattage units with modular cable management may approach this limit — always confirm the PSU’s physical length specification before ordering.
How It Compares to Similar Cases
The table below compares the Lancool 216 against three commonly considered alternatives in the UK mid tower market.
| Feature | Lian Li Lancool 216 | Fractal North | NZXT H7 Flow | be quiet! Pure Base 500DX |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price range (UK) | £80–£100 | £110–£130 | £110–£130 | £100–£120 |
| GPU clearance | 400mm | 341mm | 420mm | 369mm |
| Included fans | 2× 160mm PWM | 2× 140mm | None | 3× 140mm (Pure Wings 2) |
| Front panel type | Full mesh | Wood and mesh | Full mesh | Solid with vents |
| Noise dampening | None — open mesh | Minimal | None — open mesh | Sound-dampening panels |
| RGB option available | Yes (RGB variant) | No | Yes | Yes (500DX) |
| Max radiator — front | 360mm | 360mm | 360mm | 360mm |
The Fractal North targets builders who want a warmer aesthetic with its birch wood front panel accent; its GPU clearance is more restrictive at 341mm. The NZXT H7 Flow offers slightly more GPU clearance and a cleaner interior cable management system but ships without fans, increasing the effective cost. The be quiet! Pure Base 500DX is the only case in this group with meaningful noise dampening, making it better suited to quieter builds at the cost of slightly reduced airflow.
Who the Lancool 216 Suits
The Lancool 216 is well suited to builders where airflow performance and GPU clearance are the primary priorities. The dual 160mm front fans provide strong intake airflow from the factory, reducing the immediate need to purchase additional fans. The full mesh front panel maximises air ingestion but does not attenuate fan noise — this is not a case designed for quiet operation.
The 400mm GPU clearance makes it a practical choice for mid-range to high-end gaming builds, including those using the largest current AIB partner cards. The USB-C front I/O port at 3.2 Gen 2 speeds is a useful inclusion for builders connecting fast external storage or modern peripherals directly to the front panel.
The Lancool 216 is less well suited to the following use cases:
- Noise-sensitive environments — the mesh front offers no acoustic dampening; fan noise passes through freely
- Premium aesthetic builds — the case has a functional appearance without the wood or premium material accents found on cases such as the Fractal North
- Compact builds — at 476mm tall and 495mm deep, it occupies a standard mid tower footprint and is not suited to space-constrained desks
For current UK pricing across all four variants, see the Lian Li Lancool 216 listings on Amazon UK.
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