Fractal Design ARC Mini or DEFINE Mini - differences?

[jumeeno]

So, I've now sold my SilverStone RV02 as I needed to downsize.

I've also decided to go with either an Arc Mini or Define Mini M-ATX case from Fractal Design.

My rig is fairly low-powered, and will not have any particularly hot components installed.

So other than the sound-deading materials in the Define, are there any major differences?

 

[jumeeno]

Yeah the cooling and airflow are much better on the arc mini... I'm selling my silverstone tj08-e for one as I had the midi and that was very good cooling.

Thanks for your reply! I have decided (already) that due to my modest rig, I'll go for the Define Mini. I prefer the looks and the idea of lower noise.

Have pre-ordered

 

[jumeeno]

Well, Define Mini arrived today.

Boxed up again within 5 minutes for return mind you, as the latching mechanism on one of the 120mm fan doors was completely busted.

I'd heard bad things about FD build quality so I guess this is one of those times. Have requested a replacement as the rest of the case was perfect, so fingers crossed it'll be second time lucky!