Question 1

Is it suitable for large motherboards?

Accepted Answer

This might be a little confusing but there is a version of the Pop Air that is the smaller mATX size case. This page is specifically the ATX version(which also supports the smaller boards but is a still physically bigger case). Just be sure to doublecheck which one you add to your card.

Question 2

Can it support large CPU coolers?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the case supports CPU coolers with a maximum height of 170 mm.

Question 3

Does the Fractal Design Pop Air with the steel side (not window) come with RGB fans?

Accepted Answer

It comes with 3 non-RGB fans.  Theyre quiet too.  The only light on this case is the power button light and you can choose to not hook those 2 wires up on your motherboard.

Question 4

What is the cooling performance like in this case?

Accepted Answer

The case includes three 120 mm Aspect fans and supports up to five fans in total. It also accommodates radiators up to 280 mm in the front, 240 mm on the top, and 120 mm at the rear, providing versatile cooling options.

Question 5

Does this case allow for liquid cooling options?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this case supports liquid cooling options with radiators up to 280 mm in the front, 240 mm on the top, and 120 mm at the rear.

Question 6

Can I install an optical drive in this case?

Accepted Answer

Yes... the lower portion of the front has a magnet attached panel that can be removed. This reveals two 5.25" bays. One is filled with a smalll pull-out tray and the other one has a cover. Should you put in a optical drive, be away that it will take up some of the space where a 3.5" drive caddy can be mounted. I used both and just installed the optical drive in the top position and mounted the drive cage below it. Also be away, to add the mount screws to the optical drive, you will have to remove the lower side-panel. You can do this by first removing the back pane, and then the front panel. It's a bit more involved but you can do it and avoid only partially mounting the optical drive.

Question 7

Are the fans that come with the case PWM?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the stock fans are PWM. They're fairly high quality for stock fans but still not as nice as something like an Arctic F12.

Question 8

What is the maximum motherboard dimensions supported?

Accepted Answer

The product supports ATX, Micro ATX, and Mini ITX motherboards.

Question 9

Does the Fractal Design Pop Air with the steel side panel come with RGB or non-RGB fans?

Accepted Answer

The Fractal Design Pop Air with the steel side panel comes with non-RGB fans.

Brand	Fractal Design
Series	Pop Air
Model	FD-C-POA1A-01

Type	ATX Mid Tower
Color	Black
Case Material	Steel
With Power Supply	No
Power Supply Mounted	Bottom
Motherboard Compatibility	ATX / Micro ATX / Mini ITX
Side Panel	without Side Window
LED	No

External 5.25" Drive Bays	No
Internal 3.5" Drive Bays	3 (2 included)
Internal 2.5" Drive Bays	4 (2 included)
Expansion Slots	7

Fan Options	Front: 2 x 120mm (2 x Aspect 12 included) / 2 x 140mm fan Top: 2 x 120mm / 2 x 140mm fan Rear: 1 x 120mm fan (1 x Aspect 12 included)
Pre-installed Fans	Front - 2 x 120mm / Rear - 1 x 120mm
Radiator Options	Front: 280mm Top: 240mm (max 46mm RAM height) Rear: 120mm

Max GPU Length	405 mm with front fan mounted
Max CPU Cooler Height	170 mm
Max PSU Length	170 mm
Dimensions	18.64" x 8.46" x 17.87"
Weight	14.99 lbs.

Fractal Design Pop Air Black ATX High-Airflow Solid Panel Mid Tower Computer Case

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Features	Accommodates ATX / mATX / Mini ITX Motherboards Comes with three 120 mm Aspect 12 fans (and supports two more for a total of five) Holds radiators up to 280 mm in the front, 240 mm in the top and 120 mm in the rear The easy-to-clean front mesh acts as a dust filter while allowing high airflow Front I/O comes with two 3.0 USB 5 Gb/s ports, Mic and headphone jacks Optional USB-C upgrade kit (available separately) adds a full speed USB Type-C front port Comes with two ultra-versatile storage trays, each supporting a 3.5" and a 2.5" drive simultaneously Easy cable management with multiple tie-down points, pre-mounted velcro straps and convenient extra-large pass-through holes Unique, hexagonally patterned mesh front creates a striking visual effect Radiator support: Front - 240/280 mm (145 mm max width), Rear - 120 mm, Top - 240 mm (121 mm max width, 46 mm max MB component height)
Package Content	Pop Air case Accessory bag User manual Radiator brackets

Item#: N82E16811352167