CONCLUSION

    The Lancool 217 INF ends up feeling like a case built with a very clear purpose. Visually, it stands out without drifting into gimmicks, the infinity‑mirror front panel gives it presence, but the open intake design keeps it from becoming a showpiece at the expense of performance. Airflow is unquestionably its strongest card, the dual 170mm fans move a huge amount of air with less noise than smaller, faster spinners, and the layout keeps the path from intake to exhaust clean and direct. Inside, the space is generous without being oversized, giving high‑end GPUs, tall air coolers, and full‑length PSUs room to breathe while still leaving options for radiators and extra fans. It’s a chassis that balances style with substance, and if airflow is high on your priority list, the Lancool 217 INF by Lian Li makes a convincing case for itself. My sole issue with this case has been having to get the extra wireless adapter to have access to the L-Connect 3 fan (speed and ARGB lighting control) and infinity mirror control software by Lian Li (nitpicking probably, but has to be pointed out).

    With a price tag currently set at USD124 inside the USA (Amazon.com) and at 154.16Euros inside the EU (Amazon.de) the Lancool 217 INF by Lian Li is priced well. At the end of the day the Lancool 217 INF may not be the best PC case ever released by Lian Li but it does deliver as advertised and where it counts so it deserves the Golden Award.

PROS

- Good Build Quality
- Infinity Fascia
- Two Front 170mm ARGB Fans
- 2 PSU Mounting Spots
- Vertical GPU Placement
- GPU Support Bracket
- Space For E-ATX Motherboards, 180mm Tall CPU Coolers, 220mm Long PSUs, 380mm Long Graphics Cards & A Single Radiator (280/360mm)
- Removable Dust Filters (Front/Bottom)
- Available In Black & White Colors

CONS

- Single Radiator (For Some)
- Control Software Wireless Adapter (Extra)