Geometric Future Reveals Innovative Model 2 ARK M-ATX Case With 8 Installation Modes
Jakob Aylesbury / 1 year ago
Geometric Future is a brand I’ve never heard of but today they have released a new interesting case dubbed the Model 2 ARK which is an M-ATX case which boasts 8 installation modes.
Model 2 ARK
The Model 2 ARK is an M-ATX case with a slim design for more space-conscious desks. It comes in three models including black, white and premium with either four mesh panels or four tempered glass panels depending on the version you choose. Geometric Future claims this case features up to 8 installation options for the hardware which allow for varying GPU thickness configurations, ITX or mATX motherboards and SFX or ATX PSUs. Overall it appears to offer a lot of flexibility with its hardware within a tight space. The I/O of the case is within an external hub and consists of 3x USB-A, 1x Type-C and 1x mic and headphone combo jack, additionally they include a premium double-sided table mat for the case.
Cooling Support
Cooling is varied on whether you get the mesh version or the tempered glass version, however, both support the same amount of cooling hardware. In total, the case allows for 6x 120mm fans on two adjacent brackets or 4x 140mm fans, as well as a top-mounted 120mm/140mm fan which is best suited as the exhaust. On top of this, the case is capable of fitting two 360mm AIOs on the two brackets.
Hardware Compatibility
Hardware compatibility is limited to up to M-ATX motherboards with CPU coolers up to 172mm. The graphics card clearance allows for up to 350mm GPUs which will be limiting for some higher-end GPU models. For the PSU which can be either SFX or ATX, there is room for up to 180mm when installed vertically or 160mm when installed horizontally. For storage, there is room for either two 2.5″ SSDs or one 3.5″ HDD and 1x 2.5″ SSD.
Specs
- Airflow Edition with Mesh Panels on Four Sides
- Luxury Edition with Curve Glass Panels
- 8 Different Installation Modes
- GPU Clearance 350mm, Supports up 172mm CPU Towers
- Supports Dual 360mm Radiators
- Supports up to 7 x 120mm Fans
- Drive Bays for up to 2 x 2.5” SSDs or 1 x 3.5 HDD and 1 x 2.5” SSD
Price and Availability
The Model 2 ARK is available now at Newegg.com for the following MSRP
- Black $169
- White $169
- Luxury $269
Visit geometricfuture.com for more information on their cases and systems.