The Lian Li O11 Dynamic EVO is the objective winner of this comparison, securing more category wins across the evaluated specifications. Its most significant advantage over the Fractal Design Meshify 2 Compact is its storage capacity, offering 100% more 3.5" drive bays. While the Fractal Design Meshify 2 Compact falls behind in total category wins, it maintains a distinct lead in cooling hardware, providing 100% more included fans than its competitor.

Users prioritizing high-capacity storage configurations should select the Lian Li O11 Dynamic EVO to take advantage of its superior drive bay count. Conversely, those who prefer a ready-to-use cooling setup should choose the Fractal Design Meshify 2 Compact, as it includes double the number of fans. Your final decision should depend on whether your build requires extensive hard drive support or a more complete out-of-the-box thermal solution.