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Thermaltake intros Overseer RX-I eSports gaming chassis

Thermaltake intros Overseer RX-I eSports gaming chassis
  • Posted September 19, 2011, 7:00 PM by Matthew DeCarlo | Filed in Hardware
  • Thermaltake's eSports series grew one chassis stronger today with the enthusiast-grade Overseer RX-I. Priced at €102 (~$140), the full tower crams the functionality of Thermaltake's $160 Chaser MK-I into a more affordable package...

Lian Li PC-90 mounts hard drives vertically inside case door

Lian Li PC-90 mounts hard drives vertically inside case door
  • Posted August 31, 2011, 8:30 AM by Matthew DeCarlo | Filed in Hardware With Video
  • Lian Li has introduced a new chassis that could serve as a compromise between the familiarity of a horizontally structured chassis and the oft-advertised superior cooling of vertical layouts. The PC-90 (alternatively called "The Hammer") offers a unique spin on…

Silverstone Fortress FT03 microATX Case Review

Silverstone Fortress FT03 microATX Case Review
  • Posted August 15, 2011, 3:21 AM by Steven Walton | Filed in TechSpot, Hardware Breaking News
  • Although much of the enthusiast community's attention has been focused on the Raven cases, Silverstone offers a vast array of enclosures that rank favorably among system builders.

    The new Fortress FT03 that we're reviewing today is unlike anything we've seen from the series before. This latest iteration is not a mid-tower ATX case, but rather utilizes its own unique design to take the form of a compact microATX case.

Thermaltake's Spacecraft VF-I landing this month for under $100

Thermaltake
  • Posted August 12, 2011, 5:46 PM by Matthew DeCarlo | Filed in Hardware
  • Thermaltake's recently launched Chaser MK-1 has received a companion today with the arrival of a new e-Sports-branded chassis, the Spacecraft VF-I. Aimed at gamers with a soft spot for harsh edges and flashy lights, the mid-tower enclosure is slated to…

BitFenix unveils $39 Merc Alpha and Beta cases

BitFenix unveils $39 Merc Alpha and Beta cases
  • Posted August 10, 2011, 8:06 PM by Matthew DeCarlo | Filed in Hardware
  • BitFenix has unveiled a new budget desktop chassis series comprised of two enclosures: Alpha and Beta. Both are constructed out of steel and plastic -- the de facto materials among budget cases. While the company clearly cut corners where possible,…

Puget dissects vertical vs. horizontal chassis cooling

Puget dissects vertical vs. horizontal chassis cooling
  • Posted August 10, 2011, 3:47 PM by Matthew DeCarlo | Filed in Hardware
  • We've seen an influx of desktop computer cases that claim to offer superior cooling by rotating the system's internals and embracing the natural occurrence of convection. Silverstone's Raven series immediately comes to mind as we've reviewed two of them this…

Corsair Obsidian 650D Mid-Tower Case Review

Corsair Obsidian 650D Mid-Tower Case Review
  • Posted July 7, 2011, 4:42 AM by Steven Walton | Filed in TechSpot, Hardware
  • In many ways, the Obsidian 650D is a miniature version of the 800D, which garnered a massive following among enthusiasts. Though at $190 you will have a difficult time justifying its price as it's one of the more expensive mid-towers around. Beyond this price point, the market is largely dominated by Lian-Li and we suspect most users looking to spend north of $200 on a chassis will want to spring for a full-tower model.

    Although we're sure it's no pushover, the 650D definitely has a lot to prove, let's move on to see what Corsair's new mid-tower brings to the table.

Gaming Case Roundup: Six Sub-$200 Choices

Gaming Case Roundup: Six Sub-$200 Choices
  • Posted June 24, 2011, 3:04 AM by Steven Walton | Filed in TechSpot, Hardware Breaking News
  • With dozens of affordable, well-equipped desktop cases begging for your cash, it can be a nightmare to find the right one for your needs. Hoping to simplify your building experience, we've assembled a shortlist of six unique sub-$200 enthusiast chassis that deserve your attention.

    Included in our roundup is BitFenix's flagship Colossus Venom Edition, and their new budget Shinobi mid-tower. The Cooler Master Storm Enforcer and the highly acclaimed HAF X making an appearance in Nvidia-green. Rounding up the review is Lian Li's LanCool PC-K63 chassis and Thermaltake's Chaser MK-1.

Lian Li launches new HTPC, mid-tower chassis

Lian Li launches new HTPC, mid-tower chassis
  • Posted June 9, 2011, 7:31 PM by Matthew DeCarlo | Filed in Hardware
  • Lian Li's ever-expanding chassis lineup got a little larger today with the addition of two new cases: the PC-C60 and PC-6. The former resides in Lian Li's HTPC Domus series, supporting ATX, microATX and Mini-ITX motherboards, and measuring a relatively…

NZXT, Corsair launch new wallet-friendly enthusiast cases

NZXT, Corsair launch new wallet-friendly enthusiast cases
  • Posted May 31, 2011, 9:38 PM by Matthew DeCarlo | Filed in Hardware
  • System builders have received four new chassis to pick from courtesy of NZXT and Corsair. At a meager $40, NZXT's Source 210 is among the finest cases available for frugal gamers who want the core essentials of an enthusiast chassis…

Silverstone Raven 3 (RV03) ATX Case Review

Silverstone Raven 3 (RV03) ATX Case Review
  • Posted May 25, 2011, 4:15 AM by Steven Walton | Filed in TechSpot
  • The Raven 3 (RV03) looks to improve on some of the RV02's weaknesses in addition to delivering a smaller footprint at a slightly lower price. The Raven 3 is said to have an MSRP of only $160, which is hard to believe considering the competition's pricing.

    At just $160, we believe the Raven 3 could quite easily stand in a league of its own despite having some serious competition such as the Cooler Master HAF 932 Advanced, Thermaltake Element V Black Edition, Antec DF-85 Black and Antec Twelve Hundred. Let's press on to find out how the RV03 "stacks up."

Lian Li launches snail-shaped chassis for snail-paced hardware

Lian Li launches snail-shaped chassis for snail-paced hardware
  • Posted May 10, 2011, 4:19 PM by Matthew DeCarlo | Filed in Hardware
  • Lian Li has unveiled a new special edition desktop chassis that promises to turn a few heads. Resembling the shape of a seashell, the all-aluminum PC-U6 Cowry touts a "thermally-optimized" design that utilizes two separate "heat zones." The layout places…

Thermaltake Level 10 GT Case Review

Thermaltake Level 10 GT Case Review
  • Posted April 5, 2011, 5:48 AM by Steven Walton | Filed in TechSpot, Hardware
  • The Thermaltake Level 10 chassis immediately captured everybody's attention with its radical looks and design of individual compartments for components.

    Taking some cues from the original Level 10, Thermaltake hopes to be able to capitalize on it by offering a more down to earth 'GT' version. Not only is the Level 10 GT more affordable, it's also smaller and lighter, but has it lost all that made the original such a work of art?

Antec LanBoy Air ATX Case Review

Antec LanBoy Air ATX Case Review
  • Posted February 24, 2011, 2:00 AM by Steven Walton | Filed in TechSpot, Hardware
  • Antec has earned a reputation for extraordinary case designs such as the Skeleton, Dark Fleet, Hundred and ISK series, but late last year they unveiled what's arguably their most unique and striking case yet, the LanBoy Air.

    At first glance you can tell this is an enthusiast and gamer-oriented product. Antec touts the LanBoy Air for its highly customizable and modular design. Weighing 20.3 lbs, the case can be outfitted with an insane fifteen 120mm fans -- so you know the "Air" moniker belongs in its name.

Silverstone Raven 2 Evolution (RV02-E) ATX Case Review

Silverstone Raven 2 Evolution (RV02-E) ATX Case Review
  • Posted January 6, 2011, 4:10 AM by Steven Walton | Filed in TechSpot, Hardware
  • Released in late 2008, the original Silverstone Raven RV01 quickly caught my attention because of its strange orientation that pointed the motherboard upward at a 90-degree angle, so the "rear" I/O panel was placed on top of the enclosure instead of behind.

    The Raven 2 Evolution has a more efficient design, it is 24% skinner and 18% shorter than the RV01. The smaller dimensions have also allowed Silverstone to shed 17% of the overall weight. The new changes make for a very interesting computer case, so let's dive in for a closer look...

Lian Li PC-V2120 Full Tower Case Review

  • Posted December 29, 2010, 4:24 AM by Shawn Knight | Filed in TechSpot, Hardware Breaking News
  • Much like Ferrari and Lamborghini in the automotive world, Lian Li is considered by many to be the flagship computer chassis manufacturer. But with stiff competition from the likes of Silverstone, Corsair, NZXT and several others, does Lian Li still have what it takes to remain relevant in the ever-changing PC market? Today we'll be looking at the Lian Li PC-V2120A, a luxury full tower chassis that sports a tool-less aluminum design supporting up to ten 3.5-inch and two 2.5-inch HDDs, 11 expansion cards and five fans.

Lian Li unveils new PC-A04 mini-tower chassis

  • Posted December 21, 2010, 3:47 PM by Matthew DeCarlo | Filed in Hardware
  • They say big things come in small packages, and that's precisely the marketing angle Lian Li has taken with its small form factor cases. Being a mini chassis, the company's new PC-A04 only accepts micro-ATX or mini-ITX motherboards, but it…

Lian Li intros $500 Tyr PC-X500FX mid-tower chassis

  • Posted December 10, 2010, 9:30 AM by Matthew DeCarlo | Filed in Hardware
  • Lian Li has updated its Tyr PC-X500 premium-grade chassis to include various features that reviewers and fans requested when the product launched back in 2008. Answering criticism, the company has added a side panel window to show off the PC-X500FX's…

Cooler Master HAF X Case Review

Cooler Master HAF X Case Review
  • Posted November 4, 2010, 2:02 AM by Steven Walton | Filed in TechSpot, Hardware
  • The original HAF 932 chassis had no major pitfalls, and now almost two years later it's still one of the best full tower cases money can buy. So when Cooler Master announced the new HAF X as the new flagship model of its "High Air Flow" line, they had our immediate attention.

    If Cooler Master has stuck with its original recipe, then we have no doubt that the HAF X is a worthy successor.

Lian Li Mini Q PC-V354 MicroATX Case Review

  • Posted October 12, 2010, 4:51 AM by Steven Walton | Filed in TechSpot, Hardware
  • Today we are looking at a pintsized HTPC/desktop case that, despite its size, can accommodate some impressive gaming hardware. The Lian Li Mini Q PC-V354 is a bit of an all-rounder, suitable for both compact gaming rigs and home theater…

Thermaltake Level 10 Case Review

  • Posted September 30, 2010, 5:48 AM by Steven Walton | Filed in TechSpot, Hardware
  • Manufactured and marketed by Thermaltake, the Level 10 was actually designed by BMW Group DesignworksUSA, a subsidiary of the BMW Group. In addition to engineering yachts, trains, aircraft, lifestyle and IT products, the three studios in Munich, California and Singapore…

Lian Li launches two new luxury V-series desktop cases

  • Posted September 16, 2010, 5:51 PM by Matthew DeCarlo | Filed in Hardware
  • Lian Li has introduced two new premium desktop cases to its V series, the PC-V1020 and PC-V2120. Priced between $289 and $349 depending on the color (silver/black or red), the former is a mid-tower chassis with support for ATX and…

Cooler Master HAF 912 Mid Tower ATX Case Review

Cooler Master HAF 912 Mid Tower ATX Case Review
  • Posted September 10, 2010, 6:05 AM by Julio Franco | Filed in TechSpot, Hardware
  • Two years ago Cooler Master introduced a new full tower case called the HAF 932. HAF stands for High Air Flow, and with three huge 200mm fans pre-installed Cooler Master had found an appropriate name for this newcomer. The HAF…

Lian Li Tyr PC-X2000 case review @ TechSpot

  • Posted October 2, 2008, 3:30 PM by Julio Franco | Filed in TechSpot
  • Every industry has its few elite companies that offer products at a considerable price premium for those that can afford them. In the computer case industry there's only a handful of names that fit this category. Since the early days…

Review: Lian Li PC-V1200 Solid Aluminum Chassis

  • Posted August 12, 2005, 9:49 PM by Justin Mann | Filed in Industry News
  • Fancy hardware almost always requires a fancy case, most enthusiasts would agree. You want your box to smoke the competetion and have style while it does it. Fancy cases often come at a price, and one of the pricier types…

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