Antec Torque Open

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Very elaborate looks using multiple, stacked aluminium panels, Comes essentially pre-assembled, Surprisingly functional even though the case is essentially formed out of nothing but aluminium panels, Solid build quality, Compact size, Can essentially hold...

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Can only hold two storage drives, PSU access of assembled system quite complicated, Requires considerable effort to keep cables tidy, Storage drives inaccessible without motherboard removal, Pricey—as are most open air cases

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Last revision on June 18, 2020

Reviewers Liked

Very elaborate looks using multiple, stacked aluminium panels, Comes essentially pre-assembled, Surprisingly functional even though the case is essentially formed out of nothing but aluminium panels, Solid build quality, Compact size, Can essentially hold

Reviewers Didn't Like

Can only hold two storage drives, PSU access of assembled system quite complicated, Requires considerable effort to keep cables tidy, Storage drives inaccessible without motherboard removal, Pricey—as are most open air cases

Expert reviews and ratings

TestingTo put this case through its cooling paces we will be using a test system consisting of an Intel Core i9-7980XE, Asus ROG Strix RX Vega 64 OC 8GB and an SSD. This system allows us to produce a substantial amount of heat and effectively test the...

By Kitguru.net on July 19, 2019

We like its over-the-top styling, class-leading thermal performance, and the inclusion of a USB 3.1 Type-C port. But this chassis is a dirt, dust and pet-hair magnet that also lacks features common in most high-end cases. It's difficult to recommend at...

By Tom's Hardware UK on February 17, 2019

The Antec Torque is priced at US$350 excl. taxes. Very elaborate looks using multiple, stacked aluminium panels Comes essentially pre-assembled Surprisingly functional even though the case is essentially formed out of nothing but aluminium panels Solid...

By techPowerUp! on December 11, 2018

We understand the point of open-air show-cases; they're designed to be eye-catching and primarily for modders and trade shows more than for your average consumer, and here the Torque fits in relatively well. However, the issue is that it rarely if ever...

By Bit-tech.net on December 06, 2018

Das Fazit unseres Erlebnisses mit dem Antec Torque ist großartig. Die Energie, welche das Show-Gehäuse ausstrahlt, ist überwältigend. Dem DIY-User ist es ein Leichtes, das Gehäuse mit Hardware zu befüllen, ohne an seine Grenzen zu stoßen. Klare Linien...

By hardwareinside.de on December 10, 2019

ANTEC nous a sorti un boitier à la fois super design, mais aussi plein d'astuces. Son look agressif, ses lignes nettes et ses matériaux de très bonne qualité donnent la chance d'avoir un PC très avancé visuellement tout en mettant la configuration...

By zeden.net on December 30, 2019

Das Torque ist ohne Frage ein extrem spezielles Gehäuse. Nur wenige Privatnutzer werden wirklich darüber nachdenken, sich ein so offenes Gehäuse zuzulegen - und das für rund 380 Euro. Dass Antecs Ausnahmegehäuse trotzdem seinen Charme hat, liegt aber...

By Hardwareluxx on November 19, 2018

On vous le dit, nous on a adoré ce Torque, tout simplement car on adore son Design, ses couleurs et sa finition. Par contre, car on vous le dit aussi, nous avons trouvé que le stockage est trop juste, les têtes des vis Allen trop fragiles et le prix...

By CowcotLand on November 19, 2018