Xigmatek Aquila

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 8 expert reviews

Excellent:

2
Good:

6
Average:

0
Bad:

0

Pros:

Very good construction quality, MicroATX in a fairly compact chassis, Should be able to hold watercooling rigs, Large CPU coolers will fit, Standard ATXsized PSU bay, Long GPUs will fit, Tilted case frame pretty cool, Large, tinted window, Dust filter on...

Cons:

Very expensive in the US, More expensive than the competition in the EU, Same frame available from numerous other brands, Only one fan included, Basic I/O, No external 3.5" drive and no 3.5" drive frame included, Tiny power LED on side, Our sample was cov...

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Last revision on February 6, 2017

Reviewers Liked

Very good construction quality, MicroATX in a fairly compact chassis, Should be able to hold watercooling rigs, Large CPU coolers will fit, Standard ATXsized PSU bay, Long GPUs will fit, Tilted case frame pretty cool, Large, tinted window, Dust filter on

Reviewers Didn't Like

Very expensive in the US, More expensive than the competition in the EU, Same frame available from numerous other brands, Only one fan included, Basic I/O, No external 3.5" drive and no 3.5" drive frame included, Tiny power LED on side, Our sample was cov

Expert reviews and ratings

Xigmatek Aquila is a sleek little case, which is available in two different colors Unlike what you might think, it isn't a small case at all, and with the right precautions, you should be able to install highend video cards The build quality is pretty...

By Ocaholic on March 20, 2015

Although I've personally used some of Xigmatek's cases in the past (ok, we're talkng years rather than months here), the brand as a whole is new and a bit of a mystery to pcG. Despite this I've been looking really forward to seeing the Xigmatek Aquila...

By pcGameware UK on December 22, 2014

Touching on the design first and it is very pleasing. The Aquila has a nice windowed side panel so users can show off their GPUs, making it great for gamers. It also features plenty of room on the inside of the case, making it good for enthusiasts and...

By Play3r on November 13, 2014

The Xigmatek Aquila with a window will go for around 85 euros, while the variant with a solid side panel will set you back around 75 euros. US readers will have to fork over a lot more as the chassis is listed at 129 US dollars, which obviously excludes...

By techPowerUp! on October 02, 2014

The Xigmatek Aquila is a great little case with unique styling and would make a great home for an HTPC or LAN-party...

By technologyx.com on November 18, 2013

With already having similarities with the Aerocool DS Cube and Deepcool Steam Castle the Xigmatek Aquila is basically the same case, other than having a different exterior styling. Out of the three we have decided that the Xigmatek Aquila is our...

By skratchwizpc.net on April 02, 2015

It's rare we see a Xigmatek chassis roll through the eTeknix office, but it's certainly always a pleasure when one does. Xigmatek has a good reputation for creating uniquely designed chassis, with good build quality and competitive prices and it looks...

By eTeknix on January 27, 2015

It has to be said that with a few notable exceptions, Xigmatek are best known for rather aggressive looking budget mid tower cases. The sort of thing someone on a tight budget might buy for their first build. Take a look at Xigmatek's portfolio though...

By Overclock3D on November 03, 2014

Xigmatek è un brand conosciuto in tutto il mondo che nel corso degli anni ha sempre presentato prodotti dal design unico e ricercato. Xigmatek di recente ha introdotto sul mercato il suo case Micro-ATX/Mini-ITX. Parliamo dello Xigmatek Aquila forse uno...

By xtremehardware.com on April 15, 2015

Xigmatek signe avec l'Aquila un boitier original par sa forme. Dédié aux configurations Micro-ATX et Mini-ITX, il se présente avec des anses et un châssis incliné. La qualité de fabrication est bonne tout comme le niveau de finition. L'ensemble est...

By GinjFo on May 23, 2014

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