28 December 201824 September 2019Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Lian Li LANCOOL One Champagne Case Available

Limited to 1000 Units Only with each unit numbered Lian Li Industrial Co. Ltd., world’s leading manufacturer of aluminum chassis for enthusiasts, custom OEM/ODM case solutions and case accessories is pleased to announce that due to insistent public demand, the special release LANCOOL ONE Champagne Limited Edition will be made available for purchase to the public. With Lian Li’s announcement of the White Edition, they also announced a limited, 5-units only Champagne Edition. Many fans have reached out to Lian Li to request Champagne Limited edition and Lian Li has heard you. The Lian Li LANCOOL One Champagne Edition will be made available for sale in limited quantities: only 1000 cases will be made with each LANCOOL One Champagne Edition […]

8 August 2018Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

NZXT CRFT #02 H700 Nuka-Cola Case Debuts

Zap your thirst for Nuka-Cola with the refreshing CRFT 02 NZXT today announced a partnership with Bethesda Softworks®, a ZeniMax® Media company, to deliver the first officially licensed Fallout themed computer case, the H700 Nuka-Cola. The H700 Nuka-Cola serves as the second entry in NZXT’s new CRFT line of custom crafted limited edition gaming products. Released in a limited quantity of 2,000, the custom designed variant of NZXT’s popular H series, the H700 Nuka-Cola boasts beautiful design work inspired by the post-apocalyptic world of Fallout and its iconic Nuka-Cola soft drink. Alongside the H700 Nuka-Cola, NZXT also announced an optional Nuka-Cola all-metal cover for their N7 Z370 motherboard* to complete the ultimate Fallout-themed build. The Nuka-Cola N7 all-metal cover will […]

6 June 2018Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Lian Li PC O11-Dynamic Razer Edition Case Revealed

Lian Li Industrial Co. Ltd., world’s leading manufacturer of aluminum chassis for enthusiasts, custom OEM/ODM case solutions and case accessories in partnership with Razer, the world’s leading lifestyle brand for gamers, is proud to announce the launch of a special edition PC-011 Dynamic chassis. The PC O11-Dynamic Razer Edition is co-designed and co-developed with the Razer team to be the world’s first chassis with full-integration with Synapse 3 and full Chroma capabilities. The Lian Li PC-O11 Dynamic Designed by Razer Edition will be available in Q4 2018. Co-Designed with Razer Team Razer and Lian Li worked hand-in-hand in redesigning the PC-O11 Dynamic to give it the signature Razer touch along with full support for Razer’s Synapse and Chroma technologies. This […]

4 May 2018Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

NZXT H700 PUBG Case Announced

NZXT, a leading provider of desktop components for PC gamers, today announced the Limited Edition H700 PUBG mid-tower case, in collaboration with PUBG Corporation and Gamers Outreach, creating the ultimate PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) airdrop. Sharing the iconic look of one of PUBG’s most lucrative and sought after in-game resources, the H700 PUBG chassis is the ultimate set piece for the battle royale fan. NZXT is limiting production of the H700 PUBG to 2,000 units, with 10% of all sales donated to Gamers Outreach, a charity organization that provides equipment, technology, and software to help kids cope with treatment inside hospitals. “Gamers Outreach is very dear to us, so we wanted to encourage PC gamers everywhere to support this very worthy […]

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29 January 201829 January 2018Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

DEEPCOOL NEW ARK 90 E-ATX Case Debuts

Stylish E-ATX PC case with External Flow Display DEEPCOOL, the company that specialises in water-cooled and illuminated cases for the PC enthusiast has just introduced the NEW ARK 90 a tower PC case designed to support a variety of options for water-cooling solutions and providing external visibility of the liquid flow for users who want to display and monitor their systems. NEW ARK 90 completely eliminates the technical issues encountered with installing DIY water-cooled solutions in conventional tower chassis designs and provides users a much more satisfying experience. The tower is a perfect integration of extreme minimalist design, multiple glass panels and RGB lighting to deliver a solution with unique visual aesthetics. Internal compartments offer excellent expandability and compatibility. The […]

8 January 201817 January 2018CasesBy Jason Maxfield

Corsair Carbide Spec-Omega Case Review

The Spec-Omega looks to be an amalgamation of the Spec-Alpha with the tempered glass side panel taken from the Spec-04. The Spec-Omega’s interior is different from either of the previous cases, designed to handle liquid coolers up to 360mm in size, while doing so in a case of roughly the same size as it’s brethren. In this article for Benchmark Reviews, we’ll be putting the Spec-Omega to the test with a complete system build.

23 December 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Fractal Design Define R6 Case Launches

Designed from the ground up, the Define R6 goes beyond iteration with a profound stride of innovation – the latest and largest step in the legacy of the world-renowned Define Series. Seamless tempered glass and sound dampened steel panels with an elegant push-to-lock latching mechanism encase an entirely redesigned interior with unprecedented component support and storage flexibility. Six 3.5”/2.5” drives and two 2.5” drives can be installed with precision placement in numerous configurations throughout the case. The spacious and fully adaptable framework of the Define R6 sports nine fan mounts, integrated PWM fan hub and support for radiators up to 420mm, making it the perfect platform for building your dream water cooling loop. Improved third generation ModuVent™ technology allows an […]

19 December 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Thermaltake View 22 Tempered Glass Case Revealed

Unmatched Aesthetics and Performance Thermaltake, a leading premium gaming tower designer and manufacturer, announced the new Thermaltake View 22 Tempered Glass Edition Mid-Tower Chassis. Boasting a streamlined front panel design and a large tempered glass side panel, the View 22 TG backs up its look with a host of features to promise the best high-end case essentials. The View 22 TG’s spacious design allows the case to house up to two 140mm intake fans and a pre-installed 120mm rear fan. Furthermore, the View 22 TG delivers superior cooling capability, with options to install up to one 360mm radiator, a CPU cooler up to 160mm in height, a VGA up to 400mm in length and a power supply with length of […]

19 December 201718 December 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Phanteks Enthoo Pro Tempered Glass Edition Case Revealed

Phanteks today introduces two new models to the award-winning Enthoo Pro lineup. The Enthoo PRO Tempered Glass and the Enthoo Pro Special Edition. Designed with high-performance and flexibility in mind, maximizing airflow with extensive (water) cooling possibilities for enthusiast systems without the premium price tag. The new Enthoo Pro TG now sports an all new tempered glass side panel and the Special Edition adds Phanteks Halos RGB fan frames to the all white interior. Phanteks Enthoo Pro Tempered Glass and Special Edition will be available For more detailed data and specifications information, please visit our website WWW.PHANTEKS.COM AVAILABLE AT MOST LOCAL RETAILERS IN DECEMBER 2017

6 November 20173 May 2018CasesBy Tom Jaskulka

Phanteks Enthoo Evolv Shift X Case Review

The premium Enthoo-series mini-ITX case developed as “Project 217” has a new name: the Phanteks Enthoo Evolv Shift X. Initially announced during CES 2017, the pair of small form factor computer cases have finally made their retail appearance in October 2017. Part of the Enthoo Evolv series, the Shift X showcases many of the same design elements in a fresh new form factor. Benchmark Reviews has been given the opportunity to take a closer look at the larger Shift X (Model PH-ES217XE_AG) – with room for custom cooling loops, 280mm radiators, high-end graphics cards and the looks to match, will the Shift X find a spot in your next build? Let’s take a look.

6 November 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Lian Li Alpha 550 Tempered Glass Case Debuts

Lian Li Industrial Co. Ltd is pleased to announce the all-new Alpha series of PC cases. Where Lian Li has traditionally crafted unique, high-quality aluminium PC cases with unique design elements, the Alpha series combines that unique approach to compartmented PC chassis design and combines it with the traditional mono-space PC case. This has created a unique series of mainstream PC cases that feature Lian Li’s inspiring tempered glass panels and liquid cooling potential while preserving the layout of traditional PC builds. The quality still defies industry standards with 1 mm thick SECC steel and 4 mm thick tempered glass panels. But, a true tempered glass case is traditionally hard on cable management, that’s why cable management in the Alpha […]

6 November 20176 November 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Lian Li Alpha 330 Vertical GPU Case Debuts

17 October 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

NZXT H700i Case Debuts with Smart Device Controller

A new approach for modern PC building with an integrated digital fan and RGB controller Today NZXT is announcing the all-new H Series PC cases showcasing its vision for modern PC building. The H700i, H400i, and H200i include the newly-developed, fully-integrated Smart Device controller providing the same capabilities as NZXT’s highly-acclaimed GRID+ and HUE+ products. Each case comes build-ready with pre-installed RGB lighting and pre-wired Aer F fans*, saving the cost and hassle of adding RGB and fan controllers. The Smart Device also adds an audio sensor to measure fan noise, enabling a new feature called “Adaptive Noise Reduction.” This intelligent, cloud-based algorithm leverages the power of shared data and machine learning to develop fan curves that can reduce system […]

Lian Li PC-V3000 full tower Aluminium chassis now available

28 August 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Lian Li PC-V3000 Full-Tower Case Available

Lian Li Industrial Co. Ltd is proud to present the majestic PC-V3000 full tower PC chassis. The Lian Li PC-V3000 is the continuation of Lian Li’s flagship line of full-tower PC cases and designed with the goal of being the ultimate Aluminium and tempered glass full-tower PC. Designed for E-ATX motherboards and massive liquid cooling radiators (or 120 / 140mm fans) , the PC-V3000 can house up to 9 3.5” drives in addition to 3 2.5” drives. Key features of the PC-V3000 Full tower Aluminium and steel chassis with tempered glass side panel Supports up to E-ATX motherboards Supported storage devices: 9x 3.5 “ drives or 10x 2.5” Radiator support: Top: 420 or 360 mm Front: 360 or 280 mm […]

2 August 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Fractal Design Tempered Glass Define C Case Revealed

So many cases on the market today are made to be all things to all people. However, for many this results in a chassis full of empty bays, unused mounts and excess bulk. Created for those who demand a flexible platform for a powerful ATX or Micro ATX build that wastes no space, the Define C TG Series is the perfect solution to satisfy this balance of capacity and efficiency while opening up the side thanks to a full tempered glass side panel. Our team of engineers in Sweden made sure performance without restrictions was paramount. With innovative design, the Define C TG Series brings your system together in a truly exquisite way, reminding us why we choose Fractal Design. […]

2 May 20176 May 2017CasesBy Meng Vang

Anidees AI Crystal Cube Lite Case Review

With tempered glass becoming a trend on modern computer cases, the Anidees AI Crystal Cube Lite certainly stands out from the crowd with its 5mm thick tempered glass panels. But what exactly is Anidees? This design company was founded in 2011. It is popular in European countries, such as Germany, France, and more. Most people may not have heard of Anidees, but the company strives to provide great quality products by listening to ideas from people like you and me. With that in mind, the Crystal Cube Lite looks very promising with its flexible water and air cooling capabilities, glass panels, and small form-factor design. In this article for Benchmark Reviews, we will be taking a look at the AI Crystal Cube Lite case to see what Anidees has in store for us.

2 November 2016Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Fractal Design Define C Case Launched

Fractal Design expand on their popular Define series So many cases on the market today are made to be all things to all people. However, for many this results in a chassis full of empty bays, unused mounts and excess bulk. Created for those who demand a flexible platform for a powerful ATX or Micro ATX build that wastes no space, the Define C Series is the perfect solution to satisfy this balance of capacity and efficiency. Smaller than the usual ATX and Micro ATX case, the Define C and Define Mini C with its optimized interior provides the perfect base for users. The open air design offers unobstructed airflow across your core components with high performance and silent computing […]

7 September 201622 November 2016CasesBy Meng Vang

Lian Li PC-M25A Micro-ATX Case Review

The Lian Li PC-M25A comes in a small form factor design with support for micro-ATX and mini-ITX motherboards. It is a server case as it has the ability to support up to seven 3.5″ HDDs; five of which are hot-swappable. Graphics cards as long as 410mm can be installed for GPU intensive applications. With a powerful graphics card, there is also room to install a standard ATX power supply. The body of the case is built from aluminum, which promotes durability and gives the case a clean look all around. Benchmark Reviews will take a look at the Lian Li PC-M25A, so let’s jump into a quick overview of this product.

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1 February 201622 November 2016CasesBy Jason Vaught

Corsair Carbide 400Q Case Review

Corsair is breaking new ground, for them at least, with the 400Q and 400C in offering a mid tower case that has zero 5.25″ bays. Allowing maximum airflow with the least amount of obstructions. Is the Carbide 400Q a contender for similarly sized cases that feature sound dampening and no 5.25″ bays? That’s one of the questions we’re going to answer in this article for Benchmark Reviews.

19 November 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

BitFenix Pandora ATX Case Introduced

The BitFenix case family sees itself expanded today with the launch of the new Pandora ATX. As the name suggests, it is an ATX version of the already launched Pandora, which combines high-class aesthetics with supreme functionality in a compact form factor. The Pandora ATX offers the same much-loved unique styling, but combines it with housing capabilities for full-sized ATX motherboards and one 360mm radiator, to form a versatile base for any DIY projects. Pandora ATX initially launches exclusively in black, with two versions available – Pandora ATX and Pandora ATX Core. The former is equipped with the 2.8” ICON LCD display in the front, allowing for an added personalized touch of the front fascia. This is achieved by an […]

19 November 2015CasesBy Tom Jaskulka

SilverStone ML08 Mini-ITX Slim Case Review

Hot on the heels of Benchmark Review’s look at the Fortress FTZ01, SilverStone sent over their latest iteration of the mini-ITX “Z” chassis. Based off of the Raven RVZ02, today we have a chance to look at the Milo version: the ML08B-H. Following the same internal layout the Milo ML08 squeezes the same component clearances into an even slimmer chassis with some new tricks. New tool-less drive trays, a more accessible interior and two completely thermally isolated compartments identify this HTPC-oriented “Z2” case. Follow along as we take a closer look at the SilverStone ML08.

12 October 2015CasesBy Tom Jaskulka

SilverStone Fortress FTZ01 Mini-ITX Case Review

Generally, a few months after the Raven version is released, a premium Fortress version – sporting clean lines and a few tweaks here and there – will follow. This was the case with the RV01/FT01, RV02/FT02…well, you get the idea. When SilverStone released their first ITX Raven case – the RVZ01 – it was only a matter of time before the Fortress variant emerged. The RVZ01 was a unique chassis even by Raven standards; how would the FTZ01 manage to maintain that premium Fortress look and feel? Well, wrap it in a unibody aluminum exterior for starters. Follow along with Benchmark Reviews as we see what else has changed in the SilverStone Fortress FTZ01.

5 February 2015Cases, PC Hardware ReviewsBy David Shields

Sentey Optimus Plus Mid-Tower Case Review

This case, the Sentey Optimus Plus, features a large side panel window instead of fan mounts. Additional features include a fan controller, filtered intakes, a dedicated cooling fan for hard drives, and a SD card reader. These features come at an additional premium though when compared to other cases in the same price range. In this Benchmark Reviews article, I will discuss the Optimus Plus in depth and whether or not this is a good mid budget case for your next build.

9 January 201510 January 2015CasesBy Julian Duque

Phanteks Enthoo Mini XL Case Review

Here at Benchmark Reviews we admire those companies who not only give relentless effort to create the best product designs in terms of efficiency, quality, and functionality, but we also applaud those who try to set themselves apart in what is an already crowded market by bringing forth new ideas and daring to take risks. Surprisingly, this seems to be a trend for Phanteks; the relatively young company that is looking forward to create it’s own market of dual system cases with the release of the Enthoo Mini XL “Super Micro-ATX” Computer Case.

24 November 201424 November 2014CasesBy David Shields

Fractal Design Define R5 Mid-Tower Case Review

Fractal Design is probably best know for it’s Define series chassis lineup, cases designed for high performance while keeping a low noise level and budget price tag. The current version, the Define R4, was much praised for its customization options, cooling performance, and noise control. However, at the beginning of last year NZXT released their H440 chassis, a case that was called the “Define R4 Killer,” because of it’s enhanced cooling options, quiet operation, and stunning looks. But now Fractal Design have given their answer to the H440, and it’s a big one – the Define R5.