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Zalman LQ1000 Z-Machine Hybrid Liquid Case Exclusive Review

Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan

2008-06-26 23:41:34.0


XSReviews has posted an exclusive review of the new high-end Zalman LQ1000 Z-Machine Hybrid Liquid Case.

Here’s what they had to say:

“Undoubtedly the Zalman LQ1000 is a very nice case but also, it’s a good water-cooling solution for anyone wanting to enter the world of water cooling. The construction of the case is impressive, with thick aluminium panels and a quality construction – it’s a case built to last. One aspect where this case performs much better than its fellow competitors is in noise level, this thing is pretty much silent, but doesn’t lack in performance. This case really is what everyone wants; it’s a good size and looks very sleek.
Finding a fault on this case is pretty difficult. However, get ready to hold your chin, as it could now drop and smash your desk. That is, because of the price. Costing in at £399.99, it’s very expensive. The price of a computer alone! However, it is a whole water-cooling solution, which would cost you the best part of £200 - if you went for a relatively high end solution – this truly is a magnificent case, anyone who owns one would be hailed as a king. Well, maybe not that much… but still, they’d be pretty cool.”


This case looks exactly like the mutant love child of the Zalman Z-Machine GT1000 case and Reserator XT liquid cooling system, both of which individually retail for more than $380. If you look at it that way, the LQ1000’s ~$800 price might seem somewhat justifiable, but it’s still an unbelievably expensive product.

Click here to read the full review.

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