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BitFenix Raider Mid-Tower Case Reviews

Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan

2012-04-03 02:54:09.0


KitGuru, Legit Reviews, TechREACTION, The SSD Review, and XtremeComputing have reviewed the fairly affordable BitFenix Raider mid-tower case.

Let's see what they had to say:

  • KitGuru:

    "The Bitfenix Raider is a very clever design that will be affordable by a very large audience. The case ships with an integrated fan controller, three 120mm fans, and has further options to increase cooling proficiency if needed.

    The cable management options are more than adequate and with four USB 3.0 ports on the top panel this case is ideal for a user with plenty of fast, external devices. Bitfenix have also included removable dust filters on the bottom panel as well as a foam dust filter behind the front panel. Another memorable feature is the removable drive cage for those of us that want to use a full size graphics card. We also really appreciate their proprietary ‘SofTouch’ surface treatment, to keep the case looking pristine, even after rough handling."


    Click here to read the full review.


  • Legit Reviews:

    "This really makes this case a great value for the buck and living with the BitFenix Raider a much more enjoyable experience. The soft touch finish and the clean mesh panel that goes from the font over the top is very stylish while allowing for excellent thermals. The top mounted 200mm fan port is a unique option and the bottom 120mm optional fan intake is a great touch. This case allows the mounting of up to five fans, with two being 200mm or four fans with three being 200mm variety. Quiet airflow should not be a problem in this case. We loved the USB 3.0 / USB 2.0 cables from the top I/O ports, what a ingenious design."


    Click here to read the full review.


  • TechREACTION:

    "Overall, the Bitfenix Raider performed very well in our testing. The outside edges, coated with the SofTouch technology, always look great. The quartet of USB 3.0 connections is another good addition to the Raider, helping you keep up with the new 3.0 compliant peripherals. The wire management solution provided worked well with our installation and kept the inside nice and clean without the awful clutter that plagues a lot of systems. Installing everything was simple and quick, as most everything is tool-free in the Raider. With the nice dust filtering solution, users should expect a very clean system with minimal downtime for cleaning the filters. The Raider held our GTX 480 without a problem, once we took out the HDD wall. This was a great idea from Bitfenix, otherwise this case would be in serious trouble and have to be downgraded to the middle of the pack."


    Click here to read the full review.


  • The SSD Review:

    "Overall, when it comes to the Raider, it seems that BitFenix has a real winner on its hands. From the velvety smooth coating to the capacious case interior, to the LACK of dizzying light displays, the Raider appears to have all the makings of an ideal entry, and in just the right amounts. Aside from a few minor issues, the Raider really can offer something to just about everybody. The only question at this point is how well it can compete against the competition."


    Click here to read the full review.


  • XtremeComputing:

    "The BitFenix Raider is solidly constructed and features refined, modest looks with nicely proportioned corners and style. The BitFenix SoftTouch treatment across the front and top of the case is well appreciated and provides a somewhat matt-black look against the deep black paintjob.

    Inside of the case is plenty of room and flexibility, capable of taking even the largest of graphics card I have encountered (and probably able to take quite a bit more). Cable routing has been thoroughly thought out and is definitely one of the best cable routing efforts I’ve seen.

    The inbuilt fan controller is also a nice touch – and not at all ghastly or shouty like many on the market, but is rather hidden away on the top of the case next to the I/O ports."


    Click here to read the full review.

This is a pretty sleek looking case from BitFenix, check it out!

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