Case Review Roundup - Antec, Lian Li, Thermaltake & More

• BigBruin: Thermaltake Armor+ VH6000BWS Full Tower Chassis Review:
  
  

  “The Thermaltake Armor+ VH6000BWS full tower chassis will not frustrate, and will not disappoint. There are plenty of tool-less features included to simplify the installation process, and the only components that required a screwdriver were the motherboard and power supply.
  
  The design of the case is slick and attractive, but doesn't go over the top. The simple external styling is complemented by a spacious, well laid out interior that will show through the large side panel window when fully assembled.”

  
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• bit-tech: Lian Li Tyr PC-X2000‏:
  
  

  “To see such an otherwise excellent case pulled down by minor design oversights and manufacturing defects is a real shame, but is sadly the case.
  
  Such problems really shouldn’t be present in a case that we’re told will launch at well over £200. For that money you expect the excellent design, ease of use and thermal performance of the PC-X2000, but not the minor niggles that could spoil your purchase. Don’t get me wrong, the Lian Li PC-X2000 is a simply stunning case, both aesthetically and performance wise. It’s just that the minor problems that seem to us so simple to fix, really shouldn’t be there at this price point especially.”

  
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• Hardware Logic: Thermaltake VH6000BWS Armor+ Case Review:
  
  

  “The overall experience with the Armor+ VH6000BWS has been exceptional. This single chassis has proven that the features enthusiasts really care about can be incorporated into a design that is both compelling and affordable. With a price point that leaves other more expensive case solutions scratching their collective heads, this enclosure serves notice to manufacturers that their bluff has been called. The era of complete feature sets found in $300+ enclosures is officially over. The VH6000BWS makes little compromises, offering enthusiasts exactly what they need, and discarding anything that they do not.”

  
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• Hardware Secrets: Antec Three Hundred Case Review:
  

  “In summary, this case provides a terrific cost/benefit ratio for mainstream users looking for a small yet powerful case. You can even build a high-end gaming machine using this case (you will probably need to add extra fans). It comes with an outstanding number of hard disk drive bays – six –, a quantity not easily found even on more expensive cases.”

  
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• Rbmonds: Thermaltake M9D Computer Case Review:
  
  

  “Overall, the Thermaltake M9D Computer Case is a decent case that provides a custom look yet is still a little rough around the edges (literally). The exterior is nicely decorated, and the clear side with oversized, multi-colored fan is a nice touch. But while the case has decent room inside, there are a few design flaws that need to be corrected to make this a world class case. If you’re looking for a colorful case and don’t mind a little frustration putting it together, you may want to consider this case for your next build.”

  
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• Virtual-Hideout: Raidmax Iceberg Case Review:
  
  

  “The Raidmax Iceberg impressed us with its sturdy and quality construction. We were definitely not expecting an aluminum case to be so strong, but the thick aluminum of the Iceberg makes it one of the strongest cases we've seen. The design of the case also makes it one of the easiest to disassemble, from the nice side panels to the easy-to-remove front panel. Cooling options provided were also very decent, with four fans out of the case.
  
  Inside, things were very utilitarian, but straightforward. The only problems encountered were with the expansion card slots, which used tear-out covers and with the HDD cage, which was problematic to remove.”

  
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