Today we are reviewing a case from NZXT. They are well known for their high quality cases so the question is; how long can they keep the quality up by making high quality case with cool new features? We received their H2 Classic case for testing today.
About NZXT:
Read more about NZXT on their website, http://nzxtcorp.tumblr.com/
Specifications:
| MODEL | H2 |
| CASE TYPE | Mid Tower Steel |
| FRONT PANEL MATERIAL | Plastic/Steel |
| DIMENSIONS (W x H x D) | 215 x 466 X 520 mm |
| VGA Clearance Maximum |
310 w/o HDD, 270mm with HDD |
| CPU Heatsink Support | 170mm |
| COOLING SYSTEM | FRONT, 2 X 120mm @ 1200rpm ( included ) REAR, 1 X 120mm @ 1200rpm (included) TOP, 1 X 140mm BOTTOM, 1 x 120mm |
| DRIVE BAYS | 3 EXTERNAL 5.25″ DRIVE BAYS 8 INTERNAL 3.5″/2.5″ Slots Screwless Rail Design |
| MATERIAL(S) | Steel with painted interior |
| EXPANSION SLOTS | 7 |
| WEIGHT | 8.9 kg |
| MOTHERBOARD SUPPORT | ATX, MICRO-ATX, BABY AT |
Features:
• Touch powered fans with fan filter for easy maintenance and fan swapping
• 30W 3-step fan control for airflow settings at 40%, 70%, and 100% of maximum fan speed
• Top hot swap capable SATA HDD Dock (requires an AHCI capable motherboard and hot swappable HDD) and USB 3.0 port for the most up to date function
• 8 Front facing HDDs for optimal airflow
• Noise dampening foam and a top magnetic fan cover for minimal PC noise
• Ample 25mm space behind motherboard for cable management
The Product:
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This case comes in this black and brown cardboard box, a bit less attractive than other cases but as we know it’s the case that counts not the box it comes in.
This computer case has a glossy black front with matte black side panels and top.
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The top is equipped with several ports like USB 3, USB 2 ports, sound and mic jacks and also a fan controller. The fan controller controls the fans at speed 40%, 70% and also 100%. The top is also equipped with a hot swap spot for a HDD or you can use it as a toolbox.
If you don’t want to use the top fan you can cover it with a lid that is included which prevents dust and dirt in the computer.
