Cougar Launches the Panzer Evo Full-Size Tempered Glass Case

[Chino]

Cougar's latest release the Panzer Evo is a full size tower case that features a range of practical features, a comprehensive cable management system and support for up to E-ATX form motherboards with capacity for a total of four 390mm graphics cards. The Panzer Evo is a full size case coming in at 266 x 612 x 556 (mm) with screw less access to the internals allowing removal of the side panels and PSU cover without any tools. Inside you'll find support for six motherboard types and four double slot 390mm graphics cards.

The case can support Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX, L-ATX, SSI-CEB as well as E-ATX motherboard form factors. Memory support provides space for up to six SSDs with the option to exchange two of those slots for 3.5" HDDs.


Cooling and cable management
The Panzer Evo supports up to eight 120mm fans, with four LED-fans already preinstalled in the case and the option to substitute these for up to six 140mm fans for high performance cooling.

Gamers that require builds with water-cooling can install up to four 120mm radiators with room increase two of those to full 360mm units.

When it comes to cable management, the Panzer Evo is comprehensive in it's ability to provide gamers a platform for a clean, well managed build maximizing space for airflow and cooling solutions.

Airflow design and fan speed control
The Panzer Evo has a design which allows manual control of the fan speed from the front panel switch, with the front fans designed to redirect some of the airflow towards the back of the motherboard tray to ensure comprehensive cooling of the system.

Features designed with the gamer in mind
The Panzer Evo comes with several features including an optional headset stand which can be attached to the front of the case and built in handle support with a 35KG capacity. The front of the case houses the I/O panel which is equipped with two USB 3.0 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, HD Audio connections, as well as the power, reset and fan speed control buttons.

Avaliable to pre-order at OverclockersUK for £139.99

Technical Details:

• Dimensions: 266 x 612 x 556 mm (W x H x D)
• Material: Steel, plastic, real glass
• Color: Black
• Form Factor: Mini-ITX, micro-ATX, ATX, L-ATX, SSI-CEB, E-ATX (up to 279 mm width)

• Total Fan Capacity:

3x 120 mm or 3x 140 mm (Front)
3x 120 mm or 2x 140 mm (Roof)
1x 120 mm (Rear)
1x 120 mm or 1x 140 mm (Floor)

• Pre-Installed Fans:

3x 120 mm (Front; red LEDs)
1x 120 mm (Rear; red LEDs)

• Radiator Mountings (Forfeiting Fan Slots):

1x 120/140/240/280/360 mm (Front)
1x 120/140/240/280/360 mm (Top)
1x 120 mm (Rear)
1x 120/140 mm (Floor)

• Dust Filter: Front / top / floor
• Drive Bays:

4x 2,5"
2x 3,5" (also 2,5" compatible)

• Power Supply: 1x Standard ATX (optional)
• Expansion Slots: 8

• I/O Panel:

2x USB 3.0
2x USB 2.0
1x Audio In
1x Audio Out
Power On/Off Switch
Reset Button

• Maximum GPU Length: 390 mm
• Maximum CPU Cooler: 170 mm

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[GreiverBlade]

ah finally ....

damn, i might have to change my Panzer Max

 

[Fabio]

ah finally ....

damn, i might have to change my Panzer Max

is there a chance that the tempered glass is compatible with the panzer max?

 

[Joshua S.]

I'm pretty sure temperatures are going to be 10-15 F degrees higher with the glass in the front, cooler master h500p all over again

 

[GreiverBlade]

is there a chance that the tempered glass is compatible with the panzer max?

i doubt it ... i checked and there is no screw thread at the place where they would go ...

I'm pretty sure temperatures are going to be 10-15 F degrees higher with the glass in the front, cooler master h500p all over again

as long as it's only °F ... not caring since 0°C = 32°F sooo 15°F = ~ -9.444444444°C

good point is i could sell my Panzer max higher than i bought it .... since the 4 Corsair ML fan i added to it did cost the same price of the case itself

specially if that one has the fan shown in the pics bundled with

 

[Fabio]

i doubt it ... i checked and there is no screw thread at the place where they would go ...


as long as it's only °F ... not caring since 0°C = 32°F sooo 15°F = ~ -9.444444444°C

good point is i could sell my Panzer max higher than i bought it .... since the 4 Corsair ML fan i added to it did cost the same price of the case itself

specially if that one has the fan shown in the pics bundled with

but i see the photo on the website and the case it s pretty identical, also the two fissures where you place the side pannel

 

[GreiverBlade]

but i see the photo on the website and the case it s pretty identical, also the two fissures where you place the side pannel

you can't base yourself on photos ... and if there isn't any screw thread, pretty identical means nothing (ofc the case is identical, it's the exact same case ... but the glass panel doesn't use the "fissures" to hold in place).

Actually they are rather "slightly different"...(side panel fixation highlighted in red).

actually you can base yourself on photos .... but it seems we didn't see the same things



Also spending more for having glass panel ... i prefer making a bundle with the fans: panzer max initial price 145chf ML 140 Pro L X4 + ML 120 Pro L initial price : 154chf total value 299chf (and i can sell it at that price with no issues ) guesstimated Swiss price for the Panzer Evo : 185chf (i doubt the separates glass will cost 40chf if they ever make them disponible).
So, basically, i can make a bundle price of 190chf for the PMax advance a 109chf reduction in original pricing and still get the PEvo and a coffee as a bonus while i wait on the Bus to go back home .

The only thing that irritate me, but it's minor, the front fan are in number of 3 (a better over the 2 non LED on the Panzer Max) but they are 120mm ... why putting 120mm in a spot where you can use 140mm from start, furthermore since there will be no optional 5.1/4 drive bay... (well the 2 120mm from the PMax were also kinda like that .... even with the 5.1/4 cage in place you could already place 2 140mm under it ).

 

[Th3pwn3r]

This would go great with the Cougar headset my daughter has and I've been looking for a replacement for her old HAF case but airflow is so bad on cases these days...maybe I could remove the glass and put clear mesh in place.

 

[Fabio]

you can't base yourself on photos ... and if there isn't any screw thread, pretty identical means nothing (ofc the case is identical, it's the exact same case ... but the glass panel doesn't use the "fissures" to hold in place).

Actually they are rather "slightly different"...(side panel fixation highlighted in red).
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actually you can base yourself on photos .... but it seems we didn't see the same things



Also spending more for having glass panel ... i prefer making a bundle with the fans: panzer max initial price 145chf ML 140 Pro L X4 + ML 120 Pro L initial price : 154chf total value 299chf (and i can sell it at that price with no issues ) guesstimated Swiss price for the Panzer Evo : 185chf (i doubt the separates glass will cost 40chf if they ever make them disponible).
So, basically, i can make a bundle price of 190chf for the PMax advance a 109chf reduction in original pricing and still get the PEvo and a coffee as a bonus while i wait on the Bus to go back home .

The only thing that irritate me, but it's minor, the front fan are in number of 3 (a better over the 2 non LED on the Panzer Max) but they are 120mm ... why putting 120mm in a spot where you can use 140mm from start, furthermore since there will be no optional 5.1/4 drive bay... (well the 2 120mm from the PMax were also kinda like that .... even with the 5.1/4 cage in place you could already place 2 140mm under it ).

you know what, it really seems to me that under the glasses, mounted on the very same structure there are 4 little support, with screw to mount the glass. I guess thet if you can get your hand also on that 4 support you can easy mount the glass on te max. Just my guess

 

[GreiverBlade]

you know what, it really seems to me that under the glasses, mounted on the very same structure there are 4 little support, with screw to mount the glass. I guess thet if you can get your hand also on that 4 support you can easy mount the glass on te max. Just my guess

did you actually notice that the screw hole and inner frame of that case are .... riveted? as i own a Panzer Max i fully know how the original fixation are and i am at least 99% sure the work needed to do that kind of swap would be a PITA, furthermore "IF" (and that's a big IF ) Cougar did make these sides/front/top/support available to original Panzer Max owner, it would not cost simply "the price difference between the two cases" and even if they did cost 30-40chf for me, it would be already too much for an upgrade/option since it would place it, at max, at a Cougar Conquer price level (339chf for me ) in that case i rather resell my original PMax and get the Evo with a extra money on the side (or i would get a Conquer .... if only the max rad size wasn't 240/360mm since i use a 280mm myself )

also with the original side shapes the glass would be around a centimeter away from the frame (the screw hole/support act as spacer but the frame that support them is also fundamentally different )

edit: also the front and top fixation system of the original would be another PITA to deal with to adapt the case to the glass panel.

 

[Fabio]

did you actually notice that the screw hole and inner frame of that case are .... riveted? as i own a Panzer Max i fully know how the original fixation are and i am at least 99% sure the work needed to do that kind of swap would be a PITA, furthermore "IF" (and that's a big IF ) Cougar did make these sides/front/top/support available to original Panzer Max owner, it would not cost simply "the price difference between the two cases" and even if they did cost 30-40chf for me, it would be already too much for an upgrade/option since it would place it, at max, at a Cougar Conquer price level (339chf for me ) in that case i rather resell my original PMax and get the Evo with a extra money on the side (or i would get a Conquer .... if only the max rad size wasn't 240/360mm since i use a 280mm myself )

also with the original side shapes the glass would be around a centimeter away from the frame (the screw hole/support act as spacer but the frame that support them is also fundamentally different )

edit: also the front and top fixation system of the original would be another PITA to deal with to adapt the case to the glass panel.

me so sad =(...