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Montech Launches the XR Wood PC Case

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MONTECH proudly presents the new ATX case, XR Wood, an artistic addition to the renowned X Series cases. By incorporating natural material, XR Wood delivers a harmonious blend of elegance and high-performance functionality. This case shows a professional aesthetic with diverse textures, ensuring you don't have to compromise on style or performance. Experience a bold leap into a new level of uniqueness.

XR Wood features refined American Walnut wood plates that are seamlessly integrated into the front panel, creating a naturally stylish finish. This thoughtful design not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of your PC setup but also shows the beauty of natural materials. The rich texture and warmth of the American Walnut bring a touch of elegance, options available in black or white color, making it a standout piece in any environment. Whether gaming or working, the XR Wood effortlessly combines functionality with sophisticated design, elevating the overall experience.

[Editor's note: Our in-depth review of the XR Wood is now live]





The XR Wood is designed with airflow optimization in mind, supporting the installation of up to 12 fans for superior cooling performance. This flexible cooling capability ensures that all your components stay at optimal temperatures during intense gaming sessions or demanding tasks. With strategically placed fan mounting options, you can customize an airflow system that maximizes ventilation and minimizes heat buildup. Experience peace of mind as you push your system to its limits without hesitation.

The XR Wood case includes four pre-installed GF120 ARGB PWM fans, allowing for quick setup and enhanced installation ease. This convenient feature with advanced PWM fan operation is perfect for gamers and creators who want to dive straight into action. The ARGB lighting adds a striking visual element while providing efficient cooling, ensuring a seamless experience from the moment the case is opened.


The XR Wood features a spacious interior designed to accommodate 360 mm AIO cooling setup and the latest RTX 50 Series GPUs, ensuring that builds meet ideal preferences. This thoughtful design provides ample room for advanced cooling systems, preparing for high-intensity gaming or professional content creation. Its upgrade-ready architecture allows for easy adaptation to the latest hardware innovations, making it a perfect choice for future-proofing any setup.

360° Comprehensive Dust Filtration
The XR Wood provides a 360° four-sided dust filter that shields all fans for maximum protection against dust. This filtration system ensures clear airflow while keeping internal components clean, enhancing long-term performance. Ideal for studios or working environments, allowing for optimal cooling efficiency and reliable performance.

Release Date and Pricing
  • Available on March 24, 2025, at 9 AM Pacific Time
  • XR Wood Black: US$ 79.9
  • XR Wood White: US$ 79.9

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Apart from that horribly cheap HDD bay and PCI retention mechanism overall looks like a decent case.
But only at that price, cause any more would put into the "auto no-buy" category IMHO :)

Also, calling it a "WOOD" case is disingenuous at best, misleading & deceptive at worst...since the only wood parts are the 2 front inserts...

I got excited when I saw the tag line, thinking maybe, just maybe, something different & possibly unique was coming, only to be soooo disappointed to see it is just another same ole same same boxen :(
 

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Two small veneer pieces make this worthy of having "wood" in its name? Leave it unattended for a year or so, there will be more dust than there is wood on this case.
 
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Wood case... 2 small accent pieces...

I am waiting for the Lian Li Lancool 217, which has a bit more wood to it...
 
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Guys !

It's a wooden case !

It has an entire 3x15cm strip of it on the front !

All wood !

Wood you believe it !?!?!?
 
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But only at that price, cause any more would put into the "auto no-buy" category IMHO :)

Also, calling it a "WOOD" case is disingenuous at best, misleading & deceptive at worst...since the only wood parts are the 2 front inserts...

I got excited when I saw the tag line, thinking maybe, just maybe, something different & possibly unique was coming, only to be soooo disappointed to see it is just another same ole same same boxen :(
Dont care about the "wood" related marketing, overall its a very well ventilated case which is a rarity in that price class.
 
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It'll only get cheeper.
 

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On the other hand, imagine a world where wood PC cases do take off and us, PC enthusiasts, become the target of eco-nuts, like those that used to splash paint on people wearing fur :rockout:
 
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On the other hand, imagine a world where wood PC cases do take off and us, PC enthusiasts, become the target of eco-nuts, like those that used to splash paint on people wearing fur :rockout:
I would love to have a real wooden case tbh.
 

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Wood optics + RGB’s, no further comment…:fear:
 
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Looks OK to me. I don't really care about the wood though, what little of it there is.
 

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Ok, one more: imagine you bragged to your wife about wood, only to show up with those tiny pieces.
 
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Ok, one more: imagine you bragged to your wife about wood, only to show up with those tiny pieces.
She might think you were using them as symbolic representations of something else in your life that is tiny or flat or natural looking......:clap:..:eek:..:fear:
 
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But only at that price, cause any more would put into the "auto no-buy" category IMHO :)

Also, calling it a "WOOD" case is disingenuous at best, misleading & deceptive at worst...since the only wood parts are the 2 front inserts...

I got excited when I saw the tag line, thinking maybe, just maybe, something different & possibly unique was coming, only to be soooo disappointed to see it is just another same ole same same boxen :(
Someone here recently completed a real woodstation. It was very nicely done.

Ok, one more: imagine you bragged to your wife about wood, only to show up with those tiny pieces.
I don't think I can install any firmware in that case. Not enough wood. AGESA will not be happy.
 

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Two small veneer pieces make this worthy of having "wood" in its name? Leave it unattended for a year or so, there will be more dust than there is wood on this case.
I guess we can see what's the new trend in marketing. :laugh:

I would love to have a real wooden case tbh.
Would be interesting to put a 5090 there, instead of just the card/cables/connector burning, now you can have your whole case burned down. :D
 
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I guess we can see what's the new trend in marketing. :laugh:


Would be interesting to put a 5090 there, instead of just the card/cables/connector burning, now you can have your whole case burned down. :D
Well since you are from Finland you should know how to make wood somewhat fireproof ;)
 

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Well since you are from Finland you should know how to make wood somewhat fireproof ;)
Not working on the wood industry, sorry :D
 
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