The SETA H2 may look like a larger variant of the SETA H2M on the ouside, but its interior has as little in common as its exterior does to the H1. Offering a whopping 15 storage bays, good cooling potential and eight expansion slots, the SETA H2 is hyper-focused as the go-to chassis for storage servers or AI workstations.
The Fractal Design Epoch builds upon the foundation of the North, pairing its refined structure with a minimalist exterior crafted from premium materials. A sleek mesh front, soft curves, and optional glass side panels give it an elegant and modern appeal. Notably, three high-performance Momentum 12 RGB fans are included — impressive for such a compact case.
The Corsair Frame 5000D series may at first seem to just be a bigger variant of the Frame 4000D. But it is also an evolution. The updated design fixes most issues we found with the Frame 4000D, while also iterating on some unique features. This has compelling results, even considering the much higher price tag.
The Lian Li Lancool 217 shines in the spotlight, much like the Lancool 207, its baby brother. With extremely good cooling performance, a thoughtful and functional engineering design coupled with a compellingly solid feature set, it really is a no brainer. Especially for the asking price.
The Gamdias Atlas E1 is the most affordable of the Atlas series, sporting a temperature display integrated into a compact dual-glass enclosure. Equipped with three fans, ARGB control and the ability to hold a long and potent GPU, the Atlas E1 is aimed at those wanting something small on their desk while showing off all their cool hardware.
Fractal's Meshify series is long due for an upgrade, so it is no surprise that Fractal Design is launching the Meshify 3 in seven different SKUs, with an updated design, some cool new features and unique tooling. Paired with three brand new Momentum 14 RGB fans, the Ambience Pro RGB variant of the case is fully loaded with a new Hub and 100 embedded LEDs.
The Formula V Line Crystal Z8 Floe is equipped with a whopping six ARGB PWM fans while also giving you the option to convert it to an airflow-focused build thanks to the mesh front panel. All that sounds great and enough to warrant a close look. Read on to find out how it fares!
The HS02 is Montech's latest flagship case, offering plenty of glass, features, USPs and functionality while still sporting a surprisingly affordable price tag. This makes it an excellent choice for budget minded as well as high-end builds alike. Those who are really wanting to minimize cost also have the non-Pro or HS01 variants to pick from.
The Thermaltake TR100 is a perfect example of how to engineer a great sandwich chassis, managing to solve most of the cooling limitations of such enclosures. On top of that, the TR100 breaks down the barriers of entry around assembly and cable management, while looking pretty cool in the process.
The SilverStone Lucid 04 is the latest in the Lucid series with its focus on glass. While the 01 and 02 went for a unique motherboard layout, the 03 was an ITX variant - all with lots of unique aspects. The Lucid 04 follows a squarely classic microATX form factor, aiming to be an affordable fish tank style choice
The Montech XR Wood takes the same frame as the original XR but re-imagines it as a classic mid-tower. This basis gives it an extremely solid and competitive foundation. Montech has made sure to take advantage of that, designing the XR Wood to be even more intriguing.
The be quiet! Pure Base 501 LX is a refresh of the 500 series and replaces the FX series. The refresh uses the same frame, but with a slew of updates and improvements. These modernizations go a long way to keep the Pure Base 501 LX relevant, but even so, its age does become apparent in some aspects.
The XPG Starker Air BTF is the latest in the Starker series. As the name implies, this new model allows for the use of motherboards with backside connectors, but also goes into new directions in essentially all fronts when compared to its predecessor, including a very different price point.
The be quiet! Pure Base 501 DX is a refresh of the 500 series, which was released more than half a decade ago. The refresh uses the same frame, with a slew of updates and improvements. These modernizations go a long way to keep the body relevant, allowing the refreshed design of the Pure Base 501 DX to shine confidently.
The darkFlash DY470 manages to pack a no-frills, functional dual-chamber case layout into a cool looking, asymmetrical exterior shell which helps it stand out in the already crowded segment. As such, while it commands a higher price tag than classic variants, it certainly has plenty of justification to do so.
The Corsair Frame 4000D is an evolution of the popular 4000D, with a focus on additional modularity and flexibility as it is the first mainstream chassis to use the InfiniRail mounting system. The updates don't just end with functionality, as the Frame 4000D also offers fresh design details to set the stage for the new Frame series.
The Montech Heritage Pro takes an uncommon interior layout, adds BTF, while allowing for big radiators and powerful air cooling, then wraps it all in a beautiful leather exterior. If that is your thing, then the case offers a very good base to build a system that just exudes swagger.
The SilverStone SETA H2M is a smaller variant of the H2, but still checks off all the boxes we have come to expect from the SETA line. So you still get the all-metal exterior of the H2 combined with massive storage capabilities and big fans. SilverStone has also modernized the interior to allow for BTF support and other fun details.
The Cooler Master MasterFrame series is a groundbreaking concept. It brings interesting modularity and versatility. This approach reuses components, preserves the design's core functionality, and offers some interesting opportunities for customization.
The be quiet! Light Base 600 LX is a smaller and more affordable variant when compared to the 900 LX. This should make it appealing to a more mainstream audience. There are lots of features to love, but are they enough to justify the $185 price tag? Let's find out!
The sspud Xhuttle may not be the kind of chassis you would expect from the brand that brought you all mesh ITX cases in the past. But, the Xhuttle manages to really offer plenty of uniqueness at a pretty interesting price point, without really compromising on functionality, even allowing you the choice of two different stances.
The Geometric Future Model 5 isn't just looks, but also offers plenty of features paired with that unique layout. It manages to reinvent the dimensional balance, not only moving the PSU to the front top corner, but also allowing for thick radiators or push/pull, 420 mm sized cooling alongside just enough space for quality PSUs and any GPU of your choice. There is simply a lot to love.
The FSP M580 Plus is the beefed up version of the classic M580, with 30 mm thick fans that sport individual RPM displays and more. All while providing a cool curved glass exterior coupled with simple but functional tooling, a built-in ARGB/PWM hub and dedicated control of your LED lighting.
The Tower 600 is not just an even more evolved take on the unique case series from Thermaltake. It manages to impress with an almost perfect balance between looks and functionality. With plenty of variants to match and expand on this case as a base, The Tower 600 may do more than just surprise you.
The be quiet Light Base 900 DX provides three different layouts, with 172 beautifully embedded ARGB LEDs around three sides of the chassis. That alone should make it worthwhile to look into if illumination is your jam - especially if you want massive radiators and plenty of ARGB fans. Besides that, the Light Base 900 DX also provides plenty of interesting functionality for a unique build experience.
