Introduction
I would like to thank
Antec for supplying the review sample.
Antec seems heavily invested in the Flux platform because it is a unique selling point that stands out in this otherwise crowded sub-$100 market. With the original DF600 Flux, we saw some thermal benefits, but it was not worth the increased operating noise due to the fact that it only included the fans but not a fan controller. Then there was the P10 Flux, which actually made good use of that thermal platform, and its approach to silence provided a better use case for the Flux setup. Today, we get to review the Antec DF700 Flux, which is also part of the Dark Fleet series and seems to improve usability for that unique fan setup.
Specifications
Antec DF700 Flux |
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Case Type: | Mid-Tower |
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Material: | Steel, plastic, metal mesh, and tempered glass |
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Weight: | 7.4 kg |
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Slots: | 7 |
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Drive Bays: | 1x Internal 3.5" 3x Internal 2.5/3.5" 2x Internal 2.5" |
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Motherboard Form Factors: | Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, and ATX |
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Dimensions: | 467 x 220 x 486 mm (DxWxH) |
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Front Door/Cover: | N/A |
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Front Fans: | 3x 120 or 2x 140 mm (3x 120 mm ARGB fans pre-installed) |
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Rear Fans: | 1x 120 mm (1x 120 mm fan pre-installed) |
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Top Fans: | 3x 120/2x 140 mm (optional) |
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Bottom Fans: | 2x 120 mm (1x reverse 120 mm fan included) |
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Side Fans: | N/A |
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Front Radiator: | up to 280/360 mm |
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Rear Radiator: | 120 mm |
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Top Radiator: | Up to 280/360 mm |
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Bottom Radiator: | N/A |
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Side Radiator: | N/A |
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I/O: | 2x USB 3.0 1x Headphone 1x Microphone |
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Fan/LED Controller: | ARGB controller and fan controller |
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Compatibility: | CPU Cooler: 175 mm GPU: 405 mm PSU: 205 mm |
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Packaging
Antec ships the DF700 Flux in a brown box with their signature design. There is an image of the case on front and a blow-up diagram on the rear, next to some written details about the unit. Both sides of the package hold specifications in various languages.
Two solid Styrofoam spacers and a thin plastic bag protect the DF700 Flux from any damage or fingerprints, so you will receive your unit in great condition.