Lets get the obvious part out of the way first: The AZZA Cast 808 is not a sensible chassis product. For nearly $200 you can get a modern, high-end ATX case with solid build quality and loads of functional features. Yes, it would look just fine and work perfectly well, but you would not stand out of the crowd, either.

That is where the AZZA Cast 808 comes in. With plenty of unique and more or less functional open-frame cases out there, the AZZA Cast 808 manages to walk a good compromise between both worlds. The flip-out shell and ability to separate the frame from it for assembly make it well thought out for those who don't updated things like storage or power components often, while still giving you a case that manages to pull off being a mid-tower just fine.

One of the most impressive elements of the AZZA Cast 808 besides its unique engineering is its use of materials. With thick steel and strong aluminium, as well as metal hinges and the exclusive use of screws to hold it all together, the case rightfully weighs in heavy and feels great too. Some may argue that the dual-tone color between the aluminium and steel parts is a a negative aspect, but it honestly still looks great and cohesive, so we would chalk it off to AZZA not cashing in on the opportunity to market the case as "cool blue."

Looking at the frame, AZZA has done as much as they could considering that thick steel does not lend itself well to intricate bends and shapes, which results in lots of straight lines forming a functional enclosure. This means you still get the sense that your money is well spent even if you end up having to put in the extra work to manage the frame and shell together or separately. In the end, unique designs usually are not that functional, though the AZZA Cast 808 walks the line pretty well. So, if you are looking for that functional and sensible case, get essentially anything else out there as a $200 budget means the world is your oyster. But if you want a unique chassis that is a beauty to look at with a few cool tricks up its sleeve, the AZZA Cast 808 is certainly an enticing option.