Introduction
I would like to thank
Caseking.de for supplying the review sample.
Caseking is one of the few companies out there, which will not just sell anything. They only offer hardware that performs well and is of high quality. The shop offers quite a few exclusive parts and devices from all around the world and it is also the official distributor for a long list of well known manufacturers. Their assortment has grown greatly in recent years, while great service and support is still a very important part of the shop philosophy. The website may be in German, but due to great demand, an English version is in the works. We received continous support from Caseking and they were kind enough to send us the latest chassis from Bitfenix - the Raider.
About BitFenix
The company has been in the market for just over a year now, and consists of a select few with an extensive knowledge in the industry. To give you an idea about the company's fighting stance in the case industry, here a quote from their "
About Us" page:
Combining a deep understanding of gaming and other high-demand computing applications with superior engineering and design know-how, the BitFenix team is dedicated to creating the go-to computing products and peripherals for those who refuse to quit.
Specifications
Specifications: BitFenix Raider |
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CASE TYPE: | Mid-Tower |
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MATERIAL: | Steel & Plastic |
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WEIGHT: | 8.52 kg |
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SLOTS: | 7 |
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DRIVE BAYS: | 4x External 5.25" 6x Internal 3.5/2.5" 1x Internal 2.5" |
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MOTHERBOARD FORM FACTORS: | Mini-ITX mATX ATX |
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DIMENSIONS: | 210 x 500 x 493 mm |
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FRONT DOOR/COVER: | No |
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FRONT FANS: | 2x 120 mm Spectre |
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REAR FANS: | 1x 120 mm Spectre |
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TOP FANS: | 1x 200 mm (not included) |
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BOTTOM FANS: | 1x 120 mm (not included) |
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I/O: | 4x USB 3.0/2.0 1x Headphone 1x Microphone |
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FAN CONTROLLER: | Slider 5x 3-pin connectors |
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Packaging
Bitfenix packages the chassis in a brown cardboard box with the company logo and product name on the front. Turning it around you will find a simple image of the chassis along with the mention of a few features. Many manufacturers seem to be switching to plain brown packaging in response to the changing retail landscape. Very few customers nowadays go to a retail store to look at case packaging before deciding to buy a product.
The case is held in place by two Styrofoam spacers. A plastic bag protects its from scratches and fingerprints during the packing process at the factory.