Value and Conclusion
- The Thermaltake V250 TG ARGB sells for $85 plus tax.
- Three 120 mm ARGB fans in the front of the chassis
- Built-in RGB toggle button through reset switch
- Fans may be controlled through motherboard
- Magnetic dust filter on top
- Flexible fan/radiator placement in ceiling
- Plenty of room for your modern components
- Solid frame construction
- Gently tinted glass side panel great for looking at all your parts
- Good cable-management possibilities
- Mounting method for glass panel outdated
- Glass panel not framed nicely
- The front acrylic element is unusual for a case of this price range
- Fans connected via a 6-pin header make for limited choice when upgrading the setup
- Underside dust filter is a basic metal mesh
- Focus on USB 2.0 connectors instead of USB 3.0
- Basic metal mesh filter strips in the front
- Plastic 3.5" HDD tray design makes for hard removal
- No grommets on the openings for cable routing
- No reusable expansion-slot covers included
Let's start by saying that it is pretty normal for brands to use the same core frame and update a few specific tooling parts, or go with their own external design, especially for mainstream enclosures. That having being said, with it being a solid choice in terms of build quality and space for the usual gamer and enthusiast hardware, we have seen exactly the same frame used in other enclosures. It also provides solid cooling options with adequate storage capabilities.
Thermaltake opted for a total of four 120 mm fans, with the front three having ARGB elements in their individual hubs. This provides some nice value right out of the box and speaks to the usual customer in this price range, who is unlikely to swap out any fans. On top of that, these are all connected nicely to a PCB, so you are able to adjust lighting modes independently of the motherboard you want to install inside the V250 TG ARGB.
Unfortunately, there are also a lot of small things that do add up overall, especially if you consider that this case goes for the same price as many others with similar specifications (and a similar body). While the ARGB PCB for the fans is absolutely great to have, it is bare and basic compared to others. The glass side panel is nice and clear in order to show off your hardware, but comes with the most basic mounting method. On top of that, the I/O focuses unnecessarily on USB 2.0 instead of 3.0, and while the break-out expansion slot covers are not the end of the world for the target audience, other offerings include at least 1–2 spare replacements. Lastly, you will find some better dust filter setups out there as well, especially in the front. All these items are absolutely not dealbreakers on their own, but do become quite noticeable as a whole, which is too bad because the Thermaltake V250 TG ARGB is a good-looking, understated yet slightly flashy and solid chassis otherwise.