HAF X External Design

Compared to the HAF 932, it seems Libation Main toned down the assailment of its latest chassis. Nosotros similar the new design in some ways, just a function of us withal prefers the older model. As is often the situation with computer cases, it boils down to personal preference, and then non everyone will similar the new HAF more than the one-time one. Regardless, nosotros tin acknowledge that the HAF 10 is a very absurd looking chassis, and we recall information technology still has the original's mass appeal.

The HAF X's dimensions are fairly standard for a full belfry ATX case, measuring nine.i" wide, 23.6" long and 21.vii" alpine (23.iii 10 59.9 10 55.0 cm) making it slightly bulkier than the HAF 932. It is constructed from SECC (Steel, Electrogalvanized, Cold-rolled, Coil) -- a type of metal known for its low cost and high thermal conduction properties, making it ideal for computer cases. At that place is also a lot of plastic used, but don't let that put you off equally the HAF X definitely looks the part.

The front is sleeker than the HAF 932, with less pronounced lines. Once again, we liked the original but non everyone appreciated its harsh bold look. Overall, the HAF X'due south pattern is much softer. The most notable alter has been fabricated to the front fan grill, which is now covered by a honeycomb plate, while the half-dozen 5.25" bay covers have been slightly tweaked.

An I/O panel sits above the 5.25" bays and is of a very like design to the HAF 932 besides the add-on of USB 3.0 ports. In total, there are four USB ports, a single Firewire and eSATA port along with 2 audio jacks. There are also two brilliant blue LEDs for hard drive activity and power. The I/O panel is easy to access and we like how there isn't a door roofing it.

The top of the HAF 10 looks but every bit impressive as the rest of the example and is very functional. The power and reset buttons along with the fan LED button are backside a sliding door so you lot won't accidentally printing them -- a impact we really like.

Given its proper noun ("High Air Flow"), y'all'd expect the HAF 10 to pack some decent cooling appliance. The HAF 932 ships with a single 230mm fan operating at 700RPM with the option to remove information technology and install dual 120mm fans, while the HAF X has i 200mm fan and the pick to install a 2d. With a $200 price tag, we would accept liked both 200mm fans to come pre-installed though.

The left mitt side of the HAF X is much different to the HAF 932 and many users will be happy to find a much larger case window. It'southward worth noting that while the window is bigger, it still doesn't provide much insight as to what hardware lays within.

Like the HAF 932, a large side door fan draws absurd air in, simply this fan has been downsized from 230mm to 200mm. The opposite case door features a similar design, minus the window and fan.

Behind the HAF Ten, you will find a simple setup that mounts the power supply at the bottom of the case. Higher up the power supply bracket are nine expansion slots and a 140mm frazzle fan -- identical to the HAF 932. Three inlet and outlet holes for water-cooling tubes sit at the peak.

We were disappointed in the HAF 932's unpainted rear, simply we're pleased to see the HAF Ten has been painted in black everywhere, both inside and out. That concludes the external features of the Cooler Master HAF X, let's move inside for a closer await...