NZXT Tempest EVO Case Review - Introduction & First Look

Published: Jan 27, 2010
Author: Andrew Schembri
Editor: Amber Lupala
Provider: NZXT

Introduction & First Look

NZXT has updated their Tempest case, now dubbed the Tempest EVO It is of course geared towards gamers and enthusiasts. NZXT claims that the Tempest EVO allows for expiation and compatibility with future hardware.

About NZXT:

NZXT, a company built upon gamer's dreams, hopes to create products that put consumers first. With the objective of designing unique products catered for hardware enthusiasts and gamers, NZXT has grown into a globally renowned brand recognized for dedication towards creating the next great gaming product. NZXT has won numerous awards from media and publications from across the globe with a product line spanning from gaming chassis, power, and gaming input devices. As a corporation formed by gamers, NZXT continues to expand into new horizons and push the limits further with each product unveiling.

Features and Specifications:

The King reborn: Dual 120mm intake, Dual 140mm Exhaust with an additional side 120mm fan and rear 120mm fan makes NZXT Tempest one of top cases in cooling, maximizing air circulation in all areas. The new Tempest EVO has upgraded nine blade design fans that deliver more air at low noise levels
Maximize Expandability: E-ATX support allows more compatibility with high end components including large graphics cards, high end power supplies. and server boards
Enhanced accessibility & cable management: Cable routing is pre-drilled on the motherboard so users can hide cables behind the motherboard tray, allowing more a cleaning look and better airflow. Power, E-SATA, USB and Reset buttons are mounted at the top to give better accessibility. The Tempest EVO has increased space behind the motherboard panel from a punched side panel design and a CPU punch out for heatsink removal
Bottom mounted PSU: PSU mounting at the bottom allows for more security and separation of heat from the CPU
Server-like HDD space: Dual 120mm fans cool cages that hold up to 8 HDDs allowing for large capacity systems while maintaining cool temperatures
Overclocking and water cooling friendly: The Tempest is predrilled for watercooling tube access and supports a dual 120mm radiator at the top panel.
Black on Black: All new black interior, smoked side panel gives the Tempest an all new sleek look.

The Product:

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NZXT packages the Tempest EVO in an attractive black and blue cardboard box. The front shows an image of some sort of creature along with a small image of the case with some enticing words for the prospective buyer. The back of the box lists some of the features of the case, as well as an interior image, showing off the attractive black insides of the case. Flipping the box to its side, the features are again listed out, but are also listed out in three additional languages to English.

Opening the top of the box shows a standard fare packaging with the case wrapped in plastic and surrounded on either side with polystyrene.

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