Introduction
Although NZXT aren’t one of the biggest case vendors when compared to the likes of Antec and Cooler Master, they do have a large range of enclosures and have recently been busy revamping their product line with affordable, well designed cases. Their cases are mainly aimed at gamers and are popular due to being innovative and affordable. One of these is the NZXT Beta, which is a mid-tower case, manufactured from steel and has a few handy features such as a screw-less design and a black internal finish. Let’s find out if the Beta is the ideal budget gaming case…
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
- Fits ATX standard motherboards and power supplies.
- Fits large 10.5″ performance graphics cards.
- Expanded cooling directly cools video cards and CPU.
- Screw-less installation for hard drives and external 5.25″ drives.
- Black internal finish for sleek look.
- Meshed front panel allows for better airflow than traditional cases.
- Top mounted Dual USB/Audio/ESATA for convenient usage.
Specifications
| MODEL | Beta Series |
| CASE TYPE | Mid Tower Steel |
| FRONT PANEL MATERIAL | PLASTIC |
| DIMENSIONS (W x H x D) | 200 X 430 X 501 mm / 7.87″ x 16.9″ x 19.7″ |
| COOLING SYSTEM | FRONT, 1 X 120mm Blue LED (included)
REAR, 1 X 120mm SIDE, 2 x 120mm |
| DRIVE BAYS | 9 DRIVE BAYS
4 EXTERNAL 5.25″ DRIVE BAYS 5 INTERNAL 3.5″ DRIVE BAYS Screw-less Rail Design |
| MATERIAL(S) | Steel with black finish |
| EXPANSION SLOTS | 7 |
| POWER SUPPLY | 500 WATT PS2 ATX 12V 2.0 ( OPTIONAL ) |
| WEIGHT | 7.28 KGS (W/O Power) |
| MOTHERBOARD SUPPORT | MOTHERBOARDS: ATX, MICRO-ATX, BABY AT |
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