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NZXT CA-H230I-B1 Silent Mid Tower Case: Black

★★★★★2.7 (2 reviews)
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Build Your System in SilenceIntroducing the NZXT H230 Silent Mid Tower Case. Designed for silent operation, this case features sound-dampening materials and a minimalistic design. With its ample space and functional layout, the H230 is perfect for building a quiet and efficient system. Specificat...

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Overview

Build Your System in Silence

Introducing the NZXT H230 Silent Mid Tower Case. Designed for silent operation, this case features sound-dampening materials and a minimalistic design. With its ample space and functional layout, the H230 is perfect for building a quiet and efficient system.

Specifications:

  • Type: Silent Mid Tower
  • Color: Black

Key Features

Clean, Sleek, Functional

Tool-free 5.25'' drive latch design

Removable HDD cage - capable of supporting long video cards

Noise absorbing internal padding

Motherboard Support - ATX, MICRO-ATX, MINI-ITX

Clearance -CPU Cooler 158 mm, VGA Card 400w/o HDD Cage, 290 mm with HDD Cage, Cable Management 14mm

Cooling System: 2 x 120 mm (One Included) front, 1 x 120 mm (Included) rear, 1 x 120 mm bottom

Specifications

Form Factor
Mid Tower
Color
Black
Motherboard Support
ATX, MICRO-ATX, MINI-ITX
5.25" Drive Bays
Tool-free latch design
HDD Cage
Removable
CPU Cooler Clearance
158 mm
VGA Card Clearance (without HDD cage)
400 mm
VGA Card Clearance (with HDD cage)
290 mm
Cable Management Clearance
14mm
Front Cooling System
2 x 120 mm (One Included)
Rear Cooling System
1 x 120 mm (Included)
Bottom Cooling System
1 x 120 mm
Internal Feature
Noise absorbing internal padding

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features noise absorbing internal padding, contributing to a quieter computing environment.
  • Designed with a clean, sleek, and functional aesthetic, appealing to users who prefer understated designs.
  • Offers a tool-free 5.25'' drive latch design, simplifying the installation and removal of optical drives.
  • Includes a removable HDD cage, providing flexibility to support long video cards up to 400mm without the cage.
  • Provides adequate cable management clearance of 14mm, helping to maintain a tidy internal layout and airflow.

👎 Cons

  • The case only includes two 120mm fans (one front, one rear) by default, which may not be sufficient for high-performance builds without additional purchases.
  • The VGA card clearance is reduced to 290mm when the HDD cage is installed, limiting options for longer graphics cards in that configuration.
  • CPU cooler clearance is 158mm, which may restrict the choice of some larger air coolers.
  • The case supports ATX, MICRO-ATX, and MINI-ITX motherboards, but specific E-ATX support is not mentioned.
  • While noise absorbing, the specific materials and their effectiveness compared to other silent cases are not detailed.

Frequently Asked Questions

This case supports ATX, MICRO-ATX, and MINI-ITX motherboards.
Yes, it includes one 120mm fan in the front and one 120mm fan in the rear.
Yes, it supports video cards up to 400mm without the HDD cage, or 290mm with the HDD cage installed.
Yes, the case includes noise absorbing internal padding to help create a quieter system.
There is 158mm of clearance for CPU coolers within this case.
Yes, the case features a tool-free 5.25'' drive latch design for easy installation.
The case offers 14mm of clearance for cable management, helping to keep the interior tidy.

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