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NZXT CA-PH820-G1 Phantom 820 Full Tower Chassis - Gunmetal

Name: NZXT CA-PH820-G1 Phantom 820 Full Tower Chassis - Gunmetal
Brand: NZXT
SKU: CA-PH820-G1

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Unleash Your System's Potential with Ultimate Cooling and StyleThe NZXT Phantom 820 Full Tower Chassis combines advanced cooling capabilities with stunning RGB lighting. Featuring a built-in fan controller, integrated Hue lighting system, and support for liquid cooling, this chassis is designed f...

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Overview

Unleash Your System's Potential with Ultimate Cooling and Style

The NZXT Phantom 820 Full Tower Chassis combines advanced cooling capabilities with stunning RGB lighting. Featuring a built-in fan controller, integrated Hue lighting system, and support for liquid cooling, this chassis is designed for enthusiasts who demand the best.

Brand: NZXT
Model: CA-PH820-G1
Type: Full Tower Chassis
Color: Gunmetal
Fan Controller: Integrated 4-channel digital fan controller (15W per channel)
Lighting: Integrated Hue lighting system with customizable colors
Fan Support: Up to nine fans
Radiator Support: Top 280/360mm, Bottom 240/280mm

Key Features

Integrated HUE lighting for illuminating the exterior/interior of your enclosure with option to turn on/off and allow you to customize the colors at your heart's content

High-end water cooling solutions up to three fans for push-pull configuration: 90mm of internal top space with top 280/360mm and bottom 340/280mm radiator up to 60mm thickness for unmatched liquid cooling.

Fully integrated 4 channel digital fan controller with 15 watts per channel and LED indicators that progressively gets brighter on high speeds and dimmer for low settings.

Equipped with a 140mm and triple 200mm fans, holds up to nine fans

Easily removable filters located in the top, front, side, and bottom to prevent dust from entering your rig and simple maintenance.

Dual USB 3.0, quad USB 2.0, microphone, and audio jack along with a SD media card reader for high-speed data transfer and quick access to multimedia

Motherboard support: E-ATX, XL-ATX, ATX, MICRO-ATX, Mini-ITX, Removable HDD cage and large storage capacity for 6 hard drives

VGA Support: up to 333mm/Cable Management: 34mm/CPU Cooler: 153mm / 183mm without fan

Specifications

Brand

NZXT

Model Number

CA-PH820-G1

Chassis Type

Full Tower

Color

Gunmetal

Integrated Lighting

HUE lighting (exterior/interior)

Water Cooling Support

Up to 90mm internal top space, 280/360mm top radiator, 340/280mm bottom radiator (up to 60mm thickness)

Fan Controller

Integrated 4-channel digital fan controller (15 watts per channel, LED indicators)

Included Fans

1x 140mm, 3x 200mm

Maximum Fan Capacity

Up to nine fans

Dust Filters

Removable (top, front, side, bottom)

USB 3.0 Ports

USB 2.0 Ports

Audio Jacks

Microphone, Audio

Card Reader

SD Media Card Reader

Motherboard Support

E-ATX, XL-ATX, ATX, MICRO-ATX, Mini-ITX

Storage Capacity

6 hard drives (removable HDD cage)

VGA Support Length

Up to 333mm

Cable Management Space

34mm

CPU Cooler Clearance

153mm / 183mm (without fan)

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the NZXT Phantom 820 case include any interior lighting?

Yes, the NZXT Phantom 820 features integrated HUE lighting, which allows users to illuminate both the exterior and interior of the enclosure and customize the colors.

What kind of water cooling support does this chassis offer?

The chassis supports high-end water cooling solutions, including up to three fans for push-pull configurations, and radiators up to 280/360mm at the top and 340/280mm at the bottom with up to 60mm thickness.

How many fans come pre-installed with the Phantom 820?

The NZXT Phantom 820 comes equipped with one 140mm fan and triple 200mm fans, providing substantial initial airflow.

Is dust management easy with this case?

Yes, the case is designed for easy maintenance with easily removable filters located in the top, front, side, and bottom to help prevent dust accumulation.

What types of motherboards are compatible with the NZXT Phantom 820?

The Phantom 820 offers broad motherboard compatibility, supporting E-ATX, XL-ATX, ATX, MICRO-ATX, and Mini-ITX form factors.

Strengths & Trade-offs

👍 Pros

Integrated HUE lighting allows for customizable illumination of the chassis interior and exterior, with on/off control.
Supports high-end water cooling solutions, accommodating up to three fans for push-pull configurations, including large radiators.
Features a fully integrated 4-channel digital fan controller, providing precise fan speed management with LED indicators.
Comes equipped with one 140mm fan and three 200mm fans, offering substantial out-of-the-box airflow.
Easily removable filters are located at the top, front, side, and bottom to simplify dust maintenance and keep the rig clean.
Offers extensive connectivity with dual USB 3.0, quad USB 2.0, microphone, audio jack, and an SD media card reader for convenience.
Supports a wide range of motherboard form factors, including E-ATX, XL-ATX, ATX, MICRO-ATX, and Mini-ITX.
Features a removable HDD cage and large storage capacity for up to six hard drives, providing flexible storage configurations.

👎 Cons

The integrated HUE lighting, while customizable, may not appeal to users who prefer a more subdued or non-illuminated PC build.
The generous support for large water cooling radiators might be excessive for users who opt for air cooling or smaller liquid cooling setups.
The case comes with triple 200mm fans, which, while powerful, might generate more noise than smaller, quieter alternatives at higher speeds.
The "Full Tower" classification indicates a large physical footprint, which might be inconvenient for users with limited desk or floor space.
CPU cooler clearance is specified as 153mm, or 183mm without a fan, potentially limiting options for some of the largest air coolers.
Cable management space is 34mm, which is adequate, but more space could offer greater ease for very complex cable routing.