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Introduction
Every PC enthusiast is constantly on the lookout for a better case. Whether it is for greater functionality, a more impressive look, or both, the search is always on. Being a hardware reviewer I have gone through more than my fair share of cases. My first true enthusiast case was the Coolerguys Windtunnel 4. The Windtunnel 4 was functional, but it lacked the expansion I needed. That is when I bought a modified Antec SX1030.
If you were to take a survey of the case that most DIY PC users own I am sure that the Antec SX1030 would be near the top of the list. The sheer functionality and size of the case make it the perfect enclosure for pretty much any system. A well-known fact is that Antec isn't the manufacturer of these cases, Chenming is. Antec, along with several other companies have branded the SX1030 as their own product.
The Nitro Elite case is an aluminum version of the SX1030 that comes with a window preinstalled. Aluminum is a lighter, and more attractive material than steel. Aluminum also draws heat away from components, making it a more practical material for computer cases.
Windowed cases are becoming more and more popular among PC enthusiasts. Being able to see your hardware in action is very nice, although it is not as important as functionality.
Let's take a close look at the features of the Nitro Elite.
The Nitro Elite came in a box marked Turbo Gamer. The text on the lower left portion of the box explains the important features and specifications of the case. The box weighed in at 18 pounds, but the case only weighs about 14. The case was packaged quite nicely, although there was some slight damage to the rear of the case, which I will explain later.
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