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Conclusions

One thing here is for sure. NZXT did
appropriately name this new case and its features and high attention to
detail regarding the elimination of all unwanted noise step beyond most.
Whisper Quiet
Hence its name, this case does indeed take every
measure to eliminate unwanted noise. From its dampening foam, low
noise fans and unique vibration dampening features for most key components,
they certainly do aid in maintaining noise levels at the bare minimum.
For those who want to take it a step further, this tower is built to support
many water-cooling options, both internal and external.
Impressive Storage Capacity
I've seen countless full tower enclosures over
the years and in comparison to even some high-end options, the Whisper is in
a class of its own. With an impressive seven external bays and a
whopping nine internal drive bays, this is clearly built for storage
lovers and those looking for a server case with maximum expandability.
Cleverly Designed
The Whisper is quite cleverly designed on many
levels. It offers plenty of room to work comfortably and supports a
high number of components, including extended ATX motherboards. Its
unique, inverted design allows for minimal cable clutter and its removal
drive bays and locking mechanisms provide easy
replacement of any storage component that may fail. This includes some
tool-less features that provide the ability to easily move drives around for
better heat dissipation. Also, keep in mind that the front I/O panel
actually has an eSATA connector, supporting a fast and convenient external
connection.
Final Thoughts
The new NZXT Whisper is built like a modern
server case should be. With its excellent storage features, high
component support, unique noise dampening and truly whisper-quiet operation,
there are few cases in its class that are built to please as well as the
Whisper. On top of that, it was apparent that this enclosure was built
for the budget minded. While there are clearly some minor quality issues, this tower is modestly priced
for what it has to offer. If you're a smart
shopper, you can actually pick up this beast for as little as $100.
At this price point, its features and excellent design does manage to earn
our recommendation.
More information on the new NXZT Whisper can be
found on their
Official
Website.
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Pros |
Cons |
- Well designed
- Impressive storage support
- Whisper quiet operation
- Noise dampening foam
- 3.5" or 2.5" drive support
- eSATA extension port
- Extended ATX support
- External watercooling support
- Low price tag
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- Some quality issues
- Tiny power button
- No security features
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