Review on 🖥️ NZXT H710i Mid Tower PC Gaming Case with USB Type-C, Tempered Glass, Vertical GPU Mount, and Integrated RGB Lighting - White/Black by Marc Stewart

My case was almost perfect. The only build quality issue I had throughout the install was that one of the screws holding the hard drive case in place was snapped off, but the other 3 screws were fine, so I only used the zip tie on the last one place unscrewed. I am absolutely satisfied with this case. What I needed: 1) Noise isolation. I wanted the case to balance the noise-canceling airflow so it stayed cool without being too open. 2) Appearance. My wife hated my old Cooler Master HAF and to be honest I don't need that big a case these days so I wanted a nice looking case first and foremost. 3) filters. I just bought a house and we have a cat, so the filters work against renovation dust and cat hair. At the time of writing, the NZXT H710 was one of the best cases out there for my specific needs. I turned to this case on the Gamer's Nexus YouTube channel, which praised it as a solid case when it came to quiet operation with stock airflow - just what I wanted. Pros: - Minimalist design doubles the sound. The top, front and sides are almost entirely flat, made of metal or glass. This means strong sound absorption. The device also has standard rubber feet, meaning it can be a very discreet computer when assembled properly. A beautiful interior is demonstrated by a full glass pane. With the right routing and lighting, this can be a great box. Mine will mostly be hidden under the table, but I have to drag it where it's visible from time to time, so that's nice. - Removal of the front and rear panels at the touch of a button. The front panel is actually removed in one movement as it is held in place with friction while the back panel is controlled by a button. I hope more cases will follow this path. Thumbscrews are good for long-term storage, but when I'm working I appreciate the simplicity. Lots of cable management. I'm not a cable guru so I can have a rats nest inside as long as the front main airflow duct is ok and in my case the only cables really visible are the motherboard power connector and the auxiliary power supply for the graphics card. They are difficult to avoid. All air intakes have wire filters. The mesh air filter is also mounted on the outside and is therefore easy to clean. Lots of room for upgrades. Many fan mounting options. There's plenty of room for a graphics card (I think it's rated for 16 inches?). The space for the power supply isn't even factored in - it will fit anything on the market just by sliding the hard drive bay away. 2.5x hard drive slots on quick-swap trays that can be screwed down for security, and "2+1" 3.5x drive slots - with the last drive at the top of the bay being screwed down. This will fit almost any ATX build or less. -Many fans. The case features 3 fans in the front and 1 in the back to direct air through the motherboard. I would advise anyone to upgrade like I did with a couple of 120mm fans on the top to direct the air up and out. Some "silicone screws" aka fan stands would be one good idea for noise isolation. Intake and exhaust air is sucked in through huge flat screens. Design, you will actually generate more noise as the case sucks in a lot of air and you should look for something like a mesh front instead. This case is better suited for designs with low to medium airflow, e.g. B. for those not planning to overclock their processor beyond what a standard fan can handle. Personally, airflow is just as good with my non-overclocked build as it is in my HAF case. Not many ports. You get three USB-C ports, including two rectangular Type-A and one oval Type-C port. There's also an additional TRRS port, and the case comes with a splitter should you need separate ports for the headphones and microphone. That's all. There are only 3 connectors on the entire front panel, so you have to rely on your motherboard's slots. Personally, I use a USB hub for most of my devices anyway, so it doesn't really matter. Price. Many people in the current market say that this is an expensive business. My old case was the Cooler Master HAF which retailed for $200 and this case is a lot cheaper. Getting a modern suitcase that looks just as good as my old suitcase for less money is fine. It might not be the best solution in the business, but it's okay. There are no front drive bays. Most people don't need optical drives anymore, but if that bothers you, you'll need to add an external one. This case has a metal front so you can't add an optical drive without power tools. Cons: - You have to remove the front panel to access the front filter. The front panel is mounted on large plastic pins. You have to open the case and wrestle them a bit to remove the panel. This can be a problem for those who have a lot of pet hair problems and need to clean the filter frequently. I currently live in a house with a short haired cat so this might be a job for me twice a year. I'm happy with that. Please note that the power supply filter is installed outside. - Smart device. I don't care about the LED, so I completely ignore the "smart device" feature. If I wanted an LED I still hate the current range of controllers most of which install spyware so I wouldn't use that anyway. Most people say it's terrible. - The build quality is really so-so. I've seen people get into trouble, but I've only seen a single loose screw on a hard drive cage. The other 3 screws are ok and this block is on the bottom of the case so it doesn't go anywhere. I pinned the last page in place to keep it from rattling. I appreciate it, but please keep your return receipt just in case. Overall: In my opinion, this was one of the best cases on the market. It has good sound absorption and looks good without sacrificing airflow. If you have other priorities - like high airflow thanks to overclocking, or don't care about noise cancellation - you might prefer other cases. For me, this is a great occasion and I am completely happy.