NZXT Source 530 Full Tower Case

Posted November 15, 2013 by Vinny Petronio in Cases & PSU

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Hardware: Cases & PSU, Cooling

Manufacturer: NZXT

Price at time of Review: $89.99 USD

WHAT WE LIKED:

Modular HDD cages of different sizes, Tool free HDD mounting is very easy and secure, 2.5 inch drive position behind mother board tray, Support for large or small radiators (up to 360 mm), Large CPU back plate cutout, Support for up to 9 fans, Excellent airflow throughout, Excellent cable routing, Large angled side window covers HDD cage from view, Dust filters on all intake areas, 2 Year Warranty

WHAT WE DISLIKED:

No rubber grommets in some spots

BOTTOM LINE:

Let me finish by saying NZXT has exceeded all my expectations with the Source 530 by building a Full Tower chassis that won’t break the bank. Those words on the front of the box “Simple, Affordable, Capable” say it all.

by Vinny Petronio

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Introduction:

Today we will be looking at a more budget oriented Full Tower chassis from NZXT: The Source 530. Over the past several years, NZXT has become one of the premier manufacturers. They are ahead of the pack with innovative designs and features. Although they are somewhat costly, their series of full tower chassis’ leave little to be desired.

This one could fit right in alongside NZXT’s award winning full tower designs, but this time in the much more coveted and affordable budget arena. Will the Source 530 feature all of the essentials? Will it bring it all together, for a cool, hassle-free computing experience? Let’s see if NZXT has once again raised the bar with the introduction of the new NZXT Source 530 Full Tower Chassis.

Our Thanks goes out to NZXT for providing us with the review sample.

“NZXT, a company built upon gamer’s dreams, hopes to create products that put consumers first. With the objective of designing unique products catered for hardware enthusiasts and gamers, NZXT has grown into a globally renowned brand recognized for dedication towards creating the next great gaming product. NZXT has won numerous awards from media and publications from across the globe with a product line spanning from gaming chassis, power, and gaming input devices. As a corporation formed by gamers, NZXT continues to expand into new horizons and push the limits further with each product unveiling. NZXT products are designed and engineered in the United States and manufactured overseas in China and Taiwan. NZXT was established in 2004 in Los Angeles, California.”

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About the Author

Vinny Petronio

Vinny comes to Pure Overclock with over 10 years’ experience as a reviewer of software and hardware, and primarily started his career reviewing video capture software and DVD drives. Vinny resides in Sunny Orange County in Los Angeles Vinny is a computer enthusiast, and system builder that enjoys building computers, gaming, camping, hunting, and deep sea fishing are just some of his hobbies.