NZXT switch/Bitfenix shinobi xl, or keep current case and mod it?

setter · 28 Jan 2012 at 03:02

Currently using a Lian Li A70F. Beautifully built all aluminium case. Sadly let down by lack of cable management and it's bare alu interior. Ive been looking at the nzxt switch 810 and the Bitfenix shinobi xl. The nzxt has some nice features, but a bit plasticky. The shinobi xl looks really nice, great features and very well laid out. Good price as well. The other option is to get my current case powdercoated inside, and mod the mobo tray for better cable arranging. Any thoughts or reccomendations guys?

setter · 29 Jan 2012 at 12:57

Yep, the shinobi does indeed look very nice. Though id be a bit concerned again with the use of plastic on external panels. With the LL being all aluminium, it has a real quality feel to it. However, modding it internally would probably cost a fair amount.

setter · 29 Jan 2012 at 20:38

Nice video Kul1, thank you for the link. Is the top panel and front fascia plastic? And what is the soft touch finish? The amount of space behind the mobo tray is very impressive. Something thats very limited on my current case.

setter · 29 Jan 2012 at 20:56

Thanks again. The soft touch does indeed sound like a nice finish. I also believe there will be an aftermarket side window panel available as well for the xl?

setter · 29 Jan 2012 at 21:01

The window panel on the Colossus is very nicely done, especially with the Bitfenix logo. Will the one for the xl be with or without fan grills?

setter · 29 Jan 2012 at 23:48

Yep, ive used a deathadder and the rubberised finish was very nice. +1 for a window panel without a fan grill. It would spoil what is a rather nice window design.