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Mini-ITX as a form-factor is definitely a fast-growing trend. Technology has advanced to the point where you can build a system as a powerful as a regular mid-tower desktop, but in a case with a tiny footprint. The Lian Li PC-Q17 caters to that market – those looking for a premium-grade experience without the clutter and hassle of an ATX case.
Designed in collaboration with ASUS Republic of Gamers, and priced at a shade over £160, the Lian Li PC-Q17 is certainly a good-looking Mini-ITX case. Made entirely from aluminium, with a tempered glass side panel to boot, it is definitely targeting those looking for a classy yet functional ITX chassis. We walk you through its features, build quality and ease-of-use before giving our final verdict.
Specification
- Model: PC-Q17 WX
- Case Type: Mini Tower Chassis
- Dimensions: (W) 201mm x (H) 276mm x (D) 407mm
- Colour: Black
- Front bezel Material: Aluminum
- Side Panel: Aluminum
- Body Material: Aluminum
- Net Weight: 2.7kg
- 5.25″ drive bay (External): 1 Slim ODD (Slot-In) or 3.5″ HDD x1 or 2.5″ HDD x1
- 3.5″ drive bay (External): None
- HDD bay: 3.5″ HDD x3, 2.5″ HDD x5
- Expansion Slot: 2
- MB Type: Mini-ITX
- System Fan: (Rear) – 80mm x2(Optional), System Fan(Top) – 140mm x1, 120mm x1(Optional), System Fan(Base) – 120mm x2(Optional)
- I/O Ports: USB 3.0 x 2, HD Audio
- PSU Type: ATX /SFX
- Maximum Compatibility: VGA Card length: 270mm, CPU cooler height: 140mm, PSU length: 150mm
that isn’t a lot of space for a graphics card however it would have been nice to include the max length for one in the review
Written on multiple pages that VGA cards up to 270mm are supported.
ok, my bad
No problem. 270mm is a lot and should fit many modern, high-end graphics cards
I see here that it is stated that the side panel is tempered glass, but on other sites it is mentioned to be acrylic. Have they made an update to the case or was that an error?