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Overall we are impressed with what the Cooler Master N200 has to offer. Despite the value nature of this particular model, Cooler Master has clearly thought through the design, finding ways to reduce the cost while not sacrificing on functionality.
The build quality of the case is as good as can be expected at the price point and the aesthetics are pleasant. This case is specifically designed to house 120 mm, 140 mm and 240 mm radiators may entice those enthusiasts on a budget. After all, the most budget restricted users often want to spend most of their money on the internal components rather than the case.
We found the cooling performance of the N200 to be perfectly acceptable but the included fans are a little noisy. We can't really expect Noctua grade silence at this price, though, and the fans aren't as loud as those on some other similarly priced cases.
The N200 isn't yet listed at any of the UK etailers but is available in the US for USD49 (from NewEgg). We expect that this will translate into a UK price of somewhere around the £40-£45 mark which means it offers great value for money.
Pros:
- Minimalist design.
- Solid build quality.
- Great value.
- Basic watercooling support.
Cons:
- Loud fans.
KitGuru says: Need a cheep and cheerful case that can handle a few radiators? Cooler Master has got you covered…
Well it has flaws, but for the money its hard to knock. good job – they make good cases. I hate my thermaltake case its falling apart – they use such thin metals on their products. and they need to use better fans too
I like this, nice price for a budget build. they have tried to cram in as much as possible considering.
The side panel is weird looking – im not sure if I like it or not yet.
They not sell a windowed panel verson?
I got my N200 yesterday in Hungary.
There is a tool to place the motherboard holders in the package!
The side panel maybe looks weird, i considered to wait till the windowed version arive, but i just bought the normal version and i can tell you its not even close as it looks like in the photos!!!
And one more thing. The front mesh is metal, not plastic, the assymetric stripe is plastic, but good one.
Great review…thanks!
I have a quick question…is front or rear radiator cooling best? I am presuming the front fans are intakes, rear and top are out.
My thinking is rear takes heat straight out the back from CPU, where as front means air is drawn in, cooled and then blow back through case. Surely venting the heat straight away is better?
I am thinking of the Coolermaster Seidion 120 and 240 models.
Cheers