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For the test today we are using an Intel Core i7 990x processor which is connected into the stunning new Asus Rampage III Black Edition motherboard, which we reviewed this week.
Processor: Intel Core i7 990x
Motherboard: Asus Rampage III Black Edition X58
Cooler: Antec Kuhler Liquid Cooler
Memory: Kingston T1 12GB 1600mhz DDR3
Storage: Corsair F40 SSD
Graphics: eVGA GTX460 SC
Power Supply: ADATA 1200W
Windows 7 Enterprise Edition 64bit
Thermal Diodes
Raytek Laser Temp Gun 3i LSRC/MT4 Mini Temp
Digital Sound Level Noise Decibel Meter Style 2
Firstly let us have a look at the chassis design and airflow, as it comes ‘out of the box’. Fans are set to a mid way point for this testing.
The Lian Li X2000F airflow system is very impressive, with three 140mm fans pulling in cool air from the front of the case, over all of the components. Two 140mm fans act as exhaust units, removing warm air out the rear, as it rises. All of the fans are controllable via front and rear mounted controls.
We have placed thermal diodes in 5 case positions – 1; top optical drive bay position. 2; fan intake position. 3; hard drive area. 4; CPU area. 5; graphics card area. Ambient room temperatures were maintained at 23c throughout.
Great reference results, especially with the ambient temperatures.
Now we overclock the 990x to 4.8ghz by increasing the core voltage to 1.48v.
The cooling system is clearly doing a magnificent job, with ambient temperatures remaining the same as before.
Only £360 ? ill have 2 please.
Seriously though, thats beautiful work, I think anyone can appreciate it, even if they cant afford it.
wow, that really is stunning. didnt even know you could buy a case tat that price, apart from the Level 10 from thermaltake, its a lot of dosh
I almost bought this months ago, but then I had a car accident and ended up putting the money into my car. I need to get this soon for my new sandybridge system
I never used to like their cases, until recently. I think the saturation of glowing lights and stupid modded panels has made me appreciate their simple, yet quite spectacular design.
reminds me of apple, but not in a vomit inducing way. id buy one of these.
I need knee pads and an engraving machine so I can burn the image of a living god in the side panel and kneel before it.
“Burn the image of a living god” – Love it!
This is pure sex
It’d like the bitfenix collosus but not made by a blind dog
I never knew they hand made some cases, that is very cool, didn’t think anyone did that anymore
Lian Li PC-X2000F rates as one of the top three, then what are the other two?
For that price the Silverstone TJ11 should be a contender.
Prefer 2 buy CM Cosmos II