Lian-Li PC-X2000F Chassis Review

1. Introduction2. The Lian Li X2000F (External and Bundle)3. The Lian Li X2000F (Internal and Installation)4. Testing Methodology and Performance Results5. Acoustic Performance6. Closing Thoughts7. View All Pages

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.

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