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We take the issue of noise very seriously at KitGuru and this is why we have built a special home brew system as a reference point when we test noise levels of various components. Why do this? Well this means we can eliminate secondary noise pollution in the test room and concentrate on components we are testing. It also brings us slightly closer to industry standards, such as DIN 45635.
Today to test the chassis we have taken it into our acoustics room environment and have set our Digital Sound Level Noise Decibel Meter Style 2 one meter away from the case. The room rates as 21dBa before powering on the system (air conditioning unit in the far corner of the room causes this).
As this can be a little confusing for people, here are various dBa ratings in with real world situations to help describe the various levels.
KitGuru noise guide
10dBA – Normal Breathing/Rustling Leaves
20-25dBA – Whisper
30dBA – High Quality Computer fan
40dBA – A Bubbling Brook, or a Refridgerator
50dBA – Normal Conversation
60dBA – Laughter
70dBA – Vacuum Cleaner or Hairdryer
80dBA – City Traffic or a Garbage Disposal
90dBA – Motorcycle or Lawnmower
100dBA – MP3 player at maximum output
110dBA – Orchestra
120dBA – Front row rock concert/Jet Engine
130dBA – Threshold of Pain
140dBA – Military Jet takeoff/Gunshot (close range)
160dBA – Instant Perforation of eardrum
We have replaced the graphics card with a Sapphire HD5670 Ultimate edition.
The noise levels are respectable, although the case is clearly audible.
Thats brilliant, really good deal for everything they have included.
I wish more companies used exotic aluminum, but it does affect the price greately.
I like the appearance, very like a coolermaster design IMO, nice internals
Heck of a price indeed. I like the option for wheels. I hate moving those steel cases about. very heavy.
Our local stores dont stock xigmatek, although ive seen a few of their older cases in PCWORLD.
Thats a really nice design.
I personally never go for aluminum cases. I know they are lighter but the premium just doesn’t seem worth it to me.
My next case! Thanks
They make some really good products but domt often get the credit they should.
Our local store has this on display and it looks brilliant,, but the top flap broke off. Not a big deal really as i would take mine off, or leave it open all the time
Not often you see a company giving server wheels with a mainstream case, very nice touch
I read this yesterday and had to come back to it again. ordered one. damn you 🙁
dear sir, i was highly impressed after viewing Xigmatek Elysium review, i would like your suggestion, iam having X8DTG-QF, MO BO from super micron its size is 13.2″x 15.2″ and says EATX, will this chassis support this board, iam already having with me 2nos, of xeon x5650 and 5000 quadro. but system chassis is very expensive, will i have to make any modifications in this or the mo bo will fit in strait in . please suggest a PSU up to 1000w to 1200w, as iam a freelance designer, please suggest . Awiting for your reply at the earliest
thanking you
Regards adi mehta.
sir, once i get your positive reply i will order for one and start my work.,
regards adi