NZXT has been producing high quality cases and power supplies for gamers since 2004. Their product line is continuously evolving, and one of their latest cases is the Lexa Blackline Performance Midtower, a modified version of their award winning
Lexa case.
What sets the Lexa Blackline apart from the original Lexa is a change in appearance and in manufacturing materials. The color scheme and LED lighting effects have changed, the front panel has gone from a "Reflective Metallic Painted" finish to a "Glossy Piano Black" finish, and while the Lexa is made out of aluminum, the Lexa Blackline is made out of steel.
This review will take a look at all of the interesting features of the new Lexa Blackline Performance Midtower ATX Case, but before taking a look at the sample provided by
NZXT, let's look at some published data taken from their website...
Features:
» nVIDIA 8800GTX Compatible
» Screwless installation
» Pre-Drilled holes for Water Cooling
» 1.0mm Thick Steel chassis
» Stealthed clear side panel
» Three temperature display meter
» Glossy Piano Black Finish
» Low noise 1100 RPM@23dba Fans
» Removable Dust Filters for Dust Prevention
» Cable Organization via Rear Cage
» Ext. Ports: 2 x USB 2.0, Mic, IEEE 1394/FIREWIRE
» Headphone Jack
Specifications:
| Model |
LEXA Blackline Series |
| Case Type |
Mid Tower Steel |
| Front Panel Material |
Plastic |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
220 x 522 x 569mm |
| Cooling System |
Front: 1 x 120mm (optional)
Rear: 1 x 120mm Red LED fan (included)
Side Panel: 1 x 120mm Red LED (included)
Top: 1 x 80mm Fan (included) |
| Drive Bays |
11 Drive Bays
4 External 5.5" Drive Bays
2 External 3.5" Drive Bays
5 Internal 3.5" Drive Bays
Screwless Rail Design |
| Expansion Slots |
7 |
| Material |
Steel |
| Power Supply |
500 Watt PS2 ATX 12V 2.0 (optional) |
| Weight |
11.5 KGS (W/O Power) |
| Motherboard Support |
ATX, Micro-ATX, Baby AT |
Packaging:
The box that the Lexa Blackline case is packed in would grab your attention if it was sitting on a retail shelf. The bright red and black color scheme gives the consumer a good idea of the case's color scheme, while the pictures and text provide all of the necessary details on the case and its capabilities. Inside the box, the Lexa Blackline is nestled between two large foam blocks to protect it from shipping damage.
