Conclusion

One could say that Overclockers Tech really appreciate this case as it has very few faults, with the case handle issue being the only one that stands out and the case really does support two radiators! The installation of the second (lower) radiator was simply a breeze. Going back to the top radiator issue, we believe this can easily be resolved by using nuts and bolts for the handle rather than rivets, perhaps a new revision can address this issue.

However, looking at the overall picture of the CoolerMaster Storm Trooper then we get an inkling of what the product is all about and its evil looks. Forget the wimpy ‘Sith-Lord’, this case whispers in our ears dark dreams of seduction and power. It tantalizes our senses with its eerie glow and promises a dark prophecy. With the risk of sounding like a ‘marketing stooge’ we would say that if this chassis were a Megalomaniac, then it would be James Bond Uber-villian but one that is not stupid enough to explain all his plans no matter how close he thinks he is to winning! If the product were a Science Fiction film then it would be the first two ‘Alien’ movies waiting to hug the face of any unsuspecting water cooling enthusiast. Finally if one were to compare this chassis to a horror film then it would be the first Amityville movie where the blank-dank walls bleed to death  and the eye-like windows seep into your soul.

It is fair to say (and as we mentioned at the start of the review) we have become quite jaded about so-called ‘water cooling ready’ cases, however this one with its price range of £136 Sterling has lived up to the name as an  ’exceptional product’

It is good to see a company that is FINALLY listening to us Water Cooling Enthusiasts and are offering us products we can actually use!

An inspired design with an orchestra of ideas for the water cooling enthusiast, all brought together into a pure symphony of evil.

Pros:

• Fits Two Water Cooling Radiators
• Easy to work with
• Price is affordable
• Great cable management
• Able to fit many drives
• X-Dock Feature
• Fits 120,140 and 200mm fans in the top panel
  
• Evil Looks
• Feels solid
• Nice Idea on the Toolbox
• Good Fan Controller
• Subtle LED’s on the fans
• Filters Everywhere
• Did we say it looks evil? Well it really does!

Cons:

• Case Handle Issue (CM Make this removable)
• SSD/HDD caddies feel a little flimsy.

If it were not for the handle issue blocking access to the fans within the panels then this chassis would have attained our first ever double gold (the second being awarded for originality) award, however due to the above the Coolermaster Storm Trooper is Awarded a 9.0 and therefore a Solid Gold Award.

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