Thermaltake Element G Gaming Case Review

By Dan Stoltz

Introduction and Unboxing

Today I am going to take a look at the recently released ThermalTake Element G computer case. Here is what ThermalTake said about their case:

The Element G case is geared towards enthusiast gamers who like to set an individual lighting ambiance fitting their mood and game play. The Element G is therefore equipped with unique 3 Touchcolor fans that can operate in 6 different modes. For the Element G series the designers had five key exaggerated elements in mind: Gaming, Glitz, Gradation, Gigantic, and Glaciation. The Element G is ideal for those looking for a highly exclusive chassis, that is ready for various gaming environments

This is the front of the box; it shows signs of handling from UPS but nothing major. As you can see it gives us a glimpse of the top and front of the Element G. Looking at the photo they took for the case I must say it appears to be an attractive case.

Thermaltake Element G
Moving to the side of the box you can see that it gives you a list of features. I will re-list these below. Even with the box in my possession the print was a bit small

Thermaltake Element G
Here is what is listed on this side of the box:

Model VL10001W2Z
Case Type Middle Tower
Dimension (H*W*D 480.0(20.5)x230(9.1)x521(18.9)
Net Weight 7.92Kg/17.46lb
Side Panel Mesh Window
Color Exterior and Interior Black
Material

Front Bezel: Metal Mesh

Chassis: SECC
Cooling System

Front (Intake):

200x200x20 mm Touch Color Fan 600-800 RPM. 12-14dBA

Two 120×120 mm Fans Optional

Rear (Exhaust):

140 x 140 x 25 mm Turbofan, 1000rpm 16 dBA

Top (Exhaust)

200x200x20 mm Touch Color Fan 600-800 RPM. 12-14dBA

VGA (Exhaust)

Two 60×60 mm fans (Optional)

Side (Intake)

200x200x20 mm Touch Color Fan 600-800 RPM. 12- 14dBA

Drive Bay

Accessible

Hidden

12

3 x 5.25″

7 x 3.5″, 2 x 2.5″
Expansion Slot 7
Motherboard 9.6″x 9.6″ Micro ATX, 12″x 9.6″ ATX
I/O Port USB 2.0 x 4, HD Audio
PSU Standard ATX PSU (optional)
Liquid Cooling Hole Support 1/2″, 3/8″, 1/4″ water tube

Turning to the back of the box you can see there is a lot of info here. I will go over these features in more detail on the next couple of pages.

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Turning to the final side of the box we see the final list of features.

Image Description

  • Gaming – Colorshift Fan with 6 color changing patterns for optimal gaming experience
  • Glittering – Three enlarged color shifting fans creates most eye catching appearance
  • Gradational – Adjustable fan speed control for performance mode or silent mode
  • Gigantic – Massive storage capability with 7 x 3.5″ and 2 x 2.5′ HDD or SSD bays
  • Glaciated – Excellent thermal performance with glacial airflow

Once done looking at the features of the ThermalTake Element G that are provided on the box it is time to open it up. As you can see below the ThermalTake Element G is packed in a relatively typical way. Styrofoam is on the ends and it is wrapped in a protective cover.

Thermaltake Element G
I thought the Thermaltake label on the protective bag was sharp. It is much nicer to use it to protect your new case if you transport it to LAN games like I tend to. Using this to protect your case during transport instead of your wife’s bath towels will draw much less spousal agro.

Thermaltake Element G
Read on to find out what the case has to offer on the outside.

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