A Proper MITX Case: SilverStone RVZ03 Mini-ITX Review

[@GamersNexus]

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[@sonsofmatriarchy5552]

Gamers Nexus Could you test the Streacom DA2 itx case Please, thanks 👍

[@Gouranga552]

I noticed the last few builds did not sure IO Back Plate. Is this the norm for your testing? i would gather most people would install them. Does the back plate make any difference in testing? I would assume air pressure wouldn't be the same?

[@bean_TM]

inwin a1 review pls.

[@screes620]

How about an ITX case that is ACTUALLY the size of a console? Check out the NFC Skyreach 4 Mini.

[@darthsnyder7691]

Is this case the same as the FTZ01S but with a different exterior?

[@sparksthereaper8749]

1 year ago, my brother bought me this case as a gift. Both of us love small form factor cases, and we both travel with out PCs... I'm still using it to this day, and It's managed to properly keep my cpu and gpu temps optimally.

[@chessmyantidrug]

Revisiting this video to say my PC is housed within an FTZ01-E and could not be happier. I have an i9-9900KF cooled by a Scythe Big Shuriken 3 + NF-A12x25 and EVGA RTX 3070 slightly undervolted. This case can definitely handle high-end parts, in case anyone out there is considering this or any of the similar Silverstone cases that share the internal layout.

[@dolphin069]

I've built Node 202, Dr Zaber Sentry & NFC Skyreach in the last 12 months. Stumbling across mITX cases is what brought me back to building computers again, glad that my favourite tech channel ( well you and Buildzoid )is featuring them with your usual high level of testing and analysis.

[@mojo2418]

Daniel Earle thoughts on each? Pros and cons?

[@BrynPalmer]

I swear I'm going to die of old age before the Dr Zaber Sentry becomes avalible :(

[@dolphin069]

mojo2418 node 202 cheap(ish) but warm if you put high end components in it, FD could do with meshify-ing it. Dr Zaber is lovely, high spec workmanship - didn't put anything high end in it - after the Node 202 shennagins, 1060 + 1600x. Skyreach S4 mini is the best IMHO if you must have light & super portable and top spec components, well ventilated. Will really need to wait for the next gen GPUs to bring down lower powered units that will fit in its form factor without excessive PSU and GPU modding. Hopefully later this year we will something from both the green and red teams. All of them easy to work in, just have to give a little more thought to cable management. Also S4 isn't suporting off the shelf PSUs, you have to use Pico type supplies and do a bit of reading / watching YT but the sff community is very helpful.

[@ohanjts]

Take a look at this thread bro should ease your burden a bit smallformfactor.net/forum/threads/sentry-2-0-evolution-of-console-sized-gaming-pc-case.7106/page-4#post-93952

[@dolphin069]

I think these Silverstone cases with totally separate CPU and GPU chambers are better thermal wise than the Node 202 - otherwise seal the opening between them as you end up pressuring one or the other with warm air from whichever has beefier fans in the pursuit of better thermals. Blower or single fan card is betrer. Asthetically I think it's cleaner then these Silverstone cases and perfectly acceptable with mid range components in it.

[@oreolamp5676]

Instant like due to that ad XDDD

[@alvarodiaz2221]

I knew I wasn't the only one

[@appleml8013]

Built inside this case, and had my 1080ti/8700k/3 case fans/nhl12s all fit in there, even with some room somehow. Temps are good and everything is performing great. Absolutely love how "mobile" this case is.

[@williamfox02]

fractal design node 202 next. I had one in the past and had a quirk to it. where the ssd is located if you place it on the GPU side of the case it will heat the ssd up if you have an open air cool and case the drive to crash. I happened to me in the past. Simple fix of putting the SSD on the CPU side of the case. Just a interesting lil story of building ITX PCs

[@filmgeneric]

This was why I put dual M.2s in mine.

[@sharkwithmanners1734]

I have only in the last two months found your KZbin channel, And I’m kicking myself for not finding it sooner, as you have become my fav tech channel to watch, your reviews are refreshing, impartial , honest, to the point and so well explained. I thank you for all of this and long may it continue

[@ShaunFarol]

Definitely would like to see some comparisons to more dual chamber ITX cases like Silverstone's ML08, Fortress 01, and of course the Fractal Design's Node 202 everyone else seems to like.

[@carlos2004]

Liking these new reviews on the smaller cases. Also, looking forward to the future PSU reviews, too.

[@carlos2004]

Forgot to mention the S4mini, although I don't know how available that is yet these days and is less boxy. As for normal boxy ones, the Raijintek Metis is another one that is fairly cheap and looks quite nice.

[@longnamedude3947]

Steve, please take a look at the NFC Skyreach 4 Mini, AKA NFC S4 MINI, it's a truly mITX Case with very good component support for it's size, a review on it would be even better but just knowing that you're aware of this case would be worth the time spent typing this comment :)

[@GamersNexus]

peter geary we'll take a look at getting one!

[@BrynPalmer]

I really like the S4 Mini, but you will need to do research before getting one to make sure your hardware fits, as well as getting a Pico PSU.

[@terabitdefiance8022]

Bryn Palmer its alright, its just TOO small. I believe in a point to where the DanCase A4 sfx is the true smallest mini itx. anything more smaller than the A4 should be named micro itx or something. its TOO small for mainstream products. the NFC case requires compromise like the gpu and psu. This is my opinion though. The sentry and shit alike the s4 mini should have their own name

[@Gigahurts71190]

I didn't have to compromise with my S4 mini in any way. Its rocking a 1700x and a gtx 1070 all powered by an hdplex 400watt +dell 330watt psu just fine, just runs a little toasty. imgur.com/a/zxjLxcH

[@terabitdefiance8022]

Gigahurts71190 that IS good, but try putting a 1080ti in there, or at least 2 hdds. then at minimum a 600wtt psu to handle all that.(from what ive heard a 8700k and 1080ti at stock take like 400-500wtts.)

[@Critical_Cabbage]

Ok, that's one of the best sponsor spots I've ever seen. Your dry humor and deliverance is so good :D

[@shayneoshannessy5503]

Its great to finally see a review of this case that doesn't spend its time whinging about what it can't do. Since I bought this case quite a while ago I've spent much of my time telling people on forums and review videos that the case is good. That it can take a full size GPU, PSU, and rad (simultaneously). All those are optional but can fit. I currently run an i5 7600k under a Corsair H60 (using a case slim fan mounted in the GPU compartment) alongside a full size EVGA GTX 970 FTW, and Silverstone Strider Gold 650W PSU. The PSU fits fine but cable management is truly a b####. My only problem I have with the case is the lack of information available for buying components for a build in this case. Everybody has opinions and no facts about what does and doesn't fit inside the box and whats worth your money (I have bought 3 different CPU coolers trying to get thermals that I'm happy with and I'm still looking at others). Plus now there's a version of the case with Addressable RGB.

[@blueish4]

Nice to see they added fan mounts on the 03, I have the rvz02 and there are no fan mounts and the gpu is much better off using a blower style cooler since there needs to be a bigger focus on exhaust than air flow going all over the place.

[@PredalienatorX]

Where can I buy the hair mounting kit?

[@Benfica_91]

Wait a few years you'll be able to do it yourself, for free.

[@prunn]

You need to mix some hair extensions glue with thermal paste for optimal dissipation

[@CruxRiajuu]

Gamers Nexus - I've been watching you since you started way back when people thought you didn't know what you were talking about and made fun of you having hair and being in your mom's basement or whatever. My point is - I saw a bunch of computer and tech channels develop and most opted for the sexual innuendos. I'm glad yours are very subtle and that you used your own brand of comedy and at the same time remaining professional. It's really awesome to see you develop your own thing.

[@mrmonday677]

sexual innuendo style comedy are for people who aren't uppity and uptight. : )

[@mojo2418]

Fractal design 202 please. :)

[@morphes]

I was going to say the same thing :-)

[@filmgeneric]

I love mine. There's one review for ya. No data though.

[@TheNaqoyqatZ]

Node 202 is also closer in size than other mITX cases. I love mine. I prefer sleeker designs without crazy angular plastics and RBG lighting.

[@randalllawkin]

mojo2418 node 202

[@vlcglavni6608]

Node 202 much sleeker design, though this one takes almost full ATX PSUs, and has drastically better GPU thermals it seems to me?

[@vonicvs6238]

A review of the Loque Ghost S1 MK1 or MK2 would be sweet! It's one of the smallest SFF cases that can fit a 120mm or 240mm AIO CLC (It's listed as 8.2L). I'd love to hear your thoughts on that bad boy.

[@osgrov]

Yes! I'd like to see this as well. The Loque case looks really sweet and I love how tiny it is.

[@BrynPalmer]

Ehhh, I like the NCASE more than the Ghost, you can fit 2 240mm rads in that if you know what you're doing :P

[@Arcimedes36]

Same thing, I'd love to see this. Tho realistically, demand for expensive ITX enclosures might not be enough to merit testing.

[@kendrickjennings5760]

I agree. I'm really interested in that case, but not many channels have done videos on it.

[@Skott62]

I'd love to see a SilverStone RVZ03 vs Fractal Design Node 202 with the exact same components.

[@justahologram2230]

I hope you have a hair mounting kit for AIOs in the store for April Fool's.

[@Xeonzs]

I considerd getting this and putting it horizontal under my TV as a media / console-like PC, that's how I ended up on this vid looking for reviews. So I guess they nailed it in that sense, I wouldn't feel comfortable building this 5 years ago, but now that I've built 2 true mini-itx cases in the last 12 months I would be up for building this.

[@digitalfruitcake24]

Great video I'm so glad you guys are testing more Mini ITX stuff! It's hard to find accurate temperature testing for these kinds of cases online so you are filling a good niche there

[@archades9699]

Probably the best ad I have seen today. Well played sir.

[@jlgordon96]

I have a variant design of this case (the one with the handle on top of it), and I was able to comfortably fit a fullsize 1080ti inside of it. I love this thing. The only gripe that I have with it is that getting air out of it, but nothing that pointing a fan at it won't solve. Highest temps ive ever seen it at are 65ish degrees and I work in AutoCAD, Maya, and Adobe suite. Plus, it's easy to take to college.

[@andrewjatz6092]

RVZ03 looks awesome. So far it has gone mostly unnoticed and I was hoping more information on modifications will be posted soon I have the RVZ02. I currently have a 4 TB 3.5" drive (modded to fit where the slim dvd drive goes), 2 2.5" 500GB SSDs, 2 m.2 (one pci-e one sata) and there is room for another 2.5 ssd in the GPU compartment (another popular mod to do). With modifications you can fit 1 3.5 HD and 3 2.5 ssds in a 12 liter enclosure making it the perfect portable workstation on the go. I even bought the handle for it (best $29 i ever spent)

[@GaAnRu]

First ad on youtube I really like and i'd see it again 10/10.

[@boatrat]

Ncase M1. Obviously. I think someone already mentioned it below... I just wanted to point out, it has both a vent-mesh side-panel AND solid full-window options. I'd like to see your thoughts on the difference in ventilation performance vs. component alternatives for those two versions.

[@monk3synuts]

Love my Fractal Node 202. Had it for 2 years now, great case very happy with it.

[@stickman2012]

I'm using the RVZ02 and I'm loving it.

[@Slavolko]

Wow, that ad spot was spectacular. I was zoned-out of it like usual, but then I see you sticking your hair into the fans and I got interested. Please more creative ads like that!

[@mrbaube22]

Legit best intro for a product, evga must be really happy

[@InimicusSolitus]

Made my own custom Micro ATX case for my living room PC. It can take a full sized Graphic card without using a riser and fits in my media stand under the TV. Cost me around $10 for paint, as I already had the wood. Designed for maximum air flow.

[@TheLostey]

Best ad I have ever seen. Keep up the great work!

[@willsoon801]

I wanna see more itx case reviews of sff and this case seem great its just a shame it looks the way it does if they just change the face plate or have more options of face plate to make it suitable for a more lounge room / furniture look i think its sales would skyrocket

[@dreamcastin]

Look up the rvz01b(complete metal outside and can be had with or without the rom slot. Rvz01-e has a more plain plastic outside. They all have the same interior as this case. You will pay more for them tho.

[@SeeTheWholeTruth]

You helped shape the industry. Thankful for that. I still want one of these older mats compared to your newer ones. :(

[@ZeAngryGerman]

I built one with a Ryzen 1700 and an evga 1070. Both case fans over the GPU, and using the stock AMD Wraith Spire which due to height effectively only draws air in from the vents above the CPU. Brilliant setup, runs cool and quiet.

[@Weaver_Games]

That ad was incredible

[@BRUXXUS]

The 'Firewall' separating the GPU and CPU, while giving each compartment it's own fan(s) is so incredibly clever! I'm sure it's something that's been done plenty in the past, but this is the first time I've seen it. I wonder if that would work at all for ATX cases.... hmm....

[@Nuds1223]

I built a friend's vr computer in the Cougar QBX Kaze and was pretty impressed with its performance to size. It basically is a cheap steel knock off of the Dan case and the other expensive Kickstarter aluminum boxes. I would love to see how It stacks up with other itx cases in your testing!

[@chrishexx3360]

Best creator made advert yet, and there have been some very good ones. Nearly sprayed my tea over the monitor laughing.

[@adroxorz]

Tech Jesus now comes in windswept. Breathtaking!

[@MM-ge2lc]

Now that's more like it! A properly small and compact mini-ITX case. If you're looking for feedback, the thing you mention that you'll split the mITX case reviews sounds good.

[@kimrussel6625]

Any m-itx is always fun to watch specially when u show your cable mangement, how u cram powerful product in a small space

[@squirt626]

You should add this to the case review playlist! Struggled to find this video again

[@MrDeathstab]

Slapped a i7 12700k and a 3070 in this badboy and its running nice! Thermals are small issue due to the hardware I put in it. I just replaced the silverstone CPU side panel fan with a bigger 3000rpm corsair fan and my temps dropped from 91⁰c to 79⁰c max temps. For the hardware that seems pretty good 👍 still a good case in 2022 although there was only about a fingers bit of room left over since I used a full size PSU. It was my 2nd ever PC build so if I can do it you can do it!

[@420BulletSponge]

I keep telling myself my next build is gonna be as small as I can get it and yet here I am with a room full of Mid and Full towers. Next time, next time I swear

[@csk485]

Thanks heaps for reviewing this case, i have been looking at getting one for a build for a while now but there aren't really any proper reviews of it other than the one hardware canucks did but it still left a little to be desired. This review answered all of my queries, keep up the good work and thanks again!

[@qzbnyv]

Happy to hear you'll be doing the Silverstone FTZ01 also. Would also be interested in temp/noise comparisons for these cases on your tests when you use a full-length graphics card vs the SFF card from this test.

[@cavfan1399]

I have my pc in the Lian Li PC-Q10WX and its about 19 liters in size and I love it!

[@virtuallyactual4542]

Air filters CAN be installed inside case. Panel/air_filter/rubber_washer/case_fan. Can also confirm that an H60 AIO can be installed with air filter inside.

[@snek5596]

I've been waiting for you guys to cover this thing!

[@weweebert]

Fractal design node 202 but populate the two 120mm fans with slim fans and make sure the cooler is as close to the maximum height......I used a scythe cooler with a long name. As said when building in such small cases planning is key to a successful build.

[@LeadElement]

Still a great chassis. I have a Ryzen 5600X and an RTX 3080 with a full size PSU in this bad boy as my living room PC. Works great and keeps temps under control.

[@ericwright8592]

I'll happily send you one of my Dr Ząber Sentry cases to compare. It's half the volume, absurdly high quality, and can fit all the same components.

[@warmtea862]

Another fantastic ad from GN. i just bought the evga 280. but i'm changing those awful fans to noctua fans.

[@TiagoMorbusSa]

Well, Node 202. It's so tiny and looks really cool. This RVZ03 is actually a great improvement in the looks department, in my opinion.

[@conza1989]

Wasn't in my sub box, but got the notification? Awesome video after the last one btw. Also please do an mATX group just like the ITX one, I think mATX is the best for gamers (especially on a budget).

[@josiejuicewilder8911]

Great review, I personally own one of these and purchased it because my much bigger bitfenix colossus did not fit my 1060 as it takes up 2.5 slots. I previously had a 970 which ran so hot the glue holding the stickers on the GPU fans melted causing them to come off and stop the fans running altogether. The much larger card fits well in this much smaller case and runs very cool and very quietly. My only small complaint it the lack of 3.5" drive support as there is room in the case but no mounting options.

[@JuanCAraujoS]

I would love to see a full review and build of the Fractal Design Node 202. It is, IMO, the most elegant SFF case in the market. I think a direct competitor of this is the Silverstone Milo ML08. A little older and less gamer-oriented than the RVZ03, but it has a slot for a slim 5.25-inch optical drive that might make it more suitable as an HTPC for the living room.

[@pierregoretzka3977]

Got it a year now. Noctua lh12s fits perfect with the fan on top ( it's direct at the case opening, no need for extra fan ) Rzyen 5 2600 16gb ddr4 3600 Gigabyte rtx 3070 ( fits good )

[@tarfeef_4268]

I'd love to hear about compatibility for hardware, especially liquid cooling parts in your reviews. Manufacturers don't often like to tell you what is technically possible (i.e. AIO 120mm coolers in the rvz02 if you have a short GPU), and you're clearly smart enough to figure out what's actually possible if you have the case on hand. I'm always looking for a tiny case to stick a custom loop in, so it'd be nice to see if it is possible (even if you don't test for it, just see if things will fit).

[@whatthejack]

Thumbs up! Keep the ITX case reviews coming. Love em

[@fluffyfloof9267]

I'm still rocking my Cooler Master Elite 130. It's got a 5.25" bay, which i populated with an adaptor that can hold a slim ODD (my DVD burner) and two 2.5" devices (SSDs,…). I could even macGyver (drill and grind) additional breakouts / external ports in there. (I always wanted an LED clock, powered by the 5Vsb rail.) It sits on top of my desk and seconds as a plateau for one of my (3) monitors.

[@hgl6182]

Tech Jesus is pleased! Congratulations Silverstone you did it!

[@robertodelatorre3829]

Nothing more glorious than witnessing TechJesus hair blow with the wind! What a time to be alive!

[@catbertz]

Super jazzed to see your interest in itx and sff cases! Would love to see you review the Dan case

[@S.ASmith]

RVZ01B is still a good case too. Building in it for my girlfriend's mini-ITX build at the moment (1070 + Ryzen 5 1600).

[@pieterrossouw8596]

Still happy with my Cooler Master Elite 130, steer clear of the 120 though. The 130 is a cheap and well thought out case with some modular aspects. I've mounted mine to the bottom of my table so it's completely out of the way.

[@shawndiaz7528]

Had to like for the commercial. Don't say that often lol. Also glad to see decently ventilated small chassis.

[@ThineHolyBacon]

The Morex 557 is about the most compact case you can get without going for an intel NUC, and has the bonus of using whatever mini-itx board and cpu you can fit in it. I'd really like to see what the thermals are like with the 2 40mm coolers though, if you'd be so kind to test it

[@blackbomber72]

I literally subbed just because of the ad. It was so funny

[@ilikecereal156]

That evga ensorsement was amazing

[@geraar88]

Great review as usual! I'm even more confident that i made the right choice with this case now :-) I am using this case for exactly what you describe: a streaming pc with local media on a nas that also allows me to play some games and use steam inhouse streaming for more demanding games. I don't have a gpu in it yet, but plan to move my desktop gpu when i upgrade that. Regarding the power supply: I am using a corsair vengeance ATX power supply which is the max suggested size and i didn't have too many issues fitting it. It actually even worked (very tightly) with my old corsair TX650 power supply (15cm, non modular), but the internal power cable was pushing against the on/off switch of that power supply. I'm not sure if there are modern power supplies with the on/off switch to the left of the power cable, but that is a non-obvious point of attention if you plan to use this case!

[@SeelBees]

If we talking about really faithful small form factor cases - please, review Dan Cases A4-SFX v3. Would be very interesting to see how hot and how loud can PC be when its put in a shoe box.

[@bhgemini]

This looks so much like the Node 202. The split compartments, fan holes, and even the gpu bracket

[@TheDmitriy911]

You guys can try using a Raijentek Pallas which is a sff cooler with a slim 140mm fan for most if not all itx builds. I used it with no issues on the RVZ01 as long as the itx board has the same layout as the AsRock z/h97 itx or at least have the 24pin connector next to the ram slots, otherwise it wont work. Performance wise it will do better than what you are using and the low profile noctua cooler as well.

[@danman1012]

Everytime I watch your videos I have to go back a couple years and watch the video you did about how to update bios before your hair got to an epic length. No real interest in ITX reviews but do a throw back episode where you watch some of your earliest videos and commentate them!

[@thearchersbows607]

Maybe not easy (probably really hard) to review but the Ncase M1 is aesthetic as hell and if possible review that. Also, good channel, I've been watching non-stop for like a year now

[@karlhungusjr1]

i had a hearty and genuine LOL at the hair cooling tips. thanks for that.

[@SaifSameer]

Best ITX for its specs and prices so far. Thanks @Steve

[@gamer388]

I got a RVZ01 with a SFX PSU from corsair SF450. You can and should replace the two fans near the GPU by 25mm ones instead of the slim that sliverstone provide. Standard fan have better airflow while generating less noise.

[@PupShepardRubberized]

I love the look and performance of this case!

[@Benfica_91]

Built my current system in this case, I managed to fit a Corsair H55 AIO on the side panel. But you'll need to use one of the slim fans on the H55 to make it work.

[@jamesharnish650]

I have rvz01 with 7700k and a 1070 and no problems it also had the 2 fans where the gpu mounts and still has optical drive

[@raistrose7773]

I would at some point love a comparison between the NCase M1, the Cougar Kaze, and the new Inwin A1. Build em each to the max of what they can hold! Could be really interesting.

[@eternalsugarhigh6843]

BEST AD SPOT EVER!!!!

[@Klefth]

I MUCH prefer the FTZ01 over this one. It pretty much manages everything this one has while looking much better. And it does have that slim optical bay, too.

[@davedbkk7564]

Nice work Silverstone. Always liked the RVZ series.

[@z77jabbjaw]

I got a syber vapor back in 2013 ripped out its guts and built 2 or more times in it, left the rgb module intact.

[@EpaHolst]

Looks very similar to the Silverstone ML07. Only difference I can spot is lack of optical drive and 3.5" hdd support. They also have a cpu cooler that fits this that blows air out the case the nt06-pro.

[@kurok1tenshi]

That AD so damn epic :D. good job as usual.

[@tibissaa]

More itx cases reviews, please! Greetings from Brazil!

[@xXDarthBagginsXx]

SilverStone makes some over-all good cases (and other products)

[@kieranthompson172]

Worth noting as I don't think it's mentioned in the video. Steve has the case upside down with the gpu sitting at the top. Upside down relative to the products marketing. I experienced much better thermal performance with similar fans and compoents having the case upside down same as they do here. CPU and surrounds were getting very hot the other way up.

[@malamri424]

A good product from Silverstone? Not surprised. They make some underrated cpu coolers too.

[@EverythingisFire]

I know you guys stick with more mainstream/available cases but would be cool to see vids of small companies making some sweeeet mITX cases(Loque-Ghost, Ncase-M1, NFC-Skyreach 4 mini, Dr. Zaber-Sentry, etc. )

[@ceh4702]

I think if you are going to use a PC as a console computer then It needs to be sized well to be able to fit inside an actual TV console stand which often has a depth limit of about 12-14 inches and a height of about 5 - 6 inches. The problem with most console cases is they are just too small to cool or too large to fit in a cabinet.

[@vgamedude12]

Would be nice if you would include temps compared to matx and atx IMO. Just to see what exactly we would be giving up.

[@LessThePattern]

Dat add spot doe. GG, Steve. 11/10, would recommend.

[@gamer388]

I got a RVZ01 with a SFX PSU from corsair SF450 with full size GTX960. You can and should replace the two fans near the GPU by 25mm ones instead of the slim that sliverstone provide. Standard fan have better airflow while generating less noise. I also swapped the slim fan over the CPU by a Luna 12 Slim LED Blue.