BEST AIRFLOW case EVER! Fractal Torrent

[@GearSeekers]

I wonder if anyone even noticed that I had a haircut midway through the video

[@KlaireGearSeekers]

I didnt

[@LeslieTheSteez]

I like your cut g 👀

[@mjothman]

Ayyyyy

[@ArcturusCOG]

I didn’t

[@streetapex]

Thats why I caught myself wondering if you ever tried colored tips lol

[@Phalaxis83]

Finally a case I can download! There was some hidden magic in that vid. You had a haircut between intro and build complete 😂 Very slick case design, good to see something different from Fractal. Awesome video fams.

[@GearSeekers]

SHHHHHH lol

[@WabbitCrouton]

Yeah, top mounted power supply with a removable cover is actually a great idea! When the PSU is on the bottom, whether your power cables have been tidied or bundled up in that cramped space and you need to connect a new device: it's a hell of a job to get a new connector in.

[@GearSeekers]

It should be the new standard :D

[@RafitoOoO]

Can't wait for the mid tower variation of this case.

[@MunchenerFrance]

Will there be any mid tower version for sure?

[@Pikachu-ho8rp]

@@MunchenerFrance Everyone is just speculating and hoping, but with how loved the case is by the community; it almost looks like its a guarantee. Although I do hope someone will ratio me with a link of an official statement from Fractal.

[@baranp8467]

Hey wake up dude

[@aysnea]

Did you notice guys, all the top PC hardware youtubers posted on the same time on this Fractal Torrent case. But i think this is the best review! ❤️

[@vsammy_poet]

Yep... This video have most comprehensive list of features (details) , about all of those videos.. 🤔

[@GearSeekers]

That's just what we do. 😊

[@boonie3]

Love the way the front panel and everything else looks on this case. Probably a bit too big for my needs but knowing Fractal they usually come out with a 'compact' or 'mini' version down the line.

[@yaboiyosef7640]

If they did I'd buy it straight away

[@Psnking09]

They did…btw lol

[@rlove21]

Yes, the Torrent Compact and the Nano...

[@elydrianmuscarte]

I’m already so in love with this case. Once Noctua releases their Chromax NF-A12x25, I’m gonna cop the fans and transfer my old parts in this case.

[@FerW2043S]

Looking forward to the black NF-A12x25s as well.

[@sasha-bigD]

you can get PH-F120T30 right now, they better

[@sasha-bigD]

@@FerW2043S PH-F120T30

[@FerW2043S]

@@sasha-bigD Sure, also considering them.

[@j.b.7133]

@@sasha-bigD Those look pretty slick. I JUST ordered chromax fans though haha. Do you know if they plan a 140 mm?

[@allglorytogod12]

I've been using a Corsair Air 540 for quite a while...probably 3-4 builds in it. I've always struggled to find something worth switching to. But recently, I've wanted to downsize to something with a slimmer footprint but my search has been pretty disappointing. But THIS looks like what I've been looking for. I watched twice trying to find one thing I would have to make a compromise with but it's not there. Well done, Fractal. My first GS video as well. I haven't subbed to a new tech channel in ages and I now regret not checking out yours until now but look forward to future content.

[@KlaireGearSeekers]

Thanks for joining us David!

[@GearSeekers]

Welcome David! Good to see a new face around here :D

[@johnhammond6248]

Same dude ive had the air 540 for a decade, this is my new case just ordered it comes in on tuesday!

[@jamesbarlett246]

I love the top mount for the psu. I agree with Nick it's so much easier to plug things into it. That front panel is awesome!

[@MaZEEZaM]

Yes I agree, I love the case, I just wish I could get one of the solid case version but the recall, I love that they picked up on the manufacturing error but I’m building my new pc now! I’m going to have to go with my second choice , a Phanteks case and I’m not sure if I could be bothered rebuilding two PCs when the Fractal is available again. Two meaning my new build in the fractal when it arrives and transferring my current pc into the Phanteks case even though it’s already in a decent case 🤔

[@code01372]

ngl this case is looks dope. thanks for the work GS, gonna try this for my next build

[@shiolei]

The fans nexus hub feels like an extremely useful feature for water cooling and/or heavy fan builds. Also digging the top PSU chamber design - something fresh.

[@johnboyer144]

Top PSU is a throwback to the 90s, but this one does it better than anything from way back then.

[@alemarba]

@@johnboyer144 It is still done on every professional commercial workstation.

[@tickledhorse]

The stock thermals would have been more interesting. That would have made my decision to purchase much better.

[@Yu-dp5hp]

My exact thoughts I mean it's literally a case marketed towards air cooling and he decides to use an aio smh

[@MASTERSLY5]

Gamer nexus review always

[@JohnnyElihue]

Amazing b-roll. I think taking out those epic fans for the AIO was a bit silly, but I guess that is just a preference thing. The glass back panel is something I actually really like about the case. It gives you a chance to nerd out and show your WHOLE build. If you spend some time and did some crazy cable management I think it could turn out awesome. The power supply at the top makes so much sense in terms of airflow and ease of working with the case. The case is an airflow masterpiece. I love it

[@richdelmazzio9890]

Guys, I literally just paused this video at the :35ish mark to type this….. your into was getting me so hyped up. The clever lighting and movements were building so much excitement. I felt like I was watching a Peter McKinnon advertisement. Why didn’t you keep it going??? You two are amazing and I can’t wait to learn more from you on improving my camera skills. Production value is super high you two!

[@KlaireGearSeekers]

Thanks, appreciate your kind words, but we can't have 10 min of artistic shots and not talk about the case haha. Gotta have a balance 😂

[@richdelmazzio9890]

@@KlaireGearSeekers I know. Just wanted you guys to know how amazing that little intro was. I was so jazzed up watching it. Bravo. Stay safe out there.

[@GearSeekers]

@@richdelmazzio9890 thanks rich!

[@Alexandra-Rex]

mITX is gonna look so small in there. Having the PSU at the top with full access to adding or removing cables is very nice for when you need to change things later on.

[@DVDFHardTarget]

Fantastic review. Very relaxed and chilled (no pun intended) style. Covered everything I needed to know before purchasing this case.

[@CR500R]

Having the power supply at the top is a major benefit. 👌

[@andrewc20]

this case looks fantastic !!! love the front panel design so much !! well done Fractal !! Its been a while since i saw a case worthy of this channel and this has to be one of them !!

[@ericwanner7966]

So I built a computer with this case. I enjoyed it so much I ordered another one in RGB (when stock became available). Yes, that is crazy, except I have two adult sons who will be building computers within the next 6-12 months. I’m going to take the RGB fans for my system and give them the extra case and non-RGB fans. If the next build goes well then I might buy another one for the other kid. They are probably going to be on their own for graphics cards though. I realize I could have just bought separate RGB fans but this way no fans go unused. It’s also becoming a family shared hobby. Like hunting or golf. So justifiable on those grounds too. Fun! Good video! Thanks!

[@belema22]

Love the song during cinematic mode at the end! Also like the shots Claire. ♥️ From probably just down the road

[@KlaireGearSeekers]

Nick shoots the video, i shoot the stills haha. Thanks mate!

[@makiwa]

Very nice! And I love the idea of the Top Mounted PSU! Awesome! I would buy it - no question..... Thanks.

[@MilanLukovic]

Far the best review of this case on KZbin.

[@ApexLodestar]

"cooled from the 4th dimension" LMAO! Your video production is top tier. I love the music you make. This case looks cool! 👏🏼

[@Synthwave89]

Yeah, this video got you a sub. Incredibly clean build, I am awestruck. I got this case but for full airflow which won't look as nice but I hope will cool reliability.

[@alemarba]

Yeap, full air flow is the way to go with the case.

[@jwaye89]

That is one amazing looking case. The video looks epic, keep this up fams. Love it

[@derickwall2228]

Thanks Nick & Klaire!

[@Eonymia]

Gamers Nexus gave this a "we like it, it's good". So it's basically the best case in the last decade or so.

[@GearSeekers]

That doesn't mean anything lol 🤣 "We like it, it's good" is just an opinion

[@Eonymia]

@@GearSeekers It's partially a joke, lol. Their positive reviews are usually to the tune of "we don't have anything against you buying it. It's fine." It's extremely rare they straight up start with "it's good, we like it". GN Steve is not easy to please.

[@christenlanger]

This is a case that I'll definitely look into when I finally dip my toes into custom water cooling.

[@christopherbrooke2142]

Why would you put your toes in your loop?

[@christenlanger]

@@christopherbrooke2142 time-tested method of checking the water's temperature of course.

[@GearSeekers]

I mean who doesn't dip their toes in coolant every now and then 😂

[@nickhubble7582]

This is the only non-ITX case that im really interested in. up to 180mm thick front rad at 360mm. Its so well made. I cant wait to build in it.

[@shanemoritz7416]

What GPU bracket did you use to mount it vertically?

[@bravethomasyt]

There's no point having that rear fan. The internal pressure will be enough to exhaust. In fact, the rear fan may make it worse! Love the case and the build, though.

[@AnttiRustyAngelPakanen]

Fractal Design told me this same thing directly (via email), so you are on point. I had plans to install powerful Noctua on the back of the case and decided to email and ask.

[@Mopantsu]

Sick vibes dude. I didn't know you make your own music.

[@GroudFrank]

It's nice. Way too huge for my taste but it's nice.

[@vzdino241]

I have my gpu vertically mounted in Fractal Meshify 2 Compact and my gpu temps dropped by 4-5c. I was worried that the temps would increase drastically but I was pleasantly surprised

[@USConnexion]

What mount to use in the torrent, I'm new to building

[@Keprion]

@@USConnexion I agree

[@Axospirit85]

Hi Nick, nice to found you in the web, i have seen a couple of your video just today and what can i say...I follow many other youtubers like you but you...you're amazing! Funny, professional and incredible enjoyable! You would have earned my subscription for Cinematic mode only. Fantastico!! Cheers from Italy

[@Axospirit85]

which one in your opinion is the most efficient in terms of thermals between SL600M and this Fractal? thanks!

[@vsammy_poet]

Great Work from Fractal 👍👍

[@smalltimer4370]

Having returned this case after a bit of use - here are my observations; 1. the paint is atrocious, in-that it absorbs finger prints that can never be cleaned or removed 2. The temps were no better than with my previous Corsair case 3. The case is terribly deficient in HDD space, accommodating no more than 2 drives 4. The top of the case(which is generous), is curved, and therefore not accommodating of anything placed on it - a rubberized mat does mitigate this 5. And finally, the fans were no quieter under load than with other cases using Noctua fans - my two cents

[@fritz_mg]

Love the music btw. :)

[@alemarba]

If anything, I consider having the power supply at the top is just getting back to form and a much better use of space. I never really understood the trend of putting it at the bottom of the case, make all cabling slightly harder. Professional build workstations, like the HP Z Series, the Lenovo P series or the Dell Precision have the power supply at the top. Is the natural thermal flow of the air, from cold bottom to hot top. Modern switching power supplies generate so little heat that exhausting the heat from the power supply should be enough. I think that the only missed opportunity was the lack of a slim optical drive bay, maybe behind the front panel in the top, so is there when you really must pop a disk. While In understand CD/DVD/Blu-ray are considered deprecated at this point, I for example still use in some video archival projects. I certainly can live with them in any of my other builds, but not everybody has 5 workstations for day-to-day work.

[@dougalemacalestyr8365]

It's a monster. Like the Cooler Master SL600M

[@sd1rager]

Lack of top mount radiator support means it’s not for me but I love the design.

[@briteshikes5099]

This case is fire and makes me want to redo my 6 month old build

[@alemarba]

Go ahead. Is very well worth it.

[@MarcoGPUtuber]

Can I torrent public domain things with this Torrent? What about driving it around in a Torrent?

[@vsammy_poet]

Have a couple of earlier Compact Fractal cases (Meshify C) and then one Big Evolv X from Phanteks.. Now this new Fractal case is really interesting.. That topmount PSU stuff is definately extra. It helps a really lot to make bigger changes for the builds..

[@GearSeekers]

Yeah they nailed that. I really like it!

[@chibilawl]

Imagine a white and purple build in this case! Call it BitTorrent hehehehe

[@KlaireGearSeekers]

😂

[@aryaguehrs]

wish Itx version from this case hahaha

[@akmarksman]

Pretty sick design. Love the layout.

[@canoa3654]

Really different but not my style. Thank you for great video.

[@GruulFleury]

I want to see a mini version of this case that is closer to the size of the Meshify 2 Compact.

[@MaZEEZaM]

I Really like the top power supply. I love the case generally but for me, the best feature is the top mount power supply.

[@JamesYGGoY]

did you replace the fans for the z73? or did you add extra ones to the other side of the radiator?

[@Dewane1511]

add extra to the other side of the radiator

[@Tiborzts]

Waw Interesting Case😎👏🤩

[@witherbone4779]

What riser card did you use there? Or do you have any recommendations in general?

[@rodhester2166]

power supply on the top is free exhaust and heat does not hurt power supplies.. .. psu belongs on top..

[@Dands77]

I'm quite sad that fractal cases are not officially sold in Brazil, it's imported only in one store so it's quite expensive and almost no variety :(

[@84Actionjack]

Nice review.

[@gvnady8380]

Great production! Sick B roll

[@dollar7741]

Should the water cooling be place like he does with the water wire at the bottom of the case and not the top?

[@Dewane1511]

yes you can do that mines is just fine and my build is very similar to this . My case is black and I have different parts.

[@Pabula]

Too expensive imo, $189-230 is too much when you have offerings that are half as much with similar performance. Instead create a Torrent Compact, with 2x 180 frontal, 2x 180 bottom, drop the depth like a Mesify C, and sell it for $125-150 and would be a a really good offering.

[@sd1rager]

Well said. Unless you’re custom water cooling this case is over engineered and will not sell compared to a p400a or something similar.

[@brycem7580]

KZbin's closed captions calls your track "foreign music" :/

[@toy4tao]

I need a matx version of this

[@BattlerigsComputing]

i want this case

[@robertrent5218]

Yes, please add to this video airflow and thermals for an off-the-shelf fan installation and standard video card mounting.

[@piereligiodisante]

This is the gray one, right?

[@i3do]

i need download link for that GIF!

[@SealDoggo]

damn looks like an ultimate dust collector....

[@fritz_mg]

All the intakes have filtration though.

[@michaelmiramontes6394]

@@fritz_mg dust still gets in though. The case will have positive pressure because of the intake/outtake fan imbalance meaning more dust will come in the case than dust that leaves it

[@fritz_mg]

@@michaelmiramontes6394 That would be the case with negative pressure, would it not?

[@michaelmiramontes6394]

@@fritz_mg no it would be positive because there are more intake fans. It would be negative pressure if there were more outtake fans because more air leaving the case causes the negative pressure in the case

[@fritz_mg]

@@michaelmiramontes6394 Yes, I meant the dust problem would be worse with negative pressure than with positive.

[@_fissure1441]

Is there a way to do liquid cooling in this case without having to remove the 180mm fans at the front? Every build I've seen so far has moved those fans, and I find that odd because they seem to be one of the main features of the case. Is liquid cooling in this case possible while keeping the 180mm fans up front, or do you have to use a fan based CPU cooler?

[@GearSeekers]

There are no rads that support 180mm fans

[@_fissure1441]

@@GearSeekers unless I'm mistaken, the Fractal Torrent reviewer guide indicates that the case can support a 180mm wide AIO radiator on the front of the case. This is only my second computer build, so I acknowledge that I'm much more novice than you are, but I just want to ensure that I'm not missing anything. I can't find any 180mm supporting AIOs in my searches, but the Fractal seems to indicate they exist.

[@TheSjuris]

@@_fissure1441 they don’t exist yet. Just like there aren’t very many manufacturers of 180mm fans.

[@nategarrow]

I know this is an older video but just purchased the Fractal Torrent and am in serious need of cable managmenet help! Was a little sad you cut out that part, wouldn't happen to have that footage around anywhere would you? 😅 Rocking a push-pull orientation 360mm aio and, in combination with some pretty stiff corsair PSU cables, cable management is not clean. I barely have the back glass on, but since you can see everything, I want to go back and clean things up.

[@GearSeekers]

Push pull doesn't increase performance it just makes your system louder because it creates turbulence.

[@qT_p13]

The more "innovative" designs i see from manufacturers, the more i'm convinced that i should buy some wood and sheet metal and build my own case for my next pc. i do appreciate the design and the process involved in manufacturing, and fractal have clearly done their homework, but this case just reminds me of some old school cases and doesnt really impress me. The front looks awesome though

[@mattbedford875]

Diy perks made a beautiful wood pc case, which used 2 exposed noctua nh d15 cpu coolers for the cpu and gpu. It was beautiful and was what got me into pcs

[@spinkey4842]

kudos to fractal

[@jamesm568]

Not the most attractive case as it looks like water cooling would be a waste of time with this case as it seems to be more catered towards fans, which I kind of like as I find water cooling gimmicky.

[@tech_jims]

I belive fractal now halted sales of this case due to an issuse with the fan controller potentially causing a short circuit 😢 fractal are looking at sending out replacement fan controller kits to already sold units 🤔

[@kasper_429]

Those Gigabyte/Aorus parts look like they were made to go with this color of the case! It matches so well it's insane. Gorgeous build as always Nick. I love that Fractal has finally done something truly different, case-wise. It only took them what, like 10 years? Lol.

[@TheOzTube]

I bought the white version, the back panel is solid white, not glass.. i'm waiting for the pc shop to build my system, i would have liked to see if the bottom filter can be removed from the front while radiator is installed? i'm being forced to use a water cooler for my CPU, i think i'm going to have a hard time cleaning the dust every year.. Also i didn't like the thumb screws at the back of the case, the corners don't give much finger and thumb room to unscrew them by hand, must use screwdriver, also one screw socket thread won't grip a screw unless i use a screw driver, i think because it's plastic and maybe drilled wrongly at the factory.. do you have a video showing how to remove bottom dust filter? also can a 2 fan radiator be installed at the top horizontally next to the power supply? (eg Cooler Master ML240 RGB)

[@LeslieTheSteez]

Oooooooof Fractal coming with the sauce !! Would love to see a threadripper water cooled build in this 🥲 amazing review and build as usual 😍😍😍😍

[@GearSeekers]

I was about to tweet at you because you've been so quiet! Hope you're doing well fams

[@LeslieTheSteez]

@@GearSeekers Fams studying architecture is gonna be the death of me :( But I am doing alright

[@Keprion]

What vertical GPU mount

[@relliksss7095]

yoo can u use the included fans and make a vid please i beg you

[@HaywireGW2]

I just feel like this case is better for air. Where as if you want a big AIO someting like Lian Li's Dynamic XL would be better suited.. ?

[@aniket_sarkar70]

Please make video on asus tuf gaming z590 plus wifi it's a great motherboard by the way great videos

[@davidlangston8160]

Getting this case after I got my refund from the garbage fire that is Dune. very excited to move everything into it!

[@hrtlsmoe]

What are the orientation of the fans?

[@HomieFFM]

did you need cable extensions for the GPU? looks like a long way for that cable.

[@NarciisJr]

the psu placement is okay for cable management but all the hot air will rise directly into the psu so the psu acting as an exhaust is not okay, a power supply should not operate warmer than 40 degrees celsius. For this case a blower style gpu card would be recommended.

[@alemarba]

40C? I think you are really underestimating the operational range of the capacitors.

[@NarciisJr]

@@alemarba Please do some research.

[@alemarba]

Hi. The 40 celcius rating in most power supplies is.for a 100 % power draw, not the max operating temperatures. Most well built with easily go to 50 Celsius with 80 % draw and as bad as 70. Also, room air temperature in a typical air conditioned room is at 23 to 25 celcius, so most of the air input inside the case that goes toward the he power supply will typically be well bellow the 40 degree threshold. Don't worry, you probably be out of the room yourself before trying to use your computer at such room temp for it to matter for the case thermodynamics.

[@Viperbird17]

Really loving this case

[@dimitriid]

I like the internal design elements like that unique top mounted PSU, changeable front fan support and ssd and hdd placecment but I really, *really* don't like the design it's just not for me. I could live with the front of it though it wouldn't be my favorite but that top panel, it makes it *look* like a much cheaper case than it is, too gamery and tacky imho. I do think Fractal will probably re-tool the internals for later use in a more muted design that we come to expect from them so I'm not worried at all, just a pass for me in this particular one.

[@jakekarma]

I love this case but the glass back panel seems pointless to me and a big off put

[@VelezBiH]

Case looks really nice but big issue for me is the placement of power supply at the top, preventing you from installing AIO there. IMO best position for AIO radiator is at the top due to heat naturally raising to top, which makes it perfect for fans to exhaust it out. But in this case you have to put the radiator in front which is not ideal. Other then that case looks great. I was deciding between this and the Corsair 5000D and went with Corsair.

[@swizzler8053]

Please Fractal. Make An SF case.

[@c.m.7037]

After recently building an ITX beast, I don't think I will go back to ATX FF.

[@jessemurdock2406]

Kraken good show mate!

[@SBEARD12345]

Looks good..but would love the buttons on the front instead of on top..because then you can turn the case upside down to have the bottom grill at the top... For better air circulation. But intresting they have the power at the top

[@GearSeekers]

Top panel buttons and IO are the norm now. I don't have a problem with it to be honest.

[@Greenalex89]

Im an enthusiast for great thermal performance and this thing is the fucking wind tunnel from the old Jackie Chan movie :D (Armor of god? Cant remember). It was obviously made for aircooling and it beats my old case by whopping 9-12 degrees Celsius (old case: 4x120mm+1x170mm Noctua fan inside the case door, so good cooling). I didnt use the fan hub cause my b550 mag tomahawk has pwm headers for days and I trust it more than a hub :) Get the fans to 60-70% and u got a silent build while still fighting global warming with it ;) Cable management felt smart and ez zu work with. Just be very careful transporting the case and dont grab it at the front panel; grab the whole case from the bottom. Got the grey one too cause it fits my tomahawk mobo, my grey Gigabyte GPU and the metal peerless assassine 120SE so well. Kind of a futuristic industrial steel look, Im diggin it. All in all a greatly performing case and definately a fresh unique design without looking too crazy..Happy with my purchase.

[@lvc394]

The PSU will suck in warm air from the case instead of cold air from outside. What are the temps in the PSU at load?

[@lvc394]

@@aciknaufal: Heat rises so I was just wondering since it seem that the PSU fan is an exhaust for the air at the top.

[@kell7689]

Your videos are so damn good. Huge applause for the level of detail with your timestamps. One question: are the two big front fans a waste if using an AIO? They can't go on the bottom? For such a pricy case, it seems odd that the unique fans it comes with can't be used for AIO builds - and yet air cooled builds look weird due to the extreme amount of empty room between the mobo and front panel.

[@cosmincorbu9024]

The 180mm fans can be used on the bottom with an AIO in front (even in a push/pull config.). The bottom mounting rail accommodates 3x120, 3x140 and 2x180 mm fans.

[@lev2727]

Funny video.... ask any SSD's or hard drives stored in the cable management area how they like the tropical temperatures. hehe

[@Keprion]

Any recommendations for a vertical GPU mount for this case?

[@CatasLab]

Can you use the provided 180 mm front fans and slap a 360mm rad after them?

[@jonno9592]

For a first build would you recommend this case or the Corsair 465X?

[@obsey]

Most of Fractal Design's recent computer case lineup is the best in the business, and I own three of them, but this monstrosity is horrifying.

[@GearsScrewlose]

I don’t care for the top mounted PSU. Dangling that thick PSU cord down the back of the case is just annoying - going to cause many problems with cable length.