Cooler Master Storm Scout II Advanced Review

Cooler Master Storm Scout II Advanced Review

[@coolbrotherf127]

This was the case I used for my first gaming PC build back in 2014. It's still hanging in there after traveling back and forth between college dorms and apartments for years. The dust covers are actually very good and after over 6 years of use my internals have very little dust build up.

[@Drzahman]

Still loving it.

[@HardwareCanucks]

We show the dust filter at 2:34, it is included with the advanced model.

[@BlackMambo5]

This is quite frankly one of the most underrated and practical cases out there. Couple of things I love about this case is the epic side panel, that has a dual 120mm fan option as well as being transparent where it matters. I have a CM Hyper 412S with red LEDs, MSI970 Gaming Mobo, MSI GTX970 4G Gaming gfx card and it looks pretty neat from the side panel. I can clearly see the gfx card LEDs as well, have mine in the 2nd and 3rd PCIe slot on the case. I only thing I don't like about the case is the idiotic top fan cover that has 6 clips, which just totally destroys any chance of installing a dual 120mm radiator with the cover on. :/ I wish they would've used a magnetic top mesh instead of the clip press-fit cover AND INCLUDE an actual dust filter mesh instead of the holes on the cover. Perhaps I'll get an aftermarket one.

[@cherby27]

I actually bought a white CM Storm Scout 2 Advanced before watching this video. I've watched this over and over again and I don't have regrets. Though the non-removable part of the HD cage sucks though.

[@Pwnzed69]

3:45 Seems like those holes could be widened up a bit horizontally (removing the space between them) with a metal-cutting saw for better airflow without compromising functionality or structural integrity of the cage.

[@V1Customs]

This case has a white powder-coat which adds to the cost. It cost me $65 to powder coat my original scout to a white color. I personally enjoyed having it in their line of products even if it only cost me $10 more to buy :)

[@YogaNeko3000]

The styling is not to my taste, but I do like a case with plenty of cooling potential like this one, and of course with dust filters! which is a great selling point in my view. More cases should have them.

[@Tx3JorgeX]

The camera work is really top notch. good job guys

[@mc_sim]

I've got 3 builds in this case for last 5 years. And it is still looks like new. I guess i will save some money and keep it for next few years at least.

[@GTexperience_Channel]

I really do not like the case, but that might also be because of how it was put together with the parts. It's a dust eater with the powersupply fan at the bottom of the case (might be due to the powersupply itself). it has several dust filters though, but taking them off is not an easy task.

[@GTexperience_Channel]

I feel like mostly when I bought the pc the guy who put it together made the case pull air from the bottom (powersupply) and push air out near the cpu. creating a lower pressure inside the case.

[@colton4455]

I agree partially, I Personally prefer a bigger window rather than extra fans but I have a Corsair C70 and having fan grills ON the window taking up half the space and this is even worse than my case.

[@d00fin]

Just finished my very first build with this sexy ase

[@HardwareCanucks]

This isn't an advertisement..its a review :P

[@maxbutton9996]

You can actually fit some dual 120mm Rads in a push configuration by removing the top grille and having the radiator mounted on top.

[@HardwareCanucks]

We think so too :D

[@enigmatologist7198]

10$ more for the white version? THAT'S RACIST!

[@silentserge89]

I like advertisement with good and bad side~ It make the items advertised more reliable and trustworthy~

[@temeweckis]

The reason that they don't remove the drive cage completely is because the steel bracket adds a crap ton to structural strength.

[@TrueZtyleZ7]

The X58 motherboard is a pretty large motherboard, enough to be the same size as an X79 motherboard, if not larger. And because of that, there's really no reason to upgrade. It's not meant to show off hardware, just the case itself. As a case review that, showing us just how much hardware you can put inside it is enough.

[@markgowans7938]

How much smaller is this case compared to the Storm Trooper? I'm considering a smaller case because I'm finding the Trooper a bit too big.

[@akuaragon]

HC...please review 650d...mybe a bit out of date and other reviewer just did before but about detail....your the best one ever....very pro review.hoping you can.

[@protato911]

Form where I bought this case, the white version have 2 extra fans bundle with it so its kinda explain the extra 10$.

[@dolgran79]

Dimitry, you have the best case review videos on YT. Keep up the good work.

[@luongkevin]

Good case review at always, can you review the Corsair 900d next, because of watching your video, i have purchase the Corsair 800d in the past.

[@ZzNoM4MaDzZ]

The fans are pretty silent (7w) but when you use headphones you can't hear them at all :)

[@Gungrave123]

I hope drive bay-less cases with fully removable hdd cages becomes the standard soon..

[@BroadcastYOzZelf]

USB 2.0 is important for old mainboards. My mainboard did not support USB 3.0 and thus I could not connect the two USB 3.0 ports with my mainboard.

[@miklastrolle4877]

you are able to make push efect, just mount the watercooler on top of the case. giving it a ''hotrot'' ish look

[@tqexplosion]

that's what i did! although i did a pull instead of push, keeps the rads cleaner :D

[@AlexTechFix]

That's a bummer that the entire hard drive array can't be removed. The handle feature is such a plus though that I might just plan on drilling out the rivets.

[@Dimitry49]

I said there is no need for USB2.0 ports anymore with cases, as USB3.0 are backwards compatible, so giving us only USB3.0 would suffice for anyone's needs.

[@jeremyd5457]

Where those slots are, they should make it a window with optional fan slots, so we could still show off the GPUs.

[@EVILICIOS]

This is isn't a review, this is a masterpiece, best case reviews on KZbin! :D

[@enigmatologist7198]

if you were to has a larger GPU where would you put the hard drives if you had to remove the cage?

[@jps2]

It's not screwed in yet :P You can see above the expansion brackets.

[@XxMicroNinjaxX]

I have the black version of this case and it does the job but if you are planning on getting this case don't get it. The reasons are one, as the video pointed out there is only a few mobo's that will fit with a 240 rad and secondly the case weights so much its not even funny

[@TimmyTechTV]

New HWC video, my week is made!

[@Jenstyler1]

USB 2.0 Are required if the mobo doesn't support USB 3.0, or if the USB 3.0 header doesn't have a USB 2.0 split-off or included adapter

[@royalsezuni4987]

Raidmax Agusta Cooler Master 690 II Advanced Cooler Master Storm Scout II advanced Which is better in capacity and airflow?

[@abhijit1998]

Wish i had got this instead of my stryker. Of course stryker is better by book, but i would really prefer something more mobile, as even with a handle, this case is freaking heavy.

[@ZzNoM4MaDzZ]

I get this case maybe tomorrow, then i can tell you if it's loud or silent, doesn't matter to me if it's a bit loudy 'cause i use headphones :)

[@Chlodzenienet]

I also agree that this case is quite good but of course isnt perfect :)

[@danjo2253]

Very Nice! Where can I buy this case in white in the US?

[@robertulbricht8125]

Wow..how have I not seen this channel until just now? Subed :D

[@DaBlackSavior]

is more beatiful the cooler master scout 2 white with blue led fans or gunmetal with red led fans?????

[@beyaz4beyaz]

Best case reviewer on YT

[@YoshiExcel]

I know, it's silly, i really love this case and want to get it, but i dont like the really small window on the side panel. Is there a way to get custom panels for this one with a bigger window? I cant find any, and i did a google search.

[@tqexplosion]

i know i have the same issue with mine :( i don't know if anyone sells full windows panels. Might have to do a custom job. Shouldn't be too difficult, just have to cut out the side fan grill and the included side perspex panel and then glue in a larger piece of perspex sheet to cover the hole.

[@lolen33]

Plus, I reaaally like the looks of this case. Beats the HAF XM very easily :)

[@shapeshifter7676]

so you can't use Liquid CPU Cooling? like Cooler Master Seidon 240M maybe?

[@RakkiXIII]

@HardwareCanucks I would really appreciate it if you could do a video review of the Raidmax Vampire. I have seen the text review on your website, but if I'm going to invest $100+ on something, I want to know every detail that the video reviews provide over the text ones.

[@dannyyong7221]

Is the height 20.5 inches including the handle on top of the case?

[@PragmaticDany]

It sucks that the top mesh does not support a fan'd rad. You could still use your Intel CPU cooler...Not.

[@protato911]

I bought it in a Asus partnered shop. It in Malaysia, I dont know if its a standard in other country.

[@pedroferreirainvictu]

hey, i build my first gaming pc abou one week ago and i love it. i have this case and is very good to carry cause i go to lan party's too, good luck with your build. any help just say

[@Brainiac5]

yo, you from Malaysia ? sama dude lol but i bought this one in the normal edition , not the advanced edition in canada cuz im going there, cant wait to bring my stuff there are build it with that case!

[@Joe-io2yj]

If you had a water block and low profile memory could you put a top rad in

[@gabrielhernandez5843]

any advise in what pc case to get? I want the case to be 70 or less, any good ones?

[@RoccoMac]

Did he say there's no USB 2.0 on the top panel while pointing at 2 USB 2.0 ports? or did I misunderstand?

[@DaBlackSavior]

hi, which of these two case is better from all points of view: Cooler Master Cosmos SE or Cooler Master Scout 2 Advanced?

[@Drzahman]

definately getting one soon

[@kpricepc]

Yeah it doesn't look like you can fit a radiator in pull even with the clearance of the motherboard?

[@ilmarmendoza20]

Hey man that review was awesome, I was looking for a review like this long time ago, about this case... I´m subscribing now :D

[@FoodOnCrack]

Im so glad to see that there arent fan mounts ON the window. That looks retarded in my opinion.. And besides, a fan on a window blocks the sight anyway

[@MegaxAAx]

is it still worth getting if you dont use it for gaming events like for carring it alot?

[@joong2443]

Noob Question: Could this case fit a hyper 212 evo cpu cooler? Also, would the cooler block the side panel window?

[@rockleondude24]

no and no, case has plenty of room for coolers, and the hyper 212 at that XD

[@transdimensionalmeerkat9378]

He means yes and no.

[@dethklokicksbutt]

Love this case so much

[@altide8784]

Does the fans on the sidepanel have dustfilters?

[@ZzNoM4MaDzZ]

Yep i like it too :) let's see if i get my case today =) You're welcome.

[@TheUltrashiva]

Can the dual front 120mm fans be replaced with another ??

[@Zedd550]

How do you open the front panel to install front fans?

[@PapiiLongLegs]

Can this case fit the NH-D15 cooler?

[@85Pushead]

Wrong. The white comes only in the "advanced" configuration, whilst the black and gunmetal comes in "advanced", "N2" and standard configurations. The standard version comes with only a PSU dust filter + rear 120 LED on/off fan. The N2 has a PSU filter + rear 120 black fan & front 120 LED on/off fan. The advanced comes with PSU & bottom front 120 dust filters + rear 120 black fan and 2 front 120 LED on/off fans. I wish professional reviewers would do proper research to give accurate info...

[@adhip0123]

Can anyone who owns the case can tell me the dimension of the top air filter (L x W x H)? Please be specific. Thanks.

[@sebbekartellen6493]

I just bought this case!!!

[@epicscoreCS2]

kinda sad you have to mount your H100i on the outside..would looke nice if it was white tught :p

[@metallurgico]

cooler master tried to compete with corsair's low end cases, but it failed

[@lolen33]

Hey guys, I kinda need help. Soo, I am building a nice mid-tower PC that costs around 1.3k. I don't want a full tower because I really don't like big PC's and I'm a kind of an on-the-go gamer. So I don't know if I should get this case or the HAF XM. some of my parts (Mostly my GPU) needs high air flow so the HAF XM is perfect for them, but it is too difficult for me to carry it around because I go to alot of lan party's. Any suggestions?

[@EVILICIOS]

Ignore the "is", lol

[@V1Customs]

My case is in the October issue of cpu magazine page 43. I was paid $1,500 at quakecon to have it in their. Come again? lmao

[@dfried97]

excellent video.

[@alvinporras7254]

Nice & I have 1 for my son.

[@hrajbharat23]

Any Idea if CM is gonna make 690 III ??

[@sander373]

Man, I love CM cases but they always come with crap filters.

[@TheAwesonymous]

lol, the black version is worth less, that's racist!

[@temeweckis]

That's just... childish Black hardware parts are far easier to find, so Cooler Master has to paint those parts to get them white, which costs a lot of money

[@temeweckis]

***** Well each company has their own manufacturer i guess...

[@28katter]

Yea thats racist

[@xArthurDSx]

How can i open the scout like this? 0:59

[@GeckoClever]

No HDMI? How would u even play a game on any screen? u need hdmi?

[@tqexplosion]

dvi maybe? :)

[@zanoxius8499]

+Gecko vga or dvi? duuh

[@devilmikey00]

OF COURSE the white version is 10 dollars more even trying to imitate apples color scheme seems to absorb there penchant for overpricing things ;p

[@Thendlessilence]

Matching White Metals/Plastics is 10 times harder than doing it with black.

[@pseven21]

awesome video!!

[@crackfirecmh]

hey can it do both push pull however?

[@MrMeoow91]

they should update the sniper

[@jj10523]

Could you fit 2 770's in it?

[@WanguT]

99 for the black and 109 for the white? hehe i see where this is going....; D

[@a03dugga]

Wheres the I/O plate?

[@ZzNoM4MaDzZ]

No problem. :D

[@ariffurqon9097]

omg new video

[@TKChris1337]

Sorry i don't see the improvements from the original case.

[@kambojsbTech]

nice vid!

[@DARKarknar]

will a be quit dark rock pro 2 fit in the case

[@juliomendoza5358]

yes it will

[@TheJupiteL]

yes, I never understand that unbalanced price

[@PolishCthulhu]

How many ssds are supported?