Reviewing the Thermaltake Core P3 Pro. This is one of the nicest PC cases you can get!

[@jeffholstat378]

So I have this case and I absolutely love it. I want to address what he said about noise with this case. First of all it is open case so there is no sound deadening. From my experience swapping from a closed case to this, just simply swapping all hardware in the case actually was way quieter. My 240ml aio was quieter because it wasn't sucking and venting through a closed case. The air routing in and out through filters and mounting points makes like a vortex that actually increases sound. I then swapped to a 360ml custom loop for my cpu and I thought this is gonna be loud but it wasn't. I had the EVGA clc 240 and my 360ml custom loop is way less louder. Also with just swapping my original setup before upgrading to the custom loop my temps fell my 12c to 18c across the board on cpu and gpu. The open case setup of this case in itself drops temps so my gpu barely spins the fans even when in use now. So taking that into consideration as well if your into quiet pc you can lower fan rpm and still sit below the temps you would have in a closed case. I don't care about quiet so I just run mine on aggressive fan curves but in my experience this is still quieter than my old case on the aio or current custom loop. My next step is to run a second stand alone loop so I can water block my gpu, the only thing holding me back is the stock cooler on my gpu does so good it hasn't ran above 60c whether I'm gaming, video editing high end footage in davinci resolve studio or have it running at 100% load for 8 hours or more processing 3d drone mapping projects. But I just love the look and the case has plenty of room for it.

[@zerocal76]

hey man, just wanted to say thanks for commenting with detail about the noise, appreciate it 👍

[@PandemoniuM_123]

You're definitely right. A custom water loop (cpu AND gpu) will keep temps low anyway, and the open case does a lot too. Specially having no fans on a gpu makes a big difference bc those are the ones that usually are the loudest aka having to work the most. Then having good fans (noctua) on your radiators does the rest and you will have almost no noise at all.

[@Aggressive_Splooge]

Thanks for sharing. This will be my next case so I am excited!

[@michaelthompson9798]

Enjoy your new build my man 💪🥰🤯! Looks soooo sweet 🤤🫠! As an ITX builder, I wish this case came in a smaller form factor for more confined spaces 😪. It’s awesome to see over the pas couple years case manufacturers taking risks on new case designs and escaping the plain pc box or Lian Li 011D for consumers 🥳🎉

[@ECPUz]

A compact ITX version of this case would be pretty cool!

[@xv9vj]

Just one correction in your build - The GPU is too close to the tempered glass. Move it a little back. There is about an inch between the GPU and the glass panel thus the airflow is not optimal. It was a mistake i also did with my Core P5 TG. In fact, after watching your video, some years ago, it was you who convinced me to get that case. The instructions are fine. It takes a little creativity to build the case but you don't buy a designer case, unless youre not planning on modifications. I had to drill additional holes to mount my custom water loop. :D Cheers!

[@tuberoyful]

Creativity and nerves of STEEL LOL!!

[@gazm2k5]

Do you know if this case can fit 2 GPUs in? It seems like if you have to move it back from the tempered glass, it won't fit 2 GPUs in comfortably.

[@newls1]

just built 2 pc's in the core p5 v2 and its amazing. Such a great design and for a moderately advanced watercooling loop, couldnt ask for something better.

[@ECPUz]

Nice! Love the Core series.

[@Monty_The_Aegean_Cat]

Nowadays, building a PC is not less than an art. Good work.

[@e-leven7407]

thanks for the instructions, ill use them once i start to build mine, I've got it in black the white looks cool too!

[@WSS_the_OG]

I have the original P3, and while I like the Pro, nothing about it compels me to make the switch. I will consider it for a new, additional, build however. There are some interesting changes made to the Pro that, while they don't seem game changing, they add a little more flexibility.

[@leonardoalvarenga7572]

The Pro also seems to be bigger.

[@WSS_the_OG]

@@leonardoalvarenga7572 You're right in that the dimensions have changed according Thermaltake's site. Original P3: 512 x 333 x 470 mm. P3 Pro: 535 x 268 x 500 mm. Interestingly, the original seems wider, which may be slightly more accommodating to large GPUs like the 4090 compared with the P3 Pro.

[@napoleon-sk5oc]

I think it is the most beautiful case and should be in an art museum.

[@sandyw159_]

I got a Core P3 Pro because my next build will have the Arctic 420 AIO. The fan noise I can deal with. My current stream pc always has the fans running at full tilt anyways.

[@AndiMon64]

Wallmounting your PC is the biggest flex i can imagine

[@ECPUz]

haha for sure!

[@DaCocoBrova]

I've had the OG P# for years and it served me well. I've since upgraded my GPU, and due to the card's length, I had to mount the card upright, otherwise it would collide w/ the AIO CPU cooler. So once I changed the orientation, it was apparent that I lost access to the PCI-E slots due to the mounting brackets vertical orientation. Am I supposed to use PCI-E riser ribbons to bridge the gap?

[@TheCozzz]

I was sold on it, until you got the part of two less USB ports. Although addition of a USB-C, makes so i can't decide!

[@ECPUz]

I know what you mean. It needs more ports!!

[@mr.bigcheese1715]

Never knew glass could look so cool by itself

[@rafars2246]

Noise only under heavy loads, gaming whatever, but it will run way cooler which is more important. The case is amazing.

[@vitaminwater6235]

I’m all for working on this type of setup but man the way the screws came and how bad the instructions were. Yes it was like bad furniture. Looks nice but geez a pain in the ass

[@tuberoyful]

Got the Snow version with Tubes to i9 and 3070 Ti Blocked!

[@Xilent1]

Great video. Gave me confidence. Looks Dope ass hell. I'm liking the Black version and may do me a black build with light RGB. Whats wrong with using the USB 3.0 on the front? I mean, I'll make sure the MoBo has the other USBs I guess.

[@PDXCustomPCS]

Im curious. I have 3x 360mm Radiators. Would it be possible to buy another panel to add one to the front and top?

[@pupsaderpupin5627]

So my main question/concern with this case is, can you move it? I mean if you get a new place. I guess taking the entire thing apart would be the only option, it doesn't seem rigid or stable enough to move like you would a rectangular chassis.

[@ECPUz]

I moved with the original non-pro Core P3. It's actually quite strong and rigid. You definitely need to be careful with the glass though.

[@pupsaderpupin5627]

@@ECPUz Nice, thanks!

[@averageguitar8330]

Relaxing n chill. Good info brother

[@soran2290]

Why do they never show the back? where are the usb inputs

[@Andulvar]

Why get a round reservoir when you can go for a flat one from EKWB and save some space?

[@deanwinchester9009]

Build preference maybe?

[@Hoodratliker]

I keep hearing that the aio pump should be below the radiator but in every build using this case, I see it at the top. Does it matter?

[@sellera]

Great video, very explicative, so much better than the original from TT -- you got yourself a new subscriber! I noticed you said the P3 doesn't come with PCIEx riser cable - did you get yours from TT? which length are you using? gen 3 or gen 4? If not from TT, any brands you recommend? I live in Brazil and I can perfectly buy the case, but good riser cables are hard to find. Thank you in advance!

[@ECPUz]

Hey. I'm glad you liked the video! I'm using a 300mm Gen4 riser cable from LINKUP.

[@xsvrrx]

i just bought the normal p3 and i think the feet on that version is so much nicer. however i would love his fan trey so much,

[@phillipmbise23]

I've been eyeing the Core P6 for the last few months... The issue I've been worried about has to do with my motherboard covering the gromets of the case.i run an EVGA dark X570 which is an E-ATX motherboard... The whole point of upgrading from my current 5000D would be too have easier access to these side mounted power connectors. Does anybody know if this is even a legitimate issue? I don't see many differences between the core p3 pro and p6 tg

[@ReverKakos-bc1ez]

What’s the difference between the P3 Core pro TG and the P3 Core pro E-ATX? Are both mountable?

[@SC87Returns]

Hey ECPU, How is the Dust like this on the case, does dust build up more or less, Also often do you remove the dust?

[@nemesis2k99]

Thinking about 3d printing a white L bracket to hide the cable mess from the psu? what do you think good idea or bad?

[@ECPUz]

That sounds interesting. If you try it, let me know how it turns out. Would be cool to see!

[@nemesis2k99]

I did make one but can't share it. Won't let me post anything🤷‍♂️ making another one that can possibly anchor as support for a vertically mounted gpu. I'll upload the stl if I like the result. It does clean up the cables which is nice.

[@nemesis2k99]

@@ECPUz It turned out nice so posted it to maker world search for Core P3 TG pro psu cable cover NemesisXO

[@N3woise]

is the air blowing out in the front?

[@necavenue]

I might build a 3D workstation using this case.

[@pleiades4255]

I wonder the riser cable's size. Is it compatible with other brands? Will the 200mm product be compatible? Thanks for your video! I'll refer to it when I build it!

[@ECPUz]

I use a 300mm non-TT branded cable. It's by a company called LinkUP: amzn.to/3YT7CGR I like 300mm because it gives me extra room to work with. 200mm looks like it would fit, but you might need to move the GPU to one of the slots closer to the motherboard (I have mine furthest from the motherboard for airflow).

[@pleiades4255]

@@ECPUz thank you!!

[@xboxsk8]

Really nice build! Debating on getting 120mm fans vs 140mm in the P3 Pro front panel.

[@rafars2246]

The bigger the better, more airflow and less rpm hence less noise.

[@clintmurphy5436]

Which riser cable did you end up using?

[@mehaltandel7608]

Can give some dimension for this case due it not available in my country i Mack it at home 😔

[@jannmuller4414]

does this cable extension kit also come in white? what is its name?

[@volvot6rdesignawd702]

really nice case i have the p3 core with the curved TG glass .. problem is thermals ( i know right its open air ) but using a 7900xtx red devil a m-atx and the arctic freezer 2 420mm aio the junction temp of the GPU sat at 92c to 96c ( took the TG glass off 84c ) not sure even if ( which the older core p3 cant do ) having the fans blowing across the length of the case would help not to mention dust having the fans on the right angle just cakes the components in dust !! i love the idea of this case but its not really practical for anything less than custom loop !!

[@malcolmmacdougall]

I would build it as a normal air cooled PC case, just blast the air in from the side only... probably be ok, my case is open too, you just need to use a hair dryer every few months that's all............ i would use 3 x noctua 140mm and a noctua cooler too, leaving only the GPU that'll be noisy.

[@wszystkoinic3315]

What length should the riser cable be?

[@phillipmbise23]

The p6 is so much better looking! Why not the p6? And it has many more options for layout

[@sascenturion]

Hi ECPU just wondering how your liking the case after using it for a while? More specifically how's the noise levels? Thanks

[@ECPUz]

I'm a big fan of open air designs because it allows easy access to everything for messing around/tweaking. It's definitely noisy though because there's nothing to block the sound. It's also going to depend on your hardware configuration. A big GPU is gonna be noisy in an open air system for sure.

[@sascenturion]

@@ECPUz thanks for the reply 😀👍

[@xv9vj]

@@ECPUz I'd like to show you what i did to isolate the noise.

[@ryan8773]

can i order that front fan plate for my original p3 ? it looks like it would fit

[@mindmischief7519]

Is it possible to fit dual 3.5 slot gpu's in this case?

[@trycatchangler]

Any issues with the GPU being so close to the glass?

[@Jmab-rv7jc]

New to pc building, is it possible to replace those water cooled hose with hard glass tubes? Or will you have problem with circulation?

[@tuberoyful]

It's open cased, theres no headroom issues, I know because what you descibed is exactly my set up.

[@Betonoszlop]

The GPU kissing the glass is a Darwin-award solution

[@om3gius]

I have the original core p3 and I left my glass off due to this issue.

[@Betonoszlop]

@@om3gius this is not the only pc case that have venting issues, there is a cougar case with a went applied directly on a glass surface, although most likely for aesthetic purposes since its enhanced with led lights

[@prox4831]

Hello what is the thermaltake model of the riser for the gpu that you used?

[@ECPUz]

It's from a company called LINKUP. You can get them on Amazon.

[@keereshsathron7262]

The riser does not include with the case

[@vegarsol6048]

hey man just a quick question does the case come with the vertical mount i know i have to get the riser cable serperately

[@ECPUz]

Yes the vertical mounting plate comes with it

[@mayopismit1892]

Where can i get the extra Fan Barker? I live in germany?

[@mayopismit1892]

Braket

[@drunkhusband6257]

I thin kit should come pre-assembled, it's not that large.....

[@c.m.7037]

Do they have an ITX version?

[@hayallersehri7]

the problem is how can i put my capture card on it ? (pcle capture card )

[@kevinlee3185]

WHAT UP G, WHERE DID YOU GET THE MSI DIGITAL CPU COOLER @?

[@ECPUz]

You can get it on Amazon. It's the MEG S360

[@JRose-zn7iw]

My "O.G." Core P3 TG came with a Thermaltake riser cable, they're cheapin' out cuz the gen.4 cables are $$$$$.

[@ECPUz]

Yeah I remember the original coming with a cable. I upgraded it anyway, but at least there was something to get you up and running.

[@JRose-zn7iw]

@@ECPUz lol, same.

[@sshaun2012]

May I know which riser cable did you use? Tested a few. Don't seem to fit😢

[@OliverShaw1981]

Which power supply did you use

[@dzdz1524]

Hi, could you let us know if Thermaltake 420mm AIO (actual height is 456mm) would fit into the right niche?

[@ECPUz]

The cutout in the motherboard tray measures 470mm so it should fit.

[@dzdz1524]

@@ECPUz What about the frontal placement is it limited by the hose length only? Can P3 have a frontal 420mm AIO installed on it? Thanks.

[@historyteacher5821]

"You will need to purchase a separate PCIe riser cable to mount the GPU vertically." How about a recommendation/part number? The Thermaltake PCIE 4 riser is $90!

[@domlong8286]

Différence between p3 tg vs p3 tg pro? Was wondering ig a 4090 can fit in the snow edition

[@kurdotv769]

hey there, i recently build mine and the 4090 (got a gigabyte 4090 aero) fits in it easily. so no issues there. further im not familiar with the non-pro so cant say whats new.

[@mikv8]

4090 is a really short card. About 150mm. Put a waterblock on it and it would fit in any case.

[@tuberoyful]

@@kurdotv769 It's just more spacious than the non pro you can fit 2 160m fans in the front alone!

[@oof.rob1]

I have a same sort of case but my cat always goes in the pc😭. One time she almost got hit by a fan🫨.

[@kostykosty7886]

Hello Nice video Name cooler ?

[@opfreakx]

anyone know if you can invert this build?

[@cooldaddyslick6869]

The cooler should be tubes down.

[@onyxbear4961]

Hey man I’m debating to buy this, I’m just scared of how bad the dust will be inside the case?

[@xv9vj]

There is no dust built up in the case, because it's an open space. Since the other cases are closed, all the dust coming in from the front panel stays on your horizontal GPU or motherboard, or vents. There is a misconception that an open case like that would gather enormous amounts of dust but thats false. It's nothing like that.

[@tuberoyful]

@@xv9vj I'm in the pj's with a whole P3tgpro snow with a custom transparent acrylic loop inside! I'll be the judge of that soon! LOL!

[@alexdimitri9669]

Intake fans on open air case, why ???

[@alexdimitri9669]

@@GrindSultan In the box, fans make absolute sense, in open air "case" they move air in the room... :P (so basically no benefit whatsoever).

[@Lusitanean]

I would argue it will push the hot air out and replace it with cooler air. So it makes sense.

[@alexdimitri9669]

@@Lusitanean If you know anything about physics, hot air always goes up since it`s not CLOSED case hot air removes itself from components. That`s why you get lower temps in normal cases when u open the side panel...sure then it`s more prone to dust..but nothing is perfect!

[@Lusitanean]

@@alexdimitri9669 ok genius, my comment still is logical. Put 3 140 fans upfront and they will replace the hot air with cold one. That’s what I did with this case. It works as intended…

[@Diydigest]

Hi will the fan bracket fit the prior version?

[@ECPUz]

No because the cases are not the same size. The pro model is bigger. Plus the non-pro model doesn't have the same screw holes to secure it.

[@Diydigest]

@@ECPUz Thanks for letting me know. I will probably 3D print something for my older case that is similar. Thanks and great video!

[@OliverShaw1981]

Whuch riser cable did you use.

[@ECPUz]

amzn.to/3PhSeQN

[@someguy5035]

Forgot the biggest flaw of any open or clear case - they are dust magnets.

[@grillonic]

So, how's the airflow? xD

[@josephk6136]

That seems like a really bad place to put your GPU. There is such a thin gap between the class and it. Certainly it could get better temps by moving it one slot over?

[@t.el.]

Is a push-pull configuration possible?

[@ECPUz]

In the fan bracket, yes, but not in the motherboard tray unless you want to leave the back panel off.

[@Jimmyboi860]

How does dust affect this case build?

[@EVG_Channel]

I am looking to buy this exact case soon and was wondering the same.

[@Bisonintheforest]

like the video editing...

[@ECPUz]

Thanks!

[@Bisonintheforest]

@@ECPUz no prob dude

[@maxmeista]

Can anyone suggest a vertical extension GPU cable?

[@ECPUz]

I use LINKUP cables. You can get them on Amazon.

[@maxmeista]

@@ECPUz Awesome, thank you very much!

[@phantomslayer9714]

Is it still worth it bro ?

[@Somatom_Man]

I think the biggest difference was the front panel USB c.

[@astrowerm]

Are you still using this a year later?

[@ECPUz]

Yes I am.

[@astrowerm]

@ECPUz heck yeah, do you have an update video? Is there anything in particular you can't stand about it? Thank you for the reply btw!

[@ECPUz]

I haven't done an update video. The case is awesome for me because I mess around with my hardware a lot, and the open design makes it easy to get to everything. The downsides are the limited storage options, and cable routing can be restrictive in some spots.

[@astrowerm]

@ECPUz do bro thanks for the input! I'm thinking of getting one myself just as a case upgrade. I was worried at first you couldn't install fans until I saw that attachment, thankfully!

[@Archery_Passion]

Sold

[@bendjidrone8542]

is the PCI express extension supplied with the box?

[@ECPUz]

No. You have to yet your own.

[@bendjidrone8542]

@@ECPUz what size is enough? 300mm, 600mm? thank you very much :)

[@ECPUz]

300mm is plenty long enough for a case like this.

[@billy-_-bob]

i need this case

[@ehsan1298]

Can I mount the GPU on the spot where you installed the AIO fans?

[@malcolmmacdougall]

I would build it as a normal air cooled PC case, just blast the air in from the side only... probably be ok, my case is open too, you just need to use a hair dryer every few months to get rid of the dust that's all............ i would use 3 x noctua 140mm and a noctua cooler too, leaving only the GPU that'll be noisy.

[@AndrewDuncan-f5p]

its both open air and suffocates the gpu that in its self clearly tells any pc gamer all they need to know it was designed for looks and the functional factor came second like ooh yeah never mind which will affect the capabilities of your most expensive part in your system

[@jrose-xp6tf]

I've owned the P3 "OG." for a few years now, and no offense but that's not the cleanest routing my man, I don't have half the cables showing you do.

[@triggamanful]

I take it that small screen on the inside does not come with the case

[@MWcrazyhorse]

No USB port? Dealbreaker for sure. Any 50$ case has that standard.

[@MWcrazyhorse]

ah ok nvm 7:47 there it is.

[@Alfactors]

It looks like your graphics card is not seated It looks crooked in the video

[@napoleon-sk5oc]

I have the regular Pro and the stand looks like "Mickey's" feet

[@jonathanmarsh344]

Move your card back a few slots, it wants to breathe!

[@KillerPojo12]

built mine last week, bit of a bitch to build but gorgeous none the less !

[@sascenturion]

Sounds cool ... How is it for noise?

[@mazin1977]

Unfortunately, I was silly enough to buy this case based on the misleading claims by thermaltake including this reviewer. The case will not accept a 420 arctic liquid freezer II AIO in the front or top panels. It can only be installed in the side panel. Once installed there, it will block the front panel from accepting another AIO. Pretty design but garbage level engineering and misleading sales pitch too. Will never deal with thermaltake again

[@ECPUz]

Weird. I double checked the specs on TT's website and it does say 420mm is supported in the top and front. I wonder if it's an issue with the dimensions of the specific model you tried.

[@Displays.1234.]

Without a doubt the basic P 3 is far better..

[@demonprincess5634]

so like putting together a 3d printer

[@-opus]

More of a stand, than an actual case since it is open.

[@tuberoyful]

🤣

[@godnamedtay]

U put this thing together mad weird. Why wouldn’t u put the mobo on then AIO, followed by the rest of the case mounting? This makes no sense. Fail.

[@soulfulfool]

nah I dislike that open top...too much dirt go inside or in worst scenario some liquid

[@Smolpeepee]

Why even use a case at this point

[@EVG_Channel]

So your cat doesn't curl up on it?