If Apple made a PC case - Thor Zone NANOQ R

[@THORZONE]

Regarding the riser snag, we added a chamfer on the internal edge on the inside of the shell (located on the back just prior to the steel strips), since the original square edge was very sharp. This will reduce the riser issue significantly. Regarding GPU mount, the fix is actually a new aluminium bar that secures the top of the GPU bracket to the back panel, using 3 new screws in total. For the magnets, a stronger 3M tape will be used. The front column, as well as all other stainless steel parts will be nickel-plated, which will smooth out the rough surfaces (like for the Handles). Anyways, there are a lot of fixes, we will upload the whole pdf on our website tomorrow :)

[@georgemariatos-metaxas7780]

Respect for this one guys!!!

[@maegnificant]

Now add magnetic screws

[@Thaat1Guyy]

I love this.

[@devingoldsberry1641]

Epic design. More to come? 🤞

[@THORZONE]

@@maegnificant Speaking to our fasteners supplier about it now. It seems that magnetic screws are made from Carbon Steel instead of Stainless Steel like we use. Magnetic screws are actually cheaper than what we have on there now…so if that’s something you guys want then sure 👍

[@vorpled]

That Finnish joke was the best one for LTT in years.

[@JaniOllikainen]

Torille!

[@VetBodGaming]

The classic SFF experience. I hate this, why did I do this, I'm an idiot, It won't fit, now disassemble it again, I broke something, this isn't worth it...WHYYYYYYYY! Oh this looks awesome, I love this.

[@darryljack6612]

I have experience with SFF builds and I just finished a new SFF build. Yea this is the exact layout of thoughts. The only two you are missing are, before doing anything "I must hate myself to be doing this again." And after the build is finished "damn that was challenging, but fun. I kinda want to build another one."

[@YV-Wyvern]

Bearded Linus is back baby

[@Aquaboom123]

That's not Li-

[@PrograError]

@@Aquaboom123 if he say, he is then obviously he is... /s #LetHimCook

[@idkanymore3382]

And 200 pounds heavier!!!

[@o_q]

@@idkanymore3382 yeah the beard adds a few pounds

[@Imurai]

If Linus Impregnated Luke... Adam would be their daughter. This comment was sponsored by Slaanesh

[@rachmanfachri]

I love that Adam has this combination of dad vibes with feral dog energy (in a good way)

[@kopkiwi08]

Dudes great energy to watch. Fast becoming one of the favs

[@mypdf]

Wish there were more aluminium cases like this. Looks great!

[@5Stringslinger]

So your're telling me, you can spend 250€ for the open case version, which means 8 metal poles, you can screw your hardware in? I know, R&D is a factor, but jeeeezzzz!

[@tronique5736]

Stainless steel screws are not very magnetic, and are not as strong, when compared to regular steel. They are also a lot more expensive. The only upside is corrosion resistance, which doesn't matter at all in a pc case. It's quite annoying when electronics use stainless steel hardware, especially when it is done to be "high end."

[@Nandrith]

Just like with "regular" steel, there are a lot of different types of stainless steel, some of them extremely strong, so I wouldn't be so sure that those screws are weaker than "normal" ones. However, I do agree that using stainless steel in this case is unnecessary, especially when they are coated/painted anyway.

[@tronique5736]

@@Nandrith The most common grades for stainless hardware are 18-8 and 304/316. They are certainly better in terms of strength than low grade plain steel hardware, but not as good as high strength steel hardware. You really only want to use stainless for corrosion resistance, since similar strength and finish can be had much more cheaply otherwise.

[@szurketaltos2693]

Pretty sure regular PC screws are made out of the cheapest possible steel, not something like a tool steel. At least, the number of times I've had them strip suggests that... But I also don't buy premium cases. So the only things that really matter here are price and magnetism IMO.

[@EyesOfByes]

2:05 Speaking of Mac. They clearly were "inspired" by Apple's website colors and general design. To put it mildly :D

[@maxzett]

lmao true... that shit looks like some apple clone

[@sharkeys]

wow not wrong

[@4RILDIGITAL]

The Thor Zone Nano does look like a sweet piece of tech and it's great to see small form factor PCs really stretch the boundaries of engineering. However, it's rather worrying that high-end pricey cases have quality control issues.

[@TheBrokenEclipse]

God damn that joke at the end... *Chef's kiss*

[@whiteninja2006]

19:08 - Awesome Sleep T-shirt!

[@TheEquinoxeHD]

Very Apple indeed. Not great. Not terrible. Looks awesome. Very pricey.

[@Zero-oq1jk]

[ Mediocre! ] Immortan Joe

[@LordManhattan]

Looks fantastic, but I just checked, and If I go for the smaller S-model in Moonstone with handles (white) (NANOQ-S), with the walnut front, and the Asetek AIO, it ends up at $540. But wait, we're not done yet. I've excluded taxes and customs duties (I'm in Northern Europe), which means 25% on top of the total price, which totales it to a ridiculous $675. NO.

[@hundredfireify]

Lol that's crazy. At this price, you could build a proper budget gaming computer

[@riva2003]

What tariffs? Didn't he say in the video it's a Swedish company?

[@MaheerKibria]

This is definitely form before function I saw Jay build in it and I was like nope.

[@muddystick]

It's hard to find a sub 20l case that can fit a 4090. People that want a SFF beast will be more than happy to overlook that.

[@hundredfireify]

​@@muddystick at this price, you can buy multiple Dan A4s or C4s. Heck, at this price (+taxes and needed accessories), you can build yourself an entire budget gaming PC in a MFF. SFF community might be unreasonable sometimes, but they aren't dumb

[@muddystick]

@hundredfireify this can fit a bigger GPU (4 slot up to 378mm) than A4 or C4 (3 slot up to 339mm, and 3.9 slot up to 334mm, respectivly), this opens up the GPU choices beyond FE, Ventus or other "small" 4090 GPUs.

[@emiel255]

The case can hold the biggest 4090s and a 280mm aio that will be able to cool the best gaming cpus. With production only it also doesn’t matter that much. the GPU has got plenty of cooling due to the holes in the case and the cpu (especially when you get an AMD one) will also be able to be cooled properly

[@FluffyAnnoyed]

This is probably the best build case of this format, which was previously the FormD T1. This is 1 liter bigger but is easier to build in and fits more. They also made improvements based on that review. However Jay building something always makes me kinda cringe. When you see him complaining about it being wobbly by vertical standing, yet not having the rubber rings in the correct spot, or the gpu sagging while he has the case upside down.

[@timmy2pillows]

just preordered the nonoq r today. I appreciate thorzone listening to all the reviewers and fixing a lot of the issues for the production units that will go out to customers. I think the final product will be great. It already looks amazing. Price is high but I dont mind spending extra for something I really like the look of and I plan on reusing the case for many future builds.

[@Z4KIUS]

I'll never understand cases too narrow to cool down a decent CPU but also long enough to land a military plane on it

[@Ellbeasteo]

I love Adam's sense of humor, it's very sarcastic which borders on the line of condescention but it's not malicious. As for the case, it's a unique case 🤷🏻‍♂️ definitely form over function

[@dr_brewer]

The design may be Apple-influenced but that build experience was anything but.

[@SpencerN.C.]

Since the only Apple that ever needed to be built was the Apple-1, respecfully, I'll have to disagree.

[@Alex-zi1nb]

Jay and thorzone are getting this case in ship shape!

[@InosukeUchia]

Jay2Cents had the same issue with the riser cable it tears the cabler if ya not careful i would get this case but that issue scares me and they do have a revision 2 to fix the handles issue

[@madebylewis]

The whole "lift & slide a single piece off to expose the whole inside" is a compelling selling point - *if* components fit safely inside when putting it all back together...

[@ColinRowlands]

Quite retro in a way, go back 10+ years and that's how most cases were accessed, albeit just the top and sides rather than all four sides.

[@matthewlouk7239]

Everything I’ve seen about this case makes me happy I’ll never own one lol. Cool design but I think another manufacturer will come and do this better in every way

[@Dawelio]

The bars is clearly bulged due to the AIO being mounted at 13:25. That is most likely why it wasn't as smooth of getting the outer shell back on, nor off again, due to the bars where clearly bulging and causing friction.

[@Chew_bacca1138]

JTC had the same issue with the PCIE adaptor and putting the case back together.

[@Adroit1911]

I enjoy seeing people manufacturing awesome cases like this!! These people are awesome!!

[@carlwolf5923]

fwiw I got Thor Zone's original case, the Mjolnir, and I absolutely love it.

[@celestewilliams5681]

As a heads up, with psu's getting CPU or GPU-hot air, they seem to not like it as much. I've had some system shutdowns and at times have had to rotate the fan around

[@hmoham]

So that's both LTT and Jayz2Cent that ended up cutting into the PCI riser cable, hopefully they fix this before shipping to backers, otherwise it's a Class action suit waiting to happen.

[@BobzeMovie]

love how this came out 40 seconds ago and there's already a bunch of comments, none of us have seen it lol

[@mwaithephoto]

it’s because Jayztwocents did a video on it a few days ago and ran into the same issues. and the video comes out earlier for members of the channel

[@JG-ti7id]

@17:01 ouch, outta my price range lol, although definitely worth it! glhf fam! also, freaking AMAZING they are already fixing some issues. keeping fingers crossed!

[@iris4547]

praising a company for releasing an overpriced faulty product because they are fixing the issues? its usually best to work out the flaws before releasing the product.

[@SilverxXCrown]

If apple made a PC case, there wouldn't be parts falling off.

[@riva2003]

Oh really? Think again. What about iPhone 6 bending itself in pockets? Doesn't that count? Also, let's not forget this is a pissing contest between a multi-trillion company and a starter

[@lockevalentine997]

Really cool Idea, but that price is insane, even for SFF.

[@Cplayz08]

2:50 is so true 😂

[@scaree2496]

If apple made a case, you would not be able to install 3rd party hardware. And it would probably have 28 different screws.

[@bandito241]

2:58 nice segue. Got my like just because of that.

[@ChrisPaterson_]

I've to a Thor Zone Mjolnir. It is a good case, I use it in vertical orientation with their Borg addon. Some of these QC issues also impacted their first case, especially the magnets. Most of my magets fell of and required regluing multiple times. I've still get a couple that don't stick. Come to think of it, I also have their front addon with RGB which never worked it had a faulty connector. Hopefully they can improve on their last round of cases with this production run.

[@jfolz]

So the GPU just hangs on for dear life. No screws, just the slot. For _that_ price. Edit: Ah, so they just thought it's OK to send a pre-production unit with the sketchiest GPU mount ever to reviewers. Got it.

[@worldwar208]

missed out on using a sapphire nitro + 7900 xtx would it fit the way its designed would go great with this case

[@stilllife8]

Jay had the same issue with the riser cable.

[@G4MERtheGREY]

That shirt is giving me a-couch-that-my-parents-bought-in-1992 vibes

[@kindasa]

Not gonna lie, that extra post bit with addressing the issues, I couldnt stop looking at the gum in his mouth XD. Love the video though, I have been keeping tabs on these small form factor cases because I really want to do my next build in one.

[@hertgsesrht3499]

Yeah PSU can withstand heat but ones like cooler master ones are faulty. They always trigger full load even if you are done gaming and just using desktop.

[@Madpegasusmax]

soooo, we coming back to full acrilic tower cases , so my 90's one with the P4 HT will feel back at home and not a UV reacting museum biblot anymore :3

[@epluribusunum6622]

Lol I love building sff PCs watching someone else struggle is hilarious 🤣

[@axlpascual]

2:55 That segue is 🔥

[@JR-vv3io]

MR. Matt Lee has a nice build using this case.

[@steff4712]

Glad to see they are putting in the effort to update it, now i kind of want it despite the price tag, can i just have this one 😂😂😂

[@MarcusMeece]

Good job bud love the video

[@kaede15]

370 Euros for a freaking case?!?! These mini-itx case's prices are out of control. I bought a 21.9L SAMA M01 from Newegg for 65 bucks and it's m-ATX. When it comes to dimensions 22L and 16L is bearely noticeable. And the 300+ dollars I saved, I put it on GPU. IMO these cases are a total scam!

[@petemc4190]

OMG Adam that is the SICKEST Sleep T-shirt of all time!!

[@Okand2]

The best thing about that RGB is that it is optional.

[@mikewifak]

Rockin the Sleep shirt. REPRESENT WEEDIANS

[@WencelPlays]

5:20 he forgot to promote his ltt screw driver

[@SyntheticFuture]

5:19 "but if you don't..." Missed opportunity to plug LTT store though 👀 Linus will not be happy!

[@ZacUAX]

Cool as hell, but the price made me laugh out loud. Nearly 400 bones for a case? Better make me breakfast for that price.

[@NithinJune]

honestly that price seems reasonable for the product

[@mikeyhope7577]

As cool as they look I’ll never buy a sfx case to avoid the rage from building in it.

[@LiamDilley]

I think they just made it too tight on the margins. They can afford to add a few mill here and there just to give things enough wiggle room and breathing room.

[@haikaIhalim]

2:57 they really had us in the first two second ngl

[@RandomGuyNo3]

best sponsor segway yet!

[@Porsche924S]

Very very entertaining review!!!

[@Dj-Mccullough]

This is a great little case, I think i might pick one up for a media-center since it looks like it might do decently with passive cooling. The title of this video is a bit off i think, If Apple made Pc cases, it would only ever fit One motherboard, machined to fit ONLY custom 2.1 slot thickness Gpu's that are no longer made, while requiring you to sign up for their web/cloud services just to make the power button work.

[@NordicMetal93]

Sick "Sleep" shirt, Adam!

[@kylehaughey3216]

The power cable is obstructed by the handle if you dont use a right angle one?

[@LOVER_LINK]

Speaking of fractal, why does the Terra have an upside down mobo setup?

[@chicken]

The design may be Apple influenced but that build experience was anything but

[@bobmat343]

I want an Adam plushie. Specifically in that dad shirt.

[@KennBautista-m3f]

formd t1 would be a good example since they are the first to make that ajustable spine

[@jronmantech]

Non ferrous screws..... I mean the LTT driver tips could have been designed from the beginning to accommodate better grip on these types of screws. Maybe the gen 2 bits will improve grip on non ferrous fasteners?

[@defenseman84]

Aww man. I wish you reviewed the smaller case with an air cooling setup.

[@marcoscoliveira6603]

I think its the third or fourth review of this case I see and no one bother to mention that it has no usb a/c ports in the front of near it. Did the world stopped using thumbdrivers and external ssds? I use them daily and reaching the back for it is a vibe killer

[@bandito241]

I like the gray color over the black.

[@Youdude2]

Is the S fits an AIO then what’s the point of getting the R?

[@ARCHONFella]

does it fit on a backpack?

[@fluphybunny930]

Expensive, form over function, Apple would be proud.

[@JR-vv3io]

My man just got out of bed and started the review.

[@amsneo]

Blue Chewing gum at the cutaway correction scene is a bit distracting IMO

[@godlikemike666]

Lol came here to say this, cheapened the shot for me.

[@bricolmane]

Eh, it was fine??

[@amsneo]

@@bricolmaneI didn’t say it wasn’t fine I just simply stated that it was distracting for me and I still think it doesn’t match the usual production quality of LMG specially as Linus has mentioned before in WAN show that he has an internal rule about things on camera that might be viewed as gross (nail biting , etc )

[@AnEverydayZombie]

Wish I could ever justify this much on a case but it does look really really good.

[@ZinoAmare]

I am curious about this case maybe with my new upgrade I will go with that.

[@Rmm1722]

Nice 👍

[@ptaf92]

I can’t stop thinking he’s gonna end up hunchback if he’s not careful with his posture 😢

[@SectorfiveYT]

This would be a great case if I were to build a Hackinthosh.

[@watercannonscollaboration2281]

I saw Jay build in it, and it does have problems, but this is still a sick case

[@sneps-ix2th]

adam with the sleep shirt i see you

[@amon_69]

the riser being sheered off should have been flagged hard in QC which makes me doubt they have had much of that. or if they only support a subset of ITX boards it should state so prominently on the outside packaging so you can match accordingly. also: if they milled the aluminium a little thinner they might not have that issue at all and save a ton of cost which would also make the case cheaper.

[@bluephreakr]

Something else Thor Zone missed' they called it the NANOQ, right? They could have had just the word "NANO" and the Q being a stylised ISO power symbol, but turned upside-down akin to the old Quake logo.

[@TheOmarTech]

This review has really put me off this case, I think the Fractal Terra is the safe bet

[@Zoyx]

No pink version?

[@Redline.Racing]

The way he rubs the case at the end

[@xokin156]

@12:49 .... man that hurts to watch how you bend the that AIO bracket....

[@auroraflash]

First itx build?

[@minecraftmaniac360]

Shush'ing the falling fan is excellent content

[@jostimantatarigan7657]

boy you really have to make Finnish-Swedish jokes in the end huh!! haha

[@twoeggcups]

That case is a shambles, nothing like anything Apple would build.

[@stilllife8]

Apple would also charge way more.

[@fuxseb]

I think that if Apple made a PC case, it would have no screws, no wires, bladeless fans permanenetly welded in, a motherboard fastened by rivets, and a nonreplaceable PSU which accepts only 69 volts, with an external adapter sold separately for $299. It would be a marvel of engineering decorated with elegant RGB lights which shine only bright annoying white, with a strobing effect while standby. Of course there should be a subscription-based option to configure the lights, for just $9.99/mo. Oh, and I almost forgot about an option to add wheels for $699, which is the only thing I'm not making up, because it's crazy enough already.

[@Lemmy_Kilturtle]

Love the Sleep shirt Adam

[@EdwardViaTomato]

I like it a lot, but would only get it if it went on sale... like to the degree the Loque Ghost did (which I kinda regret not getting, sometimes, maybe). On one hand, it seems like it'd make a very cool loop. On the other, it definitely seems like such a loop would require some custom work for mounting components, or more realistically, components with built in pumps. Definitely the higher end of planning/time/sourcing niche parts.

[@xaytana]

Something like the Alphacool Rise Flat D5 should be able to fit in the front of the case, or any other fan-footprint flat pump/res combo plates though I'm not sure what all exists on the market. The main issue you'd run into is lack of options for radiators, as SFF would better benefit from maximizing radiator area and minimizing reservoir volume; but the execution of this case would otherwise force you to chase high reservoir volume to compensate for lack of radiator options to extend pre-saturation duration, except the components that would be ideal don't really exist on the market. A lot of problems would be fixed if the case was modular in any way, and given that it's parallel chassis rails with an outer sleeve I'm surprised the company tunnel-visioned on one build layout with mild adaptability for how large GPU coolers are getting; so much more could be done with minimal investment, and at the cost of this case I'm disappointed that more build options don't exist- it's just two plates and a handful of bars, it's not that complicated to find better solutions based on the design methodology here.

[@randy-johnkostapapas9944]

Love the intro into he sponcer

[@jkbrbc]

Smooooth sponsor intro ❤