NZXT H200i - The mini ITX Case With Everything!

[@tikuslaser]

Here's volume comparison between several ITX cases: SIZE - CASE 10.2L - Fractal Node 202 11.5L - Silverstone Sugo SG13B 12.6L - NCASE M1 15.1L - Cooler Master Elite 110 19.9L - Cooler Master Elite 130 19.9L - Cougar QBX 21.9L - Phanteks Enthoo Evolv Shift 22.7L - Thermaltake Core V1 22.9L - Thermaltake Suppressor F1 26.1L - NZXT H200I 26.8L - Fractal Define Nano S 28.1L - Corsair Obsidian 250D 34.1L - Phanteks Enthoo Evolv ITX 46.8L - NZXT Manta

[@zhsome8039]

where's nr200p

[@augustcelineiii946]

That front IO connector that combines them all is amazing! Why don't all case manufacturers do that? It's basically taking away one of the most intimidating parts of the build for a rookie!

[@Tanzu15]

August Celine III exactly!

[@Moejoe647]

August Celine III Because not all motherboards have used the same arrangement in the past. And some niche boards, like for example from Supermicro (for NAS builds) still don't follow this "standard", making the entire connector unusable.

[@wawagabriel]

I like it separate as i don't want to connect the power or drive LEDs :)

[@theeverydayadventurer]

I wish itx components weren't more expensive than standard atx :/

[@dogboy0912]

It's mainly the power supply. Sfx can get quite expensive especially if you get an sfx-L. Not only sfx having a premium to begin with, a lot of itx cases nearly require semi or modular PSUs. You're looking at ~$90 just for a psu that fits and is relatively quiet. Cases are also more unique and maybe you want certain dimensions and the only cases for that cost $80+. Motherboards are generally more expensive for less features, but at least for kaby and Skylake there is the used market.

[@dogboy0912]

Yeah. I'm just saying sfx have the largest premium over normal sized components compared to everything else in an itx build.

[@misscatpiss]

@@username8644 that's pretty overkill lol

[@misscatpiss]

@@username8644 what kind of build will use that much wattage

[@misscatpiss]

@@username8644 also how much do you spend on your builds?

[@DawidDoesTechStuff]

I wish I had Itx cases just showing up at my door. To be fair I would need an itx system to go with it.

[@TylerSL92]

get a job

[@DawidDoesTechStuff]

Tyler Loyd Hahaha!! I didn't think of that.

[@shivangswain]

Username checks out

[@zhichengluo6536]

H200o

[@adrianhartanto159]

If anyone is having a problem with only have one usb header you can combine the smart hub usb plug with the AIO plug, not a lot of people know this but a standard usb header can support 2 devices most usb plugs only use one of em not the other

[@RedVioletVODs]

if NZXT makes a CPU cooler that utilizes the USB header, why not try to make a system to allow you to plug in the NZXT specific cooler into the smart hub controller? it'll control fans and LED lighting, it makes sense to me

[@tertuna9816]

Exactly!

[@jackduk]

There is simply no other channel that goes into this much depth on such a wide array of hardware. Bravo!

[@HardwareCanucks]

+Jack Donbavand thanks 😎🙏

[@PaulSebastianM]

Your cinematography is better than ever! Congratulations!

[@PowBamZing]

For those of you not liking the price of this case, the Riotoro CR280 has a very similar look and feel but with less premium features and sits around $45. Just placed a build in it myself for a friend and it worked brilliantly!

[@ToxicChillz]

Not sure why but I love the rolling thumbscrew edit 🤣

[@HardwareCanucks]

+Toxic Chillz ✌️

[@kevinmoehring8259]

their editing is seriously top notch. so underrated.

[@ToxicChillz]

Kevin moehring I second that, every video is unique and different in some way

[@amshermansen]

We've all been there so many times :D

[@Max_Jacoby]

It would be much funnier if the screw rolled out of the apartment, down the stairs and on the street.

[@laurencewhitney4562]

People be complaining about the case. Can we just pause and appreciate Dimitry’s awesome video? 🤔 Good job again bro

[@fig4558]

I'm sick of the large ITX trend. It's a tiny form factor, and I wish more cases like the NCase M1 & Dancase A4 existed, rather than the comparatively massive Manta/Nano S/Evolv ITX.

[@hjy2187418]

yeah at this size you might just go matx instead

[@coffeejack7458]

I'm getting the Dan- a4 v2. Currently using the enthoo pro which is overkill for the level and size of the components i'm using.

[@dntthe88]

I think there are plenty of very small ITX cases out there. If you're going for as small as possible then the features on cases like this clearly aren't for you and as such most existing itx cases that are what you want don't need an update.

[@longnamedude3947]

If you want real ITX sized cases checkout the NFC Skyreach 4 Mini, that's a real ITX case

[@Lenticular67]

I've got the A4 v2 on order, and can't wait to build in it. For a special project I also backed the Louqe Ghost S1 which will be coming in afterwards.

[@ThorsonWiles]

Having just finished a build in a Cooler Master Elite 130, all I have to say is ... That thing is huge! Great video

[@Jimpolikan]

Finally my favorite itx case from my favorite youtube channel. THANK YOU!!

[@ryanspence5831]

haha you have the same name too

[@iGoValkyrie]

wtf ur shots since the start of the year are getting insane, even better than before!!

[@BeerBellyDK]

NZXT has a solution to your USB issues. They sell an internal USB hub. It's probably the most useful piece of kit that no one has ever hears of... :) It's almost mandetory actually. At least, it is for me. :) Rather than ditching the smart hub, i really wish it was sold separately, it would really save me some hassle, not to mention, a fair few wires. :)

[@sneakeyboard8305]

on top of the effin premium that was already paid for by having a "smart" hub? Nty. Don't tell me how to setup cooling profiles, NZXT. I'd insta-buy the 700i the moment the "smart," dumb features become optional and we all know they just don't wanna lose on the R&D it took to make it; don't justify it by implying we, the consumers, have to clean up after them and buy an extra accessory. At least there's competition though.

[@BeerBellyDK]

There's a couple reasons why i wouldn't want to control the fans through the motherboard. First of all, in my case, there's not enough headers. And yes, you could use splitters, but another problem is, MSI's software won't remember your custom settings after reboot. You have to tune and setup your fans through the uefi, if you want your custom curves to be permanently applied. That's just plain stupid. I wouldn't want to make dusins of reboots just to tune my fan curves. And so, the grid+, which just uses an internal USB header, allows me to control everything in the windows environment. Finally, reaching the motherboards fan headers on a super compact build, can be tricky busyness. Actually, i have to remove the CPU cooler to reach it. And that goes for both of my compact builds. Not something i would want to do, just to for example replace a case fan either. A separate solution is, as you can see, for me, a much better choice. And having both of the external units i happen to use, combined into one, would be a HUGE advantage. Again, i don't care one bit about the smart functions. You can manually tune everything after the smart hub has done it's own initial calibration. In other words, the smart function seems to be a one time deal, and afterwards, it's as dumb as a conventional grid+, allowing you to control everything manually if you wish, at least, from what i've seen. :) These are some of the challenges you will face if you go with a truly compact build. This right here in the video, is not really a compact case at all.

[@ethanblack9915]

My M-ITX mobo only has the CPU and 1 Case fan Header

[@JocPro]

I think it's easier than that... AFAIK each thing (fan hub and AiO controller) uses only one of the two available USB ports in the header. You can just re-pin the connector to use both in one header.

[@93ksj]

I was about to suggest this as well as I have used it in my Phanteks Evolv ITX build using the X52 cooler, but I wish they offered the case without the smart feature that would be awesome for consumer to save a few bucks in case they don’t need that

[@scottandersen2666]

That addition of the front IO connector being bundles into 1 connector is legit.

[@solara2966]

Shut up Dmitry, I love your intros. Always needed.

[@ZuluNull]

The biggest issue with this case seems to be the requirement of two USB 2 connectors, which is up to the consumer and MoBo manufacturers to compensate for. I personally think this is a great addition to a 2017 lineup of cases where mid towers are choked in the front by solid paneling. This one does too, but its nice to see some headroom. Probably my favorite looking ITX case to date.

[@macsgo2hell]

CMDR Sneek nzxt sells an internal usb 2.0/3.0 hub, which should’ve been including with the case given its price tag. But atleast there’s a solution for that

[@JackBandicootsBunker]

^THIS. I would even pay them to see a uber small case with the design of the Phantom (Phantom 60?)

[@dogboy0912]

I want to see more cases like the node 202 and Silverstone ml08. Maybe like a slightly taller case that could use 120mm fans

[@JocPro]

You can usually plug both to one header...

[@NamelessONEMail]

How does that even work ? I'd love to be able in about 6months time when I want to upgrade again to plug in multiple things into USB and for all of them to work properly since most of them all need some type of software ... I already have an NZXT Hue+ with 2 LED strips using my one and only USB 2.0 and I want to get EK RGB reservoir , RGB fans and yet another 2 LED strips that I can control separately ... how the hell do I do all of that at once ... So far the only thing I'm thinking is if I can get a motherboard with 2-3 RGB plugs and all of them can be controlled separately T_T"

[@silverplushie]

280’s CAN fit, you just have to do it like this Radiator - fans - case. TTL from OC3D TV demonstrates this in his showcase for this case.

[@givemeajackson]

you even had to do this in the s340 with a 280mm rad. old news with nzxt

[@UkzEnglishBullTerrierz]

wil a micro atx fit ?dimensions 9.6 in. x 9.6 in. (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) Micro-ATX Form Factor

[@loaderopp]

I just built in this case, They have changed the glass mount from 4 screws to push pins with 1 rear screw for transporting, My choice of board came with a splitter for USB.

[@jacobhannan6411]

That case is pretty much a fun sized NZXT S340. I love it.

[@blackbackLP]

These headers support 2 USB ports. The pump and the smarthub only use one each so you can remove the pins from one connector and insert them into the other one. I did that in my h700i and it works perfectly fine plus you are only using up one usb header and there is no need for an internal USB hub.

[@owaissiddqui6016]

The best case Reviewer ever.. You'll create another job in companies which will be Case Checker.. every company should hire you before going into production of any case..

[@greyhound4204]

actually gamersnexus does the most indept reviews of cases, their reviews can be boring but are crazy accurate

[@monkeyd6759]

Thanks to you guys I built a new system in my beautiful Meshify C. Thanks for the review of this case. Never leaving fractal design though.

[@monkeyd6759]

People say the glass is too dark but I love the tint because it shows the glorious RGB and hides the hideous stock cables.

[@iamkaioken]

Great editing as usual dude, always loved the polish of your work!

[@QuantumBraced]

Dmitri, the case does support 280mm AIOs, you just have to install the fans first and the radiator behind them. Not ideal for dust management, but it does fit.

[@sethpeters3403]

As a Phanteks Evolv Shift owner I actually like this case. I would like to see it made a little smaller by reducing power supply support to just SFX, however. I also agree that the smart hub should be taken out, and the price reduced to $90.

[@OTechnology]

Now its bugging me that it doesn't have an SFX only psu mount...

[@kosubauzvracam50aktivnihsu7]

Why?

[@greyhound4204]

because the case is unnecessary big...over 27 liters for an itx case is madness

[@ujiltromm7358]

To be fair if it couldn't fit an ATX PSU, it wouldn't fit a 240mm rad at the front.

[@greyhound4204]

+Captainyolo it s possible to build an atx case smaller than this itx... this itx makes no sense

[@dylanbaril951]

sure go ahead and build a atx case smaller than this. the case makes sense and so does the smart hub as long as youre planning on a all air cooled build like I am. its a beautiful and efficient and quite small case

[@ScarlettStunningSpace]

Planning on getting this case sometime in the future, now I'm looking forward to it

[@linuxstreamer8910]

me too

[@msrblonline]

motherboard usb headers are wired for 2 separate usb ports so it is possible to use one header for the aio and the smart hub. the inclusion of a splitter cable that makes it possible would have been nice tho. but yea, its like a 10 minute mod. other than that, nice review, as always. keep up the good work this year too! Cheers!

[@ajgantzer4760]

Please tell me you will be reviewing the H400i, one of (in my opinion) the first mainstream premium mATX enclosure.

[@En_Joshi-Godrez]

Phanteks has the Enthoo Evolv in a mATX version, but that's about it.

[@TheHeldgaard]

Define Mini C Tempered Glass is really nice too

[@drifter6870]

Feel like it's the same thing, but different size.

[@alaskanhybridgaming]

The first one in my opinion is the Corsair Obsidian 350D. But I respect your opinion

[@mdh.3421]

Just a heads up!!! Love the case, bought it after watching this video and a few others. Be warned that Corsair SF450 power supplies do not have long enough cables for this enclosure. I had to buy extensions, another video notes that SF power supplies provide better airflow for the GPU and I already had the SF450.

[@kaileeinatree]

Does it beat the Evolv Shift X from Phanteks?

[@danm2368]

in terms of looks and airflow...yeah.

[@Team974]

Kenni my shift had a bad riser and phanteks has not responded to me. Been 2 months. Nzxt has amazing quality and service.

[@GiwrgocUpside]

really? my front io audio jack had a problem( phanteks p400s tg ) , i send them an email , with telling them the problem also adding pics of the case and the receipt of the case and they replied in 3 days and shipped it in like a week to my home for free .. i call that perfect service :P

[@Team974]

RunOrDie's Productions can you tell me where you complained and email ? I literally have this build just sitting on my table in pieces as I gave up

[@brianzhang3746]

Yes, definitely. Normal shift far better.

[@caniget10ksubswithnovideos47]

I see young Chris pratt building a sick pc

[@timladen]

The rolling screw bit reminds me of those commercials with the Chef Boyardee can rolling to the kid's house, lol.

[@asdfg6h5g7h]

Man you’re a fucking genius...! I love all the creativity you put into your videos... love watching you....

[@rileyEJ257]

This channel always makes stunning, well made videos. Keep up this level of top quality!

[@HardwareCanucks]

+Riley we will ✌️ 2018 has a few exciting projects cooking!

[@calden74]

You can splice two USB peripherals into one header. It's what I had to do with my NZXT build. This has already been explained on other channels. You can also fit two 140mm Kraken X42's (yes, it's enough), I use one for the CPU and the other, GPU, though I recommend a Zotac 1080TI Mini if you do use a Kraken G12 GPU Hybrid kit. Not for the faint heart, shorten the AIO tubes.

[@Smaxzii]

Damn this case is near perfect, can already tell it should be in the case of the year video for 2018

[@justinzhou7875]

Why is this case so adorable?

[@iamthelaw69]

Having just built a ITX with a Corsair 250D myself, I have answer for you regarding the USB headers: USB header splitter. Splits a male USB header into two, works all the same.

[@moldoveanu8]

White case with black or silver accents instead of red would be IDEAL. SIze is perfect. But an option for 2x 3.5 HDD and 1x SSD would have been perfect to build a mini ITX workstation with RAID 1 storage.

[@TheHammemo]

You can get a hub for the usb header that makes it two headers if you want to use both things.

[@oscarmuhammad4072]

You can always connect to the motherboard USB port a standard USB cable outside the case and connect it to the Kraken in the event you run out of internal USB headers. I've done this twice for a Kraken X62 cooler and a Corsair RMX850i PSU.

[@cheongkentang8370]

Hi, anyone encounter when connecting smart device sata to psu sata, the cpu won't start at all?

[@MrLagzy]

For additional USB ports - NZXT has the Internal USB hub. Something that is very useful for this case. Though I'd really like if they would upgrade the NZXT manta - which is IMO one of the prettiest cases built today! Having a modular approach, where you can take out the whole rear part, and replace it with a second one where the rear fan is removed, for the possibility of a vertical GPU bracket in the middle - with enough clearance for great airflow. Also have the possibility to get a 2x3,5" drivebay next to the power supply. Getting this would be a clear buy for me for my next build!

[@xiaoliyao2722]

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[@nexaner7]

You actually can fit a 280 if you mount the fans first so the IO cables do not block the radiator.

[@jayraoanti-agency]

The case is good, except for the "smart features" that just inflate the price. But without the "smart" features it would be like every other case. If you want a good compact case the RVZ03B by Silverstone is a better option, if you don't care about the size the Rl06WS-PRO, and Fractal design R6 + Meshify C are better options (IMO).

[@Vincent79Vega]

And if you want a good case with better cooling options than the Silverstone and not as big as the Meshify C buy the H200i. Whats your point?

[@AFourEyedGeek]

Jay said the price, RVZ03B is cheaper.

[@PalikkaFilms]

but RVZ03B doesn't look as good

[@marcangelosajot8763]

There is NZXT H200 Without that smart thingy it cost 99$ dollars

[@TheAsh123210]

Hey Dmitri, you said that there was a single 2.0 usb header, but could have used the NZXT hub to extend more usb 2.0 connector ports, and allow you to have the lighting of the AIO. That's what I did with my computer atleast, cause my maximus board only had one connector; little bit more cost, but i would say it would be worth it to most people.

[@HardwareCanucks]

+Deagon yes it's a good alternative but costs extra :(

[@azza1946]

the nomadic thumb screws are real!!! "They see me rollin'.."

[@kimo4419]

Now my fav mini itx Case !!

[@Kjaywest]

love the reviews & the editing.

[@ParadoxdesignsOrg]

Love your camera work!

[@tiki3698]

10:03 video but no ads? True mlg

[@AarushAgarwal]

It did have a sponsored ad

[@enteruserdata4565]

4:04 chef boyardee flashbacks

[@MaxBaltzer]

Wooow, that's a really nice looking case!

[@acfastfab8953]

Hi Dmitry, I just bought this very good case after all the good reviews everywhere. But I hope you would have talked about the shamefull 3.5" HDD "slot" on this case. It is inacceptable on this kind of price range. It was really an afterthought. For people who plan to buy this case, you should know that the 3.5" emplacement is crap (just holes drilled in the bottom of the case) and that this slot and the front 2.5" kinda require alimentation cable that finish with the sata plug (and not cable that continue to a molex or another sata for exemple) because of the way the HDD or SSD are stuck against a flat surface. Also, my motherboard have all the connections (sata and 24pins) on the top, near the top fan. And its a real pain to shove everything in there while keeping the top fan. It's already a big itx case (which I don't mind), 5mm more in height would have been nice for me. So in the end i'm still kinda happy with the purchase because it looks cool, but I moved from a Bitfenix Prodigy and the H200i felt like a stepdown on many practical and construction levels. And I think that 130€ is an hard to swallow price for a non-aluminium case.

[@Slavolko]

That's pretty neat! I've got a modded Bitfenix Prodigy, but this looks like one of the best options I'd have if I wanted to change my chassis.

[@lukas_1874]

Camera tip: Polarizer filters make reflections less noticable on camera, it's magic... (I thought you probably want to consider buying one for the "shoot through the temperred glass" stuff)

[@acvn-hg9gy]

it does support the x62, just put the fans at the inside in a push configuration

[@adrianhartanto159]

just recently bought the H210i and got stuck with not being able to connect Kraken cooler and shelled out of nzxt usb internal hub but you don't really need it in the first place. The USB 2.0 header on your mobo is actually 2 USB header. all you have to do is remove the pins from one of the devices like the hub and insert it to usb header in the appropriate slots look up usb 2.0 header diagram and follow the color of the wires

[@omnymisa]

That is a very good looking small case.

[@Walhor]

That front panel connector NEEDS to be the new standard for 2018!

[@FrankJAlejo]

BEEN WAITING FOR THIS WOO! Gonna build my first custom pc in this case

[@dwaynestimpson5449]

Air coolers ftw!

[@falconrod1]

The white and black one looks so beautiful.

[@roryos]

Theoretically you could fit an NZXT internal USB hub inside there as well, hidden under the shroud perhaps, which would allow you to plug your AIO and the lighting/fan control unit in.

[@AdmiralKukichi]

really love how you review every darn case..keep it up ! :D

[@plattnum89]

I was so excited to see you guys finally reviewing this case, but the biggest question I had about it went unmentioned... How choked is the GPU going to be with that PSU shroud and cable cover? Sure, the shroud is perforated, but under that perforation is still a solid PSU, and a bunch of jumbled cables... and the cable cover lines up perfectly with the blower style card's intake, as seen in your build. So where does the air come from?

[@LundBrandon]

The x62 actually does fit

[@davidgutierrez1198]

It does support 280mm AIOs but only if the fans are installed first on the inside in a push configuration.

[@LiveOnCarnivore]

This is where Fractal Designs pump connectors on their celsius aio really shines😎

[@beerolifant2973]

Would've bought this in a heartbeat

[@QuantumBraced]

The cable management bar fills up the dead space inside the case nicely, but it also prevents a dual-fan setup on top. Not sure it's worth it. The Nano S is more functional at the same size.

[@1idd0kun]

I'm glad NZXT is taking airflow more seriously with this new line of cases. If only they weren't so expensive.

[@hendersonsobers396]

Love your case reviews man...good job. I'm looking to purchase one of these cases.

[@seollenda]

What a beautiful box..

[@Ender275]

I'm going with the h210. My current case is the razer antec cube and as much as I love it, it's huge and takes up way too much space. In addition I managed to get my hands on the 3080 FE and it is not being cooled properly due to mother board orientation (upside down forced by case). So this case looks like a significant upgrade and I already have the nzxt kraken x53 so this should be perfect for me.

[@namboozleUK]

Not to be confused with the H100i...

[@HardwareCanucks]

+namboozleUK lol true

[@saarachin]

spoil, but hope to see soon. :\

[@thealyngholm]

U can actually utilize the second usb on the motherboard by doing a bit of modding :) I've done that for myself

[@PSS395]

NZXT also sell internal USB hub, so you can buy one and get around the one usb restriction of your motherboard easily. Hope they integrated it into the chasis though.

[@BasicBraining]

I had the same problem with USB headers when building a similar setup in the Manta. NZXT's USB splitter didn't solve the problem, but a 2.0 to 3.0 header did. Of course, I couldn't use the front case USBs.

[@blackprince10]

fred 🌱 love this case

[@JeremyArchie]

If NZXT included their internal USB expansion hub in the package, it would certainly make for a killer deal. That hub is almost mandatory if you're building in this case.

[@HardwareCanucks]

+Jeremy Archie agreed 👍

[@abdulmuhaimin5274]

First Computer Case in 2018!

[@asterisk4424]

Nothing beats the NCase M1

[@SpacedAug]

Great video ! I was looking forward to this.

[@TheRiff2750]

Nice video mate. Quick question....Did you get the USB-C front IO connector working?

[@BILLYCHIEN22]

THE CAM and X52 both only use half the usb socket. You can combine the the CAM usb with Pump's USB into one plug. so you can control both

[@dntthe88]

I mean you could easily add the NZXT USB hub. I thing this case would be great for an air cooled build as it looks like itll support large heatsinks.

[@ArcticGamingTV]

We love these NZXT cases! Good review! We will be posting a nice builds in one of these soon :)

[@yashp97]

Damn Never Knew Chris Patt Loves PC & Stuff.

[@gdjaybee742]

This case is awesome. The only feature I wish of is removable or hiding carrying handles, so that would make this pc a portable; not that it is not since it is small already, just that handles would would make it a great feature. I game at my friend's house on his 75" 4k tv, and my left arm is not strong as it use to be due to a car accident, one hand carrying is always a great option. Right now i have a Raidmax Troy. In as much as it is a very useful case, its not as nice aesthetically as this nzxt.

[@jetcity7156]

very elegant case

[@karthenstark9613]

Beautiful explanation.👏

[@blubear1225]

I wish they would see an option for the case that didn't include a smart hub. Bringing the price down would help popularize the case quite a bit.

[@sebastiangehteuchnixan42]

7:35 is the other ram slot not usable because of the cooler ?

[@sebastiangehteuchnixan42]

I now know from someone else that its possible to fit two ram sticks...idk why he only has one insertet

[@milos4356]

thanks! I bought this case after watching your video :)

[@dominicl5862]

I love how itx cases are more expensive than the bigger ones.