The Most Beloved ITX Case - FormD T1 Gaming PC Build

[@ghost-type]

I recently build in a FormD T1 V2.1. I used this to help walk me through the process. So well-paced and thorough.

[@johnhuh2409]

What cable specs did you use?

[@ghost-type]

@@johnhuh2409 24 pin - 160mm, EPS - 260mm, 12 pin - 300mm

[@ali09gaming58]

possible to fit strix 4090, aio cpu cooler and a normal sized atx psu all together or no ?

[@kri68sh36]

@@ali09gaming58 not the strix, only cards the same as 4090 fe or smaller

[@HonorEggs]

I love how you still explain how to insert parts just in case someone wants to use this build as their first pc and you still make it interesting with great camerawork and dialogue for people who already know what’s up

[@iikatinggangsengii2471]

turned out some are friends, used to be alot 'bronx'

[@devyn.johnston]

If you're looking to level up your streaming, content creation, and productivity, you should definitely check out the Loupedeck here! loupedeck.co/45oKX7S CORRECTION: Following the case instructions puts the radiator on the bottom and can shorten the lifespan of your pump. To fix this, you can flip case and put the feet on the “top” panel instead. Sorry for the oversight!

[@Vachan_notavailable]

this comment should be pinned!!!!

[@smokmnky]

I just built a full size 4090+7800x3d like 3mo ago but I i still watch every single one of these mini builds and think I should build one myself

[@suluxan3121]

Same bro, except k have a 4090 Aero so 90% of these small cases are incompatible with mine😭😭

[@clapforjesus2491]

Depending on the version of your card, you could absolutely put that hardware in the T1.

[@suluxan3121]

@@clapforjesus2491 the 4090 aero will not fit bro as far as I know

[@joebama22266]

I have a 4090 + 7800x3d in this case and it's amazing. Downsized from an 011d mini with 9 noctua fans and my temps barely went up😂

[@clapforjesus2491]

@@suluxan3121 Yeah probably not unfortunately. I have a 3080 FE in mine right now, and I know the 4090 FE fits just fine too, but some of those 3rd party cards are chunky bois.

[@wisec1474]

My friend, your videos are very good, educational and enjoyable, you are loved. My dream is to set up an itx system, but due to economic difficulties in my country, I could not collect it at all, but after watching your videos, I feel like I have collected it. Thank you, respect, love.

[@wolfgangdie]

Watching your builds is a pleasure, practically all the time the case is perfectly aligned in the scene both vertically and horizontally, so I get an idea of all the dedication you invest in each video. It's amazing!

[@smalldeekgeorge]

Nah... It's his OCD taking control over editing...

[@whitecrowuk575]

Nice detailed video. One remark though - if the pump is on CPU it should never be the highest point therefore radiator needs to be on top - you need to flip the case.

[@jeremy9505]

I’m interested to know why ?

[@whitecrowuk575]

@@jeremy9505 bubbles, air bubbles if pump is at the highest level bubbles can damage it in worst case in best you will have worse performance. In my case with Atmos 240 AIO it was 5C worse when radiator was at the bottom.

[@KeepUrClothesOn]

While true. I have a radiator that has the pump in it, and the cpu block is just that. Works no problem

[@whitecrowuk575]

@@KeepUrClothesOn hence i wrote if it’s in CPU. If in radiator then it’s bit more flexible but you still need to be careful for the pump alone not to be the highest point.

[@pokepokepoke64]

@@KeepUrClothesOnyea, we aren’t talking about that. That’s why those aios exist

[@sparkplugbarrens]

The shot of the "Apple line-up" looks amazing!

[@AD-ov5rt]

Why are you installing the radiator at the bottom of the case? That's a great way to prematurely kill the pump because the pump shouldn't be above the rad. The FormD T1 allows that configuration from the top. I really don't get that build decision.

[@Andrew-tl9gk]

In the video description he addressed this and said it was a mistake

[@MrRenaissance89]

I think I watched this video 10 times. It helped me a lot for my FormD T1 build. Very well made and detailed. Air cooling wasn't enough and I went with the Cooler Master MasterLiquid 240 Atmos, as recommended. Did exactly what Devyn said in the video. Many thanks for suggesting to buy a separate slim Arctic fan for the short screws. It would have been very difficult to make the whole think work without those short screws which are not that easy to come by.

[@onimashou8705]

Literally yesterday built a 7800X3D and a Powercolor 6800XT, I whole hardedly agree a tray to separate the screws would have been a godsend. Took me 4 hours to build. The darn thing would post, so I disassembled everything down to the cpu, reassembled everything and come to find out my DP cable wasn’t plugged into my monitor. But it was soo fulfilling coming from a Lian Li Evo to see everything crammed in this case so smoothly. Custom cables are a must. I ordered mine from pslate customs.

[@genevad4754]

this was an easy watch. your pacing, your explanations, everything is just done so well. thanks for keeping the video entertaining yet knowledgeable!

[@GodMcQueen]

*This will be my first ever PC build. Thank you.*

[@Yomet-nj1cf]

How was it, im thinking abt doing the same build.

[@itstim02]

@@Yomet-nj1cf Yea same here, but i'm trying to scroll through comments to see any answers about the power supply custom cables and none of them have custom cable specs listed. Honestly going to do more research before buying.

[@rlxip]

it’s really cool to see this case finally getting some more love. got my build in the v2, and it was well worth the wait and price.

[@clapforjesus2491]

Got my T1 V2 on the first batch. Current build is a 5800x3d, and a 3080 FE, but I will be building in this case for as long as I possibly can. Favorite case I've ever owned easily.

[@WenshengZHANG]

Really appreciate this video. This is exactly what I need before I start my first ever PC build and it’s a T1 😂

[@volteriaz]

I love the way the atmos looks when its in the case and on, sick vibes

[@kroganbaby6163]

Your cable management is just amazing.

[@Slay0rizzle]

Great build Devyn, it was a pleasure to watch this FormD T1 build. Looking forward to more epic videos!

[@ArunGg]

What a build man. Super clean and simple, very inspirational.

[@kingt7963]

I gotta say this video couldn't have come a moment sooner as I'm about to build an ITX build with these exact parts.

[@markdavies981]

Another excellent video. One of your best builds in my opinion. I love this case. It's similar to the Fractal Terra, but more flexible. I have the reference version of the T1, and I've been using it for the past year. The reference version is a very good solution for air cooling, as it has a lot more space for the CPU cooler. I prefer air cooling, but that's just me. The worst thing about this case I have experienced is the feet. I often move my PC from room to room, since it's so small. In so doing, and I am not heavy handed, two of the rubber feet have worn through to the metal underneath. So, if you slide it around too much like you do at 10:40 in the video, the feet will wear out. I just ordered some new feet from Ali Express lol.

[@adamhaziqsalleh]

Tight and clean build. I'm enjoying the stuffs you're doing man, keep it up !

[@dwhutto]

Wow great video, you knocked the build instructions out of the park! We're definitely going to be using the video as a reference for new users in the Discord. You covered a lot of small details that are easy to get caught on for this case. Great job!

[@devyn.johnston]

Thanks so much, I really appreciate that!

[@emiel255]

I really like your videos dude. They are very relaxing! Always a joy seeing a new video of yours pop up

[@firestar-kr5iw]

The T1 V2 is by far my favorite case. Sadly my itx motherboard died so I am not using it currently but I am planning on rebuilding in it this holiday season.

[@JaredHerdlevar]

I built almost exactly this build except I flipped the case so the radiator is on top. I also mounted the radiator to the bracket instead of the fans. This way I was able to mount 2 sllm fans exhausting on top of the radiator as well as a full size fan below the radiator just above the psu. Also use some of the remaining standoffs with the psu to give my FE gpu some breathing room

[@MISTER18DUMMY]

Anyone know what length 12vhpwr cable he used from moddiy?

[@michael_dauernheim]

love this case and now is on my radar for my next build

[@The_Igbo_Bull]

Can you please tell me the details for the custom cables you used? Im not sure which to order. Im using a 4090 Cable Style: Cable Length: PSU Model: Comb Color:

[@archibaldmelendez]

Hey Devyn, absolutely love your videos, so clear and well roduced :) Btw wondering if you could do a size comparison some day since you have so many ITX builds, I find that its hard to find side by side images for cases these days

[@devyn.johnston]

Yea, I like that idea. Was thinking about doing a vid on my favorite ITX cases this year. I'll have to make sure there are some good side by sides in it!

[@K.S.T.Channel]

​@@devyn.johnstonyes bro please compare all your itx builds so that we can get the idea of size and please compare it to a bagpack so that if anyone want to travel with them they can get the idea bro. Keep doing the best work .👍👍👌👌🤩🤗

[@Askelad13]

@@devyn.johnston please help me if I install 4080 rtx Founder, will everything fit like in your build? Ty ❤

[@richardfarmer6570]

Very nice build. I always wanted to do a build in the T1 just because the assembly process looks so enjoyable.

[@itsKEVO]

think im going to build my son this computer for christmas next lol

[@fili24]

finally an AMD card getting some love

[@sevaeron]

Great video! Why did you opt to put the radiator at the bottom? I know that's how the designer intended for the case to be oriented, but the majority of users just flip the case to prevent air getting stuck in the pump block, should be as simple as putting the panel with feet on the "top & flipping it over.

[@devyn.johnston]

Oh that’s a good point and great suggestion. An easy fix, I’ll definitely flip that around. Thanks!

[@z4k1_zaki65]

Since the case has simetrical screws and panels, you can easily swap and rotate it around!

[@emiel255]

I now rarely see people putting their radiators at the bottom nowadays in their videos ever since that Gamers Nexus video hahah. He has definitely made an impact

[@shinythings7]

Yeah, this comment should be higher up. There are some videos from older visions of the T1 sandwich that show both with air cooling and aio's, having the top fans as exhaust is slightly better for thermals. That's why I am running in my T1 v1.1 rn.

[@ThicccJim]

Happy to see the 240 Atmos fits in position 3. I got a 4070 super but want to upgrade to the 5080 (whenever it comes out) and happy to see I won't need a new air cooler or AIO when that times come.

[@MuhammadMuawiayh]

Do the 4080 super fit

[@ericsonsierra]

HI there, Love the build! currently using this as my reference for my T1 build. Can you please help me on the custom cables needed for a 4090 FE build with intel 14th gen? Where to buy and what length specs do i need for the cables :)

[@EverythingisFire]

Check out the subreddit for FormD. There's a FAQ with some recommended cable lengths. Cablemod & ModDIY are popular choices. I bought a pre-made pack from ModDIY where they came up with shorter cables lengths. They're unsleeves so they're very flexible.

[@BSA0]

Hi Devyn. What cable lenghts would you recommend for a build simular to yours? Nice build :)

[@kuldipmaharjan]

i have same question. what cable length to pick for this particular config (same motherboard/case)

[@silwiyard]

What lengths did you get for the custom cables? Was it just the gpu cables or also the motherboard? Your build inspired me to try to build my first pc.

[@meltahir]

Amazing! Can’t wait to see this with the 4090 FE on.✌🏾

[@baldertech]

your videos are AMAZING! also, you gained A TON of subscribers SO FAST

[@thebubking1810]

dang these videos keep getting better and better

[@alijahnoahtamayo276]

As Always a Pleasure watching your videos.

[@3167667]

I wish they could make one side power button, and the other an USB-C. Then give you the choice of which side to mount which. That'll give us at least one front IO USB

[@MikeBvideos12]

What were your measurements for the custom cables in your build? Great video !

[@Bxgbee]

Did you ever figure this out?

[@hammerhog22]

@DevynJohnston. Holy cow I just built in this case and thank you very much for your tutorial!!! It helped immensely, I got the V2.5 but it still helped me so much! Your 15 minute video took me 4 hours to build because I wanted to make sure it was right and I definitely did not want to do it again! Hahahaha Anywho, the only part I wish I would have done better was there is a whole in the GPU slot at the back of the case. I put it at the 3 slot GPU and I only have a 2 slot, in my head I figured what could go wrong, well let me tell you! I have a 1 slot whole on the back now hahahaha Anyway! I just want to thank you from the bottom of my heart because if it wasn’t for this video I would have been screwed as the visualization instructions are a little hard to read. You’re the best! 🎉 Also I highly recommend this case! It’s an absolute beauty!!

[@CristanMeijer]

Why not use an SFX-L PSU? If I look at 10:07, it looks like it would fit well.

[@ozielmelendez]

Brother I’m saving this video for my future build also new sub I hope you get way more subscriber man! Keep it coming chief

[@willyyboi]

MAN I WAS WAITING FOR YOU TO DO A VIDEO ON THIS LET’S GO

[@TheIndulgers]

This case puts the Terra and Meshroom to shame - literally better in every measurable way.

[@humanity_3]

Terra was designed copying the T1. Original Meshlicious (currently Meshroom) was designed by the guy who designed Formd T1

[@Luemsa]

Hi Devyn, amazing build as always, i was just wondering, are the fans set to exhaust or intake with the radiator?

[@tongoso]

Another epic build, another epic video, thanks!

[@crump696]

Ты прекрасен. Наконец-то люди будут покупать полноценные PC вместо ноутбуков. (они экономят место в жилище(лол))

[@gallahant]

Can you flip the orientation on this case? I do not like the pump being on top of the radiator.

[@EverythingisFire]

Yup. Just flip it.

[@sven3633]

Is the breakout box (9:47) included somewhere, or do you have to buy it separately? Where can I get this breakout box?

[@Swordgaming360]

Wow I might have to look into this, im looking into building an itx build soon

[@Gonzie6]

cases like this should always come with a handle

[@headlibrarian1996]

Are SF750s still in production? They seem very hard to get.

[@senaidbatalevic4333]

Great video and build. But good luck with the AIO pump in 3-5 months going bad. The air is going to be trapped at the highest point in the loop with the radiator at the bottom, and the air is going to rise to the pump. So the pump is going on air eventually. Steve from Gamers Nexus did a great video on that. Other than that a great video again. Keep up the good work.

[@devyn.johnston]

Yea, I mistakenly overlooked the idea of flipping the case and putting the feet on the "top". An easy fix and would be the ideal orientation for the AIO. I have the correction in my pinned comment and vid description.

[@dean5224]

So easy to follow thank you!

[@meltahir]

Please, can you make a video on fans and thermal optimisation for this build? 🙏🏾

[@GM_LEONG]

What are the custom cable lengths you used?

[@mundhireltahir]

What other slim fans come with screws? I can’t find them anywhere where I’m. 😢

[@c-a-a-r-l]

What length of 12vhpwr cable did you order from moddiy?

[@sebi5006]

This might be the best lookin PC case I've ever seen! Is this the 2.5 Silver or 2.1 E-White version? 🙏

[@danhiggsbeard]

would a 4090 FE work in this build with the AIO?

[@wilsongautama1688]

clean and awesome build dev. would you share the 7800x3d bios settings because mine runs 80c in all 2k games with this aio. thank :)

[@JamesTodd]

Im planning to build a productivity pc for work with a 13700k and 4060. Which one would have better thermals? Formd T1 or Lian li A4 H20?

[@sspringss2727]

What size length rad screws are used for slim fans...I know the regular sized are 30mm in length but what is the length for use with skin fans

[@wyatt5868]

So that logic u could use any 240mm rad with slim fans? Just flip the case over?

[@CriispDzn]

What fan grill did you use on the radiator fan?

[@nousmeta]

Is there the more small case with power supply and same design?

[@BurnShot226]

How did you get the Noctua fan to fit with the grille? Using the same cooler, fan and mobo combo, but the clearance is so low the fan grill gets pushed into the fan by the motherboard while the case is closed.

[@zpzp96]

Definitely the case I will be using for my desktop build. I don't know which color to go with though. There are so many variation of non-black colors and I would like to know how different those non-black colors are for this case. I kind of want something like Macbook Space Grey ish color possibly.

[@alihammad6883]

Would the 4090/4080 Founder edition fit the case with same AIO?

[@RandomStuff1T]

How much was this build?

[@litasf7713]

Hey devy, does the case come with the support for the 240mm radiator and fan or do I have to buy the essential pack with it?

[@Blacksadify]

Does this case have to have the AIO laid out on the bottom, or can you set it up to be inverted?

[@angusrc]

where can you mount a 2.5" SSD?

[@brentnora8128]

I have a problem; pcpartpicker doesn't have this case in it's builder database...

[@chiptoothtech4937]

LOVE YOUR CONTENT OF TECH AND PRESENTATION!! AWESOME!!! ^_^!!

[@JFlogerzi]

What on screen software are u using to display temps?

[@Liedral]

Does anyone know if the m.2 Samsung Pro990 with heatsink would fit on the back slot of this build?

[@A.H_610]

I hope of there is an air cooler build with the 4090 FE.

[@sefiros1716]

How do you deal with coil whine in this small form factor cases? I've already assemble my first AMD ITX build (7700x, 6600xt), but I was disappointed by clicking noise, especially loud in graphical applications (blender, games, etc).

[@Sent2Strike]

Does the aio increase gpu temps compared to air? Given the diminished exhaust?

[@devilspin6649]

Is there a way to buy a pre-built 4090 configuration with this case?

[@Chredi]

Did you ever have any problems with the asus rog strix b650e-i? People are talking a lot about coil whining e.g.

[@bieesama8605]

Just curious, why would he use 2 different fans on the radiator? Can i just use 2 of the p12 slim fan?

[@YoloVib3s]

Got a link for those shorter rad screws?

[@JBenge]

Is there a reason for using two different types of slim fans here or could you juts use two of the same fans?

[@RanenPo]

7:50 the stock SF750 cables are more than good enough in the FormD T1 - I'm running an air cooled build in triple slot mode and with some cable ties they are easily managed. If you think the SF750 cables are bad the ones from the EVGA GM line are FAR worse - horrendous cables.

[@harryhalfmoon]

Wow. What CPU, cooler and GPU are in that build? Not much room for cooling left and that with a 3 slot GPU. I'm guessing you have a pair of T30s on top, sucking at maximum capacity to keep that setup from throttling. I'm curious, so please share. I just finished my T1 build today, using an Atmos 240, and cabling was quite a challenge with stock Corsair cables. It turned out quite nice, but it took me many, many hours to get it right. I had to mount the PSU in alternative / 90 degree mode, to prevent the cables from clogging up the airflow of the T30 on the radiator. AIO tubes are very cramped in that setup, but it works, just barely.

[@Shulcyo]

I am literally looking to make same build in NR200P MAX case and with different MB. Looking at new AsRock B650I Lightning. Wonder if this CPU would have issue working on this MB

[@thedealer799]

Won't the pump pull air bubbles being at the highest point in the loop. Leading to early pump death. I went with the Dan a4 h20. 7800x3d + 4090 fe. 240 kraken aio. System has good thermals. And pump is lower then radiator.

[@devyn.johnston]

yea I didn't flip the case in the video. I have the correction in the pinned comment and description.

[@shusui9665]

does the ram run on expo 6000mhz? because the ram isnt on the asus b650ei suppprt list? or do you not run expo.

[@Frnk100]

long shot, but does anyone know what screws he's using on the 15mm fan?

[@graysonmiller5615]

Would this be able to fit the Windforce 4080 Super?

[@gravex]

can you add a SSD with heatsink on the back of the motherboard? or will it not fit

[@DEXTVHD]

Have you had no issues with the ASUS ROG Strix B650E-I?

[@OmniVisionElite]

Did you have any issues with the PCI riser cable?

[@EverythingisFire]

I've been hearing those issues semi-frequently. I bought a "LinkUp" cable ($75), just in case. I'm moving into this case from another & don't want to dissassemble/re-assemble a bunch of times if my rise cable is a dud.