Cooler Master, a leading manufacturer of PC components and peripherals, has recently launched a new product in its MAX series of small form factor (SFF) PC cases. The Ncore 100 Max is a mini-ITX case that offers high performance, minimalist design, and easy installation. The Ncore 100 Max is aimed at enthusiasts, gamers, and creative professionals who want to build a powerful PC without compromising on space efficiency or cooling performance.
The Ncore 100 Max is a mini-ITX case that measures 155mm x 212mm x 481mm (normal mode) or 172mm x 212mm x 481mm (expansion mode) and has a volume of 15.8 liters or 17.5 liters respectively. The case features an anodized aluminum shell that gives it a sleek and premium look. The case also has a custom 120mm all-in-one (AIO) liquid cooling solution that supports both AMD AM4 and Intel LGA1700 sockets. The AIO cooler has a 38mm thick radiator and a custom Silencio fan that provides ultra-silent performance and total control over noise output and cooling performance.
What are the features of the Ncore 100 Max?
The Ncore 100 Max has several features that make it stand out from other SFF PC cases. Some of these features are:
- High-end GPU compatibility: The Ncore 100 Max supports high-performance, triple-slot GPUs up to 336mm in length and 140mm in height (normal mode) or 357mm in length and 180mm in height (expansion mode). The case also comes with four included 6+2 pin power cables and a vertical mount design for the GPU. The case also has a custom PCIe 4.0 riser cable that ensures maximum compatibility and performance with all graphics cards.
- Tailor-made power solution: The Ncore 100 Max comes with a Cooler Master V SFX Gold 850W ATX 3.0 power supply unit (PSU) that covers all the power needs of the PC. The PSU also has custom-length cables that are purposefully designed to fit the case and reduce cable clutter.
- Innovative extendable mechanism: The Ncore 100 Max has an extendable width from 155mm to 172mm that allows for four GPU slots and RTX 4090 compatibility (expansion mode) or three slots for a super-small form factor (normal mode). The extendable mechanism also enables easy installation and maintenance of the PC components.
- Easy installation: The Ncore 100 Max has pre-routed cables that ensure a smooth installation process. The case also has a single screw design that allows for quick access to the interior of the case. The case also has a removable dust filter on the side panels that can be easily cleaned.
How much does the Ncore 100 Max cost and where can I buy it?
The Ncore 100 Max is available in two variants: the dark grey Ncore 100 Max and the bronze Ncore 100 Max Bronze Edition. The Ncore 100 Max has a suggested retail price of $386.84, while the Ncore 100 Max Bronze Edition has a suggested retail price of $395.12. The Ncore 100 Max is available for purchase on Amazon and other online retailers. The Ncore 100 Max was also showcased at the CES 2024 event, where it received positive feedback from the attendees and the media.
