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Aspire X-plorer ATX case with clear sides

Wednesday, November 16th, 2005 | Computer Case Reviews, Reviews

The X-plorer is aimed at the mid-range custom computer case market. At around 60 dollars of so it lacks a few of the features of its more expensive brothers and sisters. It’s still a good case for the money, but as you will see it has a few issues that might stop it from becoming a true winner.

It’s basic features are…

• Standard ATX size
• 80mm fan at top and front included
• 5 fan speed controller
• Temperature display
• Good paint job

Of all the Aspire computer cases, this one disappoints a little in terms of things that needed to be thought about.

One of the most notable omissions in the lack of a simple guide to installation of parts. Seeing as the guide is aimed at the mid range, there is a good chance that someone who buys it is attempting their first case upgrade. You can find instructions on the Aspire website.

The case has been cleverly designed upon Intel’s Air Guide Design Guide. Intel basically specifies some things that need to be on a case to make it have good airflow.

Well the cases overall airflow is okay. There is space for 2 80mm fans at the front (not included) and space to upgrade the back 80mm fan to a 120mm.

The case still looks good and does do a good job in terms of styling. As with other Aspire computer cases it has a removable motherboard tray, making installation a snap.

So although the case might make it in the looks department, you are probably better off with one of their other cases, which are fantastic buys.