Introduction

NZXT was established in 2004 in Los Angeles, California. Now based in El Monte, California, NZXT designs computer cases for gamers. Their ultimate goal is to provide every gamer with a case they can identify with. By combining unique design with improved case performance, they hope to provide their users with quality cases that represent their individual styles and personalities.

Today, Mac Daddy will be taking a look at a case from their Crafted series - the NZXT Tempest. This case claims to be the "airflow king" with 6 fans including dual 120 mm intake fans, dual 140 mm exhaust fans as well as additional side and rear 120 mm fans.

The NZXT Tempest supports E-ATX which allows for greater compatibility with high-end components like larger graphics cards. Cable routing is pre-drilled so users can hide cables behind the motherboard tray, allowing for a cleaner appearance and improved airflow. The Tempest also features server-like HDD bays which use dual 120 mm fans to keep up to 8 hard drives cool. Here is a summary of its key features :

• Dual radiator ready: The NZXT Tempest is pre-drilled for mounting a dual 120mm radiator at the top of the chassis, currently compatible and tested with Swiftech MCR220, Asetek Dual radiator solution, and Thermaltake TMG2.
   
• Airflow King: Dual 120mm intake, Dual 140mm Exhaust with an additional side 120mm fan and rear 120mm fan all included.
   
• Maximize Expandability: E-ATX support allows more compatibility with high end components including large graphics cards
   
• Easier accessibility & cable management: Cable routing is pre-drilled on the motherboard so users can hide cables behind the motherboard tray, allowing more a cleaning look and better airflow. Power, E-SATA, USB and Reset buttons are mounted at the top to give better accessibility.
   
• Bottom mounted PSU: PSU mounting at the bottom allows for more security and separation of heat from the CPU
   
• Server-like HDD space: Dual 120mm fans cool cages that hold up to 8 HDDs allowing for large capacity systems while maintaining cool temperatures

Alright, let's take a look at the NZXT Tempest!

Packaging

The NZXT Tempest case came in a large cardboard box. Inside, you will not only find the Tempest case itself but also extra accessories like standoffs, screws as well as 3.5” to 5.25” adapters for optical and floppy drives. NZXT also included a smart PC speaker solution within a black utility bag.

Specifications

Here are the NZXT Tempest's specifications :

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