Fractal Design Torrent RGB

Though the plastic portions of Fractal Design's Torrent RGB disappoint, this remains an excellent oversize tower PC case with generous airflow, a best-in-class building experience, and some of the quietest fans you’ll find.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
Fractal Design Torrent RGB 1

Product details

  • Open grille and 180 mm front fans optimized for maximum air intake
  • Newly developed 180 x 38 mm Dynamic X2 PWM or Prisma AL PWM ARGB fans (in the RGB version) leverage power, size, and thickness for massive air-moving capacity
  • Includes five PWM fans (three 140 mm and two 180 mm) for balancing performance, cooling and noise
  • New layout with expansive base intakes and extra-large bottom fan support offers exceptional GPU cooling
  • Optional front and bottom nylon filters included, allowing the user to prioritize between dust filtering or even higher airflow
  • Streamlined open interior provides plenty of breathing room for components and maximizes performance potential for both air and water cooling

PROS

+ Exceedingly easy to build inside
+ Effective use of rare top-mounted PSU
+ Premium stylish aesthetic, with two tempered-glass windows
+ Easy cable management
+ Excellent airflow, aided by silent aRGB fans
+ Supports oversize and E-ATX motherboards

CONS

- Front panel is flimsy plastic
- Feet and top panel are also plastic
- Price is high given chassis materials

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on September 03, 2021
Though the plastic portions of Fractal Design's Torrent RGB disappoint, this remains an excellent oversize tower PC case with generous airflow, a best-in-class building experience, and some of the quietest fans you’ll find.
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