Silverstone Raven RVZ01
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My review of the Ravern RVZ01 from Silverstone is here. It's also kinda an unboxing I guess. The compactness of this case is similar to the Asrock M8, but the key differences here are cost (less $$$), materials (plastic vs aluminum alloy), and cooling (dramatically better with potential for liquid cooling, even!) Sponsor link: linustechtips.com Pricing & availability: ncix.com Join our community forum: bit.ly twitter.com @LinusTech Intro Screen Music Credit: Adhesive Wombat -
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The video presents a detailed look at the SilverStone Raven RVZ01, a compact ITX case that Linus Tech Tips is evaluating with a pre-production unit. He begins by outlining the goal of testing a very small gaming chassis that can still house a capable system, comparing its price, materials, and cooling potential to other mini builds. Accessories are opened on camera, including magnetic dust filters, PCI bracket, a GPU support brace, and feet options for horizontal or vertical orientation. Linus demonstrates the case’s design philosophy, such as positive pressure with filtered intakes to reduce dust ingress, and explains how the case can accommodate different configurations through a flexible PSU layout and modular drive bays. He also notes the unique possibilities like a PCI Express riser to fit a full-height GPU in a compact form factor and even the potential for liquid cooling with mounting points for a DDC pump, highlighting SilverStone’s forward-looking approach to small form factor builds.
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Questions answered
- What cooling options does the Raven RVZ01 offer for a high-end GPU and CPU in a compact form factor?
- The Raven RVZ01 can accommodate liquid cooling with a dual radiator configuration, providing mounting points for a DDC pump, which allows cooling the CPU and GPU in a tight space.
- How does the build demonstrate cable management and space usage inside the RVZ01?
- The video shows careful cable routing with the power supply located at the front, allowing cables to snake behind the case and around to the GPU and SSDs, keeping the CPU area clear and improving airflow.
- What makes the RVZ01 stand out compared to other small form factor cases according to the reviewer?
- It combines aggressive compactness with practical features like a PCIe riser for a sideways GPU, options for vertical or horizontal mounting, dust filtration with positive pressure, and potential for liquid cooling, all at a lower cost than some competing models.