$69 Extreme Value Phanteks Eclipse P400 - CES 2016

Phanteks drops one of the most feature‑packed cases under $70 that I’ve seen. The Eclipse P400 is priced at $69 USD (≈$687 CAD) and comes with a full steel construction, a basement, an RGB controller tucked under the front bezel, rubber grommets, SSD mounts, and a three‑speed fan controller that can drive up to six fans. The exterior is self‑explanatory: two USB 3.0 ports, a headphone jack, a microphone jack, a large window cut‑out on the left side, and thumb screws on the panels for easy removal. Inside the case, the basement is a grill‑style panel that lets you see through it, and the front panel has a removable hard‑drive bay that extends radiator support from 240 mm to 360 mm. Cooling is flexible: two fans can be mounted on the top (120 mm or 140 mm) and one 120 mm fan in the back, with dust filters on the top and a removable filter on the power supply rails. The front intakes have cable‑management cut‑outs, and the back has Velcro straps for cable routing. The P400 also offers a silent edition (P400S) with dust filters and sound‑dampening material on the inside panel, and a window that can be removed if you prefer a cleaner look. Overall, the case delivers a lot of value for its price, making it a solid choice for budget‑conscious builders who want a feature‑rich chassis.

Viewers praise the case’s affordability and feature set, noting the $69 price point and the inclusion of an RGB controller and dust filters. Many comments ask about the CAD conversion and the fan‑controller capabilities, while a few mention the case’s potential for a future build. Overall sentiment is positive, with several commenters expressing enthusiasm for the case’s design and asking for more reviews. The community also thanks Squarespace for the coverage and notes the case’s value for a budget build.

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