NZXT H440 Quiet PC Case
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My review/unboxing of the NZXT H440 is out! I actually really like this case. A LOT. I've spent some more time with it during B-roll shooting and taking the system back apart and it's grown on me even more since this video was made. Discussion & Pricing: linustechtips.com Sponsor link: linustechtips.com Join our community forum: bit.ly twitter.com @LinusTech Intro Screen Music Credit: Mathias Harris - Feeling Positive Outtro Screen Music Credit: Approaching Nirvana - Sugar High youtube.com
The NZXT H440 Quiet PC Case review begins with an assessment of packaging and build quality, noting the compact box and standard foam protection. The presenter emphasizes the case’s quiet-oriented design and clean, classy aesthetic, praising the solid construction considering the price. He then tours the exterior, highlighting the minimalist front panel with a subtle NZXT logo and the side panel with a window that reveals the power supply concealment behind a stealthy cover. Throughout the exterior tour, the speaker comments on ventilation choices, front intake limits, and the dual 140 mm or three 120 mm fan configurations, underscoring the trade offs between silence and airflow. Opening the case, he praises the neoprene-like sound-dampening material and the thoughtful inclusion of retention screws for the side panel, then moves to the interior to discuss cable management and modular drive bays. He demonstrates the bottom PSU compartment, SSD mounts, and stealth cover removal, then notes the integrated rear light and the flexible fan mounting system designed to accommodate tall VRMs and varied radiator layouts. The review then shifts to internal hardware layout, including the i/o panel, the top-mounted access area, and the ability to reposition two 120 mm fans for optimal cooling. He demonstrates the 11-port fan power splitter and discusses its pros and cons, including the lack of built-in fan control, which would have helped with additional fans. A key takeaway is the case’s ability to support large radiators, with options for up to two triple radiators or a dual radiator setup, all while preserving a quiet operation level. The presenter builds a sample system using an H100i cooler, noting the effects of the top hard drive cage on radiator placement and the limit on drive bays when using certain configurations. He reflects on the balance between silence and expansion, suggesting that the H440 is ideal for a quiet high-performance build with multiple radiators, but with storage trade-offs. In closing, the reviewer encourages viewers to like, comment, and subscribe, while acknowledging that the YouTube comments can be less civically moderated than forum discussions. Overall, the video positions the NZXT H440 as a stylish, well-built chassis that excels in quiet operation and thoughtful design, with practical trade-offs in airflow, storage, and accessibility to certain modular components.
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Questions answered
- What cooling options does the NZXT H440 support without compromising its quiet design?
- The H440 supports up to two triple radiator configurations or a dual 140 mm / 280 mm radiator setup in the front, with additional 120 mm/140 mm fans in other positions, while emphasizing quiet operation through sound-dampening materials and careful airflow planning.
- Does the case provide built-in fan control for all fans?
- No, the built-in fan splitter is included and can power up to 11 fans, but there is no integrated fan speed control, so additional fans may run at full speed unless you add external control.
- What storage options are available in the NZXT H440?
- The case provides two 2.5 inch SSD mounts and two 2.5 inch drives behind a stealth cover, plus five 3.5 inch drive bays with rubber grommets for vibration isolation, totaling seven to eight 2.5 inch drives depending on configuration.