Aerocool PGS Qx-2000 Cube Case Review

I’ve always been a fan of cube cases, especially being a gamer. I don’t want to have to carry my large tower case filled with components to local LAN parties. Cube cases make it much easier, and even if you are not a gamer they take up less space on your desk and usually look better than other cases. Today we will be looking at Aerocool’s first cube case, the Qx-2000. It features a very unique internal design, room for 2 optical drives, 3 hard drives, and a built in fan controller. Let’s take a look at the Qx-2000 and see if it’s the perfect case for your next LAN box build.

Special thanks to Aerocool for providing us with the PGS Qx-2000 Cube Case to review.

Features
– High performance “Cube” case for gamers and enthusiast – Supports Micro-ATX MBs.
– Solidly constructed chassis – 0.6mm SECC Japanese Steel.
– High-end Graphic card Support – Supports longer high-end VGA cards up to 300mm.
– High versatility – Supports 2 x 5 1/4″ devices (external), 1 x 3, 1/2″ device (external) – and 2 x 3 1/2″ HDDs (internal).
– Supports standard ATX PSU – 140mm prefer length but can support up to 160mm.
– Ease of Installation – Screw-less kits are provided for the 5 1/4″bays.
– Easy Access front I/O ports – 2 x USBs and Audio/Mic (AC 97+ HD Audio).
– Unique “Double Decker” chassis – isolates excessive heat producing components from the rest of the system. This unique structure also created more space inside the chassis to support high end components.
– Excellent Thermal Performance – install up to 1 x 12cm intake fan (included) and 3 x 8cm exhaust fans (optional).
– Fan controller with LED color switch – users has the option to set the fan speed to “Low”, “Medium” and “High”. Users also has the option – option to set the front 12cm LED fan to Blue LED or Red LED or switch off the LED light completely.

Specifications

Case Type Cube Tower
Material SECC 0.6mm
Motherboards Micro-ATX
Chassis Dimensions 240(H) x 300(W) x 391(D)
Drive Bays 2 x 5.25″ (External)  / 1 x 3.5″ (External)  / 2 x 3.5” (Hidden)
Expansion Slots 4 Slots
Max length space available for PCI slots 300 mm
I/O Ports 2 x USB2.0 / Mic & headphone (AC97 & HD audio)
PSU limitation Standard ATX PSU but recommending the depth no longer than 140mm and preferably Non-Modular connect type PSU.

Packaging
The Qx-2000 comes in a very attractive and colorful package. The Qx-2000 is part of Aerocool’s PGS line of cases. PGS stands for Performance Gaming System. On the side of the box there is a list of specifications.

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Opening up the box we can see the Qx-2000 is nicely protected by large pieces of Styrofoam and plastic.

Aerocool PGS Qx-2000 Cube Case

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