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Thermaltake Soprano DX Mid-Tower Case
Installation
There's almost no way to tidy the cables inside this case, so I'd probably pick the windowless version over the windowed on that basis alone. But the semi-transparent tool-free clips and drab interior design provide other good reasons to hide the inside of the case, too. Aside from the top bay's crowding problems, and the close-quarters aspect of this big-on-the-outside case, installing a computer wasn't annoying or frustrating. But it wasn't simpler than any other case, either. Quality Check There are aluminum versions of this case that probably aren't nearly as sturdy and, well, confident as this one. I'd pick the steel in every circumstance, as the good looks of the case are only matched by its stout construction. There are a couple of weak spots just the same, like the plastic latches and plastic lock, but they're insignificant, rarely-used features of the case. The door moves smoothly and has real weight behind it, and the frame is immovable. I couldn't find any sharp edges inside or out. Conclusion If you like this case, you have to decide if the pure good looks are enough. Because otherwise there's nothing. Nothing really bad, nothing super-great...gloss and black and curves are from what some cases are made. I can't shake the feeling that this isn't a $120 case. Maybe...maybea hundred-dollar case, if I loved it and couldn't get my greasy mitts off of it (for the whole world to know). It does have a couple of problems and nothing by way of innovation to pull it ahead. But I'd recommend the Thermaltake Soprano DX to anyone building a simple computer, with one or two hard drives (otherwise they'll get in the way of a video card), especially if this is the First DIY Computer. It's not special, though it doesn't have any mean surprises, and it absolutely draws attention. Pros Striking Simple Sturdy Cons A little cramped for an ATX case Uninventive Not long enough for an 8800GTX and the hard drives at the same time, despite what's written on the box.
Page 1: Introduction & First Looks
Page 2: Inside the case Page 3: Installation, Quality Check & Conclusion 
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