Raidmax Iceberg
| Case | Type | Size WxHxD | Weight | Cooling | 5.25” Bays | 3.5” Bays | I/O panel | Noise | Approx. Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raidmax Iceberg | ATX mid tower | 216 x 483 x 533 mm | 23 lbs | 4x 120mm, 1x 80mm | 4 | 6 | 2x USB, 1x 1394, HD Audio (on top) | 43 db | $150 |
Specifications
At $150, the Raidmax Iceberg is the second most expensive case in our roundup, so it has a lot to live up to. The case sports four 5 ¼” external bays and four 3 ½” internal bays. There are an additional two internal 5 ¼” bays that could also be used for internal hard drives, so the total number of internal 3 ½” bays is six.
The case has four 120mm fans, which provide a great deal of airflow. The I/O panel is located on the top of the case, and includes the typical two USB ports, a Firewire port and audio jacks. Because the Iceberg is a little more expensive than its competitors, the lack of an eSATA port is notable.
Unique Features
The best unique feature of the Iceberg is the side panels that are removed with two metal latches. Unlike the Sigma Unicorn, however, the motherboard is not mounted to the side panels.
The second notable feature is the Iceberg’s focus on cooling : with four internal 120mm fans as well as a single 80mm fan included, the Iceberg has tremendous airflow.
Appearance, Fit & Finish
The configuration of the Iceberg is, like the NZXT Tempest, reminiscent of the Antec nine-hundred. There are two large exhaust fans situated to blow air straight up and out of the top of the case, as well as an intake fan in front and an exhaust fan in the back.
As far as aesthetics are concerned, the Iceberg has a look all its own, with metallic cooling fins on the top and bright blue LEDs in all of the fans. If the chrome-highlight-on-black-look appeals to you, you’ll like the appearance of the Iceberg.
The Iceberg is made of lightweight metal and doesn’t use much plastic, if at all, but liberal use of aluminum keeps the case light. The case is sturdy and well made, and has a high quality feel to it.
User Experience
The Iceberg is a great case to work with : large, simple, light, and sturdy in construction. Raidmax opted for a higher quality tool-less solution : instead of plastic clips or rails, everything uses metal screws that you can install with your thumb — no need for a screwdriver.
The Iceberg’s four 120mm fans do create a lot of airflow, so this might be a good case for overclockers. However, it’s hard not to notice that the NZXT Tempest includes more fans at a lower cost. It would be easier to justify the price of the Iceberg if it had higher quality silent fans, but the case was one of the loudest in the roundup. Still, the all-metal construction does set it apart from cheaper offerings.
