14 DAY TRIAL // Even though there is a limit to how rapidly technology can advance, virtually all IT companies have to periodically refresh their product offers in order to keep consumer interest high. This situation is owed to end-users' tendency to be more receptive to newer products, even if capabilities are not exactly different or superior to those of its predecessors. NZXT seems to have no qualms about fueling this trend, however, especially when it gives it a chance to experiment with new designs.
This is exactly what has occurred with the Tempest EVO mid-tower chassis. NZXT unveiled this product back in November and has been scoring sales thanks to its various design optimizations that enhance both aesthetic value and air flow. The newer version of the chassis, dubbed the Tempest EVO Camo, is faithful to practically all these elements, with the only exception being the arctic camouflage paint job.
The mid-tower enclosure measures 211.5 x 521.5 x 562 mm and is constructed out of steel, which gives it a total weight of 11.2 kilograms. With support for ATX and smaller form-factor motherboards, it comes with three external 5.25-inch bays, eight internal 3.5-inch bays, seven expansion slots and a number of fans meant to optimize internal airflow. One 120mm spinner sits at the back, while two 140mm fans are placed on top. There is also a 120mm BLUE LED side panel spinner and two additional such air blowers on the front.
The Tempest EVO Camo also retains the front panel I/O options of the original. As such, it has a front audio output, as well as an eSATA port and USB connectors. As for consumers in need of even more serious cooling, the chassis boasts a pre-drilled motherboard panel, which improves cable routing, and four pre-drilled water-cooling holes. Finally, when it comes to pricing, the arctic feel warrants an extra $40 over the original model, which brings the price tag to $150.