IL NUOVO BELLISSIMO E CALDISSIMO PC DI LORENZO 🔥

Summary

Prodigeek upgrades Lorenzo’s PC by moving it into the Phanteks Evolv X5, focusing on its unusual compartment-based design and the trade-offs it creates.

Design and versions

• The case separates the motherboard, graphics card, and power supply into distinct-looking sections, with glass panels emphasizing the components. The presenters describe it as a striking, futuristic design that stands out from a conventional mid-tower.
• The video discusses Base, Plus, and Max versions. The Plus and Max include a preinstalled 360 mm AIO cooler, while the Max has a larger 6-inch IPS display. Prices mentioned are roughly €100 for the Base, €160 for the Plus, and €199 for the Max, though prices vary by retailer.
• The AIO’s tubing and cables are pre-routed, simplifying cooler installation. The display connects by USB and snaps into place.

Assembly and compatibility

• Building in the case requires removing several panels and the graphics-card section, rather than simply taking off one side panel.
• Space is tight. The presenters say a standard ATX motherboard can fit, but cable routing is difficult. They advise against E-ATX because wiring would likely be impractical.
• Graphics-card clearance is limited by the compartment. The video estimates 73 mm of room for card thickness in the configuration shown. The case also includes mounting points for a support bracket for particularly large cards.
• The rear fan assembly can be removed to access the back of the motherboard, such as when installing a CPU cooler.

Cooling and overall assessment

• Airflow is the main concern. The separated, mostly enclosed compartments make it difficult to establish airflow through the case, and the presenters expect it to run warmer and somewhat louder than a more conventional, well-ventilated case. They do not provide measured temperature or noise results.
• There is a magnetic filter for the rear intake fan and a filter beneath the power supply, but no filter for the radiator area.
• The presenters find the case visually distinctive and interesting for its price, particularly the versions with the AIO. Their verdict is that it is a style-focused, niche choice: attractive and unusual, but less practical and likely less performant than a conventional case. They recommend weighing appearance against airflow, noise, and ease of building.

The video also includes a brief sponsor segment about discounted Windows and Office licenses, separate from the case review.

Main speakers/source: The two presenters from the Prodigeek channel, demonstrating the build in Lorenzo’s PC.