Awesome case with unique design. so many screw lol Do you have plan to compare c28 with c26 plus? I can't find any review about c26 plus. I like how is bigger than c26 but smaller than c28
Sorry for some reason this comment ended up in the "help for review" section. I haven't purchased C26 Plus nor C34 Pro due to obviously they're just plus sizes of the exisiting structure, far less interesting, BUT! From my perspective, both are excellenet cases if you're looking to fit more components or larger components but prefer staying within a certain height. For me, both case are too wide to be favoured (almost like the old 4:3 screens vs the new 16:9 screen ratios lol) just from a viewing perspective, but whenever I get a chance, yes, I'll get a hold of those 2 and review!
Hi, the C24 did not have RGB fans in there, the lighting was from TeamGroup‘s RGB memory. But C24 takes 80mm fans on top and 90/92mm fans in rear so any fan that size will work, as long as you can find RGB fans that size.
Yes, but barely. They're releasing a V2 line of C24 and C26 which revised the height of the motherboard mounts, which will support 135mm officially. My V1 and older cases works, but it hits the glass panel so I can't tighten the glass panel all the way down. If you happen to get a V1 C26, all you have to do is to have them cut a acrylic spacer panel(exact shape of the black masked section of the glass panel, which raises the glass panel as much as you'd like. After that, only sky is your limit...LOL
Oh wow, I didn't know there was a V2 on the way. Would you happen to know when it's going to release? I've always wanted to get a yellow C26, but I think I'm going to wait for the new one and pair it with the Silver Soul 135!
@@KevinCastro-qi3mn If you have the MM seller info, check with them directly. I'll ask them too. The lunar new year is coming up, so if they don't have it now, don't think they will have anything coming out until the end of Feb.
the C24 can handle 1x92mmx25mm fan in the rear, and up to 2x80x20fans at the top, if your motherboard doesn't have crazy heatsinks, then 25mm thick fans will work at the top too!
A standard mATX(244mm x 244mm) is a no go due to not enough height of the C24. C26 will support standard mATX just fine. So, unless your motherboard is 19x19 or 17x19(which I've seen MBs this size claims to be mATX), it won't fit in C24.
@@masterbamboo alright thanks! One more thing on the taobao they also mentioned 电源上方. My understanding is the top of the PSU, but any idea where it could be? 😅
@@waynelau3256 ha..no problem. Assuming the PSU is mounted exhaust up as usual, the 2x2.5 drives can be mounted with 2 screw onto the front panel, which when you look at it, the logo of the drive faces the glass panel and vented side panel. Only works well if you're using 2.5 SSDs. One other trick is using the magic tape ;) then you can mount it anywhere you want.
the issue with front mesh, is that exhaust fans are not powerful enough to properly pull the airflow though the case, and I never liked the idea in a smaller case to be honest.
@@dev9033 only time I had issue with PSU overheat with MM cases was the C28 with custom loop. With the SFX exhaust facing side panel, the air was pulled from the top fan, and hot air coming in from bottom radiator that it had caused the PSU not venting properly. Also had a lot of chat with asian DIY communities that had proclaims with PSU overheating issues those cases - and discovered some claims were purely marketing stunts from manufactures (including MM), and some were using under-rated SFX psu. Most importantly, the case and fans weren't properly configured.
@@masterbamboo thanks awesome, i want to build with C26 using m-itx mobo, now i feel comfort too buy the case from aliexpress cause not avaialble in my country
@@steved2882 Yes, I opt-ed for 8020 due to motherboard VRM heatsink and RAM over-height. If clearance allows, 8025 would work great. Bottom also works with 8025 or 90/9225, but I generally don't install.
The newer version has "air" front panel, which are slotted an ventted front panel. I recall it'll fit a 8025. You can install if needed. It does shorten the GPU support as well as making the PSU cable organization slightly more difficult, so keep that in mind.
I wish I could fit any 120mm or 240mm white liquid cooler on the top or rear in Mechanic Masters C24 but due to info from this video, it just seem impossible.
A 120mm radiator is possible with the mesh front panel and then mounting the PSU on the exhaust (above CPU). Some work and tweaks needed but it can be done, though not highly recommended. C26 in the other hand has a lot of options. (Checkout my custom loop pink C26 video)
@@masterbamboo Yeah, I was about to get a hand on c26 cuz it's very perfect but then I saw a video on reddit on how they customize their bag for c26 and it seem to kinda hard to put it in a backpack.
@@FudanshIKun Agreed, IMHO the only cases that fits in book bags nicely are the ones under 8 Liters. ZZAW A1P is my to-go for going out other than the laptop.
Hi, Its been a while, Would C26 fitable of 240mm radiater and matx with sfx psu? I've already decide to go with c26 and find a new bag instead lol, Thank you.
@@FudanshIKun for AIO 240s, it'll be pretty difficult to impossible; if you go with MiniITX motherboard, it can be done by mounting the radiator to the side panel. If you go with custom loop with GPU waterblock, it's possible.
@@masterbamboo If I plan to use mini Itx board in C26, will the 92x25mm rear and top fan have any problem with SS135 cooler because of the smaller motherboard size?
@@hanis1208 Generally it'll be just fine. But I can't say for all motherboards and RAMs (some rams has wider heatsinks etc.). If it doesn't fit, simply swap out for 80mm fans will do.
@@BronislawStark C24 only supports 8cm fans, while C26 will support 8cm. Also need to note 25mm 8cm fan may hit motherboard VRM heatsink, so 80x15 is the safest option.
Awesome! Was looking at this case as an option and now I have an idea regarding it due to this video.
awesome!
slick vid as always!
thank you!
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Awesome case with unique design. so many screw lol Do you have plan to compare c28 with c26 plus? I can't find any review about c26 plus. I like how is bigger than c26 but smaller than c28
Sorry for some reason this comment ended up in the "help for review" section.
I haven't purchased C26 Plus nor C34 Pro due to obviously they're just plus sizes of the exisiting structure, far less interesting, BUT! From my perspective, both are excellenet cases if you're looking to fit more components or larger components but prefer staying within a certain height.
For me, both case are too wide to be favoured (almost like the old 4:3 screens vs the new 16:9 screen ratios lol) just from a viewing perspective, but whenever I get a chance, yes, I'll get a hold of those 2 and review!
Thanks for the english dub and good video
thank you! : )
Great video, can you do a comparison between the c28 & c34?
Hi, C34 was done a long time ago, but didn't get to upload to RUclips. C28 is available but in Chinese. I'll try to do a new series.
What's the size for the RGB fans you put in the c24 build I'll like to know the size
Hi, the C24 did not have RGB fans in there, the lighting was from TeamGroup‘s RGB memory. But C24 takes 80mm fans on top and 90/92mm fans in rear so any fan that size will work, as long as you can find RGB fans that size.
Okay thanks for the reply
Fear of theft or travel damage nowadays
Very informative video!
So the Silver Soul 135 fits the C26? I thought the maximum clearance for it was 132mm.
Yes, but barely. They're releasing a V2 line of C24 and C26 which revised the height of the motherboard mounts, which will support 135mm officially. My V1 and older cases works, but it hits the glass panel so I can't tighten the glass panel all the way down.
If you happen to get a V1 C26, all you have to do is to have them cut a acrylic spacer panel(exact shape of the black masked section of the glass panel, which raises the glass panel as much as you'd like. After that, only sky is your limit...LOL
Oh wow, I didn't know there was a V2 on the way. Would you happen to know when it's going to release? I've always wanted to get a yellow C26, but I think I'm going to wait for the new one and pair it with the Silver Soul 135!
@@KevinCastro-qi3mn If you have the MM seller info, check with them directly. I'll ask them too. The lunar new year is coming up, so if they don't have it now, don't think they will have anything coming out until the end of Feb.
What are the fan configs of the C24 build? I'm planning to buy one but I have no idea what components to use
the C24 can handle 1x92mmx25mm fan in the rear, and up to 2x80x20fans at the top, if your motherboard doesn't have crazy heatsinks, then 25mm thick fans will work at the top too!
Nice video, do you have any information of where I can get the cases in Australia?
They are actually avaliable on Aliexpress.
can i use a micro atx motherboard on this case?
C26 yes, C24 not a chance.
If i use a picopsu, will a matax motherboard fit in this case?
A standard mATX(244mm x 244mm) is a no go due to not enough height of the C24. C26 will support standard mATX just fine.
So, unless your motherboard is 19x19 or 17x19(which I've seen MBs this size claims to be mATX), it won't fit in C24.
Hey do u know if c24 has space for 2.5" drive on the bottom if I install a 120mm fan? I think the taobao details didn't say anything about it
I highly doubt if you can still fit the 2.5" drive after a 120mm fan. But, a 80mm fan + 2.5" drive is possible.
@@masterbamboo alright thanks! One more thing on the taobao they also mentioned 电源上方. My understanding is the top of the PSU, but any idea where it could be? 😅
@@waynelau3256 ha..no problem. Assuming the PSU is mounted exhaust up as usual, the 2x2.5 drives can be mounted with 2 screw onto the front panel, which when you look at it, the logo of the drive faces the glass panel and vented side panel. Only works well if you're using 2.5 SSDs.
One other trick is using the magic tape ;) then you can mount it anywhere you want.
Will you happen to know if all the pink panels even at the bottom are removable? I was thinking to spray it in white to have an all white build.
Hi, yes, all aluminium panels are removable. The steel portion of the case are assembled as well, so mod however as you'd like.
@@masterbamboo you mean the internal frame of the case can also be disassembled?
@@suprimx3130 yes, the internal actually has 3-4 pieces that can be disassembled and not riveted like a lot of the cases.
i wanted to get the c26 then i saw the price, 600$ in my country's currency. Unaffordable for people in developing countries 😢
Understood. Individual shipping for overseas are killers.
@@masterbamboo i got the zzaw c2 instead after seeing your video, tq
@@skmfcc6868 I enjoyed building ZZAW C2 as well, it was a great case for air cooled light gaming PCs.
awesome, but why the psu fan get air from internal? why not front mesh?
the issue with front mesh, is that exhaust fans are not powerful enough to properly pull the airflow though the case, and I never liked the idea in a smaller case to be honest.
@@masterbambooany hot issue in psu? cause, the psu get air from hot cpu cooler
@@dev9033 only time I had issue with PSU overheat with MM cases was the C28 with custom loop. With the SFX exhaust facing side panel, the air was pulled from the top fan, and hot air coming in from bottom radiator that it had caused the PSU not venting properly.
Also had a lot of chat with asian DIY communities that had proclaims with PSU overheating issues those cases - and discovered some claims were purely marketing stunts from manufactures (including MM), and some were using under-rated SFX psu. Most importantly, the case and fans weren't properly configured.
@@masterbamboo thanks awesome, i want to build with C26 using m-itx mobo, now i feel comfort too buy the case from aliexpress cause not avaialble in my country
@@dev9033 gotcha. C26 works very well with mid-range hardware, try not to stuff high end hardware into it.
what size case fans do you use for the c24?
8020 fans on top, 8025 at rear.
@@masterbamboo Awesome, thanks. I assume 2x8020 can fit on the bottom as well?
@@steved2882 Yes, I opt-ed for 8020 due to motherboard VRM heatsink and RAM over-height. If clearance allows, 8025 would work great. Bottom also works with 8025 or 90/9225, but I generally don't install.
The newer version has "air" front panel, which are slotted an ventted front panel.
I recall it'll fit a 8025. You can install if needed. It does shorten the GPU support as well as making the PSU cable organization slightly more difficult, so keep that in mind.
So C26 case can use mATX and 3 fans GPU?
C26 can fit a limited size 3 fan GPU as long as GPU is 310mm or shorter and 130mm or less in height. mATX is a go too.
Know where I can buy this case besides aliexpress?
Unlike ZZAW, I highly doubt there's any good overseas carrier/ressler for MM, so official aliexpress channel might be the best shot.
🤔 Do they come in black ?
Both C24 and C26 have black in color, matter fact, all C series from MM has black color options.
I wish I could fit any 120mm or 240mm white liquid cooler on the top or rear in Mechanic Masters C24 but due to info from this video, it just seem impossible.
A 120mm radiator is possible with the mesh front panel and then mounting the PSU on the exhaust (above CPU). Some work and tweaks needed but it can be done, though not highly recommended.
C26 in the other hand has a lot of options. (Checkout my custom loop pink C26 video)
@@masterbamboo Yeah, I was about to get a hand on c26 cuz it's very perfect but then I saw a video on reddit on how they customize their bag for c26 and it seem to kinda hard to put it in a backpack.
@@FudanshIKun Agreed, IMHO the only cases that fits in book bags nicely are the ones under 8 Liters. ZZAW A1P is my to-go for going out other than the laptop.
Hi, Its been a while, Would C26 fitable of 240mm radiater and matx with sfx psu? I've already decide to go with c26 and find a new bag instead lol, Thank you.
@@FudanshIKun for AIO 240s, it'll be pretty difficult to impossible; if you go with MiniITX motherboard, it can be done by mounting the radiator to the side panel. If you go with custom loop with GPU waterblock, it's possible.
can it be put in a backpack?
the backpacks will need to be custom made - if we're talking about a regular backpack, checkout my ZZAW A1P build.
What is the fan size used for top and rear fan for C26?
Hi, the C26 fans are CoolerMaster 92mm fans that's basically pulled off from N200 series.
@@masterbamboo Does the top and rear support 80mm fan or I should stick with 92mm?
@@hanis1208 The rear supports 92mm, for C24, top is better with 80, 92 for C26.
@@masterbamboo If I plan to use mini Itx board in C26, will the 92x25mm rear and top fan have any problem with SS135 cooler because of the smaller motherboard size?
@@hanis1208 Generally it'll be just fine. But I can't say for all motherboards and RAMs (some rams has wider heatsinks etc.). If it doesn't fit, simply swap out for 80mm fans will do.
2:38 those are 80x15 fan?
those are 80x20 fan. It can fit up to 25mm.
@@masterbamboo I see. Does the top and bottom can use 90mm fan?.
@@BronislawStark C24 only supports 8cm fans, while C26 will support 8cm. Also need to note 25mm 8cm fan may hit motherboard VRM heatsink, so 80x15 is the safest option.
atx power function is disappointing