LIAN LI PC-B25F ALL ALUMINUM MID-TOWER COMPUTER CASE

[mark_k]

I like this case so much that I decided to give it it's own thread.

This has not been released yet But my research tells me it will be avaiale mid to late December.

Here is a very good review of this case:
http://www.tweaknews.net/reviews/lian_li_pc-b25f_aluminum_computer_case_review/

Here is another review added 11/30/2009
http://www.xsreviews.co.uk/reviews/cases/lian-li-pc-b25f/1/

Here is another very good review: added 12/09/2009
http://www.vortez.co.uk/contentteller/news_story/lian_li_pc_b25fb_kingmod_edition_review.html

Here is another review added 12/09/2009
http://www.fudzilla.com/content/view/16700/40/

I will be getting this side window for it also:
http://www.lian-li.com.tw/v2/en/product/product06.php?pr_index=424&cl_index=2&sc_index=29&ss_index=110&g=f

You Tube:
http://www.lian-li.com.tw/v2/en/product/product06.php?pr_index=424&cl_index=2&sc_index=29&ss_index=110&g=f

This is my current rig:
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/forum2.php?config=tomshardwareus.inc&cat=28&post=267358&page=1&p=1&sondage=0&owntopic=1&trash=0&trash_post=0&print=0&numreponse=0&quote_only=0&new=0&nojs=0


Regards,

Mark

 

[JohnnyLucky]

Looks like it might be available at amazon.com for $209.00.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B0013BNYLW/ref=asc_df_B0013BNYLW952253?ie=UTF8&condition=new&tag=priceg-mp292-20&creative=380345&creativeASIN=B0013BNYLW&linkCode=asm

 

[OvrClkr]

I don't see anything special about that case. Make sure you are aware that once you swap cases yor airflow rate will drop significantly =)

 

[mark_k]

Looks like it might be available at amazon.com for $209.00.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B0013BNYLW/ref=asc_df_B0013BNYLW952253?ie=UTF8&condition=new&tag=priceg-mp292-20&creative=380345&creativeASIN=B0013BNYLW&linkCode=asm

I saw that however, It's showing a picture of the older one not the "F" one.

 

[mark_k]

I don't see anything special about that case. Make sure you are aware that once you swap cases yor airflow rate will drop significantly =)

Did you actually read the review?

 

[JohnnyLucky]

^5 +1 what OvrClkr said.

Mark - I read the technical review and took a good look at the photos. That front bezel does not have adequate ventilation and severely restricts airflow. There's also no ventilation on the side panel. You would be better off with the Antec 900.

There are other Lian Li and Lancool cases with much better ventilation, airflow, and cooling.

 

[mark_k]

I have documented my tepms with the Antec 900.

I will post my temps with the same configuration once I find and buy this case.

Should be interesting.

Thanks guys,

Mark

 

[OvrClkr]

I would not trust that review 100%, as most info is accurate, it makes no sense that a case with dual 120mm front fans, a rear 120mm exhaust, a side 120mm and a bigger 200mm exhaust on top will have less airflow vs a case that lacks a proper front intake for maximum heat transfer. Don't get me wrong here, the Li is much more refined and made of better materials but it will not cool your components better than a 900.

Id rather buy me this and save me some money, maybe do a few mods and install some nice fans :

LIAN LI PC-61 USB Black Aluminum ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811112025&cm_re=lian_li_case-_-11-112-025-_-Product

 

[mills022]

This case was supposed to have been released in september, and it is not available anywhere as far as I can tell. It got good reviews and I like the looks of it, but I am sick of waiting for it. Is it really not coming untill december?! My new rig is never gonna get built at this rate...

 

[OvrClkr]

There are many other cases to choose from, specially with that budget =)

 

[mark_k]

There are many other cases to choose from, specially with that budget =)

I have posted on a Lian Li forum and I will let u know what I find out.

This is a thread dedicated to this case.
Thanks for contributing your valuable opinion.

 

[RIKHOLLIS]

I have posted on a Lian Li forum and I will let u know what I find out.

This is a thread dedicated to this case.
Thanks for contributing your valuable opinion.

I fell in love with this case the 1st time I saw it mentioned online, and read that review like it was a reciepe for coke cookies. There's just something about Lian Li's ability for marrying function with beautiful form... Of course I loved the look of that anniversary case they made a few years back that was inspired by the nautilus; the PC-777, so maybe I'm just bent?

Anyway, like you I'm eagerly awaiting availability.

 

[Khamo]

No, it is beautifull case. i can see the restrictive intake up front as the side vents are small. I have PC A-10 with similar front and one factory fan. I added another via 3 drive slots and its fine.

 

[mark_k]

It's finally released!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811112248

 

[OvrClkr]

I wish I saw what you see....

 

[mark_k]

Now I just need this side window:
http://www.lian-li.com/v2/en/product/product06.php?pr_index=424&cl_index=2&sc_index=29&ss_index=110&g=f

Anyone know where I can get this?

 

[EXT64]

I'd suggest contacting Lian Li, as most places do not stock accessories for cases. Normally it is easiest to get things like that straight from the source.

 

[RIKHOLLIS]

I wish I saw what you see....

Granted that 'Beauty is in the eye of the beholder'; but take a look here...

http://www.lian-li.com.tw/v2/en/product/product06.php?pr_index=366&cl_index=1&sc_index=25&ss_index=62

The marriage of form and function just... moves me. Somewhat like that knockout blonde that snaps your neck into a double-take; you know you want that and even if you can't afford it, it makes you smile just knowing it's out there...

 

[bgd73]

aluminums do not need all that air. (like an extra wide secc case)
I like it before looking.

if you put flawed electronics in, that case will tell you.

airheads and leaky chips....some comments suck.

EDIT:
I went and looked. disappointed. Ateight it ought to be 10 inches wide, and the top vent is an a****le

 

[mark_k]

aluminums do not need all that air. (like an extra wide secc case)
I like it before looking.

if you put flawed electronics in, that case will tell you.

airheads and leaky chips....some comments suck.

EDIT:
I went and looked. disappointed. Ateight it ought to be 10 inches wide, and the top vent is an a****le

Am I correct in assuming that English is not your first language?

 

[mark_k]

I'd suggest contacting Lian Li, as most places do not stock accessories for cases. Normally it is easiest to get things like that straight from the source.

Thanks but you can't buy directly from them.

Anyone know where I can get this?

http://www.lian-li.com/v2/en/produ [...] ex=110&g=f

I filed a request at NewEgg. Lets see what happens with that.

 

[JohnnyLucky]

There are a couple of case mod vendors that stock quite a few Lian Li parts and accessories. I think I have them referenced. Unfortunately I am not at home right now. I follow-up later.

 

[mark_k]

Thanks JL,

Once I get this I will do a comparison of my current rig with this new case.
I won’t happen until the week between Xmas and New Years when I can find the time.

Thanks

 

[JohnnyLucky]

Here you go. I think Frozen CPU has the largest offering of Lian Li parts:

http://www.frozencpu.com/cat/l2/g43/c241/list/p1/Case_Parts-OEM-Lian-Li_Parts.html

Don't know if they have the exact panel you want.

 

[mark_k]

Thanks JohnnyLucky,

I called Frozencpu and they said that it will be in on the next container from China.

Mark