Thermaltake Chaser MK-1 Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 07-05-2011 [ 15 comment(s) ]

Thermaltake has a new series called Galaxy Episode. We take a look at the first chassis to be included - Chaser MK-I.

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Thermaltake Chaser MK-1 Review

w3bbo Posts: 606 Joined: 2011-04-21

#14935 Posted on: 07.05.2011 18:45:18 Great review m8. I'm not normally a fan of TT hardware (quite the opposite usually) but it looks like they have made a step in the right direction with this. It is however a tad too 'plasticy' looking and despite the good features it has I fear most will go with the more reputable HAF-X than chance it on this as both cases have looks only its mother could love so it would have to come down to performance and 'badge' appeal.

Thermaltake Chaser MK-1 Review

Mishima Administrator Posts: 4326 Joined: 2009-07-28

#14938 Posted on: 07.05.2011 20:35:43 Quote: Originally Posted by w3bbo Great review m8. I'm not normally a fan of TT hardware (quite the opposite usually) but it looks like they have made a step in the right direction with this. It is however a tad too 'plasticy' looking and despite the good features it has I fear most will go with the more reputable HAF-X than chance it on this as both cases have looks only its mother could love so it would have to come down to performance and 'badge' appeal. Thanks mate. You're right there is a lot of chunky plastic knocking about on this one. Thermal performance will be up soon - when excel decides to play ball!

Thermaltake Chaser MK-1 Review

Gazimoff Administrator Posts: 95 Joined: 2011-04-02

#14939 Posted on: 07.05.2011 21:08:47 Thanks for the review, nice and comprehensive. It looks like they've been looking at the most popular P67 motherboards out there (Asus P8P67 and Gigabyte GA-P67 come to mind) and copied the colour scheme to suit. That's an awful lot of plastic though...

Thermaltake Chaser MK-1 Review

Suicidal Zebra Posts: 400 Joined: 2010-11-15

#14940 Posted on: 07.05.2011 21:37:50 Definitely a marmite case, though not nearly as odd-looking as some of the other cases they've released over the years. One thing to note: you've listed the price as £80-90, and then said it's priced against the Coolermaster HAF-X (which tbh would beat the snot out of the Chaser MK-I feature-wise). However the HAF-X is £120-140; the HAF-922 is a far closer competitor in the price bracket, and the 932 it's closest match feature-wise but with a £100 ticket. Apart from that, and a few other niggly things, great review. Looks like a pretty good case if they can keep the price under control, whilst those who appreciate the aggressive aesthetic and styling but without quite as high a budget may want to look towards the Lancool K-57.

Thermaltake Chaser MK-1 Review

alexhull24 Posts: 1027 Joined: 2010-03-31

#14947 Posted on: 08.05.2011 16:03:35 The looks aren't my cup of tea at all, but I really like some of the features. Kudos to Thermaltake for making another fairly unique product. Decent for sub-£100. Oh, and the review was top class as usual. Can't wait to see what chassis you've got coming up!

Thermaltake Chaser MK-1 Review

Mishima Administrator Posts: 4326 Joined: 2009-07-28

#15207 Posted on: 13.05.2011 22:17:40 Video now uploaded Enjoy the watch!

Thermaltake Chaser MK-1 Review

jjames VTZ Newbie Posts: 2 Joined: 2011-05-16

#15340 Posted on: 16.05.2011 21:10:01 Nice review mate. Really like the look of this case - even like the blue colour scheme and plastic. Out of these two cases that you have recently reviewed - what would you recommend?? This or the CM Storm Enforcer?? any thoughts please how they stack up as I in general have always had Coolermaster cases but am quite taken with this Thermaltake effort.

Thermaltake Chaser MK-1 Review

Mishima Administrator Posts: 4326 Joined: 2009-07-28

#15347 Posted on: 17.05.2011 07:35:41 Hi there Well they are both at quite similar price-points but with totally different looks. The Chaser has a lot more useful features than the Enforcer but I think I probably prefer the looks of the Enforcer and its internals are based on 912 Plus which I am a big fan of. It's quite hard to weigh up really, as one clearly offers more features but the other has more style and is appealing to the eye. I would probably go with the Enforcer... but its a tough decision!

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jjames VTZ Newbie Posts: 2 Joined: 2011-05-16

#15385 Posted on: 17.05.2011 19:17:13 Thanks for summing that up - how quiet was the Themaltake case generally as I remember having (for about 3 days) a Thermaltake Armour which while superficially it looked the part the build quality was very poor - it tended to rattle like an old tin can when you went near it. Have they stepped up their game on this one??

Anti-Dampening and wheels

Crux777 VTZ Newbie Posts: 2 Joined: 2011-05-29

#15761 Posted on: 29.05.2011 21:18:37 Hello David, Which cases do you know of that has anti-dampening for the PSU. I am considering either buying this or the Coolermaster HAF X case. 2ndly , does this case come with wheels for easy movement ?

Thermaltake Chaser MK-1 Review

Mishima Administrator Posts: 4326 Joined: 2009-07-28

#15763 Posted on: 29.05.2011 21:55:20 Quote: Originally Posted by Crux777 Hello David, Which cases do you know of that has anti-dampening for the PSU. I am considering either buying this or the Coolermaster HAF X case. 2ndly , does this case come with wheels for easy movement ? Hi there, Quite a few have anti-vibration around the PSU area. Here are a few of my favourites: BitFenix Colossus Cooler Master HAF 912 Plus (All other HAF also include anti-vibration too including HAF-X) NZXT Phantom To answer your question about the wheels, the Chaster MK-1 doesn't have any wheels unfortunately. Just the rotating feet!

Thermaltake Chaser MK-1 Review

Crux777 VTZ Newbie Posts: 2 Joined: 2011-05-29

#15857 Posted on: 31.05.2011 20:50:26 Thanks. I went and bought the HAF X. Should get it in a few days!

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majestic 12 VTZ Newbie Posts: 2 Joined: 2011-06-01

#15870 Posted on: 01.06.2011 14:55:22 Just one quick question, Do the legs on the bottom have rubberised feet or are they the typical hard plastic? I've always thought the soft feet were the best since they don't scratch the floor and reduce vibration

Thermaltake Chaser MK-1 Review

Mishima Administrator Posts: 4326 Joined: 2009-07-28

#15872 Posted on: 01.06.2011 17:20:42 Quote: Originally Posted by majestic 12 Just one quick question, Do the legs on the bottom have rubberised feet or are they the typical hard plastic? I've always thought the soft feet were the best since they don't scratch the floor and reduce vibration Yeah they have rubberised feet mate

Thermaltake Chaser MK-1 Review

majestic 12 VTZ Newbie Posts: 2 Joined: 2011-06-01

#15898 Posted on: 02.06.2011 19:16:54 awseome, cheers dude, I might have to get my hands on one of these for my next build

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