In terms of CPU cooler clearance there is just enough space for the Noctua NH-U12P which is 158mm in height. That is… without the side fan attached. To get the side panel fit on properly I had to remove the 250mm fan. Installing anything larger such as a Noctua NH-D14/Thermalright Silver Arrow will struggle to fit inside due to the narrowness of the SpineRex dimensions.
Tight on CPU Cooler clearance
Over on the graphics card clearance we have no problems getting large cards to fit. The ASUS HD 6950 Direct CUII which is over 11” in length fits fine.
SpineRex accommodates long graphics cards
Behind the motherboard tray we have just a few millimetres of clearance. Not even a cm. This adds to the frustrating cable management capabilities within SpineRex and seriously limits things. We’ve reviewed cases recently that have had over 1.5cm of clearance – allowing generous space and therefore creating good cable management possibilities. This is certainly one of SpineRex weaker points
Very little space behind the motherboard tray
