Introduction
I would like to thank
XPG for supplying the review sample.
The XPG Starker we are reviewing today is a compact full-ATX capable mid-tower chassis with a few unique or at least uncommon design and engineering elements in the front of a frame that is both sturdy and functional. With its steel interior that can hold a thick radiator in the ceiling, built-in ARGB elements, and clean looks, the XPG Starker is meant to appease gamers who want a bit of bling, but also crave clean looks. You may pick between a white or black variant of the chassis. In this review, we are taking a look at the black XPG Starker.
Specifications
XPG Starker |
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Case Type: | Mid-Tower |
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Material: | Steel, plastic, and tempered glass |
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Weight: | N/A |
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Slots: | 7x horizontal or 4x vertical (with supplied metal bracket) |
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Drive Bays: | 2x Internal 2.5" (may be used for 1x 3.5") 1x Internal 2.5/3.5" 1x Internal 3.5" |
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Motherboard Form Factors: | Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, and ATX |
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Dimensions: | 465 x 215 x 400 mm |
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Front Door/Cover: | N/A |
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Front Fans: | 3x 120 or 2x 140 mm (1x 120 mm XPG Vento fan pre-installed) |
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Rear Fans: | 1x 120 mm (1x 120 mm Vento ARGB fan pre-installed) |
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Top Fans: | 2x 120 or 140 mm (optional) |
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Bottom Fans: | 2x 120 mm on shroud (optional) |
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Side Fans: | N/A |
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Front Radiator: | 360 mm |
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Rear Radiator: | 120 mm |
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Top Radiator: | 280 mm |
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Bottom Radiator: | N/A |
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Side Radiator: | N/A |
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I/O: | 2x USB 3.0 1x Audio combo plug |
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Fan/LED Controller: | ARGB controller built-in |
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Compatibility: | CPU Cooler: 165 mm GPU: 350 mm PSU: 160 mm |
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Packaging
XPG ships the Starker in a plain brown box with an image of the enclosure on front and a blow-up diagram of it on the rear. One side lists the unit's specifications, while the other leaves room for shipping labels, but also comes with a sticker for the color variant inside.
Two solid foam spacers hold the chassis in place, and a clear plastic bag keeps fingerprints and scratches away during packing.