Introduction

I would like to thank DarkFlash for supplying the review sample.


DarkFlash is relatively new to the case market, having been established in 2016. They do offer quite a few clean, but solid ATX cases in interesting color choices, like pink or "NeoMint," a gentle light green variant. While their previous products stayed true to ATX and M-ATX form factors with a few open frame variants, like the Blade-X or Knight K1, the DLH 21 we are reviewing in this article represents the brand's first ITX enclosure. Also available in four colors, it offers a unique look and functional I/O, and even comes with subtle ARGB lighting built right into the base.

Specifications

Packaging

The DarkFlash DLH 21 ships in a brown cardboard box with the same graphic on both larger sides, though one is inverted. A mention of which color you will receive and a table of specifications are present as well.


The chassis is held in place by two foam spacers which protect it from bumps during shipping. A cloth bag is used to keep away fingerprints and scratches—this is a great touch and really adds to the unboxing experience. Owners could then use the bag for other purposes.