Introduction
I would like to thank
Formula V Line for supplying the review sample.
The Formula V Line Crystal Z8 series is a dual-glass chassis with side mounted IO, the Floe model even ships with a second, mesh panel with brackets for front fan mounting. The variant we got for review is black, but you can also grab it in an all white variant. On top of that, the chassis ships with a complete fan layout of a whopping six units, so that all that remains is to install an AIO to complete the look.
Specifications
| Formula V Line Crystal Z8 Floe |
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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: | 7 |
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| Drive Bays: | 1x internal 2.5/3.5" 1x Internal 3.5" |
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Motherboard Form Factors: | Mini-ITX, microATX, ATX, and E-ATX (305 x 277 mm) |
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| Dimensions: | 435 x 230 x 456 mm |
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| Front Door/Cover: | N/A |
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| Front Fans: | 2x 140 mm (optional, with mesh front) |
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| Rear Fans: | 1x 120 mm (1x 120 mm fan pre-installed) |
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| Top Fans: | 3x 120/2x 140 mm (optional) |
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| Bottom Fans: | 3x 120 mm (3x 120 mm ARGB fans pre-installed) |
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| Side Fans: | 2x 120 mm (2x 120 mm ARGB fans pre-installed) |
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| Front Radiator: | 280 mm (with mesh front) |
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| Rear Radiator: | N/A |
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| Top Radiator: | 360 mm |
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| Bottom Radiator: | N/A |
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| Side Radiator: | N/A |
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| I/O: | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C 2x USB 3.0 1x Headphone 1x Microphone |
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| Fan/LED Controller: | N/A |
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| Compatibility: | CPU Cooler: 185 mm GPU: 395 mm PSU: ATX |
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Packaging
Formula V Line doesn't really give you a clear image of the chassis on the box, but does focus on some branding on the front panel. Turning the packaging around, there is a list of specifications and selling points. Both sides are actually pretty bare, with a small printed square on one of them to let you know which version you will find within. It is interesting that Formula V Line has two sets of boxes printed—one for each color—instead of simply putting a sticker on a universal box instead.
The Crystal Z8 Floe comes packaged with two Styrofoam spacers - one for the top and one for the bottom. A clear plastic bag has also been employed to protect the case from scratches and fingerprints.