BitFenix Outlaw Mid Tower Chassis Review

Due to the inverted ATX layout, the right side is the ‘business’ side of the BitFenix Outlaw. There is room for a pair of 120/140mm fans on the side panel allowing the CPU cooler and graphics card to receive extra airflow.

The unique design continues to the left side where we see a plain black side panel covering the area behind the motherboard tray. BitFenix’s SofTouch technology doesn’t seem to be doing a great job at preventing fingerprint marks, as shown in the photograph.

The plastic front panel isn’t the darkest of blacks but is still attractive nevertheless. 3 external 5.25″ bay covers show that only 3 of the 4 5.25″ bays can be used with external facing devices such as an optical drive. The vents located on the front and sides of the front panel produce an opening for the pair of 120mm front intake fans to gather air, should you choose to install them.

The front panel connections are located on the top of the case, making it ideal for floor usage, but not so much for desk usage. The power button has the desired amount of push and isn’t too firm as we have previously encountered from some other case manufacturers. A total of 4 USB 2.0 ports with good spacing between them, 3.5mm headphone port, microphone port, power button, reset button and activity LEDs make up the front panel features. A pair of 120mm fans can be installed in the roof of the case, perfect if you want to expel hot air from underneath your graphics card.

4 rubberised feet ensure the case is held slightly above the surface on which it sits so that the power supply is able to receive external air. Another 120mm fan location is positioned at the bottom of the case, however it is rendered inaccessible if you use a fairly large power supply.