We are reviewing the Cooler Master CM 590 III today- The entry level version for the famous 690 series. With great features and a reasonable...
We are reviewing the Cooler Master CM 590 III today- The entry level version for the famous 690 series. With great features and a reasonable price, can this be the best budget case under 5K INR?
If you have been into custom PCs in the last few years, you might remember the CM 690 from Cooler Master. This case was famous with many case modders and was featured in many mid to high-end systems. It looked good, had great features considering the price and overall a solid performer. Cooler Master CM 590 III aims to do the same thing but at an even lower price.
The CM 590 III is an affordable mid-tower case targeted towards entry level and budget market. Though it is a budget case, it will meet the needs of even high-end systems. Here are the complete specs- Model Number RC-593-KWN2 RC-593-WWN2
Available Color Black White
Materials Steel body, Plastic mesh bezel
Dimensions (LxWxH) 480 x 200 x 470mm
Motherboard Support ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
Expansion Slots 7
Drive Bays 5.25″ 3 (exposed)
3.5″ 4 (hidden)
SSD 3 (hidden, one on the bottom, others converted from 3.5" bay)
I/O Port USB 3.0 x 1, USB 2.0 x1, Audio in / out
Pre-installed Fan(s) Front Blue LED 120mm x 2
Fan Support Front 120mm / 140mm x 2
Top 120mm / 140mm x 2
Rear 120mm x 1
Liquid Cooling Support Rear 120mm
Clearances CPU Cooler 159mm / 6.2″
PSU 180mm / 7.1″
GPU 405mm / 15.9" (w/o 3.5″ HDD cage)
Cable Routing Behind Motherboard Tray 18mm
Dust Filters Front, Top, Bottom
Power Supply Support Bottom mount, ATX
EAN Code 4719512053218 4719512053485
UPC Code 884102029325 884102029578
READ This TOO Best PC Cases Rs 5000 (for 2016)Powered by Inline Related Posts This entry level case has all the features that you would expect from a modern day gaming PC case. So let us jump into the review and see how does it fare.
Packaging and Contents
Packaging is an important aspect of PC cases. Cases are bigger than other components and are most prone to shipping damage. Fortunately, my review sample was lucky enough to reach me in good shape.
The Cooler Master CM 590 III uses a simple brown cardboard packaging. There are two styrofoam spacers inside to protect it from damage. Everything was fine, except for a styrofoam piece.
You get a manual leaflet, warranty info, and the assortment of screws and other accessories. The drive mounts, zip-ties, and screws come inside the case.
Closer Look - Design and Exterior
A quick glance and you can tell that this case takes design cues from the 690 series. The curvy front panel, the chrome strips, and full metal mesh design is the signature of x90 series. It looks clean and modern. Overall, it makes a very pleasant impression.
Construction is decent. It's not of the highest standard but it is still very solid for the price. There was a very tiny amount of flex at the rear when it was empty. The color of the plastics and the metal parts match and the paint is scratch resistant. Amazingly, the newer, smaller and cheaper Masterbox Lite 3 is much better in construction quality.
The build quality is decent but there are certain things that can be improved. Let us investigate the case closely.
Front
The front comprises of metal and plastic parts. The side areas are made of plastic and the central area is metal mesh. The front is full of holes, in line with the traditional x90 design. The panel can be pulled out from the bottom will a decent tug.
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The whole front part is filtered with foam filters. Even the 5.25″ bays. Good to see that.
The IO panel is situated at the top of the front. It consists of Power/reset buttons, LED indicators, audio jacks, and 2 USB ports. Below that, there are three 5.25″ bays. Most probably most people don't need them anymore but for those who need them, you have the option.
There are two Blue LED fans behind the front mesh. The model number is - DF1202512RFLN
There are some weird design choices with the IO panel. First, the IO area is connected to the front panel. So when you would want to clean the filters, you will have to unplug every IO cable.
Then there is the awkward choice of one USB 2.0 port and one USB 3.0. Now you have two ports and two cables instead of the usual one cable. And upon that, the ports are not symmetrical. Let me show you a picture of what I mean. The pins inside the port should be in the same orientation but they are not. It is annoying.
And then finally, who decided that a bright Red LED should be a part of a Blue LED case. It would have been better if they added a Green LED somewhere. At least then it would be
certified!
Top
There are some interesting bits at the top. Towards the front, there is a small compartment for storing small items like keys, phones,
etc.
Besides that, you have a mounting space for two 120mm or 140mm fans. That means you could possibly mount radiators here. The great part is the inclusion of a magnetic dust filter and that too for the top slots. But there are some things to consider here. More on that later.
Rear
The rear of the case is a standard affair. There's a 120mm fan mount that can also take 80mm and 92mm fans. You also have the unnecessary external water cooler tubing holes. Who uses them anymore? Apart from that, everything is fine.
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Panels and Window
The panels use rails and slide in and out easily. They are held by standard thumb screws - no captive screws. The left panel is windowed. The white version uses a different shaped window. IMO, the window design looks better in this one.
The panels are heavy and there was no flimsiness. Even the panel with the window was solidly built.
The window is acrylic and is scratch resistant. It is held by metal tabs. It is tinted and very reflective. The panel almost feels like glass. The size is decent and all the major areas are visible. But because of the strong tint, you will have to use bright lights inside so that you can see the interiors clearly.
Bottom
And finally, four plastic feet are present at the bottom. Actually, six if you count the faux feet of the front panel. They are screwed to the frame and are flat with no wobble. They are made of hard plastic but there were no audible hum or vibrations during full loads.
The opening for the PSU is present towards the rear. The dust filter for the PSU is just a piece of frameless mesh. It makes removal easier but installing it back is a tough job. I would prefer a simple clip system instead.
At the center is an unfiltered 120mm fan mount. Fitting a fan would limit the clearance of the PSU to 165mm.
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Thanks to Cooler Master India for the review sample
If you have been into custom PCs in the last few years, you might remember the CM 690 from Cooler Master. This case was famous with many case modders and was featured in many mid to high-end systems. It looked good, had great features considering the price and overall a solid performer. Cooler Master CM 590 III aims to do the same thing but at an even lower price.
Cooler Master on CM 590 III-
"A New Take on an Old Favorite
The Cooler Master CM 590 III gives you the freedom to build a PC for any and all user needs. It can be a basic work PC for the office or a workhorse gaming rig with liquid cooling, full sized graphics cards, and multiple hard drives. Start out small and work your way up or fill this to the brim right out of the box. The CM 590 III is the hassle free solution to building the mid-tower of your dreams."
The CM 590 III is an affordable mid-tower case targeted towards entry level and budget market. Though it is a budget case, it will meet the needs of even high-end systems. Here are the complete specs- Model Number RC-593-KWN2 RC-593-WWN2
Available Color Black White
Materials Steel body, Plastic mesh bezel
Dimensions (LxWxH) 480 x 200 x 470mm
Motherboard Support ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
Expansion Slots 7
Drive Bays 5.25″ 3 (exposed)
3.5″ 4 (hidden)
SSD 3 (hidden, one on the bottom, others converted from 3.5" bay)
I/O Port USB 3.0 x 1, USB 2.0 x1, Audio in / out
Pre-installed Fan(s) Front Blue LED 120mm x 2
Fan Support Front 120mm / 140mm x 2
Top 120mm / 140mm x 2
Rear 120mm x 1
Liquid Cooling Support Rear 120mm
Clearances CPU Cooler 159mm / 6.2″
PSU 180mm / 7.1″
GPU 405mm / 15.9" (w/o 3.5″ HDD cage)
Cable Routing Behind Motherboard Tray 18mm
Dust Filters Front, Top, Bottom
Power Supply Support Bottom mount, ATX
EAN Code 4719512053218 4719512053485
UPC Code 884102029325 884102029578
READ This TOO Best PC Cases Rs 5000 (for 2016)Powered by Inline Related Posts This entry level case has all the features that you would expect from a modern day gaming PC case. So let us jump into the review and see how does it fare.
Packaging and Contents
Packaging is an important aspect of PC cases. Cases are bigger than other components and are most prone to shipping damage. Fortunately, my review sample was lucky enough to reach me in good shape.
The Cooler Master CM 590 III uses a simple brown cardboard packaging. There are two styrofoam spacers inside to protect it from damage. Everything was fine, except for a styrofoam piece.
You get a manual leaflet, warranty info, and the assortment of screws and other accessories. The drive mounts, zip-ties, and screws come inside the case.
Closer Look - Design and Exterior
A quick glance and you can tell that this case takes design cues from the 690 series. The curvy front panel, the chrome strips, and full metal mesh design is the signature of x90 series. It looks clean and modern. Overall, it makes a very pleasant impression.
Construction is decent. It's not of the highest standard but it is still very solid for the price. There was a very tiny amount of flex at the rear when it was empty. The color of the plastics and the metal parts match and the paint is scratch resistant. Amazingly, the newer, smaller and cheaper Masterbox Lite 3 is much better in construction quality.
The build quality is decent but there are certain things that can be improved. Let us investigate the case closely.
Front
The front comprises of metal and plastic parts. The side areas are made of plastic and the central area is metal mesh. The front is full of holes, in line with the traditional x90 design. The panel can be pulled out from the bottom will a decent tug.
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The whole front part is filtered with foam filters. Even the 5.25″ bays. Good to see that.
The IO panel is situated at the top of the front. It consists of Power/reset buttons, LED indicators, audio jacks, and 2 USB ports. Below that, there are three 5.25″ bays. Most probably most people don't need them anymore but for those who need them, you have the option.
There are two Blue LED fans behind the front mesh. The model number is - DF1202512RFLN
There are some weird design choices with the IO panel. First, the IO area is connected to the front panel. So when you would want to clean the filters, you will have to unplug every IO cable.
Then there is the awkward choice of one USB 2.0 port and one USB 3.0. Now you have two ports and two cables instead of the usual one cable. And upon that, the ports are not symmetrical. Let me show you a picture of what I mean. The pins inside the port should be in the same orientation but they are not. It is annoying.
And then finally, who decided that a bright Red LED should be a part of a Blue LED case. It would have been better if they added a Green LED somewhere. At least then it would be
RGB
certified!
Top
There are some interesting bits at the top. Towards the front, there is a small compartment for storing small items like keys, phones,
joints
etc.
Besides that, you have a mounting space for two 120mm or 140mm fans. That means you could possibly mount radiators here. The great part is the inclusion of a magnetic dust filter and that too for the top slots. But there are some things to consider here. More on that later.
Rear
The rear of the case is a standard affair. There's a 120mm fan mount that can also take 80mm and 92mm fans. You also have the unnecessary external water cooler tubing holes. Who uses them anymore? Apart from that, everything is fine.
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Panels and Window
The panels use rails and slide in and out easily. They are held by standard thumb screws - no captive screws. The left panel is windowed. The white version uses a different shaped window. IMO, the window design looks better in this one.
The panels are heavy and there was no flimsiness. Even the panel with the window was solidly built.
The window is acrylic and is scratch resistant. It is held by metal tabs. It is tinted and very reflective. The panel almost feels like glass. The size is decent and all the major areas are visible. But because of the strong tint, you will have to use bright lights inside so that you can see the interiors clearly.
Bottom
And finally, four plastic feet are present at the bottom. Actually, six if you count the faux feet of the front panel. They are screwed to the frame and are flat with no wobble. They are made of hard plastic but there were no audible hum or vibrations during full loads.
The opening for the PSU is present towards the rear. The dust filter for the PSU is just a piece of frameless mesh. It makes removal easier but installing it back is a tough job. I would prefer a simple clip system instead.
At the center is an unfiltered 120mm fan mount. Fitting a fan would limit the clearance of the PSU to 165mm.
Next Page Please-
Pages: 1 2
