Hardware Canucks posted a review of the new BitFenix Shinobi XL case

BitFenix may be one of the newest kids on the block within the enclosure market but they’ve quickly become a player that’s respected for good build quality, fair pricing and innovative features. Their newest product, the Shinobi XL, retains the Shinobi mid tower series’ iconic design but it has upsized to full tower status. In keeping with BitFenix’s award winning philosophy of offering gamers the best possible bang for buck, the XL comes in at only $149 despite being a full tower chassis that boasts items normally found on more expensive competitors.

From the outside, BitFenix’s Shinobi XL retains the iconic, minimalistic design from past models without sacrificing rigidity or build quality. Five optical drive bays have been included which are paralleled by two meshed venting strips, resulting in a limited amount of airflow being delivered to the large 230mm front intake fan. Along with the top, the whole front panel is fabricated out of plastic which has been finished with a soft touch coating. This adds a slightly rubberized feel to this area and also tends to minimize flex, acting like a reinforcement layer. Unlike some other cases in this price range, the Shinobi XL doesn’t include a side window.

The front panel connectors (with an integrated peripheral charging USB port) are placed at the top which can become problematic in some height limited situations. However, their position allowed BitFenix to retain a clean, sleek fascia design. The top panel also provides a meshed space which has support for a triple radiator should you decide not to use the included 230mm fan that’s been mounted here.

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