NZXT
NZXT is an American computer hardware manufacturer based in Los Angeles, founded in 2004. The brand is beloved for its clean, minimalist design language that permeates its entire ecosystem of cases, coolers, motherboards, and power supplies.
The iconic H‑series cases (H5, H7, H9) with their signature cable management bar are staples in the PC community. NZXT also simplifies PC building with its CAM software, which controls cooling and lighting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Case basics
What are the main NZXT case lines?
H5 Series: Compact mid‑towers (features Flow for airflow and Elite for glass). H7 Series: Standard mid‑towers with great cooling support. H9 Series: Dual‑chamber showcase cases with uninterrupted glass. H1: Vertical small form factor (ITX) case.
What is the 'Flow' versus 'Elite'?
Flow models prioritize airflow with perforated front panels. Elite models prioritize aesthetics with tempered glass front panels and RGB fans.
Cooling and ecosystem
What is the Kraken series?
Kraken is NZXT’s line of AIO liquid coolers. The Kraken Elite features a customizable LCD screen capable of displaying GIFs and system temps.
What is NZXT CAM?
CAM is free software for PC monitoring, controlling RGB lighting (on NZXT products), and managing fan curves.
Practical considerations
Does NZXT make motherboards?
Yes, the N7 and N5 series motherboards (for Intel and AMD) feature sleek metal covers that match their cases.
What is the warranty?
Cases and cooling products typically carry a 2 to 6‑year warranty depending on the model.