Tom’s Hardware Verdict
Montech Sky Two GX is a sturdy and affordable case with plenty of storage options and reasonable thermal performance.
Sturdy design with a hinged door
Support for eleven fans
Storage options aplenty
Moderate price of only $80 USD
Cons
Moderate thermal performance
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Features and Specifications
The latest PC case on our test bench is the Sky Two GX, a mid-tower model from Taiwanese manufacturerMontech PC. The Sky Two GX is a successor to the previously releasedSky One, and is said to focus on improved airflow performance.
We’ve previously looked at the company’sHyperflow AIO Liquid coolersand found them to offer top-end performance at budget prices.
Will the Sky Two GX make our list ofbest PC cases?Let’s take a look at the specifications of the case, straight from Montech, then we’ll go over the features and wrap up our review with our thermal and acoustic testing.
Features of Montech’s King 65 Pro Computer Case
▶ Build Quality
The overall build quality is sturdy and solid, with no apparent structural weaknesses.
▶Side view and customization options
The case features a relatively standard layout on the inside, with lots of room for large GPUs (up to 15.7 inches). The part that’s somewhat different from many competitors is the bay that sits next to the motherboard. In the default configuration, you are able to use this part for SSD support and cable routing. However, this can be removed (see picture below) and used for two side fans for maximum airflow.
The side panel is actually a hinged door, which makes for easy access to internal components.
▶Radiator and fan support
At the top and front of the case, you can install up to a 360mm radiator for custom or AIO liquid cooling.
▶IO Panel
The IO Panel is located on the top of the case. From left to right, it features power and reset buttons, followed by drive and power lights, separateaudioand microphone jacks sandwiched between two USB-A ports, and one USB-C port.
▶Rear side view and cable management features
The back of Montech’s Sky Two GX features pathways for cable routing and multiple strap points with pre-installed Montech-branded Velcro straps.
▶Hardware ARGB and PWM fan hub
Pre-installed on the backside of the case is a hardware hub, supporting up to six PWM fans and six ARGB lighting connections – three of which are used by the pre-installed fans. These hubs are particularly useful for folks who want to add extra fans to their system. I’m of the opinion that every case should have one, because they also usually make cable routing easier.
▶Storage support
Up to six drives can be installed in Montech’s Sky Two GX. The bottom drive bay supports two drives up to 3.5-inches in size. The other four spots, all of which are highlighted in blue above, can be used to install standard 2.5-inch drives.
▶Front view
The front of the unit is fairly standard, with a mesh dust filter covering the front fans. Montech advertises that the mesh filter has 51% porosity, and it can be easily removed using the quick-release mechanism.
▶Rear view
At the bottom of the case, there is a small dust filter and four rubber-bottomed feet to support the case and facilitate airflow. The dust filter pulls out from the back, though, which means if you put the case near a wall, you’ll have to move your PC every time you clean the filter.
Thermal Tests, Test Setup, and testing methodology
These thermal tests are presented to give you more information about the product’s performance, but aren’t intended as the sole judgment of the chassis. The style, price, features, and noise levels of a case should also be considered – and we all have different preferences. What I might like in a case, you might not – and that’s OK. My goal with these reviews is to give everyone, no matter their preferences, enough information to decide whether or not a product is right for them.
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Albert Thomas is a contributor for Tom’s Hardware, primarily covering CPU cooling reviews.
