Comparison Gamemax Infinity Pro white vs Gamemax Infinity Plus white

The thickness of the side walls used in the case. When choosing a thickness, manufacturers have to compromise between several points at once. On the one hand, thin walls are inexpensive and heat dissipates faster through them, which has a positive effect on cooling efficiency. On the other hand, powerful systems inevitably require thick walls, otherwise the case may simply not withstand the weight of advanced high-performance components. Thirdly, steel is a fairly durable material even with a relatively small thickness. In light of all this, in most models this indicator does not exceed 0.7 — 0.8 mm, and more often it is about 0.5 – 0.6 mm.

The type of illumination provided in the body design.

The backlight plays mainly a decorative role, it gives the computer an original appearance, which is appreciated by fans of external tuning. Lighting can be mounted separately, but it is easier to purchase a case where it was originally provided. The types of illumination can be as follows:

— Illuminated fan. One or more coolers are illuminated, facing the side or top surface of the case.

— Cases with backlight. Separate parts of the body are illuminated, usually from the inside, in such a way that the illumination can be seen through a transparent window / windows or a lattice surface. Sometimes external lighting can be provided.

There are cases in which both types of illumination are provided simultaneously. And for office needs , cases without backlight are suitable.

For more on decorative lighting in general, see Light Type above. Here we note that it can have different shades, and sometimes several options are indicated in the characteristics at once. If these options are listed through "and" (for example, "red, blue and green") — this means that this model contains all the specified colours, and the user can switch between them at his discretion. If the shades are listed through “or” (for example, “red, blue or green”), this means that this model is available in several versions that differ in the colour of the backlight.

Special mention is the "RGB" option. This is the name of the most advanced backlight, the shade of which can be chosen at your discretion. However the original RGB backlighting is capable of simultaneously displaying only one of several basic colours (white, yellow, green, red, blue or purple); nevertheless, even these possibilities are enough to customize the appearance of the case and apply various effects (such as backlight synchronization — see below).

And relatively recently, an even more advanced type of adjustable systems has appeared — ARGB backlight. The key difference between ARGB and classic RGB is the possibility of simultaneous operation of diodes of different colours. In other words, classic RGB lighting can display only one colour at a time, while ARGB can display several colours, which provides additional effects. Also, ARGB lighting is connecte...d using a 3pin 5v connector, while regular RGB uses a 4pin 12v connection. It can be represented by various types of illumination. So, ARGB is often integrated into the cooling system, the front panel and magnetic LED strips, which the user can mount at his discretion. To control the backlight, a special controller is usually provided, and buttons or controls for switching the illumination operation modes are placed on the interface panel. In some cases, the backlight is controlled by the motherboard, through a special connector. Many ARGB systems support the ability to fine-tune through specialized software.

The timing technology provided in the illuminated housing (see “Light Type”).

Synchronization itself allows you to "match" the backlight of the case with the backlight of other system components — the motherboard, graphics card, keyboard, mouse, etc. Thanks to this matching, all components can change colour synchronously, turn on / off at the same time, etc. It is worth noting that all such systems have RGB backlighting. The specific features of the operation of such a backlight depend on the synchronization technology used, and, usually, each manufacturer has its own (Mystic Light Sync for MSI, Aura Sync for Asus, etc.). The compatibility of the components also depends on this: they must all support the same technology. So the easiest way to achieve backlight compatibility is to collect components from the same manufacturer.

The more fans are included in the design, all else being equal — the more intense the cooling will be and the more powerful (and, consequently, "hotter") components can be placed in the case without the risk of overheating. For everyday tasks, a case with one, two, three, or four factory fans is quite sufficient. At the same time, when comparing, it is worth considering not only the number but also the operating characteristics of the fans (diameter, speed). It should also be noted that cases are available for purchase without fans but with open slots for fans, allowing you to supplement the cooling system and improve its performance if necessary.

The size of the mounting slot for the liquid cooling system provided at the bottom of the case. In cases that support LCS, water cooling radiators are installed in the same slots as traditional fans. In other words, either a fan (or fans) or an LCS radiator can be installed in the same mounting spot. The size of the LCS mounting slot is indicated by a single number — the length (on the longer side); the width can be determined based on this data. The fact is that modern LCS radiators usually use fans of one of the standard sizes — 120 mm or 140 mm; and if there are several such fans, they are arranged in a row. As a result, the length of the radiator is a multiple, and the width is equal to one of these numbers: for example, 280 mm is 2x140 mm with a width of 140 mm, and 360 mm is 3x120 mm with a width of 120 mm. It should be noted that the same nuances apply here as for air cooling: a larger fan occupies more space and is more expensive but is considered more advanced since it can operate effectively at a lower speed — thus reducing noise and vibrations.

The total number of spaces available for liquid cooling systems in the case, in other words, the maximum number of LCS radiators that can be installed in the case. These radiators are usually placed one per side of the case, so several radiators are often located on different sides: for example, 3 LCS spaces can be located at the rear, top, and front.

When evaluating the number of mounting slots (of all types), it's important to consider that fans and LCS radiators usually use the same mounting locations.

Number of proprietary USB-C 5Gbps ports (formerly known as USB-C 3.2 gen1 and USB-C 3.0) provided in the case.

Such ports are usually located at the front (see "Location" for more details). They are most convenient for peripherals that need frequent connection and disconnection, such as flash drives (for permanently connected devices, it is more convenient to use motherboard ports located on the rear panel). Specifically, USB-C is a relatively new type of USB connector — smaller than the classic USB and with a reversible design. The application of such a connector can vary depending on the features of the motherboard: in particular, it can also be used as a Thunderbolt v3 port, and the 5Gbps connection interface is characterized by a bandwidth of up to 4.8 Gbps.

The number of USB-C 10Gbps ports (formerly known as USB-C 3.2 gen2 and USB-C 3.1) available in the case.

These ports are usually located at the front (for more details, see "Location"). They are most convenient for peripherals that need to be frequently connected and disconnected, such as flash drives (for permanently connected devices, it is more convenient to use the motherboard ports on the rear panel). Specifically, USB-C is a relatively new type of USB connector—smaller in size than the classic USB and featuring a reversible design. The application of such a port can vary depending on the motherboard's specifications: in particular, it can also be used as a Thunderbolt v3 port, and the 10Gbps connection interface boasts a bandwidth of up to 10 Gbps.