Kaza KZ05 Mid Tower PC Gaming Case with Acrylic Side Panel and Mesh Front.

I bought this to make a budget build for my eldest son. I got it for £28 and tbh wasn’t expecting too much. It was very easy to build in and for the most part is a really good cheap case. Cable management was pretty good and there was enough space to run everything and hide the cables without too much fuss. I added some rgb fans and the whole build came in at a really good price and looks really good for the money. Obviously this isn’t a high end case but then it’s not a high end price. For anyone looking to build a pc without going mad on the case I would definitely recommend this case and I would use one of these again if I build another similar system.

This case is going to be used as a hidden away HTPC. Even though it kind of looks ok, but it reminds me too much of a boombox from the late 90s early 2000s. I've not tested the case fully. I've only installed fans and routed front panel cables and fans ready for when my PSU and motherboard arrive. I will update this more when I have more info. The measurements are wrong for this case. 360W 430H 200D is what I got when measuring. It can take a 165mm CPU cooler but I'd not go any higher than 160mm and the max GPU length is 300mm but i'd try and keep it below 290mm. Their width and depth measurements are way off and even failed to provide a max height for the CPU cooler or GPU. What I like about it: Super lightweight and reasonably sturdy for the weight Inexpesnive for what's on offer Cable routing holes are well placed although there's no rubber grommets, but they usually get in the way anyway. Airflow although not tested fully, seems to be like it's going to be pretty decent or at least this is my expectation Although acrylic, the side paneel looks good with a slightly dark tint and has trim going around it that has it looks quite clean and the thumbscrews don't feel half bad surprisingly (Although there's an arrow head on the side panel of which I'm not sure what it's relating to) Can if wanted, replace the USB 3 port at the front for a USB C, as it's simply just screwed in and isn't apart of the PCB that contains the other front panel ports. Magnetic fan filter at the top is very good quality which shocked me, especialy at the asking price PSU shroud that mostly covers the PSU but shows off the label, which was a nice little touch and amazing again at this price point What I disliked: No HDD cages, you got to mount your HDD straight to the case and the same for SSDs which isn't too bad. You may want to get something to absorb the vibrations from the HDDs, as that may drive some people crazy. The cable managaement space is 1cm. Having a fan hub on the back of the motherboard tray stops the back panel from going back on which is pathetic and that's honestly not much space for the 24 pin if it's a thick boy. which are often thicker than 1cm. Bottom fan filter for the PSU is awful with how it's held there. would have been nice to have it magnetised as well or have it pull out easily instead of having it pinned down. Would have probably been cheaper to manufactor for it to just simply be pulled out. This is not much of a dislike but what I can't understand and that is the bottom front front fan faces the PSU and will literally do nothing, the bottom 2 fans that will sit over the PSU really won't do a whole bunch either and you can not have all 8 fans if you need a HDD installed. Closing thoughts: You could get a cheap 2 bay HDD cage and stick it underneath the shroud, there does seem to be some extra space for one and they're usually inexpensive. There are some holes there as well that the HDD cage could be attached to the case or if not, then the faithful double sided sticky tap could assist. I'd not suggest this for a first time builder, but rather someone who's done this a few times at least. This case also definitely has potential for some good mods and would fit a custom loop provided you can be creative with how you get some HDD's in there. Update. After building in it. I must say I wasn't a fan but at the price point, it's still a good shout. Cable management, there's a bit more space behind the SSD placer but not a whole bunch, I had to flip the bottom SSD upside down so the power and connector were facing upward in order to make the cabling look halfway decent. Managed to get a 167 mm tall air cooler to fit but just. Flipping the acrylic window around gave me an extra few mm. Yours may vary, however you can use rubber washers to lift it up if needed and should still look ok, so long as you don't go overboard. Cooler I used on the CPU is a Phanteks PH-TC14PE. It sits right up, almostagainst the exhuast fan. Air flow was perfect. I used the Arctic value fan pack of 5 fans. Bring the total price to jusy shy of £40 but this is still a great value with amazing airflow. If you want to get a HDD in this. I would strongly suggest about getting a HDD cage purchased would be best and to slot it in underneath the PSU shroud. There should be plenty of space but at that point, you might as well go for another case. If all you plan on using is SSD's, this case however is perfect. As this is a HTPC, I didn't want mechanical drives going whilst I'm having a game. I still wouldnt recommend this to someone as their first PC case however.

great sturdy case great air flow good a mount of space. good amount of cable management room and good fan support

Feels well made, looks great, great layout, great airflow, good for hiding cables. Very easy to set up. 100% recommend.

Brilliant value for money case. Only problem was the power switch doesn’t work whatsoever, no sign of loose cable just no output whatsoever.

For the money I doubt you'll find better. Full mesh front allows great airflow. Plenty of 120mm fan mounts. Good basement for psu and cables etc. Pretty good cable management channel. Easy to build in. Would recommend.

Used this for a budget built, was expecting a budget look but was pleasantly suprised. Very happy with this case and would purchase again. Sadly a couple of stand offs missing and some screws but I had plenty of spares, not something a first time builder will have the luxury off though. Only thing keeping this from being a top case is the acrylic side panel. If this was glass it would be a 10/10. But none the less, the side panel is off decent quality for being of an acrylic nature. Cable management wise, there is plenty of space at the back to accomodate any wires (I used a non moduler PSU) and the plenty of cut outs around the case for USB and CPU wires ect. Just gotta make sure you put the HDD and front fans in first (I is forgetful)! J

Price paid £29.95. Honestly blown away by this little beast, I was running a very old Asus prebuilt case with some spare parts for a game server and had to keep the side panel off as it only had a 80mm intake and exhaust....finally had enough and bit the bullet on a new cooler and case. I currently have 10 fans inside this little monster all running at near silent 5v and the difference is night and day.