Lian Li rolls out the PC-T70 test bench

Posted on Tuesday, May 16 2017 @ 12:59 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck
Lian Li shows off its new PC-T70 open-air test bench. This model supports motherboards up to E-ATX size and Lian Li also offers a T70-1 upgrade kit so users can simulate a closed-air build. The case with the upgrade kit is available via Newegg for $189.99.

PC-T70 features:
  • Open-Air Test Bench
  • Width: 432mm; Height: 316mm; Depth: 413mm
  • E-ATX, ATX, and Micro-ATX motherboards
  • Eight expansion slots; 330mm VGA cards
  • ATX PSUs 330mm
  • 5x 2.5” SSDs and 1x 3.5” HDD or 1x 2.5” SSDs and 2x 3.5” HDDs
  • Mounts 360mm water cooling radiator
  • Optional T70-1 Upgrade Kit adds Acrylic Cover and Side Panels
  • Mounts Two 240mm or 280mm radiators with T70-1 kit
  • Each side: 315mm*140mm OR 285mm*120mm
  • Back down panel: 395mm*140mm OR 315mm*120mm
  • Lian-Li Industrial Co. Ltd is eager to announce the PC-T70 test bench. After productive collaboration, taking feedback from high-end PC hardware reviewers, Lian Li sought to create a test bench that could both provide unhindered access for enthusiasts who want to rapidly swap hardware, and those who like to use their test benches as a workstation. Lian Li’s latest test bench is its most flexible yet – a sleek, minimal platform for easy hardware swapping, with an optional kit that encloses the bench with radiator mounts and an acrylic cover.

    “Testing on an open bench requires careful planning, else it leads to misguided results. Most gamers have closed cases, affecting thermal, acoustic, and even performance results compared to exposed hardware. I'm working to represent that more accurately. While my measurements are easier to collect, more applicable, and completely objective, it was the close cooperation with Lian Li that helped move this project forward. The closed case gave me the platform I've been needing, and that readers have been asking for, to facilitate more realistic reviews.” – Igor Wallossek - Senior Contributing Editor Tom's Hardware

    Unobstructed Design for Hardware Swapping
    After taking feedback from PC hardware reviewers, Lian Li realized that simplicity was key. The PC-T70 has completely free access, with zero barriers hindering the installation of motherboards and other hardware. Users can even remove the back frame for expansion slots and IO cover if they so choose. Six open pass-throughs are positioned around the motherboard tray to route cables down to the PSU and drive mounts on the floor panel.

    Simulate Closed-Air Case Environments for Advanced Testing
    With the T70-1 upgrade kit, users can add side panels to the open bench, each mounting two 120mm or 140mm fans or a 240mm or 280mm radiator with removable mesh dust filters. It also includes a back panel, mounting an additional 120mm or 140mm exhaust fan and an acrylic canopy secured by magnetic strips to fully enclose the motherboard compartment, simulating a closed-air environment more representative of regular users – a valuable advantage for hardware reviewers. Every panel is modular and easily taken down, so users can rapidly cycle between closed and open-air setups.

    A Bench Built for All Form Factors
    The PC-T70 mounts E-ATX, ATX, Micro ATX, and mini ITX motherboards, with eight expansion slots to mount VGA cards as long as 330mm. While enclosed, its CPU cooler clearance is limited to 180mm. The floor panel mounts ATX PSUs as long as 330mm and as many as five 2.5” and one 3.5” drives or one 2.5” and two 3.5” storage drives. Users can also use the floor panel to mount a 360mm radiator, reservoirs, and pumps for custom water cooling loops.


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    Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.



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