Lian Li PC-Q38 is a compact Mini-ITX aluminium case

Lian Li shows off the PC-Q38, a new Mini-ITX case with an acrylic side window. The case is offered in black and silver versions and features 2mm thick aluminium panels. It weighs just 2.5kg and measures 180mm x 295mm x 372mm (W x H x D). There's room for one 3.5" HDD, two 2.5" SSDs, one double-slot video card of up to 315mm long, two 120mm fans, or a watercooling radiator of up to 240mm.

By default the case requires a SFX PSU but Lian Li offers an optional PC-Q38-1 bracket for the installation of an ATX PSU. The PC-Q38 case is available now, you can find it at Newegg for $109.99.

Lian Li Industrial Co. Ltd is proud to announce the new small form factor PC-Q38 Mini-ITX chassis, a new case that focuses on performance per liter and offers liquid-cooling potential for those that find the PC-Q37 too big for their needs. The PC-Q38 has a windowed side panel, with Lian Li’s patented rivet locking system, this allows for a great look inside the PC-Q38 and easy access when needed. The PC-Q38 comes with double USB 3.0 and HD Audio jacks on the front panel connector, the location of the ports make it easy to hide them from normal view when the PC-Q38 is placed on its side, or sued as a regular desktop.

High-quality Aluminium chassis
The PC-Q38 features Lian Li’s famous Aluminium materials, where the straight lines of the brushed Aluminium are combined with the rounded corners of Lian Li’s new style direction. The panels are kept at 2-millimeter thickness for good rigidity and light weight, while the internal Aluminium structure can handle any load that can be placed inside it. Visually, the PC-Q38 looks gorgeous and little details, such as the diamond-cut line in the front panel enhance that feeling.

Versatility
The PC-Q38 is extremely flexible despite its diminutive size. First, the rubber-padded Aluminium fit can easily convert the PC-Q38 from a tower to a desktop, which is more suitable for Home Theater PC use. An optional bracket can be used to allow a choice between SFX and ATX PSU’s in the PC-Q38. This means anyone looking to switch to Mini-ITX doesn’t require a new PSU, or if your build is extremely powerful, an equally potent ATX PSU is easier to find. This versatility is what makes building a powerful PC-Q38 a rewarding accomplisment.

Cooling capacity
The The PC-Q38 can house a 240 mm radiator (260 x 50 mm clearance) , graphics cards and CPU tower coolers up to 145 mm wide, while graphics cards can be up to 315 mm long. This allows for great versatility and the use of the latest graphics cards and potent liquid cooling solutions.