Review : Lian Li PC-6089A Aluminum Case

The price of a complete high-end computer system has risen over the years with most manufacturers advertising retail prices averaging $1500 to $2000. Consumers who are technologically inclined often have to cut corners on certain parts in order to meet their budgets, while others focus on certain components that will not be easily outdated by newer technology. For a surprising amount of people, the computer case is on the low end of the spectrum and theoretically only serves one purpose; to house system components. Aesthetics weren’t a major consideration when it came purchasing a standard beige coloured computer case which kept the cost factor relatively low.

Case modification is currently at its peak level and rising and many genres of people are being exposed to the enthusiast’s hobby. More options are appearing on cases that are targeted to appeal to the average consumer. A few low end economical cases have suffered from poor cooling options, internal design, and a lack of key features. Lian Li based out of Keelung, Taiwan has built a solid reputation as one of the premier aluminum case manufacturers in the world. Today in the MTB Labs, we will be evaluating the Lian Li PC-6068A Aluminum Case, a product which combines great aesthetics with solid case construction