PC Case Vinga Pillar White

Most computer cases in the lower price range cannot boast bright color designs. Often in this segment, buyers are met with a dull black rectangle, at most with simple LED lighting or a small window on one of the sides. However, when it comes to slightly more expensive models priced around $50, you can expect a more visually appealing design.

It is in this price segment that the Vinga Pillar White model is featured. It can be purchased for 1370 UAH ($48). The key focus of its appearance is on the white design, which will definitely please enthusiasts of beautiful systems. Let's start by looking at the more detailed specifications of this case.

Specification

The Vinga Pillar White is sealed in a standard cardboard box with simple design. On its sides, you can find a few inaccurate schematic images of the case (with three fans, although they are not included in the package), the product name, and specifications in English and Ukrainian. There are handles on the sides for convenient transportation.

The package includes the following accessories:

• sets of screws for mounting the motherboard, power supply, and drives
• cable ties
• system speaker
• removable drive cage

Appearance

As befits a quality yet not very expensive case, the Vinga Pillar White does not feature any special design extravagances. It uses a simple rectangular chassis shape, which looks fail-safe in any situation, especially considering the classic black and white color scheme.

The external ports are located on the right side of the top panel. Here, there are two USB 3.0, one USB 3.1 Type-C, and a pair of 3.5-mm audio jacks for a microphone and headphones. Closer to the front panel are the power and reset buttons. They have the same shape, but thanks to their different sizes, they are hard to confuse by touch.

We also note a pair of light indicators, which are the only illuminated elements of the case. Special thanks to the manufacturer for not making their brightness too high - they won't light up your entire apartment at night.

Another important element of the top panel is the perforation, covered with a dust filter on a magnetic mount. Under it, you can mount a pair of 120-mm or 140-mm fans or a radiator for a 240 or 280 mm water cooling system.

The front panel is made of plastic. It serves as a decorative element with a dust filter function. Most of it is a white fabric mesh glued to a plastic frame.

The front panel is secured with plastic clips and can be removed without much effort.

Behind it are mounting positions for three 120-mm or two 140-mm fans. Instead, you can mount a radiator for a water cooling system with a size from 120 to 360 mm.

The rear part of the case features seven horizontal expansion slots, covered with reusable covers. Next to it is a cutout for the motherboard's interface panel and a mounting position for a 120-mm fan with adjustable height.

At the bottom of the case, there is a mounting bracket for the drive cage and a ventilation hole for cold air access to the PSU. All of them are covered with a large dust filter. It is easy to remove, blow out, and wash.

There are also two pairs of plastic feet with a height of 15 mm with rubber pads. They provide good stability on different types of surfaces and sufficient airflow for the power supply.

The left side is a transparent glass panel (373 x 460 mm) with a thickness of 3.85 mm. It allows you to admire the internal components. It is held by two metal screws with knurled heads. By the way, the screws do not fall out after unscrewing, so you definitely won't lose them.

On the opposite side, there is a metal panel with a thickness of 0.84 mm. It is held by similar screws with knurled heads and is equipped with a small handle for easy removal.

As for the practicality of the materials used, fingerprints are almost invisible on the white matte paint, while the glass is more prone to smudges and requires appropriate care. 

Internal Structure

The Vinga Pillar White case uses a layout with a bottom-mounted power supply. It, along with the drive cage, is separated from the main space by a metal shroud. The motherboard compartment is located at the top. There are no stands in the front part, allowing for the installation of large components and improving the airflow of the system itself thanks to the free circulation of air flows.

The motherboard tray features a cutout for easy installation and removal of the CPU cooling system with a backplate. There are five holes with rubber grommets for cable management and a whole array of mounts for the included ties.

The power supply mounting area is equipped with anti-vibration pads, and the mounting is done with the included screws. According to our measurements, the maximum length of the PSU is 210 mm.

As for the drives, you have a pair of mounting locations for 2.5-inch models behind the tray, a cage for a 3.5-inch model next to the power supply, and another similar cage included in the supply.

Let's move on to the assembly process. The case supports motherboards in E-ATX, ATX, microATX, and Mini-ITX formats. For testing, we used the ASUS ROG Crosshair VIII Hero (Wi-Fi) ATX model.

The length of the graphics cards should not exceed 340 mm according to our measurements, although the manufacturer claims support for 350 mm models.

The height of the CPU cooler should not exceed 160 mm (the manufacturer claims 165 mm).

The cables coming from the front panel are long enough to be neatly routed to the motherboard.

In the end, there were no problems with the assembly. There is enough space behind the motherboard tray for cable management, allowing you to assemble and organize the interior of the case as neatly as possible.

Testing

The Vinga Pillar White case comes without fans, but for testing such a powerful gaming system, we decided to equip it with four Vinga LED Fan-02 fans. They are based on a hydraulic bearing and have a fixed rotation speed of 1100 RPM. Three of them were installed on the front panel, and the fourth on the rear.

For greater clarity, we added temperature readings of the open stand and variations with one 120-mm Vinga LED Fan-02 on the rear panel to the graphs. The room temperature was 23°C.

Under maximum load in MSI Kombustor, the largest difference between the open stand and the case with one fan reached 14°C for the graphics card, 12°C for the processor, and 10°C for the chipset. So, one fan is clearly not enough for such a powerful gaming system.

The situation changes dramatically for the better when using four fans inside the Vinga Pillar White. In some modes, the temperature of individual components is even a few degrees lower than in an open stand.

And, of course, using more energy-efficient components will result in even lower heating indicators.

Conclusion

Overall, the Vinga Pillar White case is a worthy representative of perhaps the most interesting segment of affordable devices for the mass buyer. It perfectly combines a pleasant and concise design in white, a glass side panel, and good build quality. We also note the simple and reliable construction and attention to detail.

Yes, all the edges of the internal panels are excellently finished, and the cutouts for cable management are equipped with rubber grommets. All construction details are well-fitted, nothing wobbles or shakes, and you definitely won't get cut during assembly. Overall, the case feels more expensive than its price.

You might have a perfectly logical question: "So, what did the manufacturer save on to ensure a final cost of 1370 UAH ($48)?" It's simple: the case comes without fans and lacks LED lighting, bypassing modern trends.

As a result, the Vinga Pillar White will surely appeal to those looking for a relatively inexpensive Middle Tower case in white with good functionality. There is also a version available in black, but in the author's personal opinion, the white color looks much better for the Vinga Pillar.

Advantages:

• strict design;
• white color design;
• transparent tempered glass side panel;
• magnetic top filter mount;
• high-quality chassis assembly, edge finishing, and case painting;
• good compatibility with large graphics cards and coolers;
• good options for installing additional fans and liquid cooling radiators;
• presence of dust filters and anti-vibration pads in key areas;
• good options for hidden cable management.

Features:

• lack of fans in the package.

Author: Kostyantyn Shorokhov
Translation: Liliya Masyuk 

Link to the review on gecid.com