ROG Strix Helios GX601 RGB Case Review

The ROG Strix line from ASUS has long been the pinnacle of product development. ROG designed motherboards and graphic cards are the gold standard.  When ASUS announced the ROG Strix Helios GX601 RGB Case, it was time to see just how the ROG Strix team would handle a case design.

Fortunately, they do not disappoint. The Helios GX601 is features bold design features and an imposing footprint. It may not be cheap, but it could be just the case you have been looking for.  Let’s find out!

Asus offers the Helios GX601 in the white and chrome you see here and a more traditional black based configuration. The case may be one of the largest we have seen here in the labs rivaling even the two build monsters. Sizing comes in at 250 x 565 x 591 mm (~9.85 x 22.25 x 23.27 inches).

Two things immediately draw your attention. The beautiful tempered glass on three sides and the unique carry strap. The LAN party guy in me squeals with delight!

Let’s take a look at the rest of the features:

• Mid-Tower with support for EATX Motherboards featuring a metal chassis, 4mm-thick smoked, tempered-glass full view side panels, three easy-to-clean dust filters, and space for 9 storage drives
• Premium Cable Management includes translucent rear panel, adjustable multi-function cover featuring GPU support brackets and pre-run chassis cables
• Keep Your Cool with built in fan hub, four 140mm fans and up to seven optional fan-mounting points
• Custom Liquid Cooling Ready features a water pump / reservoir mounting bracket and support for radiators up to 420mm in length and 90mm thick (with fans)
• Graphic Card Mounting Options include up to 2x vertically mounted graphics cards or 3x horizontally mounted graphics cards using the 7 expansion slots
• ASUS Aura Sync RGB lighting features a nearly endless spectrum of colors with the ability to synchronize effects across an ever-expanding ecosystem of Aura Sync enabled products
• Ergonomic, Woven-cotton Carry Handles enable easy and safe transport up to 110lbs

Case Size: Mid Tower

Motherboard Support:

• EATX (12"x10.9")
• ATX
• Micro-ATX
• Mini-ITX

Drive Bays:

• 4 x 2.5" Bay
• 2 x 2.5"/3.5" Combo Bay

Expansion Slots: 8 / 2 (additional vertical)

Front I/O Ports:

• 1 x Headphone
• 1 x Microphone
• 4 x USB 3.1 Gen1
• 1 x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type C
• LED Control Button
• Fan Control Button
• Reset Button

Tempered Glass:

• Front Side
• Left Side
• Right Side

Radiator Support (Front):

• 120 mm
• 140 mm
• 240 mm
• 280 mm
• 360 mm
• 420 mm

Radiator Support (Top):

• 120 mm
• 140 mm
• 240 mm
• 280 mm
• 360 mm

Radiator Support (Rear):

• 120 mm
• 140 mm

Cooling Support (Front):

• 3 x 120 mm
• 3 x 140 mm
• Radiator + Fan Thickness: Max. 90 mm

Cooling Support (Top):

• 3 x 120 mm
• 2 x 140 mm
• Radiator + Fan Thickness: Max. 60 mm

Cooling Support (Rear):

• 1 x 120 mm
• 1 x 140 mm

Pre-installed Fans (Front):3 x 140 mm

Pre-installed Fans (Rear):1 x 140 mm

Maximum CPU Cooler Height:190 mm

Maximum GPU Length: 450 mm (Riser Cable above 200mm in length is required for one GPU install in vertical position)

Maximum PSU Length: 220 mm

Removable Dust Filters:

• Front
• Top
• Bottom

Maximum Cable Management Space: 33 mm

Dimensions: 250 x 565 x 591 mm

Weight: 18Kg

AURA Sync: ARGB