SilverStone SG06BB-LITE Black Mini-ITX Computer Case Review

I selected this case for my most recent build, a Home Theater PC. For this build both size and looks were very important to me as this would be sitting in my home entertainment center. To fit into my entertainment center, neat and unobtrusive, the case had to be smaller than 12 inches tall by 17 inches deep, preferably much smaller. It also had to be able to fit a mid-level GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) as I wanted this build to double as a gaming machine as well. This required the case to have two expansion slots in the back, a rarity in small cases.

Pros

Of the few cases that met my requirements the SilverStone  SG06BB-LITE stood well above the rest. With the incredibly small size of 8.75" wide x 7" high x 10.87" deep this case was the perfect fit to tuck well back inside my entertainment center. Despite the small size the case can accept dual slot GPUs up to 10" long making this an ideal gaming case. With a single 120mm fan in the front it keeps the internals cool while remaining absolutely silent unless your ear is within inches of the case. Even then, most likely the CPU fan is what you hear inside. The magic of this case is the small form factor SFX power supply saving room while allowing power supplies up to 600 watts. Despite the case being so small, working in it was surprisingly easy due to the entire top and sides sliding off. 

Cons

There are only a few downsides to the case. First, the space between the where the power supply cords come out and the hard drive rack is so minimal the cords are literally jammed into the rack. The second problem is the power light on the front; this light is extremely bright! It is bright enough to distract during a night time movie or just during any activity during evening times. To make matters worse, this small beacon flashes when the computer is sleeping. This strobing will drive you nearly insane as you walk around, making me avoid letting the computer sleep. This negative is easily solved by disconnecting the power jumper on the computer or adding a small tinted film over the light.

Summary

Overall, this case is attractive, extremely small, easy to work in and perfect for an HTPC and gaming computer. All this adds up to a case that is head and shoulders above the rest of its class and an incredible value at $49.99!

My Rating

9 out of 10 - Awesome