When two parcels with Sharkoon cases reached us today, we were amazed. Because they were about twice as heavy as we are used to from Sharkoon cases. Contents of the packages: Two brand new Elite Shark CA 300 T.

This case is advertised by Sharkoon as a gaming case for enthusiasts. The Elite Shark CA 300 T becomes predominant made of steel and complemented by two glass side panels. The case weight of 14, 7 kg suggests a relatively high material thickness. The front design is noticeable at first glance. A geometric pattern runs through the steel front. Three RGB-LED fans in the 137 – mm format sit behind the front and ensure that this pattern is even more noticeable.

The side I / O panel also benefits RGB lighting – especially since it ensures that the two USB 3.0 ports, the USB 3.1 Type-C connection and the audio jacks can also be found in the dark. Finally, the 120 – mm fan illuminated on the rear wall. The lighting can be controlled via the software of a compatible mainboard (5V-D-Coded-G or 5V-DG).

When using water cooling, the Elite Shark CA 300 T maximum one 420 – mm front radiator and a 300 – mm lid radiator. Sharkoon gives the case for E-ATX mainboards, up to 16, 5 cm high CPU cooler and up to 42, 5 cm long graphics cards (40 cm with front fan) free. The Elite Shark CA 300 T offers space for seven 2.5-inch drives or four 3.5-inch hard drives. The right side of the glass is tinted black in the area of ​​the power supply chamber. While the view into the power supply chamber is blocked, the back of the mainboard tray remains visible. According to Sharkoon, SSDs with RGB lighting should come into their own. There is a hinged cable compartment and a sliding cable cover for the cables.