Cooler Master NCORE 100
Cooler Master NCORE 100 Review & Specifications
The Cooler Master NCORE 100, manufactured by Cooler Master, is a very high-quality PC case designed for Mini-Tower builds. It is constructed from premium-grade Aluminum, Alloy Steel, Plastic . Its aesthetic is characterized by a optional finish and features a mesh side panel, which adds both style and functionality.
The Cooler Master NCORE 100 supports only Mini-ITX motherboards, making it specifically intended for Small Form Factor (SFF) builds. While challenging due to limited internal space, SFF builds appeal to enthusiasts who enjoy compact systems. Power supply compatibility includes SFX units with a maximum supported length of 100 mm. The overall case dimensions are 172mm x 212mm x 481mm, offering insight into its spatial footprint.
This case supports medium to large graphics cards up to 337 mm in length, along with CPU air coolers up to 48 mm in height.
This case features moderate cooling support, including several fan mounts and radiator support up to 120 mm. It's well-suited for mainstream gaming and productivity builds where cooling is important but not extreme. For additional details and specific specifications, refer to the section below.
PC Case Information
Manufacturer: Cooler Master
PC Case Name: Cooler Master NCORE 100
Current Price Amazon: $139
Amazon Price Updated: 3 days, 22 hours ago.
PC Case Available: True
Form Factor: Mini-Tower
Material / Weight: Aluminum, Alloy Steel, Plastic / None kg
Color / Side Panel: optional / mesh
Motherboard Support: Mini-ITX
GPU Length / CPU Cooler Height: 337 mm / 48 mm
PSU Form Factor / Maximum Length: SFX / 100 mm
PC Case Dimensions: 172mm x 212mm x 481mm
Comment: Clearances - CPU Cooler48mmClearances - Power Supply100mmClearances - RAM48mmClearances - Graphics Card337mm x 62mm x 180mm (Normal, 3.0 Slot thick)Clearances - Graphics Card357mm x 79mm x 180mm (Expansion, 3.9 Slot thick)Clearances - Graphics Card(Maximum space including GPU power connector)Cable Routing - Behind MB Tray11mmDust FiltersSide panels
Quality & Features (max 100pts)
Compatibility: 8 pts.
Cooling Support: 8 pts.
Build Quality: 20 pts.
Connectivity: 14 pts.
Storage Support: 4 pts.
Total Points: 54 pts.
Calculated Performance
Performance & Features per Price: 46.6 %
Cooler Master NCORE 100 Compared to PC Cases with the Same Form Factor and Similar Performance and Features
PC Case Quality & Features per Price Table
| PC_Case (Desc) | Price (Desc) | Quality/Features (Desc) | Q&F/Price (Desc) |
|---|---|---|---|
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$179
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0.0%
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62.0 pts
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41.6 pts
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$199
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0.0%
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62.0 pts
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37.4 pts
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$97
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↑
1.0%
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60.0 pts
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74.2 pts
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$129
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↓
-6.5%
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56.0 pts
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52.1 pts
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$139
|
0.0%
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54.0 pts
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46.6 pts
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$129
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0.0%
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53.0 pts
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49.3 pts
|
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$179
|
0.0%
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52.0 pts
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34.9 pts
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$399
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0.0%
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47.0 pts
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14.1 pts
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$73
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↓
-11.0%
|
47.0 pts
|
77.3 pts
|
PC Case Specification Table
| PC_Case (Desc) | Form Factor | Color / Side Panel | GPU Length | CPU Cooler Height | PSU Length / Form Factor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mini-Tower | black/white / Mesh | 365 mm | 165 mm | 130 mm / SFX | |
| Mini-Tower | optional / mesh | 326 mm | 70 mm | 130 mm / SFX | |
| Mini-Tower | black/white / tempered glass | 331 mm | 167 mm | 165 mm / ATX, SFX | |
| Mini-Tower | black / tempered glass | 230 mm | 135 mm | 160 mm / SFX | |
| Mini-Tower | optional / mesh | 337 mm | 48 mm | 100 mm / SFX | |
| Mini-Tower | black / mesh | 335 mm | 70 mm | None mm / SFX | |
| Mini-Tower | black / steel | 322 mm | 77 mm | 130 mm / SFX | |
| Mini-Tower | optional / tempered glass | 330 mm | 155 mm | 135 mm / SFX | |
| Mini-Tower | optional / steel | 330 mm | 155 mm | 135 mm / SFX |
Additional PC Case Information
Fan Support:
Radiator Support:
HDD / SSD Support:
Front Ports:
Dust Filters:
Additional Information: