High Performance Tuning Case LIAN LI LANCOOL III RGB User
The brand Lancool, which we will be reviewing in this time, is a sub-brand of LIAN LI, a leading premium aluminum PC case, and features a unique front panel, an internal structure with increased expandability, and support for addressable RGB function. In the Lancool One series, high-quality aluminum material that is the same as Lian Li’s identity was applied to the front panel part, and the Lancool 2 uses a flip-type panel and cover design to complete the ultimate chassis design for various users, and assemble the case. Improved convenience and expandability.
Since it was first released in 2018, it is currently a PC computer case brand representing Lian Li along with the O11 series, and has a variety of derivative lineups including mesh and performance series. The Lian Li Rancool 3, which we will look at this time, has absorbed all the characteristics of the previous generation model, and improved the missing parts, making it more complete. This model, which has a large mesh panel applied to the front for cooling performance, has also improved expandability and convenience with various storage installation options and convenience functions. LANCOOL 3 is available in black and white colors, and RGB and Non-RGB models are divided depending on whether the front fan supports RGB.
The package is quite huge for the size of the product. Measuring 645x307x580mm, it was made in a generous size using internal supplements. Along with the appearance of the product, you can see the emphasis on the flip-type panel and PSU shroud design.
The components were neatly organized in a separate package, including the computer case body, extra drive bays, user manuals, and assembly screws.
The Lian Li Lancool 3 used in the review is a model with 4mm thick tempered glass side panels installed on both sides, and the inside is transparent and the tuning is good. The size is made of 526x238x523mm, and it is one of the largest among mid-tower standard PC cases, and it has a simple and understated appearance overall.
The front mesh panel is designed with a perforated grill with a porosity of 51% to draw the maximum inflow without obstructing the flow of air. On both sides of it, high-quality aluminum material is used to add sophistication to a design that could have been monotonous, and a neat cut finish and hairline are added with Lian Li’s expertise to create a luxurious atmosphere.
In particular, these aluminum parts not only serve as a decoration, but can also be used as a handle that can open and close the side panels on both sides. The panel has a clasp that can hold the side panel with a magnet. When the panel is pulled, the side panel opens in a swing door manner, and when closed, a flat magnet holds the side panel firmly with strong attraction. It’s possible.
On the top surface, a porous mesh panel cover is constructed to provide powerful cooling performance with maximized airflow. The cover can be easily removed with a screw and separated from the top bracket for easy maintenance. I/O ports are located in a fixed part of the top panel, so it is designed so that there is no problem even if the front or top is removed. It is also detachable, so it can be attached to the bottom side. In this case, when using the PC case on a desk, it can be inconvenient to frequently disconnect and combine, such as when installing a USB memory. Configurable. The port configuration, from left to right, consists of a light color, mode change button, audio jack, reset and power button, and two Type-A USB 3.0 terminals and a Type C terminal.
Up to 140mm cooling fan can be installed on the rear, and 8 reusable PCI slots are configured. Since there is no intermediate structure between the slot and the slot, the graphic card can be vertically mounted using a separate riser kit, etc., and the power mounting part is separated by a chamber, so it is possible to assemble the computer body neatly. At the bottom, the replaceable dust filter tray mount is wide enough to match power supplies of various sizes, and it can be easily removed to clean the filter.
Through the internal design of Lian Li Lancool 3, you can check the true nature of the product. Except for the skeleton that supports the computer case, most parts can be easily disassembled through hinges and screws, and the modular bracket and guide configuration lead to increased ease of use and improved expandability. Looking at the internal design, the motherboard supports the E-ATX and Mini-ITX form factors, and the CPU cooler up to 187mm and the graphics card up to 435mm can be installed. In particular, it is possible to mount up to three 140mm cooling fans or 420mm radiators on both the top and front parts, boasting amazing expandability.
Most of the brackets are composed of screws or hinges, so they can be easily removed without a separate tool, and various types of guides allow more creative and efficient use of internal space. Although it is a middle tower product, the reason that it was able to increase the expandability is the organic composition between each part. In particular, Lian Li Lancool 3 can expand or shrink its internal structure depending on the size of the main board or GPU used. If you are using an E-ATX or a fairly large GPU, there are bound to be restrictions on the configuration of the fan bracket and lower chamber on the inner side. . Thanks to this, the lower chamber, which has become more free, can be equipped with three 120mm cooling fans or 360mm radiators, SSDs, etc. has been able to
In the case of Lian Li LANCOOL III RGB, if you remove the front panel, you can see that there are three 140mm cooling fans that support addressing, that is, ADD RGB. The bracket for mounting the cooling fan is also removable, and by turning the bracket over, you can secure a space of 40mm up to 100mm, so you can configure a cooling environment optimized for your system scenario.
Of course, a highly expandable PC case takes up a lot of space when assembling a computer, as there are many cables configured for lighting and cooling devices, and each cable tends to get messy. Lian Li LANCOOL III RGB has cable holes in various places, and Velcro holders are provided around it, and it provides a wide space for selection and easy line arrangement, providing excellent satisfaction. In particular, the metal cover that is fixed through the magnetic shield covers it, making it possible to complete a fairly neat side. If the cover is a bit boring, you can decorate it with a magnetic name plate or decoration, which can be seen from the outside through the tempered glass panel.
A tray dedicated to SSD is configured under the motherboard mounting part. By applying the toolless method, the 2.5-inch SSD can be combined without tools and can be replaced quickly.
When you open the PSU shroud cover, you can see the sliding drive cage. Each cage is equipped with a bracket for universal mounting of SSD/HDD, and two additional brackets are combined to provide a total of four brackets. In addition, the shroud cover itself has a mounting guide for mounting the SSD, so a total of 4 HDDs or 12 SSDs can be used.
On the side of the cage, there is about 220mm of PSU mounting space, which allows for more space when moving or removing the cage. In particular, a PSU bracket is provided on the rear panel so that the PSU can be fastened from the outside and pushed inside. This helps protect the product from scratches that may occur while installing the power supply inside, and helps to install the PSU easily. .
The cable for interworking with the motherboard consists of a SATA cable for supplying power to the controller, an audio terminal, a 5V 3-pin RGB terminal and a PWM terminal for interworking with an RGB cooling fan, and two types of cables for USB use. Uniquely, Lian Li LANCOOL III RGB is equipped with an LED controller on the I/O panel so that the LED effects can be linked, and both the power and LED terminals of each cooling fan are pre-coupled, so they can be connected directly to the main board. Available. In particular, if you look at the power supply, you can see that it supports easy connection with the main board using a 9-pin integrated header.
It looks like a simple assembly. As you can see in the photo, it is possible to organize neat lines, and by utilizing the space at the front and the bottom, you can see that the air flow can be focused on dissipating the heat of major parts such as CPU and GPU. Since there is plenty of free space, it is possible to build prefabricated computers with more diverse scenarios.
Like the RGB model, you can create a very different atmosphere with a slightly more colorful lighting effect. By using the color and mode change button, you can change the color and turn off the LED, and you can build a gorgeous tuning computer with its own 7 effects or main board-linked effects.
In this way, we took a look at Lian Li Lancool 3, a high-performance computer case that provides powerful expandability and cooling performance. It is a premium model that was completed by making use of the features of the previous generation and improving the complementary points. The unprecedented modularity and high compatibility provide a high level of satisfaction that is different from the Lian Li O11 series. In particular, recently, the heat dissipation of the GPU beyond the temperature of the CPU is also an important point in the configuration of a high-performance computer. Of course, the price is on the high side as far as the product is complete, but if you are looking for a premium computer case that considers stable cooling performance, expandability, and ease of use for your gaming computer, we recommend this product.
