Corsair Warthog Case Review

Corsair showed us the Warthog case at Computex and we loved what they have done with this overhaul of the mid-tower Frame 4000D. The panels on this case are rugged steel with a military green finish that looks (slightly) better than the alternate black paint job, and they have added a pair of 200mm fans at the front.

Time stamps
00:00 Introduction
00:59 Pricing / Removing panels
02:55 Front I/O
03:12 Rear and Top Panel
03:40 Specifications / Cooling Support
04:38 Accessories
06:08 Interesting Features
06:32 Building a PC
09:36 Stress testing / results
11:25 Closing Thoughts

Main features

• Built to Last – The ruggedised aesthetic is not just for looks. The chassis combines thick steel, rigid construction, and functional venting for excellent airflow.
  Integrated Carry Handles – Top-mounted handles are structurally integrated into the chassis, allowing the case to be lifted and carried with confidence, without concern over durability.
• Protected Front I/O Buttons – Protective guards on either side help prevent accidental presses, while the flip-up reset button cover adds a distinctive visual touch.
• Versatile Connectivity – Front I/O includes two easily accessible USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports and one USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C port for charging and connectivity.
• Rear I/O Lighting – A switch on the front I/O activates the rear lighting to illuminate the back of the system, making it easier to connect cables and components without guesswork.
• RS PWM Fans – (Warthog RS only) Dual RS200 high performance 200mm fans are pre-installed at the front of the case as intakes, with a RS120 fan at the rear for exhaust. The fans support daisy chainable connections and Zero RPM mode for near silent operation at low loads. Each fan is controllable via a standard motherboard 4-pin PWM connector, or a fan controller such as the Corsair Commander Duo.
• Compact PSU Shroud – The compact PSU shroud preserves space for advanced cooling configurations. It supports a 120mm fan mounted on the case floor directly in front of the shroud, increasing airflow to the GPU area. The ventilated top surface can further improve airflow when paired with a 120mm fan.
• Rugged Side Panels – Rugged side panels slot into the lower channel and secure with a tilt-and-clip mechanism, providing a durable design that allows for easy installation and removal.
• 3D-Y Pattern Airflow Panel – Optimised for high airflow, the front and top panels use a 3D-Y pattern that increases airflow by 12.7% compared to standard flat cut-outs, creating a low-obstruction path for cool air.
• Dual 360mm Radiator Support – Keep cool with support for 360mm radiators in three mounting locations: front, roof, and side. Mount up to 13x 120mm fans simultaneously to maintain strong, efficient airflow.
• Reverse Connection Motherboard Support – Validated for Asus BTF, MSI Project Zero, and Gigabyte Project Stealth motherboards, with extensive connector cutouts and tie downs to keep cables tidy even where they are not visible.
• Flexible Storage Options – The included drive tray supports one 3.5″ hard drive or two 2.5″ SSDs. The tray can also be removed entirely to free up space for cable routing.
• Frame Modular Case System – Select components of the case are user-replaceable to fit your need, including the motherboard tray and PSU shroud
• Solid GPU Support – Today’s graphics cards are larger and heavier than ever, which is why this case includes a GPU Anti-sag Stabilisation Arm to keep your graphics card properly supported. This case supports graphics cards up to 430mm long without front fans, or up to 400mm long with the 30mm-thick RS200 fans installed.
• Corsair InfiniRail Fan Mounting System – A steel multi-point mounting system offers exceptional flexibility in front and roof fan configuration. Simply slide the rail to mount fans up to 200mm in the front and up to 140mm in the roof, allowing precise placement for airflow without fixed mounting constraints.
• RapidRoute 2.0 Cable Management – A pegboard style motherboard tray provides customisable mounting points for tie downs and buckles. Includes six cinching straps and two wire loom pairs to secure excess cable length for a clean interior, with the option to 3D print additional accessories. Increased spacing behind the motherboard tray further improves cable management
• QuikMount Screws – Motherboard screws that easily attach to a magnetic driver, reducing dropped screws during installation and the built-in run-off protection minimises accidental contact with the motherboard.

Specification:

• Motherboard support: E-ATX (up to 277mm), ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX.
• Power supply support: ATX.
• Expansion slots: 7.
• Included fans: 2x 200mm RS200 front intake (max 1,000rpm), 1x 120mm RS120 rear exhaust (max 2,100rpm).
• Fan mounts: 3x 120mm/2x 140mm/2x 200mm front, 3x 120mm/2x 140mm side, 3x 120mm/2x 140mm roof, 1x 120mm/140mm rear, 2x 120mm PSU shroud, 1x 120mm floor.
• Radiator mounts: 360mm/280mm front, 360mm/280mm side, 360mm/280mm roof, 120mm/140mm rear.
• 5.25-inch optical drive bays: None.
• Internal drive bays: 1x 3.5-inch or 2x 2.5-inch.
• Front I/O ports: 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C 20Gbps, audio.
• Dimensions: 534mm H x 546mm D x 284mm W.

Testing

To put this case through its cooling paces we will be using a test system consisting of an Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus, Palit RTX 5080 and an SSD. This system allows us to produce a substantial amount of heat and effectively test the Corsair Warthog’s cooling capabilities.

Test System:

• Processor: Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus
• CPU Cooler: Corsair Nautilus 360 RS LCD
• Motherboard: MSI MPG Z890 Carbon WiFi
• Memory: 48GB Corsair Vengeance RGB DDR5 8400
• Graphics card: Palit RTX 5080 Gamerock OC 16GB
• Power supply: Corsair HX1000x Shift 1000W Platinum
• SSD: Corsair 2TB MP600 Elite M.2 NVMe
• OS: Windows 11 Pro

Cooling Performance

Cooling Performance Overview

We stressed the Warthog with 700W of gaming hardware and it pulled through reasonably well, however the fans got incredibly noisy when they were ramped up to full speed. While the Warthog works well enough there are many cases on the market that work more effectively.

Closing Thoughts

The idea behind the Corsair Warthog began life as the Vengeance C70 way back in 2012, however the modern version is completely different

In essence we have a heavily modded Frame 4000D that comes with two 200mm fans at the front and some funky military green styling. The result is that the the Warthog stands out from the endless lines of glass cases with ARGB lighting and gives us something novel and interesting.

As we discuss in our video, the Warthog is a decent case that has made a few compromises to ensure the styling is absolutely on point. On the styling side of things Corsair has delivered a triumph and scored a major success, and that should be enough information for many people to make their buying decision.

If you need to dig further and also consider the cost and cooling airflow then things get slightly more complicated as the Warthog is a decent case that looks fantastic but costs a small fortune.

You will be able to buy the Corsair Warthog RS for £199.99 (regular Warthog is £169.99).

Pros:

• We love the military styling.
• Solid construction with chunky steel panels.
• Bare minimum of RGB lighting.

Cons:

• Cooling is so-so.
• The side panels have to come off before the top cover can be removed.
• The front door doesn’t lift off its hinges without removing screws.

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