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Published on February 6th, 2023 | by Tony Smith

Cooler Master CMP 320 Review

Cooler Master CMP 320 Review Tony Smith
Score

Summary: The Cooler Master CMP 320 provides room to move

4

Mini-gaming


The new CMP 320 is a mini-tower from Cooler Master that provides gamers with a smaller form-factor case that not only boasts premium aesthetics but RGB lighting with a tempered glass side to showcase the insides of your rig. It also ensures optimal thermals so you can fine-tune your rig (e.g. overclocking) for maximum performance on smaller motherboards that include the Mini ITX and Micro ATX boards.

In terms of cooling, the Cooler Master CMP 320 comes with two 120mm ARGB Fans plus a mesh filtration system to help in preventing dust build-up inside the case. Further, the case has enough room for an additional six fans plus radiator support (up to 240m) for liquid cooling options. Gamers will also appreciate that the CMP 320 can hold a graphics card up to 365mm, including a CPU cooler of up to 163.5mm. So as you can see, there is quite a bit of room to navigate and more importantly manage your components, all while keeping your case smaller.

The aesthetics of the Cooler Master CMP 320 is quite streamlined and definitely sets itself apart from the more mainstream cases with its angular edges. The left side of the case is tempered glass that allows you to look inside your rig and when matched with RGB lighting, it creates an impressive beast. Another highlight is that the case is a good size with plenty of room inside to move while building your dream machine. The case itself measures at 445.5 (Length) x 204 (Width) x 425mm (Height) with a 38.52L capacity.

Specifications

  • Model Number: CP320-KGNN-S00
  • Exterior Color: Black
  • Materials (Exterior): Steel, Plastic
  • Materials (Left Side Panel): Tempered Glass
  • Dimensions (L x W x H): 5 x 204 x 425mm (Incl. Protrusions), 431.8 x 204 x 410mm (Excl. Protrusions)
  • Volume 52L (Excl. Protrusions)
  • Motherboard Support: Mini ITX, Micro ATX
  • Expansion Slots: 4
  • 5″ / 3.5″ Drive Bays (Combo): 2
  • 5″ Drive Bays: 2
  • I/O Panel: 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x USB 2.0, 1x 3.5mm Headset Jack (Audio+Mic)
  • ARGB Controller: ARGB Fans Hub
  • Pre-installed Fans – Front: 2x CF120 ARGB
  • Fan Support – Top :2x 120mm, 2x 140mm
  • Fan Support – Front: 2x120mm/3x120mm (*Installed inside the case only)
  • Fan Support – Rear: 1x 120mm
  • Radiator Support: Top 120mm, 140mm, 240mm, 280mm
    (*Recommend AIO tubes face rear to avoid interference)
  • Radiator Support – Front: 120mm, 240mm
  • Radiator Support – Rear:120mm
  • Clearance – CPU Cooler: 163.5mm
  • Clearance – PSU: 160mm
  • Clearance – GFX: 365mm (without front fans & radiator)
  • Cable Routing: 16.5mm
  • Dust Filters: Top, Bottom
  • Power Supply Support: Bottom Mount, ATX
  • Warranty: 2 years
  • Series: CMP Series
  • Size: Mini Tower

Unboxing

We tested the Cooler Master CMP 320 with an Intel Core i9-13900K that included ASRock Z690 PHANTOM GAMING-ITX/TB4 motherboard, Cooler Master MasterLiquid PL240 Flux, Super Flower Leadex Platinum SE 1000W, WD_Black SN750 SE NVMe SSD, Kingston FURY Renegade DDR5 RGB Memory and a AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT. Needless to say these components easily fitted inside the case with no issues whatsoever. While smaller cases are excellent for those looking to minimise space, it does limit you to the motherboard size and my only complaint with this case is that the I/O panel only has one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A port. However this is generally a shortfall of a large cohort of cases.

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Final Thoughts?

The Cooler Master CMP 320 retails for around $99AUS (Feb 2023) and provides users with a mini tower that is capable to handle the latest components. It is also a good entry level case for those looking to upgrade or build a rig on a budget that also looks ‘gamer’, particularly when matched with RGB lighting that really stands out with its black colouring. Add in impressive cooling options and if you’re seeking that smaller form factor case, the Cooler Master CMP 320 is an overall winner plus 2-years warranty for peace of mind.

Recommended!

For more information, please visit https://www.coolermaster.com/catalog/cases/mini-tower/cmp-320

Features

  • Two 120mm CF120 Fans
    Pre-installed with two 120mm CF120 fans, CMP 320 ensures stunning aesthetics, eye-catching design, and thermal excellence.
  • ARGB/FAN HUB
    The included controller allows users to manage systems lighting independently from the hardware configuration and provides the user with 4 additional fan headers in case of need.
  • Mesh Geode Front Panel
    Inspired by asymmetrical crystal formations, the mesh front panel offers generous intake and efficient dust filtration.
  • Versatile Cooling Options
    Support for up to six fans and front, top, and rear radiator support ensure that performance is not compromised.
  • Full Black Coating & PSU Cover
    Let your system stand out with an all-black background and a PSU cover to hide cables.
  • Room for Upgrades
    Support for up to a 365mm graphics card, a 163.5mm CPU cooler, and multiple fans/radiators locations provides room for upgrades.
  • Breathable Power Supply Shroud
    The ventilated PSU cover supports both active and passive cooled PSUs installed in multiple orientations.


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