I 'UPGRADED' Again... Why THIS is my Favourite PC CASE! 👉 Asus ProArt PA602 Case Review

So This is my 'new' Latest PC build. This is what we're using for our editing purposes. Here's me explaining all the benefits and downsides and Why we chose to swap!

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Video produced by Lauri Pesur
Edited by Sam Ruddick
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0:00 Intro
0:27 Sponsored Segment
0:50 PA Z790 Issues...
1:30 Releasing the panels
3:25 SMART Dust Filter?!
4:00 INSANE Front Panel Fans
4:57 Included fans
5:23 TOP of the Case & Cooling Support
6:50 Special Front Panel IO
9:05 Special GPU lock
9:45 Back PC Ventilation
10:46 Cable Management & Fragile Straps
12:00 My PC Specs & 12VHPWR cable
13:00 GPU Sag Support
13:00 Airflow design
14:30 Easy Access PSU
15:50 1 Downside...
16:45 Minnect

[Darth-TBAG]

I love ASUS! They have the best coil whine and RMA practices

[tinu_singham]

Guys my mistake on choosing Liquid Freezer III 420 for my Proart PA602 case is a no, because this case only allows a radiator lower 34mm thick, somehow I managed to squeeze in, just that I am unable to close the top grill of the case fully, its a bad choice to choose artic aio as those radiator are massively thick . So if your going with 420 case, make sure the radiator is lower then 34mm

[tomwojtowicz]

UPDATE (11/26/2024): After just under 6 months my 'Clean dust filter' light came on. Only had to rock the front fan guard out about 2 inches to remove the filter and all it took was a light brush to clean it. The filter easily slid out and back in. I can now confirm that the dust sensor works! :)

I bought the case based on your Ultimate Dream Creator Workstation video. I love it!

This is the quietest case I have ever owned, but if you listen very very carefully, you can still hear fans/pump in a quiet room (… and you probably won’t notice that sound until you turn the unit off).

Some things I found while assembling:

- documentation is not a strong point with Asus. The diagrams for mounting the cooler were not clear and I ended up re-assembling the radiator and fans twice.

- You definitely need screwdrivers with a strong magnetic tip. Working with screws in some tight areas was very difficult without one.

- Mounting the Asus AIO was a major pain. The standoffs for the pump just barely came through the mounting frame enough for me to catch them with the thumb screws. I actually had to apply pressure to force the standoff threads high enough to be captured before I could screw the pump block down, and the thermal paste actually slipped when trying to get this mount to connect.

- To use the recommended 1500 watt PSU with the stock cables, I had to abandon the internal shroud because the cables are very stiff, and there were manufacturers warnings about how much one could bend them. I also had to eliminate the double drive cage to allow me to store the cables without causing too much stress. The build shown in the video shows custom cables being used, and that may be the way to avoid what I had to go through. Contrary to the video – the internal shroud removal is a ‘pain’ and should be re-worked in later revisions to have some type of a quick release function.

- As for the back cable management, I also have let some of the cables dangle. I also need to swap in 3.5” hard drives for external backups so I keep the back panel off.

- Airflow is unbelievable. Standing 5 feet from the back of the case I can feel the air from the fans (and they are at ‘idle’ speed!). I’ve never had the fans reach full rpm when working with Photoshop or Lightroom. Maybe when I add Microsoft flight simulator will I see the fans hit full RPM.

- I don’t need a glass side panel since this is a dark build, so I replaced it with a solid black panel I made using corrugated plastic board. This will also allow me to add an additional 200mm fan from my old case. I also replaced the screws on the slot covers with thumbscrews from my old case.

Overall, I’m happy with the case and the AIO combination (once I finally got it assembled). There is room/need for improvements to some of the features. Being able to mount an AIO in the front panel area would be a plus. Also, several of the screws for mounting hardware should be replaced with thumbscrews. This case has screws – lots of screws! Asus should also consider offering a solid metal side panel (possibly with fan mounts) as an option. Sorry for being so long with my comment :)

[MsKendorf]

I bought this product. Quiet, professional appearance, excellent ventilation. I love it.

[Magg-m]

I think Asus really nailed it with this new case, it strikes a good balance between form and function. I do prefer the Asus ProArt PA602 Wood version over the more muted standard version, but this is mainly for aesthetics.
When building a new PC, I always opt for larger fans whenever possible, since they move more air at lower RPM. You get the best of both worlds here, with lower fan noise but without sacrificing performance. Once again, Asus hit the mark by placing the two large 200mm fans on the front of the case. There are many more pros mentioned in this video, and I'm glad that we have a new case that aims to stand apart from the rest but also offers great aesthetics and performance. We need more cases like the Asus ProArt PA602, one that covers a niche market (content creators) but it also competes with mainstream cases. Awesome job Asus and thanks Tech Notice for covering this case.

[mmremugamesmm]

Clearly you love Asus, I like Asus to, let's hope customer service after sales get better. It's clear that allot of people like them and feel let down by them. Case is nice.

[MikeAzul]

This is probably the other best cooling option for a case to get since the Fractal Design Torrent does not have enough aio, cable, or hdd/ssd space. It’s reigned on top of the best cooling charts for years but unfortunately it’s strangely only for water cooling. I’ve been hoping they updated the model to have more space. Wonder how this PA602 would compare to it.

Asus’ marketing and creator centered product lines are beautiful but i worry about their long term quality and especially their customer service which from my past experience has been lackluster.

[bradclooney]

I just got the wooden edition because I thought the Fractal North felt like a toy and super flimsy. This case is 100x better, absolutely love it.

[vladimirganesh]

Love the builds and videos! As a 3D designer this Proart aesthetic is professional and stealth...love it. I have the 2024 P16 but now need a desktop...here's an idea for a themed build for 2025 when you showcase some 2025 Proart gear. Proart X Knight Rider...this is something Id like to do/see. KITT was black with a gold/tan interior with the small screens and lights...and the FLAG truck was black and gold...perfect match for Proart...incorporate some red leds/lights like KITT's scanner and I think this could look pretty menacing...maybe you could also do a "KARR" version. I think that could make a pretty good video. Cheers brother! 😉🍻

[thomastran]

I built my first PC in this PA602 case and it is "new builder friendly". I love it. Be careful of radiator thickness, must be below 34mm or it won't fit in.

[fto]

I'm gonna buy it this holiday season and built my 5th pc overall. Asus never let me down 15 years now, i hope all goes well

[isevery]

Its an awesome case, and if it was the same price as the North XL, I think it'd be the one for me! But I cant justify an extra £80/$100 for it over my north, particularly when I would feel pressured into buying their 420mm AIO rather than the Arctic 420mm which I got instead.

[Luuniixo]

Btw you can change the position of the golden letter badge on the front panel so cool.

[squatch]

Do you prefer this case over the Fractal Torrent?

[JoeyFrantzGoalieCoaching]

Could you please make a video fully dedicated to pros/cons of why a creator would want dual GPU's? I've learned how it no longer makes sense for gamers anymore, but educate us why and where it is advantageous for creators. How it works(or doesn't) in Davinci Resolve vs Premiere Pro? Mixing different brands of GPU's. Or going Dual A770's for still less money than a single 4080 super. Thank you!! I've learned a ton specifically from your channel specifically

[aliensounddigital]

Really wish this case had a removable mobo tray. Love that concept. I'm thinking about getting this. It's priced like a full/ultra tower though. Comes with a gpu holder and no (vertical riser cable included grrr). Love that extra for less than the pro 901. The price is pretty steep. If the price was $30 less. Would be a no brainer. The pro 901 is about $39+/- more.

[PatrickBarnaby]

Mr Tech I paused the video at 02:17 and noticed something interesting vs NZXT H7 FLOW RGB Case which is also screwless. I can easily insert Graphics card where in the NZXT the rim at the side makes it tight to screw in screws where in this ProArt Case no such problem. In the ProArt Case the side rim makes space for inserting Graphics Card. NZXT take notice! The ProArt Case looks good, except too big. Mid Tower version of this Case would be good.
In my NZXT H7 FLOW RGB Case I haven't yet installed all the Fans I purchased for the Build. The one single for the back of the Case and the Three Block Fans for the Bottom of the Case. So far there's just Six Fans and the Water Cooler is 30 Degrees and the Motherboard Led Light Says between 37 - 41 Degrees. Now I'm wondering do I need the other Fans? I think installing the Fan at the back of the Case it looks better since The NZXT H7 FLOW is also glass on the side. Tech what's your temps in the ProArt Case?
Tech Notice I'm thinking "lets say that I wanted to transfer my build in the NZXT to the ASUS PRO ART would you take of the WaterCooler from the Motherboard or leave it on while you transfered?" My NZXT WaterCooler has Thermal Paste already on it so if I was to take it of I would have to clean and insert more Thermal Paste or is it possible to leave the Motherboard and WaterCooler still connected? Tech "what do you think?"

[youknowwho]

Love the technical choices they made. I just really wish it had a nice metal or wooden front and a steel mesh side, like the Fractal North. Much prefer that as a professional machine to plastic front, glass side.

[McMeatBag]

The proart line is very aesthetic, but dang the price.

[uxmentor]

How does this case stands in terms of sound dampening / noise levels compared to previous ones - Antec and 802 silent base. Be quiet??