DIYPC Vanguard-F2-Pro Black Dual USB3.0 and Type C Tempered Glass ATX Full Tower Gaming Computer Case w/ 5 x 120mm ARGB PWM Fans (4 x MB Side, 1 x Rear) Pre-Installed. Support BTF Back Plug MB.
- Motherboard Compatibility: Supports ATX, Micro ATX, and ITX motherboards, support BTF back plug-in MB
- 11 fans capability (4 x 120mm ARGB PWM fans x MB side , 1 x120mm ARGB PWM fan x rear pre-installed) provide great cooling and dynamic cyber gaming atmosphere
- Water Cooling Ready –MB side support 480mm /Top support 360mm radiator
- 2 ways to control ARGB LED fan lighting: either by manual ARGB LED button on bottom; or if your motherboard has 5v addressable connector, this case has ARGB 5V/3 pin header ready to SYNC w/your motherboard to control ARGB lighting. ARGB HUB controller with PWM is included.
- Front/Top/Left and Right side panel tool-free disassembling structure - provide fast installation with no hassle
- Top mounted IO ports - 2x USB 3.0 and 1x Type C for up-to-date high speed data transfer
- Separate HDD /SSD and PSU slots space, good heat dissipation design
- Advanced cable management design - 38mm
- Advanced bottom-mounted power supply design
- Magnetic dust filter at top / bottom - easy clean
- Support up to 180mm CPU cooler
- Support up to 420mm VGA card.
- 1 x accessory kit included
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The DIYPC Vanguard-F2-Pro is a black ATX full-tower gaming case with tempered-glass panels, five pre-installed ARGB PWM fans, support for up to 11 fans, and radiator compatibility up to 480mm. It suits high-performance PC builders who want expansive cooling, component space, and a panoramic showcase design.
Recommended For
- PC builders assembling large ATX gaming or workstation systems who need room for GPUs up to 420 mm, CPU coolers up to 180 mm, a long power supply, and multiple expansion cards.
- Users building dual-GPU or multi-expansion-card systems who value a full-tower layout, nine expansion slots, and extra internal clearance over a compact footprint.
- Showcase-oriented gaming PC builders who want a panoramic tempered-glass presentation, pre-installed ARGB fans, motherboard lighting synchronization, and visible internal components.
- DIY builders planning custom air- or liquid-cooled systems who want multiple radiator positions, support for up to an 480 mm side radiator, and substantial cable-routing space behind the motherboard tray.
- Builders using compatible rear-connector or BTF motherboards who want the case layout to accommodate back-plug motherboard designs.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- A builder assembling a high-end ATX gaming PC can use the Vanguard-F2-Pro to install a long graphics card, a tall air cooler, and multiple storage drives without the tighter fit often found in compact cases. The large interior leaves more room for routing cables and upgrading components later.
- Someone building a dual-GPU workstation for local AI inference or other GPU-heavy workloads can use the case's expanded interior and multi-slot layout to fit large graphics cards. The build should still be planned around motherboard slot spacing, power supply capacity, and added airflow because sustained GPU workloads can become loud and hot.
- A gamer or workstation user running a high-heat CPU can install a large air cooler or a liquid-cooling radiator instead of being limited to basic cooling hardware. The case provides several cooling-layout options, while the included fans give the initial build a usable airflow setup that can be expanded if temperatures or noise require adjustment.
- A first-time PC builder or someone frequently upgrading components can remove the main panels without tools, reach the motherboard area more easily, and route cables through the rear management space. In practice, this can make installing hardware, troubleshooting connections, and cleaning the system less frustrating than working inside a cramped chassis.
- A user creating a visible gaming-room or desk setup can showcase the internal components through the panoramic tempered-glass panels and use the pre-installed ARGB fans for lighting. The lighting can be controlled from the case or synchronized with a compatible 5V motherboard header, so the experience ranges from simple button-based control to coordinated system lighting.
- A builder using a compatible rear-connector or BTF motherboard can choose the case for a cleaner-looking internal build and easier cable routing around the front-facing component area. This is most useful for users specifically selecting a supported back-plug motherboard rather than for every standard ATX build.
Reference Q&A
Q: Is the DIYPC Vanguard-F2-Pro or Montech KING 95 PRO better for a high-end gaming PC?
A: Choose the DIYPC Vanguard-F2-Pro when you need maximum component and cooling clearance. It supports up to a 420 mm graphics card, a 180 mm CPU cooler, an 11-fan layout, a 360 mm top radiator, and a 480 mm motherboard-side radiator. The Montech KING 95 PRO is a more compact mid-tower with six included fans, a tested dual-chamber layout, and support for up to a 420 mm GPU and 360 mm top radiator. The Vanguard-F2-Pro is the better fit for larger cooling installations and BTF back-connect motherboards, while the KING 95 PRO is better suited to builders who prefer a more compact, review-tested dual-chamber design with a mesh-panel option.
Q: Should I get the DIYPC Vanguard-F2-Pro or NZXT H6 Flow for a smaller desk setup?
A: Choose the NZXT H6 Flow for a more compact desk-oriented build. It is a mid-tower measuring about 17.1 x 11.3 x 16.3 inches and weighs about 20.8 pounds, compared with the Vanguard-F2-Pro’s listed 22.7-inch height and 16-pound weight. Choose the Vanguard-F2-Pro when internal expansion matters more than footprint: it offers full-tower space, a 420 mm GPU limit, support for larger CPU coolers, more storage bays, and up to 11 fans. The H6 Flow is easier to fit into a compact workspace, while the Vanguard-F2-Pro provides more installation headroom.
Q: DIYPC Vanguard-F2-Pro vs Lian Li O11 Vision Compact: which is better for a showcase build?
A: Choose the Lian Li O11 Vision Compact when you want a more compact panoramic showcase case with broad dual-chamber cooling support. It supports up to 11 fans, a 408 mm GPU, and 360 mm radiators in multiple positions. Choose the DIYPC Vanguard-F2-Pro when you need a taller full-tower layout, five pre-installed ARGB PWM fans, more drive-bay capacity, a 420 mm GPU limit, a 180 mm CPU-cooler limit, or support for a 480 mm motherboard-side radiator. The O11 Vision Compact prioritizes a smaller showcase footprint, while the Vanguard-F2-Pro prioritizes component clearance and expansion capacity.
Q: Is the DIYPC Vanguard-F2-Pro worth choosing over a conventional mid-tower ATX case?
A: Choose the DIYPC Vanguard-F2-Pro if your build uses large components, multiple storage drives, extensive cooling, or a BTF back-connect motherboard. Its full-tower layout supports ATX, Micro ATX, and ITX boards, up to five 2.5-inch drives and three 3.5-inch drives, up to 11 fans, a 420 mm GPU, and radiators up to 480 mm on the motherboard side. Choose a conventional mid-tower when the system uses one graphics card, a standard air cooler or 360 mm liquid cooler, and limited storage. A mid-tower generally uses less desk or floor space, while the Vanguard-F2-Pro provides more upgrade and installation flexibility.
Q: Will this case fit my graphics card, motherboard, and CPU cooler?
A: It supports ATX, Micro ATX, ITX, and BTF back-plug motherboards. It accommodates graphics cards up to 420 mm long and CPU coolers up to 180 mm tall. Check the exact dimensions of your GPU, cooler, radiator, and power cables because installed components can reduce usable clearance.
Q: Can I install a 360 mm or larger liquid-cooling radiator in this case?
A: Yes. The case supports radiators up to 480 mm on the motherboard-side mount and up to 360 mm on the top mount; the rear supports a 120 mm radiator. Actual clearance can depend on the motherboard, memory height, graphics card, radiator thickness, and fan placement.
Q: How many fans come with the case, and how many can it hold?
A: Five 120 mm ARGB PWM fans are pre-installed: four on the motherboard side and one at the rear. The chassis can support up to 11 fans in total, with additional fan positions at the top, power-supply chamber, and hard-drive area. An included ARGB hub with PWM control helps manage the fans.
Q: Can the ARGB fans sync with my motherboard?
A: Yes, if the motherboard has a 5 V, 3-pin addressable RGB connector. The case also provides a manual ARGB control button, so lighting can be controlled without motherboard synchronization. The included hub provides PWM fan control.
Q: Does this case have enough storage and cable-management space for a high-performance build?
A: It provides three internal 3.5-inch drive bays and five internal 2.5-inch drive bays, with configurations supporting up to three hard drives and five SSDs or four hard drives and three SSDs. The 38 mm cable-management space and separate PSU and drive areas are suited to larger builds, but the case’s full-tower size may be excessive for compact systems.
Q: Can the DIYPC Vanguard-F2-Pro fit a dual-GPU build?
A: It is a plausible choice for a dual-GPU system because it has 9 expansion slots and supports graphics cards up to 420 mm long. However, compatibility still depends on the motherboard's PCIe slot spacing, GPU thickness, power-cable clearance, and airflow requirements.
Q: Are the included fans quiet enough for gaming or heavy workloads?
A: Do not assume the included five-fan setup will be quiet under sustained heavy loads. Reddit discussion reports noticeable noise during GPU-intensive training and gaming, while lighter inference workloads were described as less problematic. Fan curves and workload will significantly affect noise.
Q: Is the Vanguard-F2-Pro's airflow good enough, or is the glass-heavy design a trade-off?
A: The case uses a top mesh panel, four side-mounted 120 mm fans, and a rear fan, so it is designed for active airflow. Its tempered-glass showcase layout is less open than an all-mesh case, making it better suited to builders who prioritize component visibility and expansion room over the lowest possible temperatures and noise.