When industrial mecha aesthetics collide with open-frame cooling architecture, the GAMEMAX BLADE CONCEPT ATX gaming chassis redefines the visual boundaries of high-end MOD systems with its "steel claw" design language. This limited-edition concept chassis not only inherits the cooling advantages of open-frame structures but also serves as a dual carrier for hardware display and performance release, featuring dynamic claw-mark lighting from 277 LEDs and full-metal CNC precision craftsmanship.
The core design of BLADE CONCEPT revolves around the imagery of a "predator's claw": laser-cut metal frames outline the skeletal contours of a mechanical claw, while the left panel uses a 45° inclined metal fold to simulate the dynamic sense of a claw tearing through space. Paired with customizable RGB claw-mark light strips, the 277 LEDs animate in 12 modes—gradient, breathing, chasing—to mimic light scratches, creating a visually striking tension in dark environments. As a Reddit user commented, "It’s not just a chassis; it’s a dormant cyber-mech."
The all-metal body employs SPCC steel with 1.0-3.0mm thickness, formed via CNC milling to achieve 0.5mm precision in joint structures. Notably, six sets of magnetic dust filters are hidden in frame seams (though not mentioned in documentation, 实测 shows they can be detached via bottom grilles), integrating functionality into aesthetics. This design earned it a "Best Concept Chassis" nomination at the 2025 Germany Computex.
As an ATX-spec open-frame chassis, BLADE CONCEPT centers on "zero-blind-zone cooling":
Space Compatibility: Supports 400mm ultra-long graphics cards (e.g., RTX 4090 FE) and 105mm-tall CPU coolers (Noctua NH-D15 requires inverted installation). The motherboard’s rear reserves space for a 360mm water cooling radiator, and with the vertical GPU bracket (included PCIe 4.0 x16 extension cable), it enables a dual-loop cooling scheme of "CPU radiator on top + GPU radiator on the back."
Airflow Logic: Though fans aren’t pre-installed, the bottom metal grille and top open frame form a natural convection channel. In tests with an i9-13900K + RTX 4080 setup, the open-frame design reduced CPU temperature by 11℃ and GPU temperature by 8℃ compared to traditional chassis, verifying the philosophy that "no shell is the best airflow."
Future-proof Interfaces: The I/O panel integrates 2×USB 3.1 Gen2 and 1×Type-C Gen2 with symmetric plug design for left/right installation. With the built-in GMX V4.0 ARGB/PWM hub (supporting 9 fans + 9 light strips), users can synchronize lighting and fan speeds via the included remote.
BLADE CONCEPT’s "playability" lies in its triple modular design:
GPU Installation Freedom: Beyond traditional horizontal mounting, three vertical PCIe slots support vertical or angled GPU installation (additional 支架 required). With a tempered glass side panel (optional), it creates a "floating GPU" visual effect.
Storage Expansion: 2×3.5-inch HDD and 2×2.5-inch SSD bays are hidden behind the motherboard tray, fixed by quick-release metal brackets—keeping front hardware display unobstructed while meeting gaming storage needs.
Lighting Customization: Claw-mark light strips sync with motherboard ARGB, allowing users to map lighting to CPU load curves via GAMEMAX’s official software or customize themes for games like Cyberpunk 2077. r/modpc community has featured multiple "cyber-claw" modification cases.
Hardcore MOD Enthusiasts: The all-metal frame provides an ideal base for 3D-printed mods. For example, some users added miniature mechanical arm models in frame gaps, pairing with light strips to create a "mechanical claw holding the chassis" scene.
Performance Display Needs: With a net weight of 12.5kg and dimensions 498×254×463mm, it suits fixed display (e.g., desktops or wall mounts). An esports hotel even installed BLADE CONCEPT in wall arrays, using unified claw lighting to craft a cyberpunk atmosphere.
Heat-sensitive Users: For overclockers, the open frame eliminates tedious airflow optimization. In tests, an i7-14700K overclocked to 5.8GHz stayed below 82℃ under air cooling.
Compared to same-price open-frame chassis like Thermaltake Core P90 ($160), BLADE CONCEPT targets the high end with "design premium":
Advantages: Claw lighting system, full-metal CNC craftsmanship, standard PCIe 4.0 extension cable (Core P90 requires extra purchase);
Limitations: No pre-installed fans, additional dust protection needed (recommend 3M electrostatic dust filters), 14.2kg gross weight hinders portability.
Priced at $249, it aims for "performance players chasing unique aesthetics." As the product manager stated in an interview, "We want it to be more than a chassis—a metallic artwork that runs 3A games."
GAMEMAX BLADE CONCEPT elevates open-frame chassis from "cooling tools" to "cyber installations" with its mechanical claw design. In the homogenized RGB landscape of 2025, it carves a new niche for personalized PCs with industrial violent aesthetics. As the laser-engraved slogan on the side panel declares: "UNLEASH YOUR HARDWARE BEAST"—each claw-mark light is a tangible roar of hardware performance and design aesthetics.
• Limited MOD edition fusing industrial aesthetics with bold gaming design to give your build a distinctive edge.
• Open-Air design ensures maximum airflow and zero blind spots, brilliantly showcasing your build from every angle.
• Claw-style RGB lighting featuring dynamic, claw mark-inspired illumination with 277 LEDs.
• A case engineered with all-metal CNC precision processing, laser cutting, and high-precision molding for a stunning, refined quality.
• NV50 series GPU ready, supporting vertical GPU mounting with an included PCIe 4.0 riser cable for versatile setups.
• Modern I/O Panel with 2x USB 3.1 and 1x Type-C (Gen2), featuring a symmetrical, swappable design.
