Case Thermaltake View 170

Thermaltake View 170 TG ARGB – Compact Micro-ATX Gaming Case

The Thermaltake View 170 TG ARGB is a compact Micro-ATX gaming case designed to showcase your hardware while keeping the overall system footprint under control. Measuring 438 × 212 × 377.5 mm, it provides a practical balance between compact dimensions and component compatibility. The chassis supports both Micro-ATX and Mini-ITX motherboards, making it suitable for a wide range of modern gaming and everyday PC builds. Its clean structure is complemented by two tempered-glass panels, giving a clear view of the internal components, RGB lighting and cable-managed interior. With four expansion slots and support for standard PS2 power supplies, the View 170 provides the essential foundation for a compact gaming PC without taking up unnecessary desk space.

Tempered Glass Design for a Showcase Build

The View 170 TG ARGB is designed with visibility as a key part of its appearance. The chassis features two tempered-glass panels, allowing the internal hardware to remain visible from multiple angles. This makes the case particularly well suited to systems using RGB components, illuminated memory, graphics cards and liquid cooling. The SPCC steel construction provides the structural foundation for the compact chassis while maintaining a clean, modern appearance. With its relatively small dimensions, the View 170 can fit comfortably into a variety of gaming desk setups while still providing space for dedicated graphics hardware and additional cooling. The result is a compact enclosure that puts the components themselves at the centre of the build rather than relying on an oversized chassis.

Three Pre-Installed ARGB Fans

Thermaltake equips the View 170 TG ARGB with three 120mm ARGB Lite fans from the factory. Two fans are positioned on the right side as intake fans, while another 120mm fan is installed at the rear for exhaust. Each supplied fan operates at 1000 RPM with a rated noise level of 22.3 dBA. This configuration creates a straightforward airflow path through the compact chassis without requiring additional fans immediately after purchase. The ARGB lighting can also be synchronised with compatible motherboard software, allowing the system lighting to be integrated with the rest of the build. Additional 120mm fan positions are available on the top, right side, rear and power-cover areas for users who want to expand the cooling configuration.

Support for Air and Liquid Cooling

Despite its compact Micro-ATX format, the View 170 provides useful cooling flexibility for gaming systems. The case supports CPU coolers up to 160mm in height, giving builders a broad selection of tower-style air coolers to work with. For liquid cooling, the top of the chassis supports radiators up to 280mm or 240mm, while the rear can accommodate a 120mm radiator. The additional fan mounting positions provide further flexibility for configuring airflow around the CPU and graphics card. This makes the View 170 suitable for both conventional air-cooled systems and compact AIO-equipped builds, provided the selected components remain within the specified clearance limits.

Graphics Card and Component Compatibility

The compact design does not prevent the View 170 from supporting modern dedicated graphics cards. Thermaltake specifies a maximum VGA length of 340mm, providing enough clearance for many full-size gaming GPUs. The chassis also offers a maximum PSU length of 180mm, while the four expansion slots provide room for standard PCIe expansion hardware. Storage support includes one 3.5-inch drive bay and two 2.5-inch drive positions, allowing the system to combine modern solid-state storage with additional SATA-based drives where required. With support for Mini-ITX and Micro-ATX motherboards, the View 170 is well suited to compact gaming PCs where component compatibility and efficient use of internal space are important.

Simple Connectivity and Compact Footprint

The front I/O provides the essential connections needed for everyday PC use, including two USB 3.0 ports and an HD Audio connection for compatible headphones or headsets. Combined with its compact 438 × 212 × 377.5mm dimensions, the View 170 is designed for users who want a gaming system that occupies less physical space without moving to an extremely restrictive small-form-factor platform. The combination of tempered-glass visibility, pre-installed ARGB cooling and support for Micro-ATX hardware makes it a practical choice for modern gaming builds. Whether used for a clean RGB-focused system or a more understated configuration, the Thermaltake View 170 TG ARGB provides a compact and flexible platform for building a capable desktop PC.