We were about to get our hands on the FLP02W at Computex 2025 , and what we saw impressed us. Despite its retro looks, you can install the latest, most modern hardware you can get your hands on. It also sports front I/O with two USB 3.0 Type-A ports, one USB 3.0 Type-C port, and a combo audio jack cleverly hidden behind a magnetic flap. Of course, you cannot have a ‘90s PC without the classic rocker power switch with a locking mechanism and reset and turbo buttons. You can lock out power and reset with the included key to avoid accidents, while the turbo button pushes the fans to maximum performance to get the best cooling possible (at the expense of your ears).
The Silverstone Technology FLP02W is a beige retro case that brings back memories of the '90s. Nevertheless, it still supports modern components, like the most powerful GPUs and a 360mm radiator for your AIO.
While the 5.25 floppy drives are just dummy covers to keep the retro feel of the case, they hide 5.25-inch expansion bays that can accommodate a hot-swap adapter cage, making the FLP02W a great case for power users who need to change drives as needed. It can also host an optical drive for enthusiasts or even an internal card reader if you frequently use memory cards.
You won’t lack cooling with the FLP02W, as it has provision for up to six fans, with three 120mm fans already included in the package. It also supports up to a 360mm radiator at the top or a 140mm radiator at the rear. You can put in as many as five 3.5-inch HDDs or up to four 2.5-inch SSDs, 7 PCIe cards, and an air cooler up to 182mm tall. It can support SSI-CEB, ATM, Micro-ATX, and Mini ITX motherboards, so you’re spoiled for choice, and it accommodates PSUs up to 250mm.
The Silverstone Technology FLP02W is a great case if you want a retro sleeper build, and you can save $30 if you get it right now. Although this started out as an April Fools’ Joke , this is a seriously deal that can help you save some cash that can go towards your peripherals (or maybe even larger RAM).
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EvilApple So incredibly ugly. Wish they would make cases with retro styling more reminiscent of SMEG appliances. That would be a winner Reply
alan.campbell99 I guess there's a market for it. I don't miss old generic PC cases, I think they're ugly and I had plenty of fights with them back in the day dealing with upgrades and cable management. Reply
usertests I like it a lot more than cases with glass. But not enough to pay $230. Reply
CelicaGT Heh, I've got a couple downstairs kitted out with Athlon XPs. I'd build a modern system into one except that having lived through the beige PC era I HATE BEIGE. I will have black, or white, or maybe one of those fun coloured Pop cases, bet never again will I have beige. (I have these still on the premise that one day I will fire up some Windows XP and my old games. Time and sourcing capacitors is what's stopping me.) Reply
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