Testseek.co.uk have collected 62 expert reviews of the NZXT Sentry LXE and the average rating is 85%. Scroll down and see all reviews for NZXT Sentry LXE.
October 2010
(85%)
62 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Fantastic looking fan controller, Control for 5 fans, Good quality build, Does not use any drive bays, Adequate temperature readings
Fiddly interface, Long winded to use, Frustrating installation, Uses one expansion slot, Priced much higher than competition
The Sentry LXE leaves me with mixed emotions, as there’s a lot to like about this product, but it comes with its fair share of niggles and limitations.Stunning looks and design are the high point of this controllerThere’s no doubt that the Sentry LXE ...
Over the past few years NZXT have released 3 variations of their Sentry line of fan controllers. The first 2 models were front mounted inside a case which often meant cables everywhere. Today we have their first external fan controller the Sentry LXE in t...
I won’t make a comparison in this conclusion because my goal was to describe each fan controller to you so that you could make an informed choice. Here are just some basic facts: if you want only to control your fans, you can take a Scythe Kaze Q-8, L...
Abstract: Summertime. It gets hot for PC owners. Sometimes, it gets really hot. Like here in Cleveland, where we had the second hottest July on record in 140 years. It was a little tough on my PC equipment. So, it’s hard not to use a lot of superfluous words to...
Sensors and controls for up to 5 fans, Sleek design will look good anywhere, 7 foot cable makes placement easy
Priced at the higher end of fan controllers, Fan power headers are 3-pin which may limit use or require an additional purchase for some users
The NZXT Sentry LXE is not your standard run-of-the-mill fan controller. Combining the ease of a touchscreen and the flexibility of having an external controller add to its appeal - and not having to bend down under the desk to change a setting is nic...
Published: 2011-04-20, Author: Thomas , review by: dvhardware.net
High quality construction, Puts control over your fans right at your fingertips, Up to 10W per channel, Five channels and five temperature probes, Visually pleasing, Unused cables can be detached
The touchscreen is somewhat unresponsive and only small parts are touch responsive, Poor vertical viewing angle, Slides on your desk, Expensive
The NZXT Sentry LXE puts control over your fans right at your fingertips. The device has a stunning design, it features a sleek, black aluminum enclosure that will look great on any desk. You get five fan channels and five temperature probes, with each fa...
Outstanding performance in both auto and manual mode, 5.27" external touch screen monitor that can be placed anywhere for user's convience, Simple control and quick adjustments in both easy and auto mode, Additional features like clock,and alarm, Long external cable (6.8 feet)
No cable management tools provided
In terms of performance NZXT Sentry LXE demonstrates both dynamics and efficiency in auto mode. The fans were able to provide sufficient cooling with the minimum level of noise.While it is difficult to assess the manual mode, the response of the fans ...
Excellent fit and finish, Flawless functionality, Easy installation, Intuitive touch screen interface,
No PWM support, Manual needs to be more complete, Any further questions about this controller can be asked HERE.
NZXT's Sentry LXE is a unique and well-executed product that allows the PC enthusiast a wide range of monitoring and fan control options in an attractive remote unit. The fit and finish is excellent and the functionality is first-rate with an intuiti...
The NZXT Sentry LXE fan controller is a great gadget. It draws attention at the side of your monitor, and works fine as a fan controller.The best feature of the Sentry LXE is the five independent thermometers. If you are an overclocker or simply like t...
