Build of the week: Project XnineNINE

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Blue. It’s a color. Air. It’s that good breathing stuff. Computers. They’re computers. Combine the three and you get Project XnineNINE, a custom build from Malik Customs that maximizes minimalism. It’s an open face build harboring some serious components in a clean utilitarian pose. Were the XnineNINE mounted on a wall, I’d be looking for an artist’s statement.

No open face build gets away without looking a little chunky—bearing it all has that effect, but thanks to the smart use of color, the blues distract from the components’ visual noise and provide a stark contrast to the black framing. It’s a lovely combo that draws the eye towards the build’s best features. That is some beautiful cooling work. Doesn't it just make you want to sing?

For more pictures and information on XnineNINE, head over to Malik Customs website or their Facebook page. 

 Project XnineNINE components: 

• CPU: Intel 5960X
• Mobo: Asus X99-A/3.1 USB
• Sound: Asus Xonar Essence STX II 7.1
• RAM: HyperX Savage 64GB DDR4 2800Mhz
• SSD: HyperX Predator 240GB
• HDD: WD RED WD60EFRX 6 TB
• GPU: Inno3D GTX 980 Ti
• Chassis: Thermaltake Core P5
• Cables: Cablemod Custom Set Silver/Blue

Cooling components:

• EK-Vardar F2-120
• EK-CoolStream PE 480
• EK-FB ASUS X99 Monoblock - Nickel
• EK-FC Titan X - Nickel
• EK-FC Titan X Backplate - Nickel
• EK-XRES 140 Revo D5 PWM (incl. pump)
• EK-RES X3 - TUBE 250
• EK-Ekoolant EVO UV BLUE
• EK-ACF Fitting 12/16mm - Blue
•  EK-ACF Fitting 12/16mm - Silver
• TUBE PrimoChill PrimoFlex™ Advanced