THERMALTAKE Core P8 TG Case, Full-Tower, Black

The THERMALTAKE Core P8 TG is a massive Full Tower case, aimed at enthusiasts and high-end configurations where airflow and water cooling are a priority. It works with motherboards in ATX, mATX, and Extended ATX formats, giving you freedom in choosing a platform and top-tier components. The side panels made of tempered glass turn the entire machine into a display for your hardware, while the open design offers serious potential for a custom loop. This is a case for a build you want to see every day, not one to hide under the desk.

What you get

The Core P8 TG is designed for serious cooling – you have fan positions at the front, top, rear, right side, and bottom, with support for up to 4 x 120 mm or 3 x 140 mm in almost every direction. This allows you to build strong positive or balanced pressure according to your GPU and CPU configuration. For water cooling, the case supports radiators up to 480 mm at the front and right side, as well as 360/280 mm at the top, which is more than enough for a multi-rad custom loop cooling the processor, graphics card, and even the VRM. With up to 3 x 3.5’’ and 6 x 2.5’’ drive bays, you can combine large HDDs for storage and fast SSDs for gaming and work. The eight expansion slots provide an option for multi-GPU or several longer expansion cards. The built-in I/O ports with USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C, two USB 3.0, two USB 2.0, and HD Audio make access to peripherals convenient, without constantly reaching for the rear panel.

• Full Tower form factor with support for ATX, mATX, and Extended ATX motherboards, giving you maximum freedom for high-end configurations.
• Panels made of tempered glass, which showcase the entire build and highlight the lighting and custom water cooling.
• Extremely rich options for air cooling: up to 4 x 120 mm or 3 x 140 mm fans at the front, top, right side, and bottom, plus positions at the rear.
• Water cooling support with radiators up to 480 mm at the front and right side, up to 360/280 mm at the top, and up to 240 mm at the bottom (with P5 DP-D5), suitable for complex custom loop systems.
• Up to 3 x 3.5'' and 6 x 2.5'' drive bays, allowing for a large storage array for games, media, or work projects.
• 8 expansion slots, which facilitate the use of long GPUs and several expansion cards.
• Maximum CPU cooler size of 180 mm and GPU up to 320 mm, covering most modern high-performance components.
• Support for ATX PS2 power supplies up to 200 mm, located at the bottom for a better center of gravity and cable management.
• Front panel with 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C, 2 x USB 3.0, 2 x USB 2.0, and HD Audio for convenient access to fast devices and headphones.

Who it is suitable for

This case is for enthusiasts planning a powerful gaming or workstation build with lots of storage, serious water cooling, and a desire to show off their hardware. It is suitable for 1440p/4K gaming machines, streaming setups with several cards, as well as workstations with many drives and expansion cards. If you are looking for a compact case or a quiet office build without an emphasis on looks, the Core P8 TG is probably more than you need.

The most impressive thing about the THERMALTAKE Core P8 TG is the combination of huge internal volume, flexible options for air and water cooling, and an all-glass design that turns every build into a showpiece. If you want a platform around which to build a serious and long-term project, this case provides the necessary freedom.