CES 2026 has been a whirlwind of holographic displays and AI-integrated peripherals, but on the hardware floor, one enclosure is stopping builders in their tracks. Thermaltake has officially unveiled the TR100 Koralie Limited Edition, a Mini-ITX chassis that doesn't just house components—it reimagines the relationship between airflow and structural art.
The Koralie Aesthetic: Generative Design
Moving away from the tempered glass aquariums that dominated 2024 and 2025, the TR100 Koralie embraces a "breathing" exoskeleton. Inspired by marine coral structures, the chassis utilizes a generative algorithm to create a mesh pattern that maximizes structural integrity while minimizing material density.
The result is a 14-liter footprint that feels significantly lighter than its predecessors without sacrificing rigidity. The "Oceanic Titanium" colorway, exclusive to this limited run, shifts hues depending on the viewing angle, offering a subtle nod to the bio-mimicry at play.
Thermal Dynamics in a 14L Space
The "TR" designation usually hints at Thermaltake's rugged lineage, but the Koralie adds a layer of finesse. Internally, it features a shifted sandwich layout. By rotating the motherboard 90 degrees, Thermaltake has created a natural chimney effect that exploits the heat rising from next-gen GPUs.
Component Compatibility
The pain point of SFF (Small Form Factor) is usually hardware restriction. The TR100 shatters this ceiling:
- GPU Support: Up to 3.5-slot cards (340mm length).
- Cooling: Support for 280mm AIO radiators on the lateral bracket.
- Power: SFX and SFX-L PSU native support.
This means the latest high-wattage silicon can inhabit this chassis without thermal throttling, provided the builder manages cable routing with discipline.
Why This Release Matters
SFF building has often been a compromise between acoustic performance and thermal density. The TR100 Koralie proves that with advanced manufacturing techniques—specifically the 3D-sintered front panel—we can have unrestricted airflow without the noise turbulence associated with traditional stamped honeycomb grills. It represents a maturity in the market where aesthetics are no longer just skin deep; they are functional cooling elements.
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