The Elecrow Pitower Gen 1 case, designed for the Raspberry Pi 5, combines functionality with an attractive aesthetic, resembling a typical RGB gaming tower. This case features a clear front and side panels, giving users a view of the Raspberry Pi as if it were a motherboard in a standard PC setup. The premium all-black chassis is complemented by an acrylic side panel, enhancing its visual appeal.
Equipped with an innovative PCIe-to-SSD adapter, the Pitower allows for the use of full-sized HDMI cables, avoiding the complications associated with micro-HDMI ports. Additionally, it includes an adapter for GPIO pin accessibility through the front glass panel and a power button conveniently located on top of the case. A miniature OLED display is also integrated, which can show system metrics like CPU temperatures and resource usage, proving useful for those operating the Raspberry Pi as a server.
To maintain optimal performance, the Pitower includes built-in case fans and an Active Cooler heatsink, preventing overheating during demanding tasks. Users have reported idle temperatures around 40-45°C with the Active Cooler, which can peak at 60°C under heavy loads. Overall, the Pitower Gen 1 enhances both the functionality and aesthetics of the Raspberry Pi 5.