Silverstone has officially launched its second retro-inspired PC case, the FLP02, bringing 1990s nostalgia to modern PC building with its characteristic beige color scheme and classic design elements. Following the success of the desktop-style FLP01, this full tower case combines vintage aesthetics with contemporary hardware compatibility, targeting enthusiasts who appreciate both old-school styling and cutting-edge performance.
Classic Design Meets Modern Construction
The FLP02 captures the essence of 486-era computing with its beige steel and plastic construction, measuring 9.13 x 19.45 x 18.58 inches and weighing 21.6 pounds. The case features authentic design elements including three external 5.25-inch expansion bays, a flickable power switch, reset button, and the iconic turbo button that actually functions as intended. Unlike the original turbo buttons from the 1990s that slowed down CPUs, this modern interpretation maximizes all connected PWM fans to full speed, potentially enabling higher sustained CPU boost clocks.
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| The control panel of the Silverstone FLP02, featuring vintage-inspired buttons including a functional turbo button |
Comprehensive Hardware Compatibility
Despite its retro appearance, the FLP02 accommodates modern motherboard standards including mini-ATX, microATX, ATX, and SSI-CEB formats across seven expansion slots. Graphics card compatibility is impressive, supporting lengths up to 15.2 inches without the front drive cage installed, or 11 inches with it in place. This clearance easily accommodates high-end cards like the GeForce RTX 5090, while power supply support extends to units up to 9.8 inches long, including extreme options like Corsair's 3,000W unit.
Advanced Cooling and Storage Options
The case provides flexible cooling configurations with two front 120mm fan mounts, one rear 120mm/140mm mount, and top mounting for three 120mm, two 140mm, or two 160mm fans. Radiator support ranges from 120mm and 140mm at the front to full 360mm compatibility at the top. Air cooling enthusiasts benefit from 7.2 inches of CPU cooler clearance, sufficient for premium tower coolers like the Noctua NH-D15 G2.
Functional Retro Features and Modern Connectivity
The front panel incorporates practical vintage elements including a key lock for the power and reset buttons, reminiscent of old-school security features. A dual-digit segmented display shows PWM fan duty cycles as percentages, replacing the clock speed displays of yesteryear. Modern connectivity includes one USB Type-C port, two USB 3.0 Type-A ports, and a combo 3.5mm audio jack, while LED indicators provide power, turbo, and hard drive activity status.
Pricing and Availability
Silverstone expects the FLP02 to launch in the United States market during the fourth quarter of 2025, with an anticipated price point around USD 240. This positions the case competitively within the premium segment while offering unique retro styling that differentiates it from conventional modern chassis designs.