JUSTICE: NZXT, Fragile to Pay $3,450,000 for Rental PC Scam
A preliminary settlement has been reached in a class-action lawsuit against NZXT and its partner Fragile, concerning their computer rental program. This settlement, valued at $3.45 million, aims to provide relief to customers who rented computers from these companies. The class-action complaint, filed after an investigative report in 2024, accused NZXT and Fragile of operating a "predatory evil scam" by renting computers with misleading advertising, including targeting children and suggesting a "rent-to-own" model that was not accurate. The lawsuit cited civil RICO (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations) claims, among others, alleging improper business practices.
The preliminary settlement, which still requires judge approval, offers several forms of relief for the approximately 19,322 affected individuals: