Case Recommendations for New Build?

arc@css · 20 Sep 2019 at 16:05

Hi,

I'm putting together a new system and would like feedback in respect of - preferably - a full-tower case. This will likely house a 3900X which I understand do run rather warm. I did think of the Corsair 750D - which looks good for the money?

https://www.overclockers.co.uk/cors...e-black-cc-9011078-ww-ca-207-cs.html#comments

Any suggestions appreciated. Thanks.

ade555 · 20 Sep 2019 at 16:55

Just a suggestion, if you want to look on 2nd hand staff, the Corsair Graphite 600t and the 500r I could never fill them up and air flow was excellent

arc@css · 20 Sep 2019 at 17:23

I gather they don't produce those models anymore then?

arc@css · 23 Sep 2019 at 11:06

Considering these two:

https://www.overclockers.co.uk/frac...ower-case-black-tempered-glass-ca-08b-fd.html

https://www.overclockers.co.uk/ther...ming-case-black-tempered-glass-ca-195-tt.html

Thoughts?

Minibiker · 23 Sep 2019 at 11:26

Personally i like the fractal one more, really slick looking and has a PSU shroud so you can tuck any messy cables out the way... ive always had a thing for Fractal cases and i think they produce some good quality pieces of kit... i currently have the Focus G case and think its so easy to work in with plenty of space the only issue is mine doesnt have the PSU shroud

arc@css · 23 Sep 2019 at 11:38

Minibiker said:
Personally i like the fractal one more, really slick looking and has a PSU shroud so you can tuck any messy cables out the way... ive always had a thing for Fractal cases and i think they produce some good quality pieces of kit... i currently have the Focus G case and think its so easy to work in with plenty of space the only issue is mine doesnt have the PSU shroud

Cheers for the input. Gamers Nexus doesn't seem to like it that much but I do like the look of it. Hopefully, there's enough cooling for a 3900x.

arc@css · 23 Sep 2019 at 11:40

Too much choice.

More catching my attention:

https://www.overclockers.co.uk/phanteks-enthoo-primo-full-tower-black-orange-ca-015-pt.html

https://www.overclockers.co.uk/be-q...full-tower-gaming-case-orange-ca-12e-bq.html#

https://www.overclockers.co.uk/nzxt-h700i-midi-tower-gaming-case-black-blue-ca-18p-nx.html

Kurgen · 23 Sep 2019 at 11:47

dont get the corsair its ancient , released 5 years ago,and has acrylic window

My basket at Overclockers UK:

1 x Phanteks Enthoo Luxe II Full Tower DRGB Case - Gunmetal Grey= £184.99
1 x Fractal Design Meshify S2 Midi Tower Case - Blackout Light Tempered Glass= £139.99
1 x Phanteks Eclipse P600S Glass Silent Midi Tower Case - Black= £134.99
1 x Fractal Design Define R6 Type-C Midi Tower Case - Gunmetal Grey Tempered Glass= £144.95

Total: £638.46 (includes shipping: £33.54)

Kurgen · 23 Sep 2019 at 11:49

enthoo primo great case, but also old. VERY VERY HEAVY. its acutally more of a pain to work with becuase of the size

just to add. i had the orange one and sold it.. it limits your options to change your colour theme, your stuck with orange

arc@css · 23 Sep 2019 at 11:55

That's a fair point about the colour. Cheers for the recommendations, lots to look at and read up on.

Yet another:

https://www.overclockers.co.uk/cool...g-case-gunmetal-tempered-glass-ca-370-cm.html

Minibiker · 23 Sep 2019 at 11:57

I previously had a NZXT case the only problem being there's not much room for cool air to be pulled in from the front but that seems to be the way a lot of cases are being designed now adays

Kurgen · 23 Sep 2019 at 12:08

always a personal choice but the coolermaster looks a bit garish to me

arc@css · 23 Sep 2019 at 12:24

I don't normally consider mid-towers as I like plenty of room when building, and if I'm honest, it makes it easier for a less experienced builder such as myself.

arc@css · 23 Sep 2019 at 22:24

I can't remember the last time I spent so much time watching case reviews, but finally, I think I will be opting for something from (be quiet!).

Quite possibly the Dark Base 700 or Silent Base 800.

Grimley · 24 Sep 2019 at 07:36

arc@css said:
I don't normally consider mid-towers as I like plenty of room when building, and if I'm honest, it makes it easier for a less experienced builder such as myself.

'Cough' I'm getting one 'Cough'

My basket at Overclockers UK:

1 x Lian-Li PC-O11 Dynamic Midi-Tower - White Window= £119.99

Total: £131.69 (includes shipping: £11.70)

arc@css · 24 Sep 2019 at 09:21

I did consider that as well. Looks like a case with a lot of potential.

In the end, I went with the Dark Base 700 from be quiet!

I found that bit harder than picking any of the other parts...