Advice needed on a case

[regulus]

That would fit my new 5870 that I should have in my mits shortly. I sold my current case (Akasa) and now looking for something a bit more roomy and future proof for when I add another 5870 to XF. Must also run cool as I plan to melt some silicon with my mad overclocking ski1lz. Also do not want to spend an ocean of greens if possible. Ok, let's hear it boys.

 

[stulid]

Coolermaster CM690 MKII
Lancool dragonlord K62

 

[regulus]

I was wondering if the Zalman Z7 would be able to house the card comfortably?

 

[stulid]

I was wondering if the Zalman Z7 would be able to house the card comfortably?

Ah! So your in that budget range?

I believe it does fit, so does a Antec300, but that has less fans fitted as standard.

But both are the best in the £40 price range.

 

[regulus]

I'll go up to £80. Not overly fussed about looks as it will be hidden from view behind my monitor. Just not quite seeing the need to drop £100 if a £50 case can do the job just as well. I do like the Dragonlord though.

 

[stulid]

Get the Dragonlord then.

I have only ever seen positive reviews and positive comments from owners.

 

[PapaLazaru]

Coolermaster CM690 MKII

/ end thread.

This will also be mine very shortly.

 

[Ph4lanx]

I bought a CM 690-II recently, but it wouldn't fit my 5970 so I've got it sat here, lol. Very good case though, I would definitely recommend it if you have any card except the 5970

Anyone want a CM690-II B-Grade? lol.

 

[regulus]

That is a rather big case. The 5970 must be a freaking beast.

 

[Ph4lanx]

regulus, it's a foot long mate. Doesn't fit a CM 690-II, I promise you (unless you want to start cutting metal).

 

[stulid]

He's got a 5870! Which is shorter than a 5970.

 

[Fallen god]

He's got a 5870! Which is shorter than a 5890.

;o theres a 5890 now . Back on topic ive been looking at the R2 latly, it isnt as good at cooling but its really quite, and if your computer is behind your monitor it could help.

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CA-003-FD&groupid=701&catid=7&subcat=1556

 

[regulus]

I ended up nabbing one of these ..

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CA-176-CM&groupid=701&catid=7&subcat=29

should be able to house that 5870 bugger.

 

[Mozno1]

I ended up nabbing one of these ..

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CA-176-CM&groupid=701&catid=7&subcat=29

should be able to house that 5870 bugger.

Nice choice! I just got the HAF 932 and it is by far the best case I ever had and for the money it was a steal!!

 

[regulus]

Was looking at the 932 but didn't dare buy a £100+ case as the girlfriend is still not talking to me after the 5870 showed up. I was hoping to get to the door first and hide it .

Anyway, cracking case there as well Mozno

 

[iamtheoneneo]

cm 690 II. lush....

 

[Cookeh]

Another vote or the CM 690 II.

It does fit a HD5870 so I dont know what the issue is

 

[will13]

Was looking at the 932 but didn't dare buy a £100+ case as the girlfriend is still not talking to me after the 5870 showed up. I was hoping to get to the door first and hide it .

Anyway, cracking case there as well Mozno

should have got your girlfriend something insted lol, but anyway, I would have voted for the Antec 902, good cooling, cable managment, room, and good looks when you see 1 in person

 

[MonkeykingZX]

regulus, it's a foot long mate. Doesn't fit a CM 690-II, I promise you (unless you want to start cutting metal).

my original cm 690 fits a 5970, it took a bit of wiggling to get it in there so don't give up hope

edit: oh yeah +1 for the cm 690 II (or even an original cm 690 it's only £60.99 )

 

[makamiso]

the antec 1200 will hold a 5870 right?