Case which can accommodate big GPU Card.

MMOGameAddict · 24 Sep 2014 at 18:09

Its been a long time since I put a big GPU Card in a computer system. If anything my previous cards have been small if anything.

*Voodoo2.
*Geforce2.
*Geforce 6600GT
*Geforce GT220.

You get the idea. So when the R9 280 came in the post I was like wow that is huge!

Tried to fit it in my Coolmaster Centurion case and it wasn't fully in the PCI-E slot. I looked at the back of the case and the back plate frames where preventing the card being fully put in. My old low profile GT220 fits in perfectly.

So I'm basically looking for a case which can accommodate a mATX board which has semi-decent back plate frames.

Not looking to spend a fortune. I rang up and the OCUK staff told me about the BITFenix Range. Are these decent? High level of compatibility?

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CA-167-BX&groupid=2362&catid=2277

Anyway as always cheers for your help.

Si105 · 24 Sep 2014 at 18:14

Just built a rig in that case, plenty of room for a GPU to go in there. I can recommend it.

MMOGameAddict · 24 Sep 2014 at 18:25

Si105 said:
Just built a rig in that case, plenty of room for a GPU to go in there. I can recommend it.

Theres so many colors to choose from though lol.

Si105 · 24 Sep 2014 at 20:50

Only seen the white on white version but it was pretty nice looking considering the price.

MMOGameAddict · 24 Sep 2014 at 21:43

Decided to go with the Red/White version.

The build quality of the bays looks good and the power switch placed in a ideal location. Plus there is enough room for 2 video cards. Not that I'd ever need 2 cards since MMO-RPG's use next to nothing in rendering but I've got my eyes on Star Citizen which may require some additional power.

Beats spending money on junk food & beer anyway. If I manage to stop putting the stuff into my body I might be able to afford all the components of my new PC early without breaking the bank