Corsair carbide 400r vs Fractal Design Define R3

[blueflame8]

Hey there - this is my first build and I have everything sorted apart from the case which I can't decide on I've narrowed it down to these two - I like the Corsair for its cooling/cable management/handle and the Fractal for aesthetics/noise reduction.

Can anyone help me decide?
Also I'm ordering a Intel Core i5 3570k/Corsair Vengeance Low profile 8gb/Gelid Tranquillo cooler/GTX 670/SSD
I know they would all fit in the Corsair case, how tightly would it fit in the Fractal?

Thanks!

 

[doyll]

I have Define R2 and find it good cooling, good cable management but no handle. I added 140mm intake in bottom with a SilverStone magnetic filter. Took the feet off and put it on a custom caster base to make it easier to access and raise it up for better airflow to fans.

 

[TheSkateyBird]

I own a Define R3 and as mentioned above the cooling is good the cable management is good however the rubber grommets on my case are not glued in which I'd assume the Corsair case has them glued in.

This is not a big issue but it's annoying when your trying to manage cables. As for noise a combination of the sound dampening on the panels and the quiet fans are excellent, there is also a 3 pin pci bracket fan controller included with the case.