Gaming ITX System?

KraniX

KraniX

KraniX

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Hi all,

I'm looking to build myself a mini-ITX system I can game one and I'm struggling with the case as the starting point.

I'm not dead set on any particular hardware but was hoping to be able to use a liquid cooler like the Corsair H80i or H100i (depending on space) and I have an AMD 7850 I'd like to re-use for now.

I want a case that is functional and nice looking (I know that's very subjective) but I liked the look of the BitFenix Phenom but having read the reviews it doesn't do too great with regards to cooling. Something simple and clean looking.

I was thinking of one of the cases from Silverstone such as the SG06 but the front airflow looks blocked too so maybe the SG05 as an alternative as it has a mesh front.

Just wanted to see if anyone here had built a small gaming PC and if they had recommendations or advice?

Thanks.
 
mickyflinn said:
What about the prodigy?
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Thanks, it's definitely an option, the amount of space inside would make overall cooling easier and could fit a big all in one liquid cooler I believe.

I would prefer something smaller though if I'm honest, with the handles and the 5.25 bay (not required) it looks like a bigger case than I'd really like sitting on my desk or is this really as small as I can go based on my requirements?
 
KraniX said:
Thanks, it's definitely an option, the amount of space inside would make overall cooling easier and could fit a big all in one liquid cooler I believe.

I would prefer something smaller though if I'm honest, with the handles and the 5.25 bay (not required) it looks like a bigger case than I'd really like sitting on my desk or is this really as small as I can go based on my requirements?
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I have a Bitfenix Prodigy and it's alright but like you said, for an ITX system it's a bit on the large side. What about the Corsair Air 240 or the Phanteks Enthoo Evolv ITX?
 
I would say that Phanteks is the prime choice for ITX builds these days.
Either that or Corsair 250D, if you are not hyped about having a side-window.
 
Cheers guys, the Corsair 240 and 250D both look pretty nice, I like the style and cooling shouldn't be an issue, I'll investigate a bit further and read a few more reviews.

The Enthoo seems to get a lot of recommendations, I didn't like the look of it in the photos I'd seen previously but ticks a lot of other boxes.
 
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