Case questions

LiquidSnak · Oct 18, 2010

So, my current case has a cover on the front that needs to be moved to expose drives and the front intake fan. I tire of this, and want to replace it.

My questions are of brand quality. I have 2 hours to submit my newegg order to take advantage of savings on a few weekend items.

NXZT - I have dealt with an old case of theirs, about 5 years ago. Are they still good quality?

XCLIO - Never handled their product, are they good?

Rosewill - Again, I have never handled their product, except fans and PSU. PSU was sturdy enough, though.

sygnus21 · Oct 18, 2010

Do you have a link to the actual products?

Have a look here....http://www.sevenforums.com/overclocking-case-mods/96257-cooler-master-s-haf-x.html Can be had for around $200 bucks, or less.

LiquidSnak · Oct 18, 2010

Newegg.com - Computer Hardware,Computer Cases,Computer Cases,NZXT

Newegg.com - Rosewill Smart One ATX Mid Tower Computer Case, Black interior, comes with three Fans-1x Front Blue LED 120mm Fan, 1x Rear 120mm Fan, 1x Top 120mm Fan, Option Fans-2x Side 120mm Fan

Newegg.com - Rosewill Wind Knight Gaming ATX Mid Tower Computer Case with pre-installed 2x 120mm Fan, Support up to 1x 140mm top fan, 2x 140mm side fan, 1x 140mm front fan, 1x 120mm rear fan

Newegg.com - Rosewill ARMOR Gaming ATX Mid Tower Computer Case ,Full mesh design front bezel, comes with Six Fans-1x Front 120mm Fan, 2x Top 120mm Fan, 1x Rear 120mm Fan, 1x 80mm Fan on motherboard tray, 1x Side 200mm Fan, option Fan-1x Bottom 120mm

A few more to come

Kipper · Oct 18, 2010

I have reviewed cases for both Xcilo and NZXT; several this year for both companies. If you are thinking NZXT I would recommend the Phantom.

A nice chassis and not expensive by no means is the XION Predator.

If you are into luxury then I would suggest something from Lian Li, such as the PC-8FIR the Spider or the PC-B25S, this review will be published shortly so no link right now.

I hope you enjoy looking over my reviews and they help you decide.

LiquidSnak · Oct 18, 2010

Newegg.com - XCLIO Godspeed 747 Fully Black Finish 0.5 mm SECC / ABS Plastic ATX Mid Tower Computer Case

Newegg.com - XCLIO Nighthawk Black Finish 0.6mm SECC ATX Mid Tower Computer Case

Newegg.com - XCLIO Blackhawk Black Finish 0.8 mm SECC / ABS Plastic ATX Full Tower Extreme Cooling Computer Case

Newegg.com - NZXT GAMMA Classic Series GAMA-001BK Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case

Kipper · Oct 18, 2010

Looking over your last post; Rosewill is of far less quality than NZXT.

For an 80.00 case you really should consider the XION Predator that I provided the link to the review. Some really nice features put together in a Mid tower. I would recommend some additional fans if you are doing any OC or running any of the Hot and Sweaty 480s from Nvidia.

Kipper · Oct 18, 2010

The Xcilo Nighthawk I reviewed a while back you can look that review over if you like.

Xclio Nighthawk

sygnus21 · Oct 18, 2010

My internet is screwing up on me once again so I can't seem to pull up all the links you posted, but looking at some of the stuff, I see you want to keep your budget under $100.

A couple of things to consider is....

- Price
- Cable management
- Size - Will it fit/work with the space you have setup for it?
- Styling - you have to look at the case.
- Fans - lack of fans can add to price if you need to add them/add more.
- Build/Finish - Is it cheap build/material?
- Cooling - a cramped case can get hot quick.
- Do you need a full/med/mini tower... which goes to....
- How many drives will it hold?
- And most importantly.... How long do you plan on keeping the case. This affects "price"

Just a few things to think about

Kipper · Oct 18, 2010

If you like the looks and features of the HAF-X you might want to take a look at the AZZA Hurrican 2000, I have reviewed the HAF-X and doing the Hurrican right now and the new Antec DF-85 is sitting here in line as I type this.

AZZA Hurrican 2000

Antec DF-85

LiquidSnak · Oct 18, 2010

I'd like a full tower, but I want to replace the fans and add more, so a mid tower is more my budget. I keep a cool 15C core temp, 30C HDD and board temp right now, with my GC maxing at 38C. I have chosen fans I like (proper air flow to dBA rating for my taste)

I'll be running 3 HDD's, maybe four later if I pick up a SSD
2 DVD ROM drives
1 random 5.25" drive bay accessory

I'd love some integrated cable management, but it's not a necessity. I have been doing my own CM for years. I have a large CPU cooler, but its not tall. My new GPU is a MSI cyclone, and those are the only things other than drives and the power supply that I keep in the case

I plan on keeping the case for a few years, but probably not forever.

sygnus21 · Oct 18, 2010

LiquidSnak said:
I'll be running 3 HDD's, maybe four later if I pick up a SSD
2 DVD ROM drives
1 random 5.25" drive bay accessory.

Definitely sounds like a full tower to me

Anyways I have a full tower and I don't run that many drives

What about pricing? Is something like the HAF X or Corsair's 800D/700D too pricy?

LiquidSnak · Oct 18, 2010

The pricing is not bad, but I am not a huge fan of the style. The features are great though

Thanks for all those reviews, they are pretty helpful.

**Side note: I am looking through other brands, but I have used their cases extensively in my builds or know a lot about the company**

sygnus21 · Oct 18, 2010

LiquidSnak said:
The pricing is not bad, but I am not a huge fan of the style.

Out of curiosity, which style are you talking about?

Thanks

LiquidSnak · Oct 18, 2010

I am trying to get away from a plexiglass window. I settled for one, however, because the front was very classy. But so many years later, I tire of opening a door to access a drive. Also, the... ah, "accents" on the front are not really my bag (the haf X)

The 800D/700D is pretty out of my price range. I am indeed trying to stay around $100

kodi · Oct 18, 2010

Have you looked at the Antec range of cases.
Good quality, reasonably priced and a lot of models to choose from.

sygnus21 · Oct 18, 2010

Thanks.

Yeah, I'm not into the plexi as well, but for the price and performance of the case (for me, the HAF X), I could overlook the plexiglass side. Besides the enclosure that my case fits in hides the side panel anyway

As to styling... I can understand that the HAF X isn't for everyone, but again, for me, my enclosure masks the look a lot.

Anyways, sounds like you've narrowed your budget and style. Now you just have to find what meets those needs

LiquidSnak · Oct 18, 2010

I have, however the mesh is too large, and does not at all match my accessory. My vista machine is housed in an antec 300

LiquidSnak · Oct 18, 2010

I'm really leaning towards an NZXT, XCLIO, or a CoolerMaster, I think. I put in my order for my time restrained things, so no worries about the two hours anymore. I keep forgetting that newegg's shipping is different now.

linnemeyerhere · Oct 18, 2010

LiquidSnak,
Consider the new Corsair case talk about classy !
Welcome to Corsair :: Corsair Graphite Series™ 600T Product Information
Good luck, I do love my Thermaltake Element V full tower but it's up around $129.00 or abouts.

LiquidSnak · Oct 18, 2010

Some of the Thermaltake cases are very attractive

Thanks!

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