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Which case is better for my gaming build?

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March 15, 2014 2:59:34 AM

This is my build so far: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3a9TNPCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3a9TN
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3a9TN/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3a9TN/benchmarks/

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87 Pro4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($99.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Tactical 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($79.98 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Kingston SSDNow V300 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($69.99 @ Micro Center)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($54.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon R9 280X 3GB Video Card ($448.42 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1058.33
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-03-15 05:56 EDT-0400)

I haven't chosen a case yet and I was thinking about getting the NZXT H440 or the Phantom 410, they're similarly priced where I live. Which one would be better for my gaming build? Thanks in advance!

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a b 4 Gaming
March 15, 2014 3:07:44 AM

A few changes for the better at a similar price spec.

The R9 280x is HEAVILY overpriced at the moment thanks to LiteCoin miners. The GTX770 performs similarly @ 100$ less.
Added a better mobo.
Better RAM.
MUCH more reliable and faster SSD.

The NZTX is a solid chassis if you like its look., get it.

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3aa20
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3aa20/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/3aa20/benchmarks/

CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.99 @ NCIX US)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87 Extreme4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($119.99 @ Micro Center)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($77.40 @ Newegg)
Storage: Crucial M500 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($69.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($54.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($327.36 @ B&H)
Power Supply: XFX 550W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($49.99 @ NCIX US)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($14.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $954.69
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-03-15 06:05 EDT-0400)
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March 15, 2014 3:50:38 AM

Hey, thanks for the reply! I think I'm still going for the toxic because it costs as much as the GTX 770 where I live. Would the R9 280X fit in both cases?
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March 15, 2014 3:53:34 AM

I meant the R9 280X in my last post.
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a b 4 Gaming
March 15, 2014 3:56:45 AM

Jip. It will. Easily.
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March 15, 2014 4:05:10 AM

Do you mean the toxic or the regular 280x will fit?
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March 15, 2014 5:20:34 AM

Oh and will my PSU be sufficient?
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a b 4 Gaming
March 15, 2014 9:03:28 AM

Jip perfectly enough power and a high quality unit.
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March 15, 2014 11:36:29 AM

Ok, thanks!
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