Need a new case, looking for opinions on what I've narrowed it down to

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So I got a new mobo and cpu, and pretty much loathe my current case. I've narrowed down what I think I want to NZXT Phantom 410, Corsair Carbide 400R, or the Fractal Design Define R4. Mostly just looking for opinions from owners, or alternative suggestions. The reviews for all three on various websites are all stellar which is why I'm having such a hard time picking. I have a GTX 780 and Noctua NH-D14, for reference of what I need to fit. The most important things are that my current hardware can fit (duh), cooling/airflow, and cable management. I also have 2 SSDs and would prefer mounting brackets if anyone wants to recommend something that's not one of the three I've managed to find looking on my own. Noise is not an issue, neither is weight or looks. Price I'm looking to spend $120 or less, preferably much less. I really love the massive space in the Define R4, but he 400Rs price point is also appealing. If anybody can help me lean one way or the other I'd really appreciate it.

Thanks in advance for your time!
 
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Cabinet is always personal choice of everyone, even though you stated that you don't want a Full Tower Cabinet the NZXT Phantom 530's aren't that Big + They have Great Cable Management + Cooling

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811146105&cm_re=NZXT_Phantom_530-_-11-146-105-_-Product

That's the one I think is best for you but If it was me, I would have taking NZXT H440 due to its Clean Looks, Beautiful Side Window and Cable Management Option however It's a Silent Cabinet that's why It's not that Air Flow great Cabinet however Benchmark shows that H440 keeps the Components about 3-4°c Hotter than High Air Flow Cabinet + It's PSU shroud Looks Cool and gives ability to Hide Power Cables under that If you have a...

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This is my personal favorite case, the Rosewill Thor. I'm not sure if this is the type you are looking for, but I literally love this case. Plenty of room, and it cools everything so well.

Newegg-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811147053&cm_re=Rosewill_thor-_-11-147-053-_-Product
 

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I considered the Thor, it's just so massive. I currently have a full tower and they're too big for me I think. I'm kinda hoping to downsize to a mid tower. I have heard the Thor has amazing cooling capabilities though. How's the cable management? Is there a lot of space behind the motherboard tray?
 

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Cabinet is always personal choice of everyone, even though you stated that you don't want a Full Tower Cabinet the NZXT Phantom 530's aren't that Big + They have Great Cable Management + Cooling

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811146105&cm_re=NZXT_Phantom_530-_-11-146-105-_-Product

That's the one I think is best for you but If it was me, I would have taking NZXT H440 due to its Clean Looks, Beautiful Side Window and Cable Management Option however It's a Silent Cabinet that's why It's not that Air Flow great Cabinet however Benchmark shows that H440 keeps the Components about 3-4°c Hotter than High Air Flow Cabinet + It's PSU shroud Looks Cool and gives ability to Hide Power Cables under that If you have a Non-Modular PSU

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811146148&cm_re=NZXT_H440-_-11-146-148-_-Product

Check these 2 out :)
 
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Ya there is a ton of room in that case. I have no problems with any of my cable management. I love the large fans too, since they move a ton of air and don't whine like small fans can. But yes the case is large :)