Case recommendation: Well Ventilated with Good Filters

wraithjoe · Aug 6, 2014

Hi:

I currently have an AZZA Solano it has been good for a while but since I received it secondhand it is falling apart somewhat. Something around that size would be good.

Before I go into what I am specifically looking for I should list what Heat making/size restricting components I have:

Motherboard :GA-X79-UD5 (E-ATX)
CPU: i7 - 3820
CPU_Cooler: Cooler master Hyper 212 EVO (120 x 80 x 159 mm)
RAM : 4x4GB DDR3 G. SKILL ripjaws
GPUs: 2x GTX 570s
HDDs: 2x 1TB WD Black edition
SSD: Crucial 64GB

Here is what I am looking for in the case:
Good ventilation for current parts and possible overclocking
Good / easy to clean Filtration to deal with big dog hair and carpet dust
Easy drive addition/ removal
Front or top usb 3.0/2.0
Fan controller would be nice but one can be added later
Side window
The case fans use 3 or 4 pin non molex connector

Here are some cases that I think might be good
Corsair Obsidian 750D: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811139024

Coolermaster HAF X:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119225&ignorebbr=1

CM Storm Trooper:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119297&ignorebbr=1

Rosewill BLACKHAWK-ULTRA
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811147157

Any recommendations?

Thanks !!!

Dark Lord of Tech · Aug 6, 2014

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=guBAl6g8BlY < Great review of the case

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case ($102.11 @ Amazon)
Total: $102.11
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-06 22:48 EDT-0400

Beautifully crafted and engineered to maximize cooling potential with its amazing expansion flexibiltiy, the Enthoo Pro is the budget friendly full-tower from Phanteks. Embracing many features from the Enthoo Primo, without the price tag. This case has multiple radiator support, removable SSD bracket, closed HDD panel, and velcro cable management. The Enthoo Pro, trying to establish its own solid reputation like the award winning Enthoo Primo.

Features:

Enthoo Pro includes 1 x 200mm fan in front and 1 x 140mm fan in the rear. Ability to upgrade to additional fans is possible. All fans included are Phanteks’ new redesigned and better performing SP series fans. Budget friendly case, Phanteks’ Enthoo Pro, unleash unlimited possibilities.

Appearance:

-Brushed plastic with an aluminum appearance
-Stealth interior: hidden PSU / hidden HDD

Cooling:

-Extreme cooling capacity
- 2 included Phanteks’ premium fans
- The PWM hub makes it possible to control all the connected fans (also 3-pin fans) with PWM function through 1 PWM connector and create a better cable management.
- Extensive water cooling support. Provides up to 4 different installation areas for slim and thick radiators varying from single to triple (120mm and 140mm form factors). Clearance for push-pull fan configurations.
- Innovative liquid cooling mounting systems: radiator brackets for easy installation

Functionality:

- Closed HDD panel strengthens the chassis’ rigidity, even when both HDD cages are removed.
- Removable Drop-n-Lock SSD bracket that can be installed on 2 different locations. (1 bracket incl.)
- Removable dust filters for easy maintenance.
- Pre-installed cable management tools behind the motherboard tray that can be fastened and released.
- 2x USB 3.0, 2x USB 2.0, microphone, 3.5mm audio jack

http://www.phanteks.com/enthoo-pro.html

wraithjoe · Dec 30, 2015

Thanks for the help!

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