Corsair 750D vs Spec-01 Computer Case

Lilboichris · Apr 15, 2015

Hi guys, I know that the Corsair 750D is obviously superior but I like the aesthetics of the Spec-01 better. All my parts fit fine in either case so that is not an issue. So what should I get? Please provide a valid reason. Thank You

Here is my spec

Gaming Chasis: CYBERPOWERPC X-Saber w/ USB 3.0, Large Side Panel Window (Black with Red LED)
Laser Engraving: None
Neon Light Upgrade: 12in Meter Light - 8 speed (Red Color)
Extra Case Fans: Default case fans
Noise Reduction Technology: None
CPU: Intel® Core™ i5-4690K 3.5 GHz 6MB Intel Smart Cache LGA1150 (All Venom OC Certified)
Performance Tuning Protection Plan by Intel: None
Venom Boost Fast And Efficient Factory Overclocking: No Overclocking
CPU / Processor Cooling Fan: Asetek 550LC 120mm Liquid Cooling CPU Cooler - Extreme Cooling Performance (Single Standard 120MM Fan)
Coolant for Cyberpower Xtreme Hydro Water Cooling Kits: Standard Coolant
Motherboard: * GIGABYTE Z97X-SLI ATX w/ Intel GbLAN, 2 PCIe x16, 3 PCIe x1, 2 PCI, 1 x M.2, 1 x SATA Express, or 6x SATA 6Gb/s (Extreme OC Certified)
NFC: None
Intel Smart Response Technology: None
RAM / System Memory: 8GB (4GBx2) DDR3/1600MHz Dual Channel Memory (G.SKILL Ripjaws X)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 970 Gaming 4G 4GB GDDR5 PCIe 3.0 x16 (Single Card)
Freebies: FREE! The Witcher®3: Wild Hunt Game Coupon
Power Supply: 600 Watts - Standard 80 Plus Certified Power Supply - SLI/CrossFireX Ready
M.2 SATA SSD: None
INTERNAL PCI-E SSD CARD: None
Hard Drive: 240GB OCZ Arc 100 SATA-III 6.0Gb/s SSD - 480MB/s Read & 430MB/s Write (Single Drive)
Secondary Hard Drive: None
Hard Drive Cooling Fan: None
External Storage: None
USB Flash Drive: None
Optical Drive: 24X Double Layer Dual Format DVD+-R/+-RW + CD-R/RW Drive (BLACK COLOR)
Optical Drive 2: None
External Optical Drive: None
WiDi Router: None
Internal Wireless Network Card: None
Sound: HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO
LCD Monitor: None
Cables: None
Speakers: None
Internal Network Card: Onboard Gigabit LAN Network
Keyboard: AZZA Delta Gaming Keyboard w/ Anti-Ghosting & red backlight
Mouse: AZZA Alpha 1600 DPI Gaming Mouse
Mouse Pad: None
Headset: ZALMAN ZM-HPS200 Gaming Headset
Headset Hanger: None
Gaming Gear: * Microsoft Xbox One Wireless Controller
Fan Controller/Temperature Display: None
Internal USB Expansion Module: None
External Wireless Network Card: None
Wireless Routers/Hubs: None

logainofhades · Apr 15, 2015

Case is often a personal choice, as everyone's tastes are different. Get whichever one you like best, if all components will indeed fit, as you say.

JasonL265 · Apr 15, 2015

I will give you my opinion based on my experience building in the Spec 01. The Spec 01 is geared towards budget build and I can tell why from working with it, it looks good, but one major issue i had with it was how small it was. The mother board is almost touching the top of the case. You will have very very limited space if you put case fans / radiators on the top. I'm looking at the 750D and it has alot of clearance for a radiator at the top of the case, it probably has like 2 or 3 inches of clearance from what I see from the pictures online.

The Spec 01 is roomy enough for a long graphics card, at least for the top slot since its not blocked by the hard drive cage. The Case does provide decent cable management due to a slight bulge on the side panel, not much room behind the motherboard panel. It does comes with filter at the front and bottom (for PSU) which is nice considering its a budget case, no filters for top or back, but those are usually out take so no need for filters. The screws you get is just enough to work with, no extra except for the extra screws for the hard drives. The tool less design is also pretty good, only SSD requires a screwdriver (not including PSU and Motherboard).

toddybody · Apr 15, 2015

Lilboichris :

Hi guys, I know that the Corsair 750D is obviously superior but I like the aesthetics of the Spec-01 better. All my parts fit fine in either case so that is not an issue. So what should I get? Please provide a valid reason. Thank You

Here is my spec

Gaming Chasis: CYBERPOWERPC X-Saber w/ USB 3.0, Large Side Panel Window (Black with Red LED)
Laser Engraving: None
Neon Light Upgrade: 12in Meter Light - 8 speed (Red Color)
Extra Case Fans: Default case fans
Noise Reduction Technology: None
CPU: Intel® Core™ i5-4690K 3.5 GHz 6MB Intel Smart Cache LGA1150 (All Venom OC Certified)
Performance Tuning Protection Plan by Intel: None
Venom Boost Fast And Efficient Factory Overclocking: No Overclocking
CPU / Processor Cooling Fan: Asetek 550LC 120mm Liquid Cooling CPU Cooler - Extreme Cooling Performance (Single Standard 120MM Fan)
Coolant for Cyberpower Xtreme Hydro Water Cooling Kits: Standard Coolant
Motherboard: * GIGABYTE Z97X-SLI ATX w/ Intel GbLAN, 2 PCIe x16, 3 PCIe x1, 2 PCI, 1 x M.2, 1 x SATA Express, or 6x SATA 6Gb/s (Extreme OC Certified)
NFC: None
Intel Smart Response Technology: None
RAM / System Memory: 8GB (4GBx2) DDR3/1600MHz Dual Channel Memory (G.SKILL Ripjaws X)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 970 Gaming 4G 4GB GDDR5 PCIe 3.0 x16 (Single Card)
Freebies: FREE! The Witcher®3: Wild Hunt Game Coupon
Power Supply: 600 Watts - Standard 80 Plus Certified Power Supply - SLI/CrossFireX Ready
M.2 SATA SSD: None
INTERNAL PCI-E SSD CARD: None
Hard Drive: 240GB OCZ Arc 100 SATA-III 6.0Gb/s SSD - 480MB/s Read & 430MB/s Write (Single Drive)
Secondary Hard Drive: None
Hard Drive Cooling Fan: None
External Storage: None
USB Flash Drive: None
Optical Drive: 24X Double Layer Dual Format DVD+-R/+-RW + CD-R/RW Drive (BLACK COLOR)
Optical Drive 2: None
External Optical Drive: None
WiDi Router: None
Internal Wireless Network Card: None
Sound: HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO
LCD Monitor: None
Cables: None
Speakers: None
Internal Network Card: Onboard Gigabit LAN Network
Keyboard: AZZA Delta Gaming Keyboard w/ Anti-Ghosting & red backlight
Mouse: AZZA Alpha 1600 DPI Gaming Mouse
Mouse Pad: None
Headset: ZALMAN ZM-HPS200 Gaming Headset
Headset Hanger: None
Gaming Gear: * Microsoft Xbox One Wireless Controller
Fan Controller/Temperature Display: None
Internal USB Expansion Module: None
External Wireless Network Card: None
Wireless Routers/Hubs: None

The member above definitely hit the nail on the head...cases are SOOOO much about personal preference, so here's my 2cents.

Having owned several cases, most in that past being "cool looking" ones...I have to say that I'll never get a "gamers" case again. I love my 750D, not only is it functional and professional...but it speaks to the side-window loving gaming builder I am.

Im always seeing cases where I go "WOW thats pretty cool!"...but novelty always looses to function, quality, and subtle design.

Lilboichris · Apr 15, 2015

JasonL265 :

I will give you my opinion based on my experience building in the Spec 01. The Spec 01 is geared towards budget build and I can tell why from working with it, it looks good, but one major issue i had with it was how small it was. The mother board is literally touch the top of the case. You will have very very limited space if you put case fans / radiators on the top. I'm looking at the 750D and it has alot of clearance for a radiator at the top of the case, it probably has like 2 or 3 inches of clearance from what I see from the pictures online.

The Spec 01 is roomy enough for a long graphics card, at least for the top slot since its not blocked by the hard drive cage. The Case does provide decent cable management due to a slight bulge on the side panel, not much room behind the case. It does comes with filter at the front and bottom (for PSU) which is nice considering its a budget case, no filters for top or back, but those are usually out take so no need for filters. The screws you get is just enough to work with, no extra except for extra screws for the hard drives. The tool less design is also pretty good, only SSD requires a screwdriver (not including PSU and Motherboard).

Thank You very much for your reply! I have 120mm liquid cooling, does that still pose a problem?

Lilboichris · Apr 15, 2015

toddybody :

Lilboichris :

The member above definitely hit the nail on the head...cases are SOOOO much about personal preference, so here's my 2cents.

Having owned several cases, most in that past being "cool looking" ones...I have to say that I'll never get a "gamers" case again. I love my 750D, not only is it functional and professional...but it speaks to the side-window loving gaming builder I am.

Im always seeing cases where I go "WOW thats pretty cool!"...but novelty always looses to function, quality, and subtle design.

That is a pretty good reasoning. I am a casual gamer so would I actually utilize the greater functions of the 750D?

JasonL265 · Apr 15, 2015

Lilboichris :

If its 120mm, it will probably exhaust to the back so it should be fine, that's the setup they have in some of the Corsair ad pics. Just remember to attach the fan headers to your mother board first if they are located in a hard to reach area. When i installed mine I had to remove the fans i had installed to reach the fan headers on my MOBO, then reattached it... was not fun.

Lilboichris · Apr 15, 2015

If its 120mm, it will probably exhaust to the back so it should be fine, that's the setup they have in some of the Corsair ad pics. Just remember to attach the fan headers to your mother board first if they are located in a hard to reach area. When i installed mine I had to remove the fans i had installed to reach the fan headers on my MOBO, then reattached it... was not fun.[/quotemsg]

Thank You for all your help Jason!

Lilboichris · Apr 15, 2015

Hey guys! What about a Phanteks Ethoo Pro? I like the aesthetics so would that be a suitable replacement for the 750D?

RCFProd · Apr 15, 2015

The Enthoo Pro is a great case, one of the best. Quite big aswell.

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