Suggestions for a cost effective and reliable computer case

kchrgmr

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Hi,
I have recently moved to the US. I brought along with me my PC components since i would be here for about a year or so. I couldn't bring in my CPU case since, well, it was too heavy. I had a NZXT Phantom 410 back home.

I am looking for a suitable Case that i can use over here. I don't want to be spending too much on the case. I would prefer something that comes with built-in Fans and blue color LEDs or lights. Looks do matter a little, i would like something that has a clear glass at one side so that the interior can be seen.

Location : Stores around Cleveland, Ohio or newegg or amazon. (i don't know of any stores around here so suggestions are welcome)

My PC config :
i7 - 4770
Asus H87 Pro
GSkill Ripjaws - 8GB
Sapphire Dual-X R9-270 (plan to buy another one to add in crossfire)
120GB Samsung EVO 640
1 TB - WD Caviar Blue
Corsair CX750 PSU
 
Solution
Buy a case that visually appeals to you.
If a case will hold a ATX format motherboard like yours, it will do the job.
If it has two 120mm front intake fans or better, you will have good cooling.
I like the looks of the stryker M you linked.

And... do not plan on a second graphics card in crossfire. You motherboard has only one second X4 slot.
Past that dual low power graphics cards will be prone to issues such as stuttering, screen tearing and even non support in some games.

Better to plan on selling the 270 and replacing it with a single card. Perhaps the rumored RX480.

kchrgmr

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That one looks good. I've also looked at some other on newegg. But now im more confused that ever.

Rosewill Stryker M
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811147244

Rosewill GUNGNIR
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811147251

Rosewill Stealth
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811147232

ZALMAN ZM-Z9 U3
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811235036

ZALMAN ZM-Z9 NEO BK
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811235061
 
Buy a case that visually appeals to you.
If a case will hold a ATX format motherboard like yours, it will do the job.
If it has two 120mm front intake fans or better, you will have good cooling.
I like the looks of the stryker M you linked.

And... do not plan on a second graphics card in crossfire. You motherboard has only one second X4 slot.
Past that dual low power graphics cards will be prone to issues such as stuttering, screen tearing and even non support in some games.

Better to plan on selling the 270 and replacing it with a single card. Perhaps the rumored RX480.
 
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kchrgmr

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Geofelt thanks for your suggestion. Stryker m it is.
I did not understand your comment on the graphics card. My mobo says it supports crossfire and so does my card. Im not yet much of a hardcore gamer, but i wanted to use a triple display setup. I already have 1 dell s2240L display and was looking to add 2 more.