Will a ZOTAC GTX 1070 AMP Extreme fit in a Corsair Carbide Air 540 Case?

apeguy · Sep 15, 2016

I'm building my first PC and for the case I've bought a Carbide Air 540 for its good ventilation and cable management. (And also I wanted something that looks a bit different from most of the other PC cases out there.) Corsair's website and Amazon both say that the maximum GPU length the case can accommodate is 320mm, whereas the GPU's length is 325mm. However, when I measured the inside of the case I had about 335mm to spare before between the expansion slots and the front fans. I'm assuming Corsair is just playing safe with their numbers, but I just wanted to be absolutely sure before I spend £400+ on a graphics card. So I was just wondering if anyone had this case with this GPU or one of a similar length, and if they could confirm that it will fit. Thanks in advance.

Case: http://www.corsair.com/en-gb/carbide-series-air-540-high-airflow-atx-cube-case

GPU: https://www.zotac.com/us/product/graphics_card/zotac-geforce-gtx-1070-amp-extreme

clutchc · Sep 16, 2016

If you've measured and have 5mm clearance, it should be OK. Nothing surer than measuring. I doubt the card's length as stated by the manufacturer would be wrong. As you say, Corsair was probably allowing for some "leeway".
The card's 8-pin headers are on the edge rather than on the end of the card, so that shouldn't be an issue.

May I ask why you chose such a long version of the GTX 1060? Planning on OC'iing it to the max where you might need all those cooling fans?

apeguy · Sep 16, 2016

clutchc :

Well I'm assuming the cards' stated measurements include the little metal 'tab' (for lack of a better term) that sticks out where it attaches to the rear expansion slot. If that's the case then it should fit, but I just want to be sure first.

I chose this model in particular because it's already factory overclocked, and from what I've seen/read, it runs very cool and quiet even under load. Also it does look pretty badass compared to the other 1070's out there.

azzazel_99 · Sep 16, 2016

Should fit with no issues. I have 2 strix 1080 cards in my corsair carbide 540 case. The amp extreme cards really just have a thicker cooler and if you are only doing 1 you will have no issues.

azzazel_99 · Sep 16, 2016

Honestly though its annoyingly big. The strix 1080's i have individually dont run over 50-52c and when in sli the top hottest card has yet to go over 55c and they are running at 2088mhz and +500 on the memory. So basically a HEAVY overclock on both cards. Im thoroughly impressed with the strix cards. I usually only buy evga cards but liked the look of the asus cards better with their rgb.

azzazel_99 · Sep 16, 2016

clutchc · Sep 16, 2016

apeguy :

clutchc :

Well I'm assuming the cards' stated measurements include the little metal 'tab' (for lack of a better term) that sticks out where it attaches to the rear expansion slot. If that's the case then it should fit, but I just want to be sure first.

I chose this model in particular because it's already factory overclocked, and from what I've seen/read, it runs very cool and quiet even under load. Also it does look pretty badass compared to the other 1070's out there.

May I ask what CPU you have that will be trying to keep up with that OC'ed GTX 1070?
And yes, the card's length is measured from the face of the mounting bracket to the longest protrusion on the card at the opposite end.

apeguy · Sep 16, 2016

clutchc :

I'm planning on getting an Intel core i7-6700k, not planning to overclock it.

clutchc · Sep 16, 2016

apeguy :

OK. Good choice.
Being the nosy type, I have another question. What kind of display? resolution, refresh rate?

apeguy · Sep 16, 2016

It'll be connected to my 42 inch Sony Bravia, 1080p 60HZ. I know a TV isn't ideal for computers, but due to the size and layout of my room I have no room for a desk or extra screen so I have no choice really. Also I know a 1070 may be a bit overkill for this display, but I'm planning on getting a VR headset at some point, so I'll need my PC to be ready for that.

azzazel_99 · Sep 17, 2016

Really no such thing as overkill. You can never have enough gpu power. The more you have the longer you will be able to go before needing to upgrade. Im thinking of grabbing my wife a 1070 actually.

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