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I am still using an older computer I built with an AMD Phenom II 955 processor. This is a 125 watt processor. Now I'm trying to free up some desk space, so looking for a smaller, vertically styled case. Is there a case with enough airflow to handle this?

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Any case that is standard mATX will accept your basic components. Something that might cause a problem would be a tall CPU heatsink/fan if you added an upgraded one. Otherwise pick the mATX that's the size you're looking for.

You could, if needed, buy a third party CPU cooler that is made to fit in small cases. They usually cost a bit more, but it might be the difference between using the case you want or not being able to use it. That CPU won't necessarily generate a lot of heat if you're not demanding much of it.
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Thanks for your response. I realize I didn't describe my system well. It is: ASUS M5A88-M mATX board, 8 gigs RAM (all 4 slots filled), 120 GB SSD boot drive with a 500 GB HHD, DVD read/write drive, Windows 10, in a Raidmax Hyperion case. The foot print is approximately 11"W X 15"H X 14"D. Was thinking something less wide, thus my concern about air flow.

When I built it, I was thinking I might be doing some home video editing and photos. That hasn't materialized. Mostly Quicken, web surfing, some streaming like YouTube. It has worked so well, I'm not ready to decommission it yet, figure it has more life in it. But...I now work from home fairly often so my home office desk space is at a premium.

Thanks,

Karl
 
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Any case that is standard mATX will accept your basic components. Something that might cause a problem would be a tall CPU heatsink/fan if you added an upgraded one. Otherwise pick the mATX that's the size you're looking for.

You could, if needed, buy a third party CPU cooler that is made to fit in small cases. They usually cost a bit more, but it might be the difference between using the case you want or not being able to use it. That CPU won't necessarily generate a lot of heat if you're not demanding much of it.
 
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So, it is the width of the footprint you want smaller?
Are you using the stock cooler?
Discrete gfx card or integrated video?
What power supply do you have now?
 
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Yes, the width to be smaller. I am using the stock AMD CPU cooler and onboard graphics. Power supply is ATX. I've noticed cases as narrow as 4-5 inches, but require a different power supply. Others are 7-8 inches and those would meet my needs, as long as the air flow is adequate.
 
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These DIYPC cases are inexpensive, yet nice looking and very narrow if you're looking to save some money. Less than 7" wide.
 
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