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So here's what I'm looking for in a case:
Good Airflow
I would like good airflow capability from intake on the front because my GPU can output quite a bit of heat at times and would like to be able to keep it the internals as cool as possible without just opening up the side panel. On top of this, I don't want any cases that have a small opening at the bottom front for intake, because I've used cases like that and the airflow just isn't that great.
Side Panel Window
I have some RGB components inside so I'd like to able to show them off if possible
Top Mounted Radiator Support For A 280MM Radiator
I have an NZXT Kraken X62 rev2.0 cooler, and since it's 280MM I'd like support for that and specifically on the top since I'd like all the front of the case to be intake only with fans for the best airflow and temps.
Back Side Cable Managment
I'd like it to have decent cable management in the back, doesn't have to be killer but should be decent enough to get the job done
Front Panel USB
Front Panel USB is a must, but it doesn't necessarily have to be 3.0 since the things I would plug into these ports don't require that.
Other Things to consider
Some other things to consider is this:
I'd like it to come with fans if possible for having at least two in the front and one in the rear. But if it comes with less or none, it's not going to hurt me to buy a couple.
The overall looks of the build don't have to matter that much, as long as it has the nice side panel window and meets the requirements for airflow and stuff it's fine.
What I am looking for is not what I could easily do on PCPP with the filters, but for actual feedback and suggestions from those who know a thing or two about some cases.
You are free to recommend more than one, since all recommendations will be looked over by me and the more options I have to look over the better for helping me find a good case.
The case doesn't have to be the newest thing either, can be a fantastic case from a few years ago if it helps me save some money while getting what I want.
Along with things to consider, support for mounting my hard drives would be nice. I have one SSD and one HDD in the system but I would like to have room for at least one more drive to be added in the future.
All of these things I've listed so far are more or less optional and not absolute must haves but if I can get them then great.
Below you will find my hardware to help you with knowing what dimensions to be looking out for and whatnot with these cases.
Motherboard: ASUS Z170 Pro Gaming AURA
GPU: ASUS ROG Strix GTX 1070
PSU: Corsair CX600M
CPU Cooler: NZXT Kraken X62 rev2.0 280MM AiO
My budget for this is about $100. This doesn't mean I am looking to spend that much if I can help it, saving money is never a bad thing.
If your recommendations go over $100 then please keep it within reason, and state your reasons why you think it's worth the extra cost.
Total cost of item should not include mail in rebates, because those don't do jack squat for me up front when purchasing an item, so if you are looking at things on PCPP be sure to uncheck mark the include rebates option.
My currency is USD since I live in the United States.
I look forward to seeing all of your recommendations and knowledgeable insight to the world of PC cases. Thanks in advance.
So here's what I'm looking for in a case:
Good Airflow
I would like good airflow capability from intake on the front because my GPU can output quite a bit of heat at times and would like to be able to keep it the internals as cool as possible without just opening up the side panel. On top of this, I don't want any cases that have a small opening at the bottom front for intake, because I've used cases like that and the airflow just isn't that great.
Side Panel Window
I have some RGB components inside so I'd like to able to show them off if possible
Top Mounted Radiator Support For A 280MM Radiator
I have an NZXT Kraken X62 rev2.0 cooler, and since it's 280MM I'd like support for that and specifically on the top since I'd like all the front of the case to be intake only with fans for the best airflow and temps.
Back Side Cable Managment
I'd like it to have decent cable management in the back, doesn't have to be killer but should be decent enough to get the job done
Front Panel USB
Front Panel USB is a must, but it doesn't necessarily have to be 3.0 since the things I would plug into these ports don't require that.
Other Things to consider
Some other things to consider is this:
I'd like it to come with fans if possible for having at least two in the front and one in the rear. But if it comes with less or none, it's not going to hurt me to buy a couple.
The overall looks of the build don't have to matter that much, as long as it has the nice side panel window and meets the requirements for airflow and stuff it's fine.
What I am looking for is not what I could easily do on PCPP with the filters, but for actual feedback and suggestions from those who know a thing or two about some cases.
You are free to recommend more than one, since all recommendations will be looked over by me and the more options I have to look over the better for helping me find a good case.
The case doesn't have to be the newest thing either, can be a fantastic case from a few years ago if it helps me save some money while getting what I want.
Along with things to consider, support for mounting my hard drives would be nice. I have one SSD and one HDD in the system but I would like to have room for at least one more drive to be added in the future.
All of these things I've listed so far are more or less optional and not absolute must haves but if I can get them then great.
Below you will find my hardware to help you with knowing what dimensions to be looking out for and whatnot with these cases.
Motherboard: ASUS Z170 Pro Gaming AURA
GPU: ASUS ROG Strix GTX 1070
PSU: Corsair CX600M
CPU Cooler: NZXT Kraken X62 rev2.0 280MM AiO
My budget for this is about $100. This doesn't mean I am looking to spend that much if I can help it, saving money is never a bad thing.
If your recommendations go over $100 then please keep it within reason, and state your reasons why you think it's worth the extra cost.
Total cost of item should not include mail in rebates, because those don't do jack squat for me up front when purchasing an item, so if you are looking at things on PCPP be sure to uncheck mark the include rebates option.
My currency is USD since I live in the United States.
I look forward to seeing all of your recommendations and knowledgeable insight to the world of PC cases. Thanks in advance.
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