Haf 932 vs Antec 1200

[fel2941]

Could anyone give me some advise on these two case's? Which has the better airflow, space for upgrades/fans, ect. Air cooling only, not going liquid.


Thanks in advance

 

[shovenose]

antec 1200

 

[fel2941]

Why the 1200?

 

[WR2]

It's 268 more than a 932.

 

[jefe323]

932 is a beast when it comes to air cooling. comes with 3 230mm fans (which can be replaced with 8 120mm fans!)

 

[jcpwn3r]

932

better cooling, better cable management, better modability
(if you have the money I'd recommend a HAF-X tho)

(unless you like blue lights, the HAF doesn't look good in blue)

 

[davcon]

They are both excellent cases.
If dust is a concern the 1200 has intake filters.
The 932 doesn't have any filters.

 

[hell_storm2004]

932 get my vote. But why not the HAF-X?

 

[Shirosaki]

932 is a beast when it comes to air cooling. comes with 3 230mm fans (which can be replaced with 8 120mm fans!)

Does it cool better with 120mm fans than with the 230mm fans?

 

[jefe323]

Does it cool better with 120mm fans than with the 230mm fans?

yes, but it is a lot louder

 

[fel2941]

i didnt even see the Haf X, so pretty much everyone would recomend that over the Haf 932? i see that based on dimensions its slightly bigger, which would mean i could fit more in it

 

[ares1214]

Id recommend the CM Storm Sniper BE or CM 690 II Advanced over either one to be honest:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119194&cm_re=cm_storm_sniper-_-11-119-194-_-Product

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119216&cm_re=692-_-11-119-216-_-Product

The Sniper is bigger than both HAF's, and the CM 690 II has better air cooling potential than almost all cases, while still having amazing features. Both are cheaper, both are amazing.

 

[seanny]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119225 This is the best case for the buck right now for size,cable management,and airflow,did I mention it is only going for $179.99 now.I want to take all the components out of my $299.99 Lian Li case and start over(but I am lazy).

 

[ares1214]

you might wanna take out "for the buck" and bold "for now". The price wont stay, it will very likely go back up to $200 soon, unless it isnt some deal. And it is likely the best case. However for the money, it really isnt. I can think of quite a few cases with more "bang for buck" than that, 2 i listed above for starters.

 

[fel2941]

How is that storm sniper listed as a mid tower? its freakin huge based off the dimensions! Is there anything different in the shape of it? Im more of a fan of full tower case's over mid towers due to size, but that sucker is massive!

Thanks for the info guys, im hangin between pickin up a HAF X or that Storm sniper....seems like the HaF X has larger fans, would this allow for better cooling or would the Sniper win out?

 

[Helltech]

The HAFX is one of the greatest cases for air cooling right now. If you're thinking about getting it and like the look of it, then just get it.

 

[AMW1011]

May I recommend the ATCS 840? If you add the two optional, middle 120mm fans it will cool about as well as a HAF 932/942 or Antec 1200, but it doesn't look like sh%t. It also has a removable motherboard tray:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119187&cm_re=ats_840-_-11-119-187-_-Product

Also the RV02 is a very good air-cooled case:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811163154

 

[ares1214]

If you are willing to spend $200 on a case, i either agree with AMW, or i recommend this:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811133072

or the 1200/DF85. Funny, 2 year old cases still having innovations besting current ones. The Speedo is an EXTREMELY good air cooling case, and you can customize it so much.

 

[Shirosaki]

where do you guys get your info about all these cases and which are better?

There isn't much info on Tom's site, but they did compare the Haf932 to the Antec 1200, and the Spedo, and it seems like the Haf932 performed better than those 2 in their review.

 

[Helltech]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-IJwtgX8cWI

 

[seanny]

you might wanna take out "for the buck" and bold "for now". The price wont stay, it will very likely go back up to $200 soon, unless it isnt some deal. And it is likely the best case. However for the money, it really isnt. I can think of quite a few cases with more "bang for buck" than that, 2 i listed above for starters.

yes,the cases you recommended are great cases.I just was offering another option for this person to choose from.In building computers on todays market,alot of people just don't realize how spending an extra $50 to $80 can get you a long way as far as upgrades go.When I choose a case,I go foe biuld,quality,of course price,but mainly if the case can hold up grades. The case I recommended is only $179.99 and it has no restrictions as far as upgrades go.But,if this person does not want to spend the extra money,then the 2 you recommended will do just fine.

 

[seanny]

where do you guys get your info about all these cases and which are better?

There isn't much info on Tom's site, but they did compare the Haf932 to the Antec 1200, and the Spedo, and it seems like the Haf932 performed better than those 2 in their review.

Various sites,but mostly New egg.com or Maximum Pc.

 

[ares1214]

Well now its $200 again.

 

[AMW1011]

where do you guys get your info about all these cases and which are better?

There isn't much info on Tom's site, but they did compare the Haf932 to the Antec 1200, and the Spedo, and it seems like the Haf932 performed better than those 2 in their review.

Honestly if you troll the OCN or XS forums enough you just end up learning.

 

[ares1214]

Yeah, also learn what makes a good case good. Personally, heres my checklist:

■ Black interior
■ Sleek and as little plastic as possible.
■ Not in excess of 1/5 of the cost of the whole build
■ Cable management holes, preferably grommeted
■ Bigger is usually better, but i like a good mid tower with full tower size
■ I like the option for either 1 big fan, or multiple small fans in the top and side
■ 2 Rear fans is a very nice plus, i favor positive airflow with 2 front fans, 2 top fans, 2 rear fans
■ Has to look good to me
■ I like vents and mesh in select places to help with airflow
■ Removable motherboard tray or cpu backplate cutout is a must, but either is fine
■ Bottom mounted psu with vent on the bottom with dust filter
■ Removable dust filters for as many fans as possible
■ Doors are generally annoying, unobstructed disc drive is the best setup
■ Has to fit an upgrade, so i like ones with futuristic form factor. For now, thats M-ATX, ATX, and E-ATX
■ Well placed windows are good

Thats about it for me, you can generally put a list like this together too, then find a case to match it.