Nzxt phantom / 212+ clearance

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hi guys

im looking at cases for a new computer build, and i came across the nzxt phantom. however, it seems that nzxt cases are quite thin and i dont know if i can fit any aftermarket HSFs for the cpu in comfortably.

it's dimensions are listed as 222 x 540 X 623 mm (WxHxD). the main cooler im looking at is the 212+, listed as 79.7 x 158.5 x 120mm (WxHxD)

however, factoring in the size of the stock side panel fan, motherboard etc, will i actually have enough room to fit the 212+ into the nzxt phantom? i know the 22cm - 16cm is quite comfortable, but i dont know how big the actual fan is, and the nzxt doesnt list the cpu cooler clearance (it's listed as 180cm without the side 200cm fan attached, but nothing with regards to with the fan attached)

thanks