Which case is better?

[Nw333]

Hey guys. Making a new build and was wondering which case is better.

Cases: AeroCool Xone, Cooler Master Elite 431 Plus, CoolerMaster Elite 430, CMaster Elite 371, Antec Six Hundred, AeroCool StrikeX.

Specs: (if needed)
Intel Core i5 2320
Asus H67 M-LE
Zotac GTX560 OC
Silverstone ST50F 500W

If you guys need more info just post.

 

[rufus_22]

given the choices I'd go with the http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119253&Tpk=Elite%20371

 

[joluk44]

agreed

 

[Nw333]

Good choice. But the AeroCool StrikeX comes with 3 fans and the CM 371 doesnt include any, so what do you think?

 

[joluk44]

i think buy your own and mount them. i mounted 4 today in under 10 mins, and you get to have the balance of light, sound and airflow that you want

 

[jaywald]

I know you didn't ask but the Zalman Z9 Plus is a good but fairly cheap case. I got mine from Amazon for £45 and it comes with 4 fans and space for 3 more, it also has a small fan controller on the front (which admittedly isn't brilliant) and a temperature display. There's also 2 holes for watercooling and enough space for a 290mm GPU. Personally I love mine.

 

[Lutfij]

I'd go with these: cases

 

[rufus_22]

Just a thott but at the same I price I'd go with http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811139008

 

[Nw333]

Well, a Corsair case seems to be recommended. So, 300R? Although still considering that AeroCool, is it even a good brand? What do you think about this one: http://pcx.com.ph/peripherals/chassis/aerocool-x-one-advance.html

 

[Lutfij]

I was going to say 300R windowed but thought of seeing how much your wallet would expand upon seeing that link

 

[Nw333]

Well thats cheaper by around $40 lol. XD Idk if the AeroCool is costly over there, but its cheap around here.

 

[Lutfij]

http://pcx.com.ph/peripherals/chassis/corsair-carbide-300r-w-window.html

yeah that case does cost a lil more on your side. But you'll be really glad you shelled out on a case like the 300R and ofc once bought you can start building your rig without worry

 

[Nw333]

Oh and while im on this forum, is this a good PSU? http://pcx.com.ph/components/power-supplies/antec-neo-eco-520w.html
It doesnt include a power cord though, dunno what that is xD Im thinking its the plug or something.

 

[Lutfij]

for a GTX 560 I'd want to get myself a 550~600W PSU that has cablemanagement and atleast 80+ bronze efficiancy

 

[Nw333]

Builds gonna cost me more than I thought o.o Can you try to find any good case under 3000Php at pcx.com.ph Got the PSU covered, getting this: http://pcx.com.ph/components/power-supplies/silverstone-st60f-600w.html

 

[Lutfij]

i found this: http://pcx.com.ph/peripherals/chassis/fractal-core-1000.html and your mobo is also mATX
but do a lil review digging on that 100 case

PSU checks out fine, in fact sine the budget on your case has reduced, might want to get another higher priced PSU of the same wattage...?

on second thoughts
PSU:http://pcx.com.ph/components/power-supplies/fsp-aurum-series-80-gold-600w.html
case:
http://pcx.com.ph/peripherals/chassis/fractal-arc-mini.html - my first choice (and keep the silverstone PSU intact)
http://pcx.com.ph/peripherals/chassis/silverstone-precision-3.html
http://pcx.com.ph/peripherals/chassis/aerocool-x-one-advance.html

http://www.overclock.net/t/1116320/review-fractal-design-arc-mini/0_100

 

[Nw333]

Well, Im going to go with the X One Advance. I like the idea of it having an included fan and USB 3.0 You think its okay already? Site says it has good cable management.

 

[Lutfij]

will choose fractal arc mini with my eyes closed

stock fans are really crappy, esp if you see that it comes with a cheap price tagged case - no offence but that just means they are bad. Invest some time and money to pick up good case fans

http://www.overclock.net/products/aerocool-strike-x-one-advance-case/reviews

^ would stay away form the aerocool cases.

 

[Nw333]

Best answer selected by Nw333.

 

[Nw333]

Ok then, I was able to squeeze in a few bucks from my family and and I can buy that Mini Thanks for your help!

 

[Lutfij]

good on ya mate!+thank you for BA vote.

 

[rufus_22]

good luck

 

[rubix_1011]

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