New Case... which one???

[ATNryan]

Alright guys, as you may know (probably not), I just recently built a new rig. Now I think I want to upgrade my case a little bit for some better cooling. Please let me know which case you think I should get!

This Antec: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129021

This Cooler Master: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119103

This NZXT: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811146029

I think the Antec is nice because it should have great front to back airflow, but with no fan on the side, I think my cpu temps could actually rise with that case. The cooler master seems like the best choice, but $220 shipped to my house just seems a little crazy, specially without any fans. Lastly, the NZXT case is very sleek and isn't crazy looking, but offers very similar cooling to the Cooler Master and does come with all the fans.

Let me know what you guys think or if there are any other cases that you think I should look into. Just one thing though, I have a HUGE thermaltake cpu cooler, so most cases with large, lets say 25cm fans on the side, are pretty much out of the question.

[Kernel Error]

this is the one ive been using:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16811119039

I got it because it didnt have a door on the front and lots and lots of air flow.

I run an AMD FX-60 and my 8800GTX in here and i havnt had to add any fans ... yet.

[Phyxius]

Im liking the NZXT.. 8 fans ought keep the case cool...And its not bad on the eyes.. Price is good..

[hank123]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129021

thats your antec.
I would go with the antec. I know people that are using them in a gaming center. No problems with them yet. there running C2D and 8800GTs no cooling problems. plus they look puntty nice!

[Gruthar]

The Antec case does have a side fan mount... if there's no option for it on Newegg, just buy a 120mm fan along with the case. Everyone I know who's gotten that case loves it, for what it's worth...

These are all good cases. I'm personally a fan of Antec because of the steel construction... I take my PC to LANs and such, and while it is heavier than an aluminum case, it can take a beating and come out unscathed.

At this point I think it just comes to a matter of taste (and maybe price, that Cooler Master case is a little expensive.)

[Smurf]

Personally, I'd go with the Antec. Though both Cooler Masters are good cases as well. Your choice basically..

[Drayu]

I have the antec, and love it! It does have a side 120mm fan option, I recommend going with the tricool antec fan for the side. I don't have the side fan, and I have no temp probs what so ever! The top 200mm fan on low moves some serious air, on high...WOW!!!!

See this link, it has my antec in it for pics:
http://www.warishellgaming.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15751

[Drayu]

Plus, the antec has 757 reviews with a 5 star rating, that has to say something!

[KAstickboy]

i have this case... http://techreport.com/reviews/2004q1/antec-sonata/index.x?pg=1

the antec cases are really nice. they are built to be on the quiet side and i agree with gruthar, i like mine to be steel so that they can be moved and take a beating when transporting the PC.

KA

[sir_digalot]

my buddy has the antec, it is FRICKEN BRIGHT! but has no problem cooling at all, he loves it... lots of airflow and everything, he got his alot cheaper then newegg though,

[ATNryan]

Thanx for the input guys. I have decided to go with the antec case and I just ordered it earlier this afternoon. Hopefully I willl be able to post some pics of the build (if everything goes well). Once again, thanx for the fast input and I will keep you updated!

[Drayu]

Congrats on the antec. I recommend modding it for better airflow.