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submitted 6 days ago* (last edited 6 days ago) by [email protected] to c/[email protected]
 

So to get it out of the way here's what I intend to cram into a case: https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/list/TCWFYd
Budget: $100 to $200.

Asside from the obvious factors (like fitting the GPU) I'm really only looking for 2 main things:

  • Airflow, not looking for a fancy glass fronted case I'm just looking to minimize temperatures and maximize component health.
  • Dust filters, magnetic for easy cleaning would best, same reasoning as above (2 cats in the house)

Basically I'm looking for something like a Liancool 207 only that case can't fit my PSU and likely wouldn't be happy with the cables to feed the Red Devil either. I've seen good things about the Fractal Focus 2 but its description as entry level has me worried if those good thermals stay good for this kind of GPU/CPU combo, its front filter is also reportedly not the greatest.

So I thought I'd ask you guys to help me pick a nice cold and dust free box to keep my magic thinking rocks/sand in.

Edit:
Thanks to everyone for the advice particularly putting me on to GamersNexus (looking at you @[email protected]) and encouraging me to look at more Fractal cases. Ended up going right to the top end of my Budget with a Fractal Design Torrent as it appears to have the best overall thermal performance. Figure its going to be worth it in the long run for that ultimate goal of maximizing component lifespan.

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[โ€“] [email protected] 6 points 6 days ago* (last edited 6 days ago) (1 children)

My two cats have not killed my North yet. It lacks a top dust filter. Front and bottom ones are easy to clean.

Available in Mesh and Tinted Glass in black or white depending on venders.

A true pleasure to build in.

And wood front Is really spiffy.

I was gonna start my new one this afternoon but....

[โ€“] [email protected] 1 points 6 days ago

Really enjoying my white North. Best case I've ever owned. I wish they made a slightly smaller version though.