I need a new case.

[UsedLinusTechtipsforumID]

So, I need a new case, And can't decide which to pick, I heard both really good things about the Corsair Obsidian 750D and NZXT Phantom, But what i wan't to know is, Which one is the best for a custom water loop and can fit the most/bigger radiators in.

Also which of the 2 has the best airflow.

And if there is another case that also around 130 Euro's, That will do all the above better and that can fit these parts: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/ymJkHx

 

Edit: Forget the Corsair H80i in the PCPartPicker build, i am going for a custom loop.

 

Edit 2: Fixed the link.

[Jodomcfrodo]

Air 540, 750D or an Enthoo primo/luxe get my votes.

[Thorium19]

Silverstone RV05 with a 2x180mm radiator in the bottom

Enthoo pro, primo or luxe will fit a lot in and has good airflow, as well as the corsair air 540, and the obsidian 450D can fit a solid loop in with great airflow for a smaller form factor. With a bit of modding the fractal design arc midi R2 is a solid choice for a 360 mm radiator in the roof, or even the arc XL.

[spwath]

Silverstone RV05 with a 2x180mm radiator in the bottom

Enthoo pro, primo or luxe will fit a lot in and has good airflow, as well as the corsair air 540, and the obsidian 450D can fit a solid loop in with great airflow for a smaller form factor. With a bit of modding the fractal design arc midi R2 is a solid choice for a 360 mm radiator in the roof, or even the arc XL.

You really like your RV05.

I want to get an Ft05 but my parents say my current "Pretty red case" is good enough.

I say icky red phantom 410.

[WizardKing]

What about a phanteks pro?

[Thorium19]

You really like your RV05.

I want to get an Ft05 but my parents say my current "Pretty red case" is good enough.

I say icky red phantom 410.

Ouch, unlucky. Yes, I love the RV05. I've been sizing it up for where to mount the 3.5" drives if I wanted to fit a larger power supply or a radiator in it at some point.

The FT05 looks gorgeous, I have to admit. Much better than a red 410. The worrying thing is, my dad had a similar response when I showed him the 410:

"that's a nice looking case, get that instead. And it's cheaper, even better!"

"There's a reason it's cheaper, you imbecile!"

[spwath]

Ouch, unlucky. Yes, I love the RV05. I've been sizing it up for where to mount the 3.5" drives if I wanted to fit a larger power supply or a radiator in it at some point.

The FT05 looks gorgeous, I have to admit. Much better than a red 410. The worrying thing is, my dad had a similar response when I showed him the 410:

"that's a nice looking case, get that instead. And it's cheaper, even better!"

"There's a reason it's cheaper, you imbecile!"

yeah.

I might build a wooden inclosure around my phantom 410 (the dont want me to build a wooden case, fire hazard, not grounded, no sheilding)

 

 

It will amek it look better and be quieter

[Devil0359]

Go for a cooler master haf x-m.
2x200 mm fans 

[Shaqo_Wyn]

So, I need a new case, And can't decide which to pick, I heard both really good things about the Corsair Obsidian 750D and NZXT Phantom, But what i wan't to know is, Which one is the best for a custom water loop and can fit the most/bigger radiators in.

Also which of the 2 has the best airflow.

And if there is another case that also around 130 Euro's, That will do all the above better and that can fit these parts: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/KQ7CZL 

 

Edit: Forget the Corsair H80i in the PCPartPicker build, i am going for a custom loop.

The link is dead. Corsair 540 Air. It has good airflow and room from some big rads. Triple 120 in the front, dual 120 in the top. 125 EUR.

[UsedLinusTechtipsforumID]

The link is dead. Corsair 540 Air. It has good airflow and room from some big rads. Triple 120 in the front, dual 120 in the top. 125 EUR.

Fixed, It must be a big full tower case though.

[Shaqo_Wyn]

Fixed, It must be a big full tower case though.

Not sure there's much at your budget. Even the 750D is 150 EUR. Maybe the Enthoo Pro, depending on the price.

[UsedLinusTechtipsforumID]

Not sure there's much at your budget. Even the 750D is 150 EUR. Maybe the Enthoo Pro, depending on the price.

The 750D is 130 euro here, Is it better than the Corsair Air 540D? And the NZXT Phantom? I heard that the NZXT Phantom had pretty good airflow.

But than again it should be able to fit some radiators.

[daemonowner]

Phanteks Enthoo Primo, Luxe or Pro. Ridiculously good for watercooling.

 

From a thread comparing the 760T to the Enthoo Luxe:

 

If you want to say the 760T has a load of features, consider this:

The Luxe has a PWM fan hub included on the rear of the motherboard tray.

The Luxe has a bunch of velcro straps for easy cable management, and the Luxe has some of the management done out of the box.

The Luxe has a nice little compartmentalized plastic box for all the screws you could ever need for the case.

The Luxe comes with a pump bracket and a reservoir bracket, and has a couple of mounts for reservoirs. Another way the Luxe is excellent for watercooling.

The Luxe has a 5 year warranty. Corsair doesn't even mention the warranty for the 760T for good reason. It's 2 years.

The Luxe has slots so the fans can be positioned where you want them to be, handy for watercooling or optimizing airflow.

The Luxe mainly uses screws instead of rivets like the 760T uses. Helpful for modding and watercooling.

The Luxe comes with a power supply cover, and the HDDs are hidden by the stealth cover.

The Luxe has LEDs preinstalled. You may not like them, I don't, but many do, and having them already simply saves time and money.

All while being $30-50 cheaper than the 760T at release.

[Shaqo_Wyn]

The 750D is 130 euro here, Is it better than the Corsair Air 540D? And the NZXT Phantom? I heard that the NZXT Phantom had pretty good airflow.

But than again it should be able to fit some radiators.

IMO no. The 540 Air has better airflow and it's a cube case, something different. It also supports roughly the same amount of radiators as the 750D.

 

I'm planning on putting a triple 120mm UT60 in the front and dual 120mm UT60 in the top once I get mine.

 

According to the NZXT website, the Phantom can only fit a dual 120mm radiator in the top. You should be looking at the Phantom 820 if you want good water cooling support. It's a great case (if you like the aggressive look of the outside) that many don't consider, unfortunately.