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Best ATX case for high end build?

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What would be the best atx case? My budget for the case is up to $130. Please don't suggest a huge case like the size of the 900d. I was already thinking of getting an matx case but since it's my first ever build I wanted to make it easier on myself. And it would be less of a hassle. I've been looking at the define r4, arc midi r2, and nzxt h440. Let me know which one is the best! (Doesn't have to be one of those 3) I will change the matx board to an atx one by the way.

 

 
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Phanteks Enthoo Pro

NZXT H440 

Fractal Design Define R4 

Corsair 450D 

Corsair 760T 

 

Also, matx cases aren't really hard to build in...you may just have to think about something for a second before doing since there isn't an abundance of extra space (unless you get something like a Corsair 350D, which is basically an ATX sized case). 

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It's basically personal preference and the expansion abilities you need.

They all have different pros and cons.

Personally I love the look of the H440, so that gets my vote.

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If you are looking for mATX corsair 350d is love, corsair 350d is life.

 

Jokes aside, its BEAUTIFUL, easy to build in and BEAUTIFULSPOAUFNGPUANDFUGNAUDGIUPAE

 

Ya i love mine.
 

If you need full size atx go corsair 450d

 

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if you take an atx case, why don't you go with an atx motherboard ?

 

other than that. I love my 450D its amazing

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900d

Air 540

cooler master HAF Stacker 935

 

if you take an atx case, why don't you go with an atx motherboard ?

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NZXT s340

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if you take an atx case, why don't you go with an atx motherboard ?

 

other than that. I love my 450D its amazing

 

900d

Air 540

cooler master HAF Stacker 935

 

This^

cooler master HAF XB Evo

NZXT s340

I said I was going to change it :P

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Since, this is your very first build, I would suggest the NZXT H440. It's one of my absolute favorite cases, and it is a pleasure to work in. Out of the three that you mentioned, that would definitely be my suggestion, as well as my suggestion in general. It's a great case for a first build. 

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