Which mATX case? Decisions... Decisions...

[phidipsss]

I am currently in a three way race for a good mATX case that I will most likely be using in my new small footprint gaming build. I have looked at three cases, the Corsair Air 240 , the Fractal Design Node 804, or the Corsair 350D. The biggest things I need out of this case is good airflow, and silent if not really quiet operation.

I appreciate the help...

[Paralectic]

The 350D offers 2x140mm intakes, 2x140mm exhaust top and 120mm exhaust back. pretty good airflow

[Helicase]

You might also want to check out the Fractal Design Define Mini or Arc Mini R2. The Define Mini is going to be quieter with slightly worse airflow, and the Arc Mini R2 can mount a ludicrous amount of fans.

[phidipsss]

Also anyone with the air 240, is the open back hard drive cage behind the case a big source of noise? Really a big deal or naw?

+1 Helicase for the the other cases

[WoodenMarker]

It would help to list what you plan to put inside of the case. 

The 350D isn't a small case--it's about as big as a mid tower. 

 

Also anyone with the air 240, is the open back hard drive cage behind the case a big source of noise? Really a big deal or naw?

It's only as loud as your hdd's but it isn't the most quiet implementation.

[Totallycasual]

I have a 250D that i managed to fit a 4770k+980ti Hybrid into  

 

Modest looking little black box that kicks the ass of many a LED filled flashy full size rigs lol