[Build Log] Completely stuffing an ITX Case (i7-4770k + R9 290)

[Lotus]

Parts List:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  (Purchased For $230.00)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG R1 Universal 76.0 CFM CPU Cooler  (Purchased For $50.00)
Motherboard: ASRock Z97E-ITX/ac Mini ITX LGA1150 Motherboard  (Purchased For $135.00)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  (Purchased For $30.00)
Storage: Crucial M500 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  (Purchased For $80.00)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  (Purchased For $50.00)
Video Card: XFX Radeon R9 290 4GB Double Dissipation Video Card  (Purchased For $220.00)
Case: Fractal Design Core 500 Mini ITX Desktop Case  (Purchased For $65.00)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA GS 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  (Purchased For $80.00)
Other: Hot Swap Bay (2.5" and 3.5") (Purchased For $40.00)
Total: $980.00
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-12-17 00:12 EST-0500

 

 

Status:

Cooler is shipped and arriving soon. Temporarily using a CM 212 Evo as a replacement. Build is finished except for the cooler.

 

Pictures:

 

 

Some of the parts I already had (CPU, GPU, PSU, memory, and storage), but my old build's motherboard died. Considering what I had and my needs, I figured it was time for a case upgrade too (old was a cheap Rosewill mid tower). I decided to go all out and try and fit everything, even a ridiculously large dual tower air cooler into a small ITX case. The Fractal Design Core 500 appears to be designed for water cooler, but the PSU placement actually allows for extremely large tower coolers. It says it fits air coolers up to 170mm and the Cryorig R1 is 168.5mm tall with a flat top. It should just barely fit everything in the case. For those not familiar with it, it's on par with an NH-D15, although IMO it looks way better.

 

Pictures will be taken during the entire assembly process once the last parts arrive. Can't wait!

[Bit8xPr0]

Can't wait to see the build!

[Andrew Storlie]

Idk if id consider that "stuffing" and itx case... but a desent build.

[byalexandr]

Hehe it's almost like mine but a bit bigger!

[Curufinwe_wins]

Hehe it's almost like mine but a bit bigger!

BTW node 202 is finally out, you were looking to downsize right?

[Lotus]

Here is the same cooler in a Node 304:

 

Now add on a full length GPU, ATX PSU, and even a 5.25" bay up front. I can't imagine I'll have any space leftover at all.

 

I can't wait!

[byalexandr]

BTW node 202 is finally out, you were looking to downsize right?

I don't think I'm gonna go with the Node 202, aesthetic is kind of odd now that I've had some time to look at it. Plus I just modded my SG05, lookin' sharp.

[StackUnderflow]

Hey, our builds are similar. http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/495853-build-log-application-to-pc-master-race-i7-6700kgtx-980/

Good luck with the 5.25 in bay...

[Lotus]

Motherboard arrived, build finished, albeit with a temporary cooler. It's already super cramped in the case. Pictures added. Runs like a dream and is super cool and quiet.