Older vs Newer Cases

[Steve N. Mavronis]

I've been looking at all the newer PC dust filtered cases like the Phanteks Enthoo Evolv (mATX) this past year still trying to decide which one. Then I revisited some older cases that are still good. For example I still like the Corsair Obsidian 350D, which I could upgrade with their accessories like the 350D magnetic top dust cover and 350D High Airflow vented front panel with dust filter. That would make it look like a smaller 450D. I think I'm settling on the micro-ATX form factor. I guess my question is, does the age of a case on the market matter as long it's well built and you can add modern features to upgrade it?

[Tmt97]

I think its fine if its older. Like you said, just upgrade it.

 

edit: its not like its going to need a driver update or will have incompatibility issue with your components, lol

[Aruxx]

My opinion is no.  I'm still using an Antec from 2008, and even though it's starting to lack some of today's features it's still a sturdy case.  Depending on how old of a case you get to looking at, you'll start to lack USB 3.0, and in some extreme cases wire management options (like my case).

[FAQBytes]

Simply put, if it has everything you want, no. 

 

Only concern is design as some cases look outdated, but in your case that shouldn't be an issue.