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Most portable ATX case?

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Im currently using a CM HAF 932 advanced case. Its pretty big, and very heavy. What would be the smallest (but high quality) case I could downsize to? Im using a X99-UD4 MB (ATX) with a regular ATX power supply, and my CPU has a dual 120mm AIO. Being able to crossfire at least 2 air-cooled cards would be nice, but im willing to limit myself to 1 in order to get significantly smaller case.

 

If it isn't possible, what would my options be for downgrading my motherboard to M-ATX? Knowing I will be doing heavy CPU overclocking, and would like the ability to crossfire at least 2 GPUs, although Im fine with it being limited.

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Im currently using a CM HAF 932 advanced case. Its pretty big, and very heavy. What would be the smallest (but high quality) case I could downsize to? Im using a X99-UD4 MB (ATX) with a regular ATX power supply, and my CPU has a dual 120mm AIO. Being able to crossfire at least 2 air-cooled cards would be nice, but im willing to limit myself to 1 in order to get significantly smaller case.

 

If it isn't possible, what would my options be for downgrading my motherboard to M-ATX? Knowing I will be doing heavy CPU overclocking, and would like the ability to crossfire at least 2 GPUs, although Im fine with it being limited.

NZXT Source 210 is a small case that supports ATX motherboards.  If you want handles, then the Corsair C70 is good.

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NZXT Source 210 is a small case that supports ATX motherboards. If you want handles, then the Corsair C70 is good.

The Source 210 us about the average size for a mid tower.

A S340 would be good.

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Thanks for all the suggestions. I really like the look of the Evolv ATX case, is significantly lighter than my current case an a little smaller, and Im a huge fan of the design and is has many features that I want such as a separate PSU bay for the PSU and cables, and radiator support for my current setup and my "dream" watercooling setup.

 

Im not too crazy about any of the others as far as design and apparent quality, but the S340 wouldn't be too bad of an option.

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