Can't decide between these two cases

[Trav_X]

http://cougargaming.com/products/cases/qbx/

http://cougargaming.com/products/cases/qbxkaze/

 

Im not sure. Should I use the QBX or QBX Kaze? Both look very cool, but I'm worried about a few things. I know ventilation is going to be better on the Kaze because of how much MESH there is, but how much will that sacrifice noise? I don't want it to be super damn loud. What about the QBX regular? It looks more closed off, but will I be okay with ventilation? Not as much mesh should mean the sound will be less, but will my PC be hotter because of it? Just take a look at the two, internally they are basically identical, but I'm not sure what to choose.also keep in mind, they are the exact same price on Amazon and on Newegg I think the price difference is an extremely marginal gap because of like stock or something.

[Ostardva]

TL:DR - Kaze if you have the cash to spare. 

 

I think you have enough options with fans these days (with rubber grommets) that you should go for the Kaze. ITX is problematic with airflow as I'm sure you're aware. I have a Thermaltake Core V1 and I'm already looking at this case and seeing far better ventilation.

You'll need to balance your air pressure though as all that mesh will become negative or positive pressure depending on your fan setup.