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Hello guys :)

I'm looking around for a mATX case, i know they exist in different forms depending on the orientation of the motherboard, but i would like to stay classic. The biggest problem i'm having with my current case (An old Cooler Master Mid Tower) is the fact that is too big and doesn't have any sound dampening materials. This is a big problem since the pc is placed into a room where some member of my family do stuff. I'm Also using an old GTX 660 with a Windforce cooler, and it get kind of loud while under load. I Would like to have a little side windows to be able to see what's inside but nothing huge. 
I would like to spend something like 50-60€ for it, any suggestions?

I Really like the Corsair 350D and a couple of Fractal Design's one, but they are too expensive for me.

 

My Build: 
Intel Core i7 3770

Asus P8-Z77M mATX Motherboard

Noctua NH-L12 (For this one i'm using both fan included in the package so it's about 93mm tall)

Gigabyte GTX 660
Samsung 850 Evo 120Gb
Old 3,5" HDD

Antech HCG 520w

 

 

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I recommend these cases- 

 

The Corsair 88R- the entry-level Carbide-series case, which sports the simpler, unembellished look the 100R and 200R share. I quite like the aesthetic. The Spec M2 @huilun02 recommended is a more 'gamer-y' variant.

http://it.pcpartpicker.com/product/shtWGX/corsair-case-cc9011086ww

 

The Thermaltake Core V21. This case is completely modular and comes with a 200mm intake fan. You can choose to stick with the horizontal motherboard orientation, or you can mount your motherboard vertically by changing the position of the motherboard tray.

http://it.pcpartpicker.com/product/QMp323/thermaltake-case-ca1d500s1wn00

 

The Sharkoon T9 Value. I've never heard of this case or this brand, but it looks good, has a ton of front-panel USB ports (2x 2.0, 2x 3.0), and has a distinct colour scheme. Get it if you like green, I guess.

http://it.pcpartpicker.com/product/3TvRsY/sharkoon-case-4044951011407

i5 12600KF | Zotac RTX 4080 Gaming trinity | Team Vulcan 2x16GB DDR4 3600 | ASRock Z690M-ITX/ac | WD Black SN850x 2TB

Cooler Master NR200P v2 | ID Cooling Zoomflow 280 XT | SeaSonic Focus SGX-750 | Thermalright 2x140mm + 2x120mm aRGB

LG C2 OLED 48" 120hz | Epomaker TH80 (Gateron Yellow) | Logitech MX Master 3 | Koss Porta Pro Comm

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37 minutes ago, huilun02 said:

This maybe?

Not the most exhaustive list, pcpartpicker Italy

I have never used that case. I have never used a m-ATX case. I do not live in Europe.

 

23 minutes ago, Aereldor said:

I recommend these cases- 

 

The Corsair 88R- the entry-level Carbide-series case, which sports the simpler, unembellished look the 100R and 200R share. I quite like the aesthetic. The Spec M2 @huilun02 recommended is a more 'gamer-y' variant.

http://it.pcpartpicker.com/product/shtWGX/corsair-case-cc9011086ww

 

The Thermaltake Core V21. This case is completely modular and comes with a 200mm intake fan. You can choose to stick with the horizontal motherboard orientation, or you can mount your motherboard vertically by changing the position of the motherboard tray.

http://it.pcpartpicker.com/product/QMp323/thermaltake-case-ca1d500s1wn00

 

The Sharkoon T9 Value. I've never heard of this case or this brand, but it looks good, has a ton of front-panel USB ports (2x 2.0, 2x 3.0), and has a distinct colour scheme. Get it if you like green, I guess.

http://it.pcpartpicker.com/product/3TvRsY/sharkoon-case-4044951011407

 Thank you guys :)
I was trying to choose between the Thermaltake Versa H15 and the Corsair 88r. Both looks pretty good, i like the Corsair One better but the H15 has a lot of cool features. Ocaholic gave it their "Platinum Award" and it's even cheaper than the corsair one. Another Question, When you search on google for a review which site do you trust the most?

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1 hour ago, huilun02 said:

a non removable drive cage, which prevent installation of long graphics cards.

Snippety snip snip

 

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i5 12600KF | Zotac RTX 4080 Gaming trinity | Team Vulcan 2x16GB DDR4 3600 | ASRock Z690M-ITX/ac | WD Black SN850x 2TB

Cooler Master NR200P v2 | ID Cooling Zoomflow 280 XT | SeaSonic Focus SGX-750 | Thermalright 2x140mm + 2x120mm aRGB

LG C2 OLED 48" 120hz | Epomaker TH80 (Gateron Yellow) | Logitech MX Master 3 | Koss Porta Pro Comm

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It may be a bit old by now but I'd still give it a recommendation.

http://www.corsair.com/en-us/carbide-series-air-240-high-airflow-micro-atx-and-mini-itx-pc-case

 

The dual-chamber design of the Carbide Air series is always a pleasure to work in.

So at least consider this one and see if it fits your needs.

 

EDIT:

Just realized that you'll be adding a 3.5" HDD to this. Well, maybe I can't really recommend it given how 3.5" drives are mounted in this case. (See video for details)

Edited by PrimeSonic
3.5" HDDs might not play nice in this case

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