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[kevp453]

I'm planning a build and need a case recommendation.

 

Here's the current part list for my build:

PCPartPicker

 

I want a case with:

Tempered Glass window

Fits an EATX mobo

Optical drive slot (yes, I love my Blu Ray drive for ripping my movies, use it quite frequently)

Decent mounting for a radiator/pump combo (planning on the EKWB Fluid A240G for my first time water cooling)

BONUS: RGB that I can plug into the mobo for Aura Sync RGB goodness.

 

The only case I've found that meets those requirements is the Phanteks Enthoo Pro M w/ TG. Any other cases out there that meet my requirements?

[stealth80]

2 minutes ago, kevp453 said:

I'm planning a build and need a case recommendation.

 

Here's the current part list for my build:

PCPartPicker

 

I want a case with:

Tempered Glass window

Fits an EATX mobo

Optical drive slot (yes, I love my Blu Ray drive for ripping my movies, use it quite frequently)

Decent mounting for a radiator/pump combo (planning on the EKWB Fluid A240G for my first time water cooling)

BONUS: RGB that I can plug into the mobo for Aura Sync RGB goodness.

 

The only case I've found that meets those requirements is the Phanteks Enthoo Pro M w/ TG. Any other cases out there that meet my requirements?

The optical drive makes this really difficult - could you get an external USB 3.1 ? 

[Skiiwee29]

The Phanteks Enthoo Luxe Pro.

 

https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811854043

[kevp453]

Just now, stealth80 said:

The optical drive makes this really difficult - could you get an external USB 3.1 ? 

I guess I could..... but I already own the Blu Ray drive and I'm moving it over to the new build. I'd prefer to keep it. I know that's cutting out a lot of options.

If I did axe the internal drive, what would you recommend?

[Guest]

6 minutes ago, kevp453 said:

I'm planning a build and need a case recommendation.

 

Here's the current part list for my build:

PCPartPicker

 

I want a case with:

Tempered Glass window

Fits an EATX mobo

Optical drive slot (yes, I love my Blu Ray drive for ripping my movies, use it quite frequently)

Decent mounting for a radiator/pump combo (planning on the EKWB Fluid A240G for my first time water cooling)

BONUS: RGB that I can plug into the mobo for Aura Sync RGB goodness.

 

The only case I've found that meets those requirements is the Phanteks Enthoo Pro M w/ TG. Any other cases out there that meet my requirements?

I don't think that Pro M supports your mobo

[kevp453]

3 minutes ago, MaestroOCZ said:

I don't think that Pro M supports your mobo

Ooh, looking closer I think you're right! PCPartpicker stated it supported EATX mobos, but looking at Phanteks' website it's only up to 264 mm and the Apex board is ~300.

 

Thanks for calling that out!!!!

There goes that idea.

[stealth80]

2 minutes ago, kevp453 said:

I guess I could..... but I already own the Blu Ray drive and I'm moving it over to the new build. I'd prefer to keep it. I know that's cutting out a lot of options.

If I did axe the internal drive, what would you recommend?

There's a tonne of cases I would go with.

 

I personally use an INWIN 303 - See my "Temporal Snow Ryzen Refresh" for build ideas. (Would need a non EATX)

 

I also really like the NZXT 340 Elite, Phantek P400, Phantek Enthoo Evolve M (would need to change your board)

 

[stealth80]

Not sure on your colour scheme, but a white case and https://pcpartpicker.com/product/8RmxFT/msi-z270-mpower-gaming-titanium-atx-lga1151-motherboard-z270-mpower-gaming-titanium would look great

[kevp453]

6 minutes ago, stealth80 said:

There's a tonne of cases I would go with.

 

I personally use an INWIN 303 - See my "Temporal Snow Ryzen Refresh" for build ideas. (Would need a non EATX)

 

I also really like the NZXT 340 Elite, Phantek P400, Phantek Enthoo Evolve M (would need to change your board)

 

I'm locked in with the processor and mobo choices. I'll be able to purchase them as a package deal for $320. I'd normally go with a smaller build, but with that good a deal I'll have to step up to something a bit bigger. Stuck with EATX this time.

 

PS: Your "Temporal Snow Ryzen Refresh" is absolutely beautiful.

[stealth80]

5 minutes ago, kevp453 said:

PS: Your "Temporal Snow Ryzen Refresh" is absolutely beautiful.

Thanks, its been a long one!

 

5 minutes ago, kevp453 said:

I'm locked in with the processor and mobo choices. I'll be able to purchase them as a package deal for $320. I'd normally go with a smaller build, but with that good a deal I'll have to step up to something a bit bigger. Stuck with EATX this time

 

Ok that is a fantastic deal, let me dig through a little more

[stealth80]

https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product/xFs8TW/anidees-ai-crystal-atx-mid-tower-case-ai-crystal

 

https://pcpartpicker.com/products/compare/phanteks-case-phes614lwt,phanteks-case-phes614pwt,phanteks-case-phes813pwt/

[kb5zue]

I have the same sorts of wants and needs so I went with the 

 

CoolerMaster Mastercase Maker 5t and I really like it.

 

Here is a link to their MSI edition, check it out.

 

http://www.coolermaster.com/case/mid-tower/mastercase-maker-5-msi-dragon-edition/

 

[kevp453]

4 minutes ago, stealth80 said:

https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product/xFs8TW/anidees-ai-crystal-atx-mid-tower-case-ai-crystal

 

https://pcpartpicker.com/products/compare/phanteks-case-phes614lwt,phanteks-case-phes614pwt,phanteks-case-phes813pwt/

Of those I like the Enthoo Luxe the best (but not the price tag lol). 

Thanks to legacy99 for the same reccomendation.

[kevp453]

8 minutes ago, kb5zue said:

I have the same sorts of wants and needs so I went with the 

 

CoolerMaster Mastercase Maker 5t and I really like it.

 

Here is a link to their MSI edition, check it out.

 

http://www.coolermaster.com/case/mid-tower/mastercase-maker-5-msi-dragon-edition/

 

Thanks for the recommendation. The specs don't list support for an EATX mobo. Did you fit one in somehow?

[kb5zue]

I got an Asus TUF Sabertooth FX990 3.0 mobo because I tend to be a little rough with them.  I really like this mobo but it is somewhat on the high side with cost.

 

https://www.asus.com/us/Motherboards/TUF-SABERTOOTH-990FX-R3-0/

 

The actual case that I got is the CoolerMaster MasterMaker 5t.  It has a LOT of room in it.  I got it for the room and the USB 3 on the front panel for one thing and another is for the room because I want to add an AIO 280 next month.

 

http://www.coolermaster.com/case/mid-tower/mastercase-maker-5t/

 

Here are the specs for the case.  I hope that I have been able to answer your questions but if there is anything else that I can do to help, don't hesitate to ask.

 

 

Product Name		MasterCase Maker 5t
Model Number		MCZ-C5M2T-RW5N
Available Color		Metallic red-black
Materials		Steel body, Plastic mesh bezel, Tempered glass panels (both sides)
Dimensions (LxWxH)		544 x 242 x 574 mm
Net Weight		13.5kg
Motherboard Support		ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
Expansion Slots		7
Drive Bays	5.25"	2
	3.5"	2
	2.5"	2+2
I/O Panel		USB 3.0 x 4 Audio In & Out (supports HD Audio) Fan Speed Control H/L LED light control button (light on, breathing light, light off)
Pre-installed Fan(s)	Front	140mm x 2 (1200RPM)
	Rear	140mm x 1 (1200RPM)
Fan Support	Front	120/140mm x 3
	Rear	120/140mm x 1
	Top	120/140mm x 2
Liquid Cooling Support	Front	240mm / 280mm radiator
	Rear	120mm / 140mm
	Top	240mm / 280mm (max. 297mm radiator length)
Clearance	CPU Cooler	190mm / 7.48"
	PSU	200mm / 7.87"
	Graphics Card	296mm / 11.7" (with 3.5" HDD cage) 412mm / 16.22" (w/o 3.5" HDD cage)
Cable Routing	Behind Motherboard Tray	35mm
Dust Filters		Top, Front, bottom
Power Supply		Bottom mount, ATX
Lighting Support		Red LED strip x1 (pre-Installed) 4 LED connections in total available (3 available out of the package)
Extra features		MasterCase M-Port Graphics Card Holder
EAN Code		4719512053744
UPC Code		884102029837