9 replies to this topic

[Texugo87]

Hi folks,

I'm looking for a few suggestions on a new computer case, my budget is about $150, below are my requirements
-ATX
-Black
-Simple but pleasant looking, no windows, weird lights, giant grills, spaceship exhaust ports. Something clean and professional
-atleast 1 5.25" drive bay
-front side USB 3.0

Bonus points for something small (my current case is 19"x21"x9" which is bigger than I'd like), and already with a card reader.

Options I'm considering already:
http://www.ncix.com/...-95525-1320.htm

http://www.ncix.com/...id-e3-64015.htm

http://www.newegg.ca...N82E16811112395

Being available from Newegg or NCIX is a big plus as well.

[Odins Fist]

Because it has a handle... http://www.newegg.co...N82E16811119263

But serioiusly, this one .... http://www.newegg.co...N82E16811139020

[Texugo87]

Totally forgot about the Corsair Obsidian! Thanks, that one is definitely in the running as well. The CM isn't really my thing though.

Unfortunately it won't fit my motherboard though... I've got a P8Z77 which is full ATX. Damn.

[Odins Fist]

Then you cant use a Small/micro atx case. Sorry I didn't see that, I missed the big letters ATX..
facepalm...

Here... http://www.newegg.co...N82E16811139023

Edited by Odins Fist, 24 April 2014 - 02:17 PM.

[Texugo87]

Yeah, looks like I can't really go any smaller for ATX unfortunately. That looks interesting as well, as does the 550D for a few dollars more.

[Barbaric Soul]

this one is a little smaller than your current case- http://www.superbiiz...ame=CA-B12&c=CJ

but honestly, do you really need to spend that much money? http://www.newegg.co...PID=3938566=

Edited by Barbaric Soul, 24 April 2014 - 02:31 PM.

[ThatBum42]

I love full tower cases, they're such a joy to work in. Why's your case have to be small? Does it have to fit in a cabinet or something? Planning to lug it around to LAN parties?

Also I rather like CM cases. Pictures on the Internet don't really do them justice. They're not the ridiculous gaudy things other gaming oriented companies are trying to push, but also have some degree of flavor to them/not completely boring. I personally like the HAF X on my main build, the military-like styling of it really hits the spot. I've also built a couple lesser machines with the HAF 912.

[Lord Letto]

I Have a Bitfenix Outlaw case and I like it.
as for Bitfenix cases that might do you good, there's the Merc Alpha: http://www.newegg.co...N82E16811345024
and the Shinobi: http://www.newegg.co...N82E16811345012
Both are ATX Mid Tower Cases, Black, have 2 USB 3.0 & 2 USB 2.0 on the Front Panel with audio (Headphones and Mic) and 3 5.25" External drive bays

[Kilo 40]

I have the Fractal Design Arc XL, and I love it.

http://www.amazon.co...keywords=arc+xl

http://www.newegg.co...N82E16811352035

It's a big case, so it might not be for you.

[ismell your fear or soiled pants]

this fits all requirements listed sadly it does not have a card reader so no bonus points from that i guess
http://www.newegg.ca...N82E16811146109