Mid-Tower ATX case recommendations

[Mad Maxx]

I found 2 big cracks in the back panel and side glass of my Antec C8. No idea how it happened, but I'm looking for a different case. I'd like a mid-tower/cube that can hold an ATX mobo/PSU. The new Phanteks EX5 Plus looks interesting, but early reviews aren't flattering for its cooling capability. The other case I like is the Corsair Air 5400. Budget ceiling is $200. Anything else I should consider?

 

[zandor]

What are you thinking in terms of cooling and such? Good case for air cooling isn't necessarily the same as one that's good for water or an AIO. Like a Fractal Torrent is a great case for air cooling but it has a solid top so no top mounted AIO or rad. Not so good for liquid cooling. So what are you thinking for your cooling setup? Air? AIO? Custom loop?

 

[Mad Maxx]

I've got an Arctic 360 AIO. I think I'm going with a Lian Li 011 Vision Compact. I like the way you can install the AIO radiator behind the 3x120mm vertical fans (0:15) instead of mounting it across the top.


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