Need some case suggestions

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Seldorin

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I've pretty much spent the last three days reading through hundreds of case reviews and tons of threads here and still can't seem to pick a case.

At first I figured I'd get an Antec 902, but after going back and looking at other cases, I decided to reconsider. My current case is a Lian Li (not sure what model exactly, all I know is it's small and has wheels), and I really like the quality of their cases, so I figured I'd look more into them.

After looking at what Lian Li has, the first case I saw was the Lancool PC-K62, which looks like a great case, though I'm unsure of the whole window and LEDs, but I guess those are easy fixes with just picking the windowless version. Then I saw that Lian Li themselves make pretty much the exact same case, but it's aluminum, not steel, and looks to be of higher quality, though at a higher price. This case being the Armorsuit PC-P50. So hey, looks good, until I saw the PC-B25F. Now I'm stuck. The PC-B25F doesn't have the mesh looking front all the way down, but it also looks like the front might constrict air intake (it has a 2nd fan in the front though, so who knows).

So basically I'm down to three cases that I'm torn between and I'd love some suggestions.

Lancool PC-K62
Lian Li Armorsuit PC-P50
Lian Li PC-B25F

Does the aluminum/higher quality look of Lian Li's cases warrant the price increase of $70-100?
 
while aluminum cases look a little better (my opinion) and are a little less heavy, there really are not many benefits to using it for the user. there used to be a legend about them being somewhat cooler than secc or plastic cases. the k62 is a really nice case. but if you are prepared to spend the $200 for the b25f, there are many cases for that price or less that are better.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119194

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119160

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811163154

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811233047
 
I really like how the lian li cases are designed so you never have to use tools, though. And I only need a mid tower, not a full tower. If the difference between steel and aluminum isn't noticeable in terms of the computer performance itself (not the weight/durability), then I may just go with the K62. The B25F and P50 just seem like they are built sturdier/higher quality, though that's probably just my own appreciation for the brushed aluminum and the better looking power/reset buttons..

That Raven RV02 looks insane with those three huge intake fans on the bottom, I must say.
 
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Seldorin said:
That Raven RV02 looks insane with those three huge intake fans on the bottom, I must say.
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If you are looking for a case that will balance between airflow and noise - I have to recommend the RV02 - this is probably one of the quieter cases I have owned. The temps aren't fantastic, but I would much rather have a quieter computer.

The build quality isn't superb compared to LianLi, but its unique layout and features make it really stand out - and having the cabling on the top is a great plus! I no longer have to slide my computer in and out to access my mobo connections, just take off the top plate and done!
 
I just ordered the K26... best case for $100

however there are some more aggressive and good cases out there as well, this fully tool less design, sound dampeners etc. are gonna look sick with the dark knight cooler and uv
 
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