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New case, suggestions

Cold Dark Shadow

Cold Dark Shadow

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Im lookin for a new Mid tower ATX case in the $75 range and need some suggestions.
Ive been lookin over at Newegg and seen a couple so far:
They seem like they should ahve good air flow.
Sunbeam 3D Storm IC-3DS-SVBK Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case

Sunbeam Quarterback IC-QB-SVBK Silver/ Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case
I know its got a door but it looks like the drives are accessable without having to open it

thsi one just looks kindda cool lol
COOLER MASTER Ammo 533 RC-533-SWN1

ATRIX CSCI-L8013-C43 Black/ Silver SECC Steel ATX Mid Tower 4 In1 Combo
reviews say it keeps things pretty cool and the price isnt bad at all with the keyboard.mouse combo

AeroCool AeroEngine Plus
Yeah, migth be cool inside and out lol

I want something that doesnt have a front door, prefer 120mm fans rather then 80mm and looks half ass cool (i know some of the ones i posted dont fall into that).
Thoughts, Suggestions?
Thanks :)
 
If you can catch a Antec 900 on sale for the price you can't get much better air flow with all the fans installed under $100. I have seen them go for around $80ish on sale.
Also my idea for the Ammo 533 (is not good on air flow with out a hole saw btw) a couple cans of flat green's and browns and a roll of painters tape and camo it. It would look awsome IMO :cool: Never understood why they didn't camo it.
Hope this helps
-Scott
 
Please.. do not get any of the cases except for the CM you have in your list or the ones suggested.
 
Another vote for the CM 690...can't really beat it for $59.99 from Newegg.

Just used that case for my new build. This case has decent cable management, and awesome airflow. It fit 2 8800 GTXs perfectly. The system stays MUCH cooler than my old system in my Antec P180b.

I really don't have anything negative to say about the 690.
 
CM690: Got mine coming; $50 ar, & fs at zipzoomfly. The case seems like it should be good.
 
I'm gonna say the 690 too, only gripe I have about it is a non-removable mobo tray, but that's a minor thing :p.
 
just make sure you get a 690 preferably shipped from a nearby place rather than from coast-to-coast. the 690's front bezel isnt very sturdy, and my case was twisted a bit during shipment with part of the side panel cant close and the front bezel half-hanging off on one side :(.

but luckily, customer service has been great so far, and i'm waiting for my return label to send it back.

order lots of 120mm fans.
 
Well I got the CM 690, and it's a very very nice case; I can't believe some of the details that thought of at this price point.

I'll have to keep an eye on other cooler master gear; this is the 1st time I've bought any of their gear.
 
ok i was checkin out the 690, you guys are right, the price is good, seems like it will cool well (not an overclocker so not worrying about that) with all the fans and vents but it seems a bit plain. Can you get it in other colors other then black? Im tryin to get away from the black/silver if i can. Honestly everything i have is pretty much that from my TVs to monitors to cases to my cell phone, ect ectand its making me tired lol need soemthing new and different. :)

eDIT: did used to be $59?
 
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119137

This case is pure and total shit for $99+. For $50 total, then ya it's good. Newegg is full of it if anyone would be dumb enough to buy this at that price. Lian Li's are about 10-20$ more, and have at the very least twice the build quality.

If you are spending anywhere near $80 for a case, please spend another 10-20 and get quality. And for the people talking up the Antec 900.... Ya, it's got good airflow, but for a windowed case to have such a huge reputation as having some of the worst cable management ever is beyond me.
 
zipzoomfly has it for $70 plus $20 rebate till 10/15 making it $50 with FS. I just got one from them for my first build and I'm really liking it.
 
Have you looked at the lian li's? I think the pc-7b's are cheap right now.
 
I seen the rebate on zzf, not a fan of MIRs

Havent looked at anything else lately, Ill see if i can give thema look
 
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