Needs some opions on my next case

[Kevinthewiseone]

Ok so here are the cases that i am thinking about for my new build which won't happen till August or September but i want to get an early start.

Here is the link to the cases that i am considering:
https://secure.newegg.com/Wish...etail.aspx?ID=11157006


At the moment i am leaning to the Antec 900 or 1200, and why do all the new cases have the power supply on the bottom, i think it can be a pain if the wires on the PSU are short.

Thanks for your input in advance.

 

[videogames101]

I love the antec 1200, and yes, it requires very very long PSU cables, because it's a full tower. But, it has more than enough cable routing space to hide any extra cables. It's a damn sexy case. Also, PSU on the bottom helps with airflow by allowing space for bigger fans near the cpu, and venting the air below GPUs.

 

[Kevinthewiseone]

Originally posted by: videogames101
I love the antec 1200, and yes, it requires very very long PSU cables, because it's a full tower. But, it has more than enough cable routing space to hide any extra cables. It's a damn sexy case. Also, PSU on the bottom helps with airflow by allowing space for bigger fans near the cpu, and venting the air below GPUs.

Yeah i am leaning more and more Towards the Antec 1200, also can everybody see my Wishlist.

And thanks to "videogames101" for your Opinion.

 

[chizow]

900, 902, 1200 are all awesome cases if you want great air cooling. Those current prices on Newegg are a bit high though, the 900 regularly drops to $80 or lower AR. The 902 right now is seriously overpriced because its new (it has all the improvements of a 1200 with 9 bays, same size as the 900). The 1200 has gone on sale quite a few times to ~$130 with no MIR. If you have a MicroCenter near you, its usually on sale for $130. One way to save if you also need a PSU is to look for bundle deals on Newegg. I got mine + PSU for $250 shipped back when the 1200 was still $180 and the PSU was $200+. That combo deal has come and gone a few times as well, along with some other good ones.

 

[imported_trajan]

Can definitely confirm that Microcenter is still offering great sales on the 900 and 1200. Anad if you don't mind paying extra the 1200 has the big advantage not only of more space but of all the cable management options that the 902 has but not the 900. I don't own either, but I spent a good long while in the store checking the 1200 out, opening the hood, etc. Very well built case.

 

[Krynj]

1200 owner here. This is far and beyond the best case I've ever owned. Great airflow, great cable management, and it just looks awesome. Nice and clean look throughout. Stay on top of the dust build up though. I usually take my side door off once a week and give it a once-over with some compressed air duster.

I picked it up at Microcenter for about $150 over the summer, back when NewEgg had them for $215.

 

[Zepper]

Several other brands have recently started selling cases to compete in the Antec "Hundred" series market. For example, the CM Sniper or the Silverstone Raven, etc.

.bh.

 

[Krynj]

Antec 1200 on sale at Microcenter for 6 more days at $130.
http://www.microcenter.com/sin...tml?product_id=0288150

I have this PSU as well:
http://www.microcenter.com/sin...tml?product_id=0286282

Been a solid performer. Has GREAT reviews/ratings on NewEgg too.

 

[Kevinthewiseone]

Ok thanks for your suggestions everyone, I will look into the ones you mentioned Zepper and then go from there.

 

[Zepper]

The Rosewill Conqueror series (aka the Silverstone Precision PS01) competes with the Nine Hundred.

.bh.

 

[daddyd302]

I higly suggest the CM HAF 932. It's longer then the 1200, which to some isn't a big deal. It will be a big deal if you have a mobo with those right angle sata ports. I have no issues on reaching mine. Plenty of room, plenty of hiding places for the wires. A very good case for the money.

 

[Ausm]

Originally posted by: Zepper
Several other brands have recently started selling cases to compete in the Antec "Hundred" series market. For example, the CM Sniper or the Silverstone Raven, etc.

.bh.

I would put thermaltake on that list too.

 

[Kevinthewiseone]

Ok once again i want to think everyone for their suggestions, still haven't decided which case i am going for.