Which Case best Fit for my Gaming PC

[Dhnam]

Im building a gaming pc but idk which case i should get for my pc.
PC:https://pcpartpicker.com/user/dhnam123/saved/#view=xydTwP

The cases in my mind are
Case1:http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=11-119-260

Case2:http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...0446076&PID=6146836&SID=idn57py3rq000a1700053

Case3:http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...146149&cm_re=NZXT_h440-_-11-146-149-_-Product



The looks are not important but the performance, air cooler..etc please help me choose which one.
Or If you have any other case suggestions please give me.

 

[lehtv]

All of those cases have nice airflow. But for a single 980 Ti, I don't see a reason to pick any of those, outside of aesthetics. Are you planning to run 980 Ti SLI? Overclocking, and how much? TO add to that list: Corsair 750D, Phanteks Enthoo Pro

For a single 980 Ti with mild CPU and GPU overclocking, I'd recommend Define R4 $80 (with extra 140mm fan; Windowed version also available) or Arc Midi R2 $85

Im building a gaming pc but idk which case i should get for my pc.
PC:https://pcpartpicker.com/user/dhnam123/saved/#view=xydTwP

Some off topic thoughts...

1. With your budget you should be looking at Skylake i7-6700K, Z170 and DDR4. E.g. Asus Z170 Pro Gaming and 2x4GB DDR4-2400 to DDR4-3000.

2. Samsung 850 Pro is not worth it for gamers, essentially you're just paying lots of extra bucks for an extra long warranty. Get a BX100 250GB for $56 less or a BX100 500GB for a little more. You'll never notice any difference in practice between 850 Pro and BX100.

3. EVGA 850W is great for 980 Ti SLI without OC. Is this what you're planning? Fo a single 980 Ti, 650W is enough, 750W with OC. For SLI with OC, you'll want 1kW.

4. If you're intending to overclock the CPU, don't expect miracles. The i7 already runs at 4.4GHz max turbo, which doesn't leave much OC headroom unless you're prepared to delid the CPU and put some Coollaboratory Liquid Pro under the lid. If you're not prepared to do that, just grab a basic quiet 120mm cooler such as Be Quiet! Pure Rock or Hyper 212 EVO.

 

[Dhnam]

All of those cases have nice airflow. But for a single 980 Ti, I don't see a reason to pick any of those, outside of aesthetics. Are you planning to run 980 Ti SLI? Overclocking, and how much? TO add to that list: Corsair 750D, Phanteks Enthoo Pro

For a single 980 Ti with mild CPU and GPU overclocking, I'd recommend Define R4 $80 (with extra 140mm fan; Windowed version also available) or Arc Midi R2 $85



Some off topic thoughts...

1. With your budget you should be looking at Skylake i7-6700K, Z170 and DDR4. E.g. Asus Z170 Pro Gaming and 2x4GB DDR4-2400 to DDR4-3000.

2. Samsung 850 Pro is not worth it for gamers, essentially you're just paying lots of extra bucks for an extra long warranty. Get a BX100 250GB for $56 less or a BX100 500GB for a little more. You'll never notice any difference in practice between 850 Pro and BX100.

3. EVGA 850W is great for 980 Ti SLI without OC. Is this what you're planning? Fo a single 980 Ti, 650W is enough, 750W with OC. For SLI with OC, you'll want 1kW.

4. If you're intending to overclock the CPU, don't expect miracles. The i7 already runs at 4.4GHz max turbo, which doesn't leave much OC headroom unless you're prepared to delid the CPU and put some Coollaboratory Liquid Pro under the lid. If you're not prepared to do that, just grab a basic quiet 120mm cooler such as Be Quiet! Pure Rock or Hyper 212 EVO.

I think I'm not going to Overclock my card, so what case do you highly recommend me to get? I'm still stuck between the cases.

 

[DigDog]

of those 3, the H440 without a doubt. i would still recommend a Fractal Designs R5 over it (windowless model) as it's currently the best desktop case for standard builds.

also, i would discourage you from buying the MSI Z97 gaming, as it comes with the horrible KillerNIC. Instead, i would suggest a Gigabyte of the same price range; Asus is another good choice, as long as they come with the Intel NIC.

also, what lehtv said.

 

[Dhnam]

of those 3, the H440 without a doubt. i would still recommend a Fractal Designs R5 over it (windowless model) as it's currently the best desktop case for standard builds.

also, i would discourage you from buying the MSI Z97 gaming, as it comes with the horrible KillerNIC. Instead, i would suggest a Gigabyte of the same price range; Asus is another good choice, as long as they come with the Intel NIC.

also, what lehtv said.

Thing is, i already bought the MSI Z97, is it that bad that i have to return it and buy another one?

 

[lehtv]

I would return the Z97 and buy the newest gen stuff, that is Z170 and 6700K.

 

[lehtv]

I think I'm not going to Overclock my card, so what case do you highly recommend me to get? I'm still stuck between the cases.

Define R4 or Arc Midi R2, as mentioned before. Define R5 is also good but just too expensive for what it is - a very slight upgrade to the R4 which costs $30 less. Would rather have the Enthoo Pro for $100.

 

[MongGrel]

All of those cases have nice airflow. But for a single 980 Ti, I don't see a reason to pick any of those, outside of aesthetics. Are you planning to run 980 Ti SLI? Overclocking, and how much? TO add to that list: Corsair 750D, Phanteks Enthoo Pro

For a single 980 Ti with mild CPU and GPU overclocking, I'd recommend Define R4 $80 (with extra 140mm fan; Windowed version also available) or Arc Midi R2 $85



Some off topic thoughts...

1. With your budget you should be looking at Skylake i7-6700K, Z170 and DDR4. E.g. Asus Z170 Pro Gaming and 2x4GB DDR4-2400 to DDR4-3000.

2. Samsung 850 Pro is not worth it for gamers, essentially you're just paying lots of extra bucks for an extra long warranty. Get a BX100 250GB for $56 less or a BX100 500GB for a little more. You'll never notice any difference in practice between 850 Pro and BX100.

3. EVGA 850W is great for 980 Ti SLI without OC. Is this what you're planning? Fo a single 980 Ti, 650W is enough, 750W with OC. For SLI with OC, you'll want 1kW.

4. If you're intending to overclock the CPU, don't expect miracles. The i7 already runs at 4.4GHz max turbo, which doesn't leave much OC headroom unless you're prepared to delid the CPU and put some Coollaboratory Liquid Pro under the lid. If you're not prepared to do that, just grab a basic quiet 120mm cooler such as Be Quiet! Pure Rock or Hyper 212 EVO.

All of this +1

I would buy a different PSU than mentioned personally, but I'm sure that is a good one also.

 

[DigDog]

the MSI is not bad, just annoying. i have a MSI mobo, and it works, i'm just kinda disappointed.
returning the Z97 for a Z170 is .. an option. i suspect it will be more expensive, but Skylake is a good platform and one that has (so i hear) great overclocking potential.

 

[Dhnam]

All of this +1

I would buy a different PSU than mentioned personally, but I'm sure that is a good one also.

Why a different PSU? Anything wrong with my PSU?

 

[DigDog]

nah, EVGA power supplies are great. you can check out the reviews on jonnyguru.com
http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php?name=NDReviews&op=Story&reid=377
9.9/10 - keep calm and buy EVGA

 

[MoInSTL]

nah, EVGA power supplies are great. you can check out the reviews on jonnyguru.com
http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php?name=NDReviews&op=Story&reid=377
9.9/10 - keep calm and buy EVGA

I agree with DigDog. I have the EVGA SuperNova G2 750W. I didn't need an 850W. They were also quick with the $15 rebate they had at the time.

In addition to JohnnyGuru, PC Perspective, Hexus and separate reviews at TechPowerUp 850W 750W

Edit: Also agree about an R5. Or even an R4. I have both and picked up the R5 because the solid oval slot holes for radiator hole spacing are more flexible. Two way swinging door. Being able to change that was also a factor as I have mine below my desk on the right. And because it's below my desk it was a PITA to pull it way out to get to the dust filter at the bottom. The front filter is much easier to remove and put back on. The left side latch was not a big deal for me. But it's nice to just latch it and not use two screws to hold it in place. The power LED on the R5 isn't as bloody bright as the R4. The fans are slightly better than the R4. I also like that to use the SSD mounts you don't have to remove the whole motherboard which for me negated using them. .On the R5 they are right behind the right side panel. And regarding the motherboard, the tray is slightly recessed. If none of those improvements matter, then pick up an R4. It's a good case. Both come with a handy fan controller. The R5 fan controller uses a SATA connector instead of molex. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMScVX3eCPs

 

[Dhnam]

I agree with DigDog. I have the EVGA SuperNova G2 750W. I didn't need an 850W. They were also quick with the $15 rebate they had at the time.

In addition to JohnnyGuru, PC Perspective, Hexus and separate reviews at TechPowerUp 850W 750W

Edit: Also agree about an R5. Or even an R4. I have both and picked up the R5 because the solid oval slot holes for radiator hole spacing are more flexible. Two way swinging door. Being able to change that was also a factor as I have mine below my desk on the right. And because it's below my desk it was a PITA to pull it way out to get to the dust filter at the bottom. The front filter is much easier to remove and put back on. The left side latch was not a big deal for me. But it's nice to just latch it and not use two screws to hold it in place. The power LED on the R5 isn't as bloody bright as the R4. The fans are slightly better than the R4. I also like that to use the SSD mounts you don't have to remove the whole motherboard which for me negated using them. .On the R5 they are right behind the right side panel. And regarding the motherboard, the tray is slightly recessed. If none of those improvements matter, then pick up an R4. It's a good case. Both come with a handy fan controller. The R5 fan controller uses a SATA connector instead of molex. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMScVX3eCPs

I ordered the NZXT Noctis 450, hopefully that's a right choice haha.

 

[lehtv]

Not a bad pick. I watched HardwareCanucks' video review of it, they didn't have much bad to say apart from pricing (it's internally the same as the cheaper H440).

Be careful not to scratch the side window! Even lightly brushing with nails can leave marks.

 

[MoInSTL]

I ordered the NZXT Noctis 450, hopefully that's a right choice haha.

To save you having to look, here'e the subreddit:
https://www.reddit.com/r/NZXT/new/?count=75&after=t3_33jcta

 

[maishapool]

I´ve bought an ATX case recently for my gaming PC and I´m absolutely OK with that. IMHO ATX is still the best option, in case you´re an every day gamer.