Best matx/mid case for a single gpu/cpu fan setup

[gbdonhowe]

Hi, I'm seeking some advice in which case would be best for my matx/mid pc build. Looking for a good combo of minimal size, airflow, and design (who doesn't like a window).

My system:
gpu - gtx 970
cpu - i7-4790k (hyper 212 cooler)
mobo - asus b85M-e/csm (matx)

Potential cases I've looked at:
Phanteks Enthoo Evolv matx case
Fractal Design Define S
Corsair air 240
nzxt s340/h440

Really looking for a matx/(smallish)mid size case, rarely overclocking and only one gpu needed, would greatly appreciate any suggestions/insight on any of the above or other potential cases.

 

[DonkeyOatie]

Small-ish, cheap and decent Cooler Master N200. Are you trying to overclock that CPU on that motherboard? If you have to upgrade to a Z97 motherboard, you could move to a mITX board and then use the Silverstone Milo ML08 or Raven RVZ02B cases.
With very little modding, I think an mATX board with a single GPU would fit in a Silverstone Milo ML07.

 

[gbdonhowe]

Small-ish, cheap and decent Cooler Master N200. Are you trying to overclock that CPU on that motherboard? If you have to upgrade to a Z97 motherboard, you could move to a mITX board and then use the Silverstone Milo ML08 or Raven RVZ02B cases.
With very little modding, I think an mATX board with a single GPU would fit in a Silverstone Milo ML07.

Thanks Donkey, the n200 seems like a good value, but looking for something a little more sleek with some more room than the silverstones. And in terms of the motherboards, yes I would like to have the option to overclock if needed with a CAD render or intensive task, I'm not the most familiar with boards, so thanks for mentioning the z97.

 

[DonkeyOatie]

To someone who doesn't like windows, it is a challenge to suggest cases that are sleek. 🙁

This is nice and sleek, but has a window. http://www.amazon.com/BitFenix-without-Supply-BFC-PAN-300-KSWL1-RP-Silver/dp/B00OULNV2Y

 

[gbdonhowe]

To someone who doesn't like windows, it is a challenge to suggest cases that are sleek. 🙁

Sorry I'm so bad with trying to make witty comments, meant that like everyone likes window cases (including me
😉)

 

[DonkeyOatie]

OOPS, I thought you were saying you were someone who does not like windows. (Some OCD people find the 'guts' too untidy to look at)

How about the bitfenix above then.

 

[gbdonhowe]

OOPS, I thought you were saying you were someone who does not like windows. (Some OCD people find the 'guts' too untidy to look at)

How about the bitfenix above then.

Yes! That aluminum is a definite plus. Will look into that one, and all of the bitfenix's for that matter.

 

[DonkeyOatie]

Bitfenix makes a lot of very stylish cases.

 

[gbdonhowe]

Bitfenix makes a lot of very stylish cases.

Indeed, the pandora, aegis, and prodigy all look like great cases, guess I'll let cyber monday decide.