Case: InWin 909 or Phanteks Enthoo Luxe Tempered Glass?

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I am a first time system builder. After days of research, I've narrowed down my case choices to the InWin 909 or the Phanteks Enthoo Luxe Tempered Glass Edition. I'm getting an EATX motherboard. I will make a custom loop in the case as well, for some overclocking power. I know the Luxe is very water cooling friendly, but the 909 looks so good and I can't decide which to get. The only problem I have with the 909 is the absolutely horrific access to the motherboard's rear I/O. The luxe looks good, and I like the ambient rgb leds. Another thing to note is that I need at least 2 5.25 inch external bays for a fan controller and a DAC that my mobo comes with. The luxe has 3, and the 909 has none. Then again, it looks so good and I can't decide which one to get. Any ideas?
 
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My personal opinion
Luxe pros to 909

  • ■ ~ 600 watt total heat dissipated on water (280 rad + 420 rad + 140 rad, front top and rear mounting @ ~ 1000RPM fans.) For ~ 200 watt CPU + 2*200 watt GPUs, it'll get higher if you use faster RPM fans.
    ■ Hassle free, cables are tucked behind tray, plenty straps to fasten your assembly, pre-installed standoffs and readily fan+LED controller.
    ■ Better sound management, the Luxe structure bounces sound pressure better than 909.
909 Pros to Luxe

  • ■ Art canvas, not much user can organize cables to become stellar view on right panel, additional parts such as Nanoxia Coolforce cable clip + custom sleeved cables + LED effect make you feel great if you manage to figure out proper layout.
    ■...
My personal opinion
Luxe pros to 909

  • ■ ~ 600 watt total heat dissipated on water (280 rad + 420 rad + 140 rad, front top and rear mounting @ ~ 1000RPM fans.) For ~ 200 watt CPU + 2*200 watt GPUs, it'll get higher if you use faster RPM fans.
    ■ Hassle free, cables are tucked behind tray, plenty straps to fasten your assembly, pre-installed standoffs and readily fan+LED controller.
    ■ Better sound management, the Luxe structure bounces sound pressure better than 909.
909 Pros to Luxe

  • ■ Art canvas, not much user can organize cables to become stellar view on right panel, additional parts such as Nanoxia Coolforce cable clip + custom sleeved cables + LED effect make you feel great if you manage to figure out proper layout.
    ■ Personally 909 will get along better with urban/futuristic interior design.
 
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