Computer Case Decision

[Guest]

So I am thinking about getting a full tower case probably. Got an antec 300 and was looking at corsair, NZXT. Then i saw AZZA CSAZ brand. What do you guys prefer or like? I kinda don't want to spent more than $120 really. Was thinking about going for NZXT phantom then i saw AZZA.

 

[Karadjgne]

NZXT makes well build, well designed cases, as does Corsair. From what I read of AZZA-csaz, while their cases are Japanese SECC steel, and seem very well built, some of their characteristics are a little sloppy. No filters on 2x230mm side fan intakes.. that's a huge, HUGE dust magnet. no sensor wires on any case fans, made by Globe, and a 3-speed fan controller for a top 230mm exhaust... on the rear of the case? Looks wise.. not to bad, there are worse looking designs, in my opinion, but for some odd reason... the words Power Rangers come to mind, especially looking at the XT1.

If you are shopping for a case, make a list. Start with what you need... optical bay or not, mobo size, hdd bays or not, massive airflow-average airflow etc etc etc.
Make another list. What you want. Windows, good fans or could care less, silence, led fans, colors, doors etc etc etc
Now you have an idea of what case you are looking for, hit pcpartpicker.com, and start shopping from cheapest to @ $120. pretty much you'll find many that match your needs, quite a few that will match that and some wants and hopefully 2+ that will match all on both lists. Write them down, then ask for an opinion on quality etc

What you'll get in the end is YOUR case, since honestly, case choice is most definitely a personal decision.