I'm selecting a case for a Ryzen 3900X build on an ASUS ROG VIII Hero or 570-E gaming mobo. I need a minimum of 3 hdds, I'd prefer 4 USB ports on front, and the case size WxH is optimally 8x20 (could stretch to 9.2 x 21 or so) to get airflow around the case in the slot where I need to put it.
Those requirements narrow down the field a lot. Three cases that seem to work are the Fractal Define S2 (blackout or white), Define S2 Vision Blackout, and the Define 7 (the latter actually nudges up to 9.5 wide so may be pushing it too much).
The Define S2 Vision surprised me by having cooler temperatures than the Define S2 and it has all PWM fans. I am a bit concerned that it has glass panels on the both sides, top, and front, but maybe that's not a problem. My only other build was 5-6 years ago before glass became popular. I'm sort of inclined toward the Define S2 Vision because of the cooler temperatures, but could be plenty happy with the Define S2 if the glass is an issue.
Aesthetics is personal preference, of course. But I can't really distinguish that much between them from the pictures, so any comments you'd care to make as to what you like or don't like about these are welcome. Other suggestions are welcome, but the 3 hdd and the space requirements seem to knock out the majority of cases from consideration.
Thanks.
Dale
Those requirements narrow down the field a lot. Three cases that seem to work are the Fractal Define S2 (blackout or white), Define S2 Vision Blackout, and the Define 7 (the latter actually nudges up to 9.5 wide so may be pushing it too much).
The Define S2 Vision surprised me by having cooler temperatures than the Define S2 and it has all PWM fans. I am a bit concerned that it has glass panels on the both sides, top, and front, but maybe that's not a problem. My only other build was 5-6 years ago before glass became popular. I'm sort of inclined toward the Define S2 Vision because of the cooler temperatures, but could be plenty happy with the Define S2 if the glass is an issue.
Aesthetics is personal preference, of course. But I can't really distinguish that much between them from the pictures, so any comments you'd care to make as to what you like or don't like about these are welcome. Other suggestions are welcome, but the 3 hdd and the space requirements seem to knock out the majority of cases from consideration.
Thanks.
Dale