I need a VERY specific case

[CorbanOnTheCob]

So call me picky and what not but I really like certain cases. My Fractal core 1000 doesn’t cut it anymore, it’s way too small.

Preferably I would like a case with the following:

A nice open side panel windows that is big and would be excelent if it’s tempered glass.

Front ports including USB 3.0 in the FRONT or TOP of the case, not on the side like my Core 1000.

Drive bays (SSD and HDD) My core 1000 has none, it’s sad. 🙁

Also I need some 5.25” bays to put in a dvd drive and also in the future to add a fan controller or RGB controller or something.

I also would like a case with a filtered front mesh panel because I think that cases that block the fans choke them out and reduce airflow (unless someone can convince me otherwise). Also all places filtered for easy cleaning.

Finally these are the 2 cases that I really like but with problems.

https://www.corsair.com/uk/en/search/?text=750D&type=all
This one might be too big for what I have though.

https://www.thermaltake.com/mobile/productinfo.aspx?id=C_00003218
I absolutely adore this case but I have no idea where I can buy it from in the UK!

Opinions much appreciated! I’ll be happy to give more information if needed.

 

[grimfox]

I have the 750D. It's large, but I don't find it to be obnoxiously large. It runs cool, I have an EK based WC setup with GPU and CPU cooled. Idle temps are just above room temp. I didn't have to go crazy with rads either a single 280 rad on the top vent. My main gripe is that the top is just mesh. It'd be nice if there was a shield or something I could stick there to protect against spills. And the bottom fan locations are not filtered by default. However the front, PSU, and top are filtered.

Prior to getting the 750 I was looking at the Nanoxia cases. Their numbering scheme is terrible but they do have some larger cases with many of the features you are looking for.

 

[FD2Raptor]

Finally these are the 2 cases that I really like but with problems.

https://www.corsair.com/uk/en/search/?text=750D&type=all
This one might be too big for what I have though.

https://www.thermaltake.com/mobile/productinfo.aspx?id=C_00003218
I absolutely adore this case but I have no idea where I can buy it from in the UK!

Opinions much appreciated! I’ll be happy to give more information if needed.

Well, if you like the 750D but think that it may be too big for you, then just opt for its smaller sibling, the 450D.

@Eximo: I also thought of the Pro M, but it doesn't quite meet OP's demand that:

Front ports including USB 3.0 in the FRONT or TOP of the case, not on the side like my Core 1000.

 

[Eximo]

Phanteks Enthoo Pro M w/ Tempered Glass.

Only a single 5 1/4" bay, but has two 3.5" drive bays under the basement and mounts for SSDs on the side of the tray as well as on the back of the motherboard. The case includes a fan splitter so you can you use the motherboard for control. Ideally RGB would be controlled by the motherboard as well, but they make standalone USB RBG controllers, these would still be software controlled.

I would say the only thing it is missing is a decent fan rear fan filter, the front and bottom are relatively easy to deal with.

Personally I keep my system on the table with my peripherals, I would have to do something pretty drastic to get liquids up there. (Not that there isn't liquid INSIDE the case...)

 

[JoeMomma]

Preferably I would like a case with the following:
A nice open side panel windows that is big and would be excelent if it’s tempered glass.
Front ports including USB 3.0 in the FRONT or TOP of the case, not on the side like my Core 1000.
Drive bays (SSD and HDD) My core 1000 has none, it’s sad. 🙁
Also I need some 5.25” bays to put in a dvd drive and also in the future to add a fan controller or RGB controller or something.
I also would like a case with a filtered front mesh panel because I think that cases that block the fans choke them out and reduce airflow (unless someone can convince me otherwise). Also all places filtered for easy cleaning.

Opinions much appreciated!

Look into cases from be quiet!
I fell in love with the look of the Silent Base 800. ($150) I got real lucky it's an epic case!

First off. It's made in Germany and the quality feels as solid as a Mercedes.
It has all of the features you listed. It can come with with an optional window but it's 2 layers of plastic for sound insulation. The whole case is lined with rubber for sound and it comes with their excellent SilentWings fans. All fan intakes are filtered.

The only downside is the Silent Base 800 is bigger than I expected. It is a mid tower. Naturally they came out with the Silent Base 600 ($100) a month after I bought the SB800. The SB600 uses the same internal chassis as the SB800 but the outside is smaller and less expensive. Also the SB800 comes with all the options (extra fans, extra drive cages) as standard. The SB600 comes with what you need and options can be added later as needed.

Plus be quiet! cases are not cheap. They do make less expensive models but they aren't as good. The full tower cases are some of the best on the market but they are premium cases and super pricey.

The orange parts also come in black, silver, red or green. Window or no window.

Silent Base 800 and Silent Base 600

https://www.bequiet.com/en/case