Looking for a high quality compact ATX case

[MatthewScott]

Hello,

I'm currently using a Phanteks Evolv ATX case and I love everything about the case, except the one problem I have with it. It's size. It's simply way too big for what I actually need. I don't plan on doing custom liquid cooling (although I do currently have a 240mm AIO) and I'm looking to start using a Noctua/Cryorig air cooler and would like something a bit more compact with decent airflow and acoustics.My problem is that Phanteks build quality has spoiled me and now options like the S340 seem too cheap, I'm looking for more like In-Win or Lian Li quality but I just can't seem to find anything modern and compact like this. The closest soo far is the new Corsair 400C/the new glass version but that's about it.

If anyone knows anything that might be suitable let me know.

Matthew

 

[pigeoncracker]

The S340 is a very good case. It's a good option for you. Otherwise, the NZXT Source and a few offerings from Lian Li are all that comes to mind.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811146102

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811112331

One of my favorite smaller ATX cases:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811352020

The Corsair 200R is an option, but it's a cheep case.

 

[MatthewScott]

Thanks for the reply, I've had the Define R5 before and I wasn't too impressed, the other two cases may be good but they don't quite fit my taste, I'd prefer a Window on the side with very high build quality, preferably aluminium. It'll be hard to actually find anything at the level at the Evolv as most compact cases seem to be inferior in terms of build quality usually from what I am finding. There's a few cases from Jonsbo but they're not available in my area and I can't really find many reviews

 

[pigeoncracker]

High quality... well, if you're a fan of cases that have a horizontal motherboard.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811112478&cm_re=Lian_Li-_-11-112-478-_-Product

IN WIN is a great brand for what you're describing.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811108481&cm_re=805-_-11-108-481-_-Product

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA2F84MZ6600

 

[MatthewScott]

I'll be honest I've looked at the 303 and 805. Both are very nice aesthetically and I'm sure the build quality is really good. But the airflow of the 805 is what stopped me picking it up in the past, just like the 904. I must say though the 303 ticks almost all the boxes, I just don't like how having bottom mounted fans can stop you from accessing the lower PCIE slots. I also currently have my PC on the carpet so it might be a bit awkward until I get a larger desk. But I'll certainly take another look at it... Unless someone can convince me the 805's airflow is good enough

 

[pigeoncracker]

The 303 won't have issues with a single GPU setup. A dual GPU setup it will have trouble with ONLY if the graphics card heat sink is very fat, but that can be remedied by buying slim fans. It won't fit triple at all, I believe.

It's raised a little on feet, the case is, so you wouldn't have as much trouble as some other cases on carpet. As an added bonus, the PSU is located to the top of the case so it won't be trying to suck through the carpet. If you're really concerned about all the fluff that might come off of a carpet you could get a 360mm magnetic fan filter and stick it to the bottom of your case.

It's one of your best options if no one can offer anything better.