Looking for a portable computer case. Please help!

[Wraith9124]

I often have to move between houses because my parents are divorced. Of course I've considered buying a laptop, but seeing the outrageous prices that are charged I'd rather build one myself. Please leave a reply below about good quality portable computer cases. All help is appreciated, thank you!
(I apologize if this was posted in the wrong section)

 

[jafrankl]

You could build a small form factor with a micro atx board... the only problem being nicer GPUs are getting long and some micro cases can't accommodate it.

 

[Wraith9124]

Do you have any specific case recommendations?

 

[mrhippo900]

http://pcpartpicker.com/part/corsair-case-c70militarygreen

Right here: so mobile, it has grips on the top that pull out. Friend actually has it.

 

[giantbucket]

I had (and kind of still do) one of those Apevia Q-Pack cases. kinda cute, fits mATX boards, the power supply that's included isn't the best but it's alright. has a very handy handle up front. but most of it is aluminum which isn't as rugged as steel.

my current build is in an Antek ISK600, which is ITX. I like the layout since it doesn't shove the power supply above the cpu, meaning you can put on any cooler you want. and most not-insane graphics cards fit well, too.

 

[Wraith9124]

Any other case suggestion? Micro ATX with a handle would be best. Thanks for all the help so far!

 

[mrhippo900]

Any other case suggestion? Micro ATX with a handle would be best. Thanks for all the help so far!

I don't think there is a Micro ATX with grips like that. Honestly the one listed is your best get, plus the air flow is a lot better.

 

[giantbucket]

oh, the ONLY downside to that Apevia qpack or xpack or whatever it's called now is that you CANNOT use a tall cpu cooler. you can use liquid or a normal factory cooler or a low-profile deal.

see pic for example:

 

[Wraith9124]

Are there any bags or cases you'd recommend for travel with the desktop?

 

[mrhippo900]

I dont think so.

 

[Wraith9124]

Any other case suggestion? Micro ATX with a handle would be best. Thanks for all the help so far!

I don't think there is a Micro ATX with grips like that. Honestly the one listed is your best get, plus the air flow is a lot better.

What case model is that?

 

[mrhippo900]

Any other case suggestion? Micro ATX with a handle would be best. Thanks for all the help so far!

I don't think there is a Micro ATX with grips like that. Honestly the one listed is your best get, plus the air flow is a lot better.

What case model is that?

C70 Military Green (Green)
Also want to point out it comes in black or white which are both $10 cheaper.

 

[Wraith9124]

What model is the apevia case? I may be interested in the c70, sg10 or whatever that apevia case is.

 

[giantbucket]

What model is the apevia case? I may be interested in the c70, sg10 or whatever that apevia case is.

it's apparently an X-QPACK

here's a listing

http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=100007583 50001998 600006307&IsNodeId=1

 

[Wraith9124]

In your opinion, is the c70 portable enough to travel between my mom's and dad's house SAFELY?

 

[mrhippo900]

In your opinion, is the c70 portable enough to travel between my mom's and dad's house SAFELY?

Yes very much so. My friend brings his over all the time without hassle.

 

[Wraith9124]

Thank you so much! I think I'm going to use the case.