Question What case should I choose?

[machadinhos]

Hi everyone,

I'm in the process of putting together a new gaming rig, and I could really use some expert advice on selecting the perfect case for my components. Here's the list of parts I've chosen so far:

• GPU: Gigabyte WINDFORCE OC GeForce RTX 4070 Ti 12 GB
• CPU: Intel Core i7-13700K
• CPU Cooler: Cooler Master MasterLiquid 360L Core
• Motherboard: MSI B760 GAMING PLUS WIFI ATX LGA1700
• Memory: Lexar Ares RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6400 CL32
• Storage: Samsung 990 Pro 1TB
• Power Supply: Gigabyte UD750GM 750 W 80+ Gold

I'm looking for a case that comes with fans included and costs a max of 350$ or a case without fans but I can buy the fans for a total of 350$. The best option I found so far is the Anidees AI Crystal XL AR 3.
If you have some know of some other good CPU Cooler feal free to help me with that too!

Thank you for the help!

 

[Lutfij]

Welcome to the forums, newcomer!

I would advise in looking at the Lian-Li LanCool III chassis. The case you're looking at would be perfect for cooking the innards. No I'm not joking, with a front fascia like that you're not going to see any cool ambient air going in.

 

[geofelt]

Looks count.
If you love the looks of the anidees, it will do ok.
But, I think the RGB looks garish and the $350 price seems a bit much.
Lian-Li makes quality cases.
I like the lancool216rw at 1/3 the price:
https://www.newegg.com/white-lian-li-lancool-atx-mid-tower/p/2AM-000Z-000A9

On the cooler, look at a simple Noctua NH-D15s.
It is suitable for a 13700K:
https://ncc.noctua.at/cpus/model/Intel-Core-i7-13700K-1640

Research the psu, I have seen stories of exploding gigabyte power supplies.
Corsair rm or Seasonic focus with at least a 7 year warranty would be better.

Lasltly, pay a bit more up front for a 2tb m.2. Modern games fill up 1tb quickly.

 

[machadinhos]

Welcome to the forums, newcomer!

I would advise in looking at the Lian-Li LanCool III chassis. The case you're looking at would be perfect for cooking the innards. No I'm not joking, with a front fascia like that you're not going to see any cool ambient air going in.

Thank you so much for the help!

 

[machadinhos]

Looks count.
If you love the looks of the anidees, it will do ok.
But, I think the RGB looks garish and the $350 price seems a bit much.
Lian-Li makes quality cases.
I like the lancool216rw at 1/3 the price:
https://www.newegg.com/white-lian-li-lancool-atx-mid-tower/p/2AM-000Z-000A9

On the cooler, look at a simple Noctua NH-D15s.
It is suitable for a 13700K:
https://ncc.noctua.at/cpus/model/Intel-Core-i7-13700K-1640

Research the psu, I have seen stories of exploding gigabyte power supplies.
Corsair rm or Seasonic focus with at least a 7 year warranty would be better.

Lasltly, pay a bit more up front for a 2tb m.2. Modern games fill up 1tb quickly.

Thank you!

 

[JohnBonhamsGhost]

The best option I found so far is the Anidees AI Crystal XL AR 3

i used the original AI Crystal as a secondary system case a while ago.
was in use for a couple of years.

it was a very low quality manufacture where the front panel buttons broke and fell through, drive bay's broke away from the interior, and other problems.

I'm looking for a case that comes with fans included

some of the best i've worked with recently are the
be quiet! Silent Base 802,
Lian Li LanCool II Mesh / III,
and a few of the Cooler Master Master* series of cases.

 

[ohio_buckeye]

Personally I’d rather have a 50 dollar case and a better gpu. But you can find some decent cases in the 100 dollar range.