Worth switching cases

[denys_]

Hi,

I'm just woundering if it's hard to switch cases since my current one is pretty bad but the parts are good

Is it hard and worth to remove all the components and switch cases?

 

[androbourne]

Normally. No, its not difficult.

However, it can be depending on the size of the case and if you are going from a prebuild proprietary system or not.

If it is a prebuilt brand name like Dell or HP they normally use custom PSU designs that wont fit in normal cases. However if it is just a normal system. It shouldn't be to difficult.

 

[manddy123]

If it's better case with better airflow, usb ports, etc.
Absolutely, just make sure the new one fits your current pieces beforehand.

With that said, take your time to clean up everything to give your rig a fresh start. It's pretty easy once you get the grip of it, 🙂

 

[captaincharisma]

if the case is falling apart then sure. if its a case from a pre-built system though then some parts may not fit correctly in a new case.

 

[mbilal2]

This is purely aesthetical except for improved cooling. I'd say it's worth it if you got the money. Removing parts and installing them into the new case is fairly simple. Front button and audio connector might give some trouble so make sure you take a pic of the order the wires are installed. Disposing or getting rid of the old case will be an issue as well since they take up quite a space if you live in an apt, etc.

 

[xXxREBELOxXx]

First of all anyone who tells you a cheapy case in fine, doesn't know what they are talking about. Since cheap means skimping out on something and cheap products aren't usually good, just because they are a "good deal". So generally speaking a case is the foundation of your computer and the MOST important computer related factor for cooling, since more airflow correlates with lower case temps. To justify if upgrading is worth it, you need to clarify your budget, experience with working on computers, and all temps. If you have money burning a hole in your pocket and you figure that the upgrade is gonna benefit you, then by all means go ahead with it. I upgraded cases on a few builds in the past, not once did I feel it wasn't worth it because I planned it out to work out the way I wanted every time. Keep in mind that case fans is what moves air in a case, so this is all assuming that you have decent case fans set-up the right way.