Corsair kicks off Computex with three new cases

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Computex always comes with a tsunami of new product introductions and the same can be said for 2014. Today Corsair is showing off three of their new cases: the MATX Carbide Series Air 240, ATX Graphite Series 780T and the MITX Graphite Series 380T.

Let's have a look at each.

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The Carbide Series Air 240 is essentially a smaller version of Corsair's Air 540, designed for microATX or Mini-ITX form factors. Like its bigger brother, the Air 240 is based on a dual-chamber thermal design. That design places the PSU and storage bays in a separate chamber to minimize interference with airflow to the most thermally active components in the opposite chamber.

Corsair claims that, despite its smaller footprint, the case still has room for large GPUs and multiple 240-mm radiators for liquid-cooling setups. When the Air 240 ships in August, it'll be offered in both black and white exterior finishes with a windowed side panel, and it will be priced at $89.99-$99.99.

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The Graphite Series 780T is a large full tower case that has a similar rounded design to the company's current Graphite Series 600T. If your next build requires a colossal number of components, there is no need for concern: the 780T has room for up to nine expansion cards, nine hard drives, and two 360-mm liquid-cooling radiators. There's also a built-in three-speed fan controller for the three included 140-mm fans.

Like the Air 240, the 780T will come in black and white with a windowed side panel. Asking price is $179.99-$189.99 when the 780T ships in September later this year.

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The Graphite Series 380T is Corsairs newest Mini-ITX case for all those mini PC builders. The case has an integrated handle on the top (ideal for a portable or LAN PC), mesh and windowed side panels, with 140-mm front and 120-mm rear fans to ensure ample airflow.

There is also a surprising amount of space inside. Corsair includes four hybrid 3.5"/2.5" bays, mounts for three more fans (or a 240-mm radiator), and room for a full-length graphics card. The 380T includes a three-speed fan controller, will be available with black and white finishes, and will ship in August with a $129.99 price tag.

Source - Techreport
 
the air 240 looks pretty interesting, definitely something i could see me build in
not a fan of the other two cases
 
the 240 looks alright. Really not sure where they were shooting for with the other 2

The bigger one just looks like a blocky version of the old coolermaster cosmos
 
I think these new cases are pretty good looking, even the 380T, which while being oddly shaped, may still serve as a really badass lan machine.
 
The AIR 240 could battle it out with the Phanteks Mini XL, even though i still think the Mini XL would come out ahead. The one thing the 240 is ahead in is the missing 5.25" bays. God i hate them.
 
The Air 240 looks interesting, however I would love to see the inside. I don't
know if it will beat out the Parvum Systems case for my mATX love. Great that they killed the 5.25 bays. Lets see the inside boys!
 
Although the 380T isn't the prettiest thing, having an integrated handle is really really useful.
 
Looks like the 380T is not getting some love around here.. Overall design not cutting it guys? I personally find this case more interesting than the 250D - could it be the built in handle :confused:

I guess for a mITX build or on the go type of case, I prefer the busier look and somewhat aggressive design, as oppose to an Obsidian classy and elegance look. That's just me though, I'm pretty sure others will have their own reason/s.
 
Looks like the 380T is not getting some love around here.. Overall design not cutting it guys? I personally find this case more interesting than the 250D - could it be the built in handle :confused:
Its just too cylindrical in my opinon. I love the lines of the 780t however the 380t is a bit too weird looking. It almost looks like a portable speaker as well. The built in handle is a nice touch but I feel that might not exactly improve the shape either :I.
 
Looks like the 380T is not getting some love around here.. Overall design not cutting it guys? I personally find this case more interesting than the 250D - could it be the built in handle :confused:

I guess for a mITX build or on the go type of case, I prefer the busier look and somewhat aggressive design, as oppose to an Obsidian classy and elegance look. That's just me though, I'm pretty sure others will have their own reason/s.

I Just don't like the look of it, it looks like it is a good case and has all the right features. It is just the design of it I don't like, I prefer cases like the 250D than ones like the 380T, but each to their own :)
 
Looks like the 380T is not getting some love around here.. Overall design not cutting it guys? I personally find this case more interesting than the 250D - could it be the built in handle :confused:

I guess for a mITX build or on the go type of case, I prefer the busier look and somewhat aggressive design, as oppose to an Obsidian classy and elegance look. That's just me though, I'm pretty sure others will have their own reason/s.

It looks like a vacuum cleaner. The shape isn't helpful either, the 250d you can just store in a desk for example, this thing won't fit into anything without wasting a lot of space.
 
Looks like the 380T is not getting some love around here.. Overall design not cutting it guys? I personally find this case more interesting than the 250D - could it be the built in handle :confused:

I guess for a mITX build or on the go type of case, I prefer the busier look and somewhat aggressive design, as oppose to an Obsidian classy and elegance look. That's just me though, I'm pretty sure others will have their own reason/s.

I have to agree with you, i do prefer this to the 250D.

The case is something I would use for a portable rig, a LAN rig perhaps or a small semi-portable workstation. It is the kind of case i can really visualize placing into the boot of a car when heading somewhere.
 
the 380T is actually my favourite out of the lot, the I/O panel just needs some work as it completely messes with the lines of the case, It just feels out of place.
 
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