Which one of these 3 cases to choose ?

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I'm wondering which one of these 3 cases would you guys choose for air cooling PC

NZXT Phantom 530 - 130 Euro

Phanteks Enthoo Pro - 120 Euro

Cooler Master Storm Trooper - 140 Euro

What are the pros and cons of each of these cases ?

I like the looks of NZXT Phantom 530 and CM ST but the most important part for me about case is air cooling, I wont water cool my PC and I don't know should I install any fans to these cases either.

 

[MadShadow]

Enthoo Pro, simply the best of the three

 

[Doomslayer]

Enthoo Pro, simply the best of the three

Agreed ^_^

 

[Dark NighT]

Enthoo Pro gets my vote to since you didnt list the Nzxt H440

 

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Why is Enthoo Pro best of the three ?

 

[Wraith]

There is only "one" storm trooper so that's out of the list, I'm inclined to agree with the rest of the guys, the Enthoo pro is a fantastic case, feature full and looks gorgeous.

 

[Dark NighT]

Why is Enthoo Pro best of the three ?

Because it is the only case of the 3 where you can properly hide the psu and all the cables. I dont mind the Storm trooper, i build a system in the stryker and it is a good case, but it is big as well, and unless you need the space, i wouldnt suggest one.

The nzxt phantom, yeah not to bad but it looks are not for me.

 

[JR23]

I don't know if you want my personal opinion, sorry if you didn't but I really don't like the Phanteks. I don't find it very aesthetically engaging and I think the 6 feet and the way all of the drive cages and PSU are shrouded over absolutely revolting.

There is certainly more than one storm trooper, i've seen mutliple within the same building. Still I think it looks a little dated in its style and construction. For that reason of the three I would choose the NZXT, i've always rather liked the slick look of their cases, it's just a shame they can often be so big and bloated because of it, whether that is a problem or not I suppose depends on what you intend to do with it. The modularity of the the HDD cages and more open design of the interior seem preferable from both a cooling and aesthetic angle.


It would be good to know what hardware you intend to put in these cases and if it's a new build or you might be open to different form factors like mATX. I would personally add the Corsair 760T/780T/750D and Fractal R4/R5 to your shortlist although admittedly they are rather more understated that's just what I like.

JR