Finally buying a new case.

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torzak

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Ok so Ive had this old HP case for a while now and Im just not getting the a airflow I want. My system temps are around 27-30C and the ambient temp in my room is usually between 18 and 21C and its not helping my CPU temps at all which run about 38C with an aftermarket cooler with 2 fans on it. (no OC). Ive finally saved up enough money where i can afford a new case. I have about $150 to spend including shipping and Im wanting to get a case and some Arctic Silver 5 thermal compound so that will cost around $7. Ive looked on Newegg and found these 4 cases.
Coolermaster
Thermaltake
Antec
NZXT

I know the Coolermaster and Antec are both good cases but im not sure about the other two. But neither of them have side panel fans included. The thermaltake has a very large 230mm fan on the side and the NZXT has a smaller fan. I do like how the NZXT has the most fans, with 4 120mm's and 2 140mm's. What do you guys think of these and do you recommend any cases in this price range.
 
NZXT tempest was the airflow king.........there is a new version out, tempest 2 but its almost the same. Just black interior and a bit different look.

I would put my money with the HAF 922 and buy 2x120mm fans for $20.

I have the older brother HAF 932 and it is amazing, mine comes with a 230mm side panel though so i didn't need to buy any fans.

The Antec isn't bad but i like the HAF better, they are unique and have better airflow when you add the sidepanel fans.

So i am gonna say get the HAF 922 + 2x120mm fans or the 200mm fan....both solutions cost the same but the 200mm one will be quieter. This HAF 922 setup is easily one of the best airflow solutions out there if not the best.

of course you could just pay $20 more and get a full-tower with amazing airflow, the Blue version even has cheaper shipping and looks nicer
 
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Oh wow I just checked tigerdirect.com, and they are selling the Coolermaster HAF 932 for $140+ free shipping. PewPew what kinda of system temps do you get with that case? I might consider just getting it.
 
I have the thermaltake v9 BLACK. For a mid tower it is pretty sweet.

The large fans on the top and side really help with airflow, But i had to remove the side one because the heatpipes of my Coolermaster Hyper were hitting it. Your TX3 should fit fine as it is a smaller cooler.

I highly recomend the v9, for the price it is better than the 902, and the tempest. Im not sure how it stacks up against the 922 though.
 
uhhhh im gonna download Everest now..........ill give you my ambient temps soon when its done

My CPU runs at ~57C load......its a Q6600 @ 3.6 ghz

let you know the rest of the system soon.........its extremely cool though, trust me......HAF 932 is probably the best airflow case out there stock, beats the competition at its price atleast no doubt
 
Here are my temps, idle

-Motherboard ~30C

-CPU ~20C

-GPU ~30C

-HDD ~26C

They won't heat up much even under load........only GPU goes to 50'sC (Its OC'd) and CPU goes to mid-high 50's.....motherboard and HDD stay relatively the same.
 
PewPewBangBang said:
Here are my temps, idle

-Motherboard ~30C

-CPU ~20C

-GPU ~30C

-HDD ~26C

They won't heat up much even under load........only GPU goes to 50'sC (Its OC'd) and CPU goes to mid-high 50's.....motherboard and HDD stay relatively the same.
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Thanks, Ill diffidently consider that case, im selling some stuf on ebay and once they sell ill have enough money on my paypal to order it.
 
torzak said:
Ok so Ive had this old HP case for a while now and Im just not getting the a airflow I want. My system temps are around 27-30C and the ambient temp in my room is usually between 18 and 21C and its not helping my CPU temps at all which run about 38C with an aftermarket cooler with 2 fans on it. (no OC). Ive finally saved up enough money where i can afford a new case. I have about $150 to spend including shipping and Im wanting to get a case and some Arctic Silver 5 thermal compound so that will cost around $7. Ive looked on Newegg and found these 4 cases.
Coolermaster
Thermaltake
Antec
NZXT

I know the Coolermaster and Antec are both good cases but im not sure about the other two. But neither of them have side panel fans included. The thermaltake has a very large 230mm fan on the side and the NZXT has a smaller fan. I do like how the NZXT has the most fans, with 4 120mm's and 2 140mm's. What do you guys think of these and do you recommend any cases in this price range.
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The antec would be the best.
 
Antec Nine hundred Two. That one came out after i got my CM 690 , gonna pick that one up when i do another build soon.
 
Get the Antec Nine Hundred Two. I have the original Nine Hundred, and it is an incredibly sweet case. It keeps my CPU extremely cool and the top 200mm fan pulls a ton of air and makes virtually no noise.

That being said, I don't think you can go wrong with any of the cases you listed. They're all top notch performance cases that offer a lot for what you pay.
 
I personally favor Lian-Li cases. They have the best build quality record and a really high use of aluminum. I have 3 and I love them, probably would never try another brand. The two that have a great track record in your price range would be:

62B
7B

I'm not familiar with the K7B but from the reviews I've read it looks like a nice mid-range case.
 
Wow that 690 SII is a beast and the original is a killer as well. 10 fans?! thats alot of fans.
 
mad pistol said:
Get the Antec Nine Hundred Two. I have the original Nine Hundred, and it is an incredibly sweet case. It keeps my CPU extremely cool and the top 200mm fan pulls a ton of air and makes virtually no noise.

That being said, I don't think you can go wrong with any of the cases you listed. They're all top notch performance cases that offer a lot for what you pay.
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The Thermaltake v9 black has 2 200mm fans, and screw-less bays for the same price. IMO its a better deal.
 
Well bad news about the case. I was planning on using the money i got off ebay to pay for it, but my parents are making me use that money to go toward a new phone. I will have to wait till my b-day in april to get a new case. So this thread doesn't go to waste, im open to any suggestions of what phone i should get. I have sprint and ive been looking at the Palm pixi because my mom has the Palm pre and I like that OS. I have the Palm centro right now, and im looking for a smartphone with a touch screen. No blackberry's.
 
torzak said:
Well bad news about the case. I was planning on using the money i got off ebay to pay for it, but my parents are making me use that money to go toward a new phone. I will have to wait till my b-day in april to get a new case. So this thread doesn't go to waste, im open to any suggestions of what phone i should get. I have sprint and ive been looking at the Palm pixi because my mom has the Palm pre and I like that OS. I have the Palm centro right now, and im looking for a smartphone with a touch screen. No blackberry's.
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how much are u paying for the phone?? im guessing this will be with a new contract???

If so, i prefer the Palm Pre over the pixi.......the HTC Hero is a good phone

BTW palm is getting into the game market.......apps of course
 
torzak said:
Well bad news about the case. I was planning on using the money i got off ebay to pay for it, but my parents are making me use that money to go toward a new phone. I will have to wait till my b-day in april to get a new case. So this thread doesn't go to waste, im open to any suggestions of what phone i should get. I have sprint and ive been looking at the Palm pixi because my mom has the Palm pre and I like that OS. I have the Palm centro right now, and im looking for a smartphone with a touch screen. No blackberry's.
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Verizon's Pixi is better (it has wifi), but if your stuck w/sprint the pixi is a good phone. Or the Instinct, that is a nice phone aswell.

My friend has the Pre, and the OS kicks butt.
 
I'm not sure how much it is going to cost me to get the phone but the pre is a little to expensive, $550 vs. $400 for the pixi, base price. Im going to go to the sprint store this weekend to see what I can do, because I forgot my password and username to the sprint site.....:glare:
 
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