Case Reviews

[EightySix Four]

What information in a case review is most helpful to you guys. I have my own opinions but I'm curious to hear yours. After I get a few good ones I'll start a poll.

 

[Bona Fide]

- Cooling capacity (# of fans, size of fans, etc)
- Quietness (can't be like a jet engine)
- Expansion (drive bays, room to build)
- Style (not something overly tacky/flashy)

 

[KoolDrew]

Originally posted by: Bona Fide
- Cooling capacity (# of fans, size of fans, etc)
- Quietness (can't be like a jet engine)
- Expansion (drive bays, room to build)
- Style (not something overly tacky/flashy)

Basically the same.

 

[ballmode]

Ditto

 

[bleeb]

Things I consider...

*Type of metal (aluminum, metal, etc)
*Cost
power supply?
*appearance
fan location?
easy to install cards
front panel ports?

(*) indicates strongly considered.

 

[mOeeOm]

Originally posted by: Bona Fide
- Cooling capacity (# of fans, size of fans, etc)
- Quietness (can't be like a jet engine)
- Expansion (drive bays, room to build)
- Style (not something overly tacky/flashy)

 

[Zepper]

Appearance is a matter of taste - I couldn't care less about someone else'e opinion on that. I like features that contribute to ease of build out like a removable mobo tray (could be a drawer or just off the other side like my Berserker) - or lacking that, just plenty of room to work in (which can be jist size or can be created by removable obstructons such as drive cages, etc.).
. Toolless features - and how well they actually work. Noise abatement features and how well they work. For example, I've seen lots of people mention the rubber HD isolating grommets in lots of the Antec cases in reviews, but I've never seen anyone do a noise test both with and without them... Security features and how well they actually work. Uniquely functional construction features. Construction integrity (quality feel, sharp edges, etc.) - shipping survivability (packaging).

.bh.

 

[imported_Kensai]

Originally posted by: KoolDrew

Originally posted by: Bona Fide
- Cooling capacity (# of fans, size of fans, etc)
- Quietness (can't be like a jet engine)
- Expansion (drive bays, room to build)
- Style (not something overly tacky/flashy)

Basically the same.

Agreed.

 

[Elcs]

Originally posted by: Kensai

Originally posted by: KoolDrew

Originally posted by: Bona Fide
- Cooling capacity (# of fans, size of fans, etc)
- Quietness (can't be like a jet engine)
- Expansion (drive bays, room to build)

Basically the same.

Agreed.

Main quote edited to reflect my beliefs from previous poster.

I also consider:

- Space inside the case for cable tidying and roominess for getting hands in to fix up.
- Case doors. Dont particularly like them but decent doors are fine.
- Modability. Not high on my list but In the future, I may want to add fans in places where there isnt a slot or fit in an internal WC system.

I dont particularly care about the metal as long its safe, cheap and does the job Im happy. Appearance doesnt bother me much.

 

[suszterpatt]

Cooling and noise most of all. Style's not too important, though I wouldn't tolerate a butt-ugly case sitting under my desk, I'd be scared at night.


What about enough room for easy accessibility and cable management?

 

[EightySix Four]

Thanks for the help guys, I'll be sure to incorporate in my case review