I'm currently on the hunt for a compact ATX mid tower PC case, but I really want to avoid the typical cases that come with a lot of tempered glass. It seems that most of what I'm finding are filled with RGB lights and glass panels, which I don't care about at all. What I really want is something that trims down the unused space for HDDs and the like. Ideally, I'm looking for a case that has mesh sides for better airflow. I've built a few ITX setups and love their unique shapes, so are there any interesting ATX cube-style cases out there? Here's what I'm working with: AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D, MSI B850 Gaming Pro Wifi6E, EVGA RTX 2070, GSkill Flare X5 32GB, and EVGA Supernova 650W. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
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Mesh-sided cases are rare indeed! For under $250, you can check out this link for some mid towers without glass. If your components aren’t fixed, consider switching to mATX for more options. The Lian Li A3 is a sleek choice, or the Jonsbo C6 is pretty neat too! Both are compact and offer a unique look.
If you're looking for something compact, the Fractal North does have a version with mesh sides. It's not tiny by any means, but it’s a good option. Another one to consider is the Hyte X50 Air; it has a unique design but may not be as compact as you’re hoping for.
I hear you on the Fractal cases being popular, but it's a testament to how scarce non-glass cases are that it's the main recommendation. I'm also hesitant about dropping $180 without some solid research.
Totally agree! Fractal's mesh options are great. I've got a glass version of one of their cases, but I think the Focus 2 also has a mesh-sided variant. Definitely worth checking out!