Hey there! I'm building my first PC and I've selected most of the components based on a mix of community advice and my own research, but I'm completely lost when it comes to picking a case. I'm worried about getting the measurements wrong and ending up with parts that don't fit well or that mess with airflow. I've also stumbled upon the topic of vertical vs. horizontal mounting, which just added to my confusion. I'd really appreciate any case recommendations or tips on what to keep in mind while choosing one! Here are the components I've picked:
- **CPU:** AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Core Processor
- **CPU Cooler:** Montech HyperFlow ARGB 360 76.2 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
- **MoBo:** Gigabyte X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ATX AM5 Motherboard
- **RAM:** Corsair Vengeance 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL36 Memory
- **SSD:** Crucial P510 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 5.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive
- **GPU:** Gigabyte GAMING OC GeForce RTX 5080 16 GB Video Card
Thanks a ton in advance, and hope you all have a fantastic weekend!
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When it comes to picking a case, just make sure it supports an ATX motherboard and has enough space for a 360 AIO cooler. Honestly, go with a case that you find attractive and is within your budget!
Thanks for the tip! Should I also be mindful of the length of the GPU? I've heard stories of people buying GPUs that didn’t fit their case.