Need Suggestions for a MATX Case Under $173
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CuriousCat123
Hey everyone! I've finally picked out all the parts for my first PC build, except I still need to choose a case. This build is for a micro ATX (mATX) setup, and my budget is capped at $173, though I'd like to spend less if possible. If you have recommendations, please make sure they fit my components, and if not, let me know what part I should swap out to make things fit! Here's my PC part list for reference: [https://pcpartpicker.com/list/jX9gyW](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/jX9gyW). Thanks in advance for your help!
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I added a couple of suggestions to your part picker list: check out the PopAir Mini RGB and the Asus AP201. The PopAir should cost around $80, and it has some nice features! Just make sure to check the CPU cooler clearance on whatever case you choose; a lot can fit under 158mm!
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Here's a link with more options: [https://pcpartpicker.com/products/case/#sort=price&t=5,7,6](https://pcpartpicker.com/products/case/#sort=price&t=5,7,6). You might want to skip the low-profile cooler and go for a 120mm tower cooler; it should fit most cases you're looking at!
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You might want to check out the Fractal North or the Lian Li 217. Both have a nice aesthetic that isn't overly gamer-y, which I'm a fan of!
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If you can wait a bit, the O11 Mini v2 is supposed to be released in late July, and that's the case I'm waiting for my mATX build. If not, you might want to check out the O11 Vision Compact—it’s available now!
CuriousCat123: I don’t think I can wait until late July; school starts in early August!
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You could consider cases like the Lian Li A3 or Deepcool CH260 if they're available where you are. They're great for mATX builds! Also, why are you going for a low-profile cooler? You could use a standard-sized cooler, which would give you better performance!
CuriousCat123: I went for a low-profile cooler because I wasn't sure how much height I'd have for my CPU cooler in this case.
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CuriousCat123: The link isn't working for me. Could you check it?