I'm on the hunt for a new PC case to replace my current one, which I got kinda last minute due to stock issues. While my current case is fine, it has some annoyances like a non-working USB 3.0 port and a slow USB-C connection. I'm looking for something that meets the following specs:
- Supports ATX motherboards
- Can fit a CPU cooler that's 157 mm tall and a GPU that's 304 mm long
- Has a mesh front for good airflow
- Includes a 5.25" bay near the top (I know it's not common anymore, but I really enjoy playing older games and find USB drives don't do them justice)
In terms of looks, I want a black case with a tempered glass side panel and a PSU shroud, and I prefer if the 5.25" bay is at the top rather than the bottom. My current case, the Genesis Diaxid 605F, meets all these requirements except the 5.25" bay, which has been tough to find. I've seen some office-style cases that miss the mark otherwise, and while I found some Fractal Design models with 5.25" bays at the bottom, I feel that's a bit awkward. I've also checked out the Fractal Design Focus G, but it lacks some aesthetic features I want, while the Cougar MX330-G Pro fits my needs perfectly but is out of stock in black right now. If anyone can recommend a good case with a 5.25" bay, I'd appreciate it!
1 Answer
Have you looked into the Pop Air cases? They seem to check a lot of your boxes, although the 5.25" bay is at the bottom. I know that can be a bummer, but they do have a good airflow design as well.
I’ve seen the Pop Air cases, and although they’re almost perfect, I really dislike the 5.25" drive placement. I keep my PC on the floor, so having it at the bottom wouldn't work for me. I really like the idea of my modern rig having that retro vibe with physical media.