I'm replacing my current PC case and want a black panoramic "fish tank" style model with front and side tempered-glass panels. My system has an Intel i3-12100F that I plan to upgrade to an i7-12700F, an MSI PRO B760M-P DDR5 Micro-ATX motherboard, an RTX 4060, 16GB of DDR5 memory, a Cooler Master Hyper 212 Spectrum V3, a Corsair 650W Bronze power supply, and an NVMe SSD. I'd like enough room for a future triple-fan graphics card, support for plenty of fans—ideally around 10—and compatibility with a 360mm liquid cooler later on. I especially liked the black DeepCool CG530 4F, but it's very difficult to find in Chile. My budget is around 100,000 CLP, so I'm looking for something with a similar appearance that offers good airflow, attractive cable management, and room for future upgrades. If you own one of these cases, I'd also appreciate hearing about your building and cooling experience.
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The Lian Li O11D Mini V2 is one of my favorite cases to build in. It has the panoramic glass look, a compact footprint, and a layout that makes component installation fairly easy. It should also give you plenty of flexibility for fans and future hardware, although you’ll want to verify the exact radiator and GPU-clearance limits for the configuration you choose.
The Corsair 3500X RS-ARGB is worth considering if you’re flexible about the exact glass-panel design. It comes with three ARGB fans, supports a 360mm radiator, has room for more fans, and includes a support bracket for the graphics card. It should also have enough space for a future triple-fan GPU.
I appreciate the suggestion, but the 3500X isn’t quite the panoramic fish-tank style I’m after. I’m mainly focusing on cases with the more open front-and-side glass look.
You could also look at the Antec C8 Wood Curved Glass. It has the dual-glass panoramic layout and a roomy interior suitable for larger components and liquid cooling. Just confirm the radiator placement, fan support, and local price before buying, since the wood-accent version may cost more than your target budget.
The Antec C5 ARGB is probably the closest match to the style you described. It includes four ARGB fans, has room for additional fans, supports a 360mm AIO, and includes a rear hub that helps organize the fan-power and lighting connections. It seems like a strong option if you want the fish-tank appearance without giving up upgrade room.
The C5 is much closer to the panoramic design I want than the Corsair option. I like the layout, though I’m still comparing its airflow and availability before deciding.
The Montech King 95 is another well-regarded fish-tank case. It has a spacious interior, strong cooling potential, and good support for larger graphics cards and radiators. The main drawbacks are that it may exceed your 100,000 CLP budget and can be difficult to find locally.
I really like the King 95’s appearance, but it’s currently above my budget and not easy to find here. I’ll still keep it on my shortlist in case I find a good deal.
That’s helpful to hear. I’ve also seen several people praise how easy it is to build in, but I’ll need to check whether I can find it close to my budget in Chile.