Priced under $50, the XPG Valor Mesh comes equipped with four fans, a sturdy steel front, and an array of useful features. Surprisingly, it's even more budget-friendly than its predecessor, the Valor Air. This winning combination is sure to capture the interest of those looking for an affordable case, particularly if they aren't planning on using large components.
Positioned as the sleeker option in the Ceres series, the Ceres 300 TG ARGB retains the signature 90° expansion slot rotation and the possibility to attach a display on the chassis side. Thermaltake also carefully modified certain aspects to meet the lower price point.
The HYTE Y70 Touch represents the pinnacle of HYTE cases with its larger body and further refinements over the Y40 and Y60. Thanks to the high-resolution 14.1" IPS touch screen, HYTE manages to take its 45 degree slice to the next level.
The Montech Air 903 Max continues to offer the competitive price/performance Montech is known for, while providing everything you expect from a modern, airflow focused enclosure. So much, that we are hard pressed to find much to complain about.
The SilverStone SETA D1 utilizes the familiar chassis found in the H1 or Q1 models and supercharges it by accommodating both external and internal storage options. It retains the exceptional versatility of the entire SETA series, enabling users to create builds that fully focus on cooling or large GPUs.
Packed with ARGB on the fans, the controller as well as around the IO, the sturdy Aqirys Sargas looks glamorous when lit up, but it also makes the most out of the compact space. While some features don't feel as fleshed out as they could, those who enjoy a bit of color in their life with a complete out-of-the-box experience could be well served.
The SilverStone FARA 512Z is a compact chassis that allows four slot vertical GPU mounting with the appropriate riser cable. Shipping with three ARGB fans and a fully featured IO in combination with an ARGB controller & PWM hub, there is a lot to discover.
The Endorfy Arx 700 Air may not stand out in the crowds, but turns out it has a lot to offer for a well priced chassis. It presents the brand’s own spin on what a simple, yet functional mid-tower should provide to enthusiasts and gamers. With its five 140 mm fans, it sets itself up for success in combination with a solid build and excellent feature execution.
The Thermaltake CTE C750 TG ARGB aims to stick out from the competition with its own spin on a rotated motherboard layout and cooling setup. As a large case, you can expect tons of room for storage, fans or liquid cooling alongside big functional components.
The Streacom DA6 is a unique open air chassis that allows for flexible placement of all the major components thanks to a one-of-a-kind mounting bracket system. With tons of flexibility and none of the usual size restrictions of a classic ITX SFF case, the DA6 could be perfect for those who don't mind open air but want big cooling components for their build.
The Antec Performance 1 FT marks a refresh of their P line of cases and one of the brand's first new full-tower enclosures in quite some time. Packed with four 30 mm fans and tons of room for additional cooling or AIOs, the Performance 1 FT checks all the right boxes and adds a few visual and functional cherries on top.
Phanteks is launching a brand new case line with the NV series, starting with the massive NV7. The sleek, modern-looking case has everything that consumers love these days, but also includes tons of unique features that make it stand out as a great choice for a full-tower build.
With the launch of the AF120 Elite RGB fans, Corsair took the opportunity to relaunch the 5000D and 4000D cases as iCUE editions featuring the new cooling units. We take a walk down memory lane and see how the enclosure and its thermals compete, after two years, with the new fans in the mix.
The Asus TUF Gaming GT502 tries to mix the popular sandwich ATX case design with the details and design DNA of the TUF series. The result is an intricate looking case that may just be the coolest of its kind out there.
The Chieftec BX-10B-OP is an mATX chassis which offers glass panels on both sides and a sturdy metal body in combination with a non-standard layout to keep the size as compact as possible. Even so, it can still hold a 240 mm AIO as well as a full-size ATX PSU, which could make it a clean, understated option for your next mainstream build.
The Y40 is the first true mainstream Mid-Tower chassis from HYTE, constructed with the same design DNA as its bigger sibling the Y60, while offering the same unique features and functions in a more compact envelope and at a lower cost of entry. Can the Y40 further establish the young brand as a force to be reckoned with?
The MSI MEG Prospect 700R comes with a beautiful 4.3" built-in IPS touch screen that give you access to various functions, including fan speed and ARGB control. MSI's new case is not only a hefty, well built and cool looking chassis, it also supports vertical mounting for triple-slot GPUs and ships with four 140 mm fans and additional parts for an E-ATX or cooling focus.
The Antec P20C uses the same bones as the DP503, clocking in at a similar price but aiming to offer a cleaner look without the use of RGB and a focus on quieter fans. While it may not offer the same bang for your buck as the ARGB capable DP503, it gives you a good option if understated is what you are looking for.
The NZXT H9 Flow is the largest of the H-Series and manages to impress with a balanced attention to detail and unique tooling, allowing for modern, bulky high-end components and elaborate liquid cooling without any tangible compromises in functionality or looks.
The Thermaltake Ceres 500 TG ARGB is a beefy chassis that ships with four 140 mm ARGB equipped fans. It also allows for big air cooling or long AIO builds. As with most Thermaltake cases, it has a few unique selling points that may help justify its price tag and are worthy of a closer look.
The Corsair iCUE 5000D Airflow RGB takes the original 5000D Airflow through a few very subtle tweaks and adds the new AF120 Elite RGB fans into the mix. All at a cost lower than buying the individual pieces. Is pairing brand new fans with a two year old case trouble or a match made in heaven?
The Chieftec Stallion 3 wraps the ability to hold a full size E-ATX motherboard with plenty of ARGB components and a general feature list like fan speed control as well as a GPU support bracket into one. Visually, the chassis manages to add some spice with the ring-mounted ARGB aspects of the Tornado fans, but will that be enough to set it apart?
The Fractal Design North puts the focus on a beautiful design and material mix with clean curves, a silver power button and unique wood elements. On top of that, you get to pick from a TG or side-vented variant. But is there substance underneath the surface? Read on to find out!
The sub-$100 Montech Sky One case provides a functional and affordable dual-glass chassis design that is usually out of reach for the budget minded consumer. Even so, it stays true to Montech's mantra to provide an excellent set of features and functionality. This makes the Sky Two an excellent successor to the Sky One - despite the totally different looks.
The FSP CST350 Plus takes a lot of inspiration from some well-known ITX enclosures, but aims to differentiate itself by also enabling M-ATX compatibility in a similarly compact form-factor. Paired with an affordable price point, this could make the CST350 Plus a good choice for both ITX or M-ATX builds.
