The Gigabyte C102 Glass Ice clocks in at $60, which could initially entice those on a tight budget. While this is generally affordable, there are a few other value focused alternatives out there that push the price and get really close to that number while providing full ATX support, USB-C, more fans, and other perks. While that does take the wind out of Gigabyte's attempt for the MSRP of the C102 Glass Ice to be a unique selling point, the enclosure does have a few other aces up its sleeve.

The biggest draw to the Gigabyte C102 Glass Ice is really two-fold. On one hand, it offers a compact option that doesn't compromise on room for both the board and potent liquid cooling if you are already planning an mATX build for the sake of size. Gigabyte has done an excellent job giving you a platform to easily route everything, or have a large GPU while still allowing you to cram in a thick 360 mm radiator in the front or a classic AIO in the ceiling. On the other hand, if you are looking for a white build, the Gigabyte C102 Glass Ice manages to impress with an unusual attention to detail by ensuring everything matches that color inside and out at a slightly lower price than modern mid-tower alternatives.

That said, the case has a few drawbacks that will make it a hard sell if you are not looking for all that white. A lack of USB-C, grommets, 3-pin fan interfaces, plastic screws and metal that flexes a bit too easy would all be stumbling blocks if color is taken out of the equation. It becomes hard to justify the case, when you can spend $10 more for an ATX chassis, get three 140 mm fans, USB-C, Velcro strips for cable management and much more.

As such, unless you really need an all-white compact M-ATX chassis, the Gigabyte C102 Glass Ice will likely not make your shortlist as you will be easily tempted by other offerings in the market - even if you prefer compactness at first glance.