r/pccases • • 18d ago

👋 Welcome to the new r/pccases - Please Read First!

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Welcome to the new r/pccases Subreddit!

This community has been quiet for a while, but the doors are open again and we're looking forward to bringing it back to life.

The goal of r/pccases is pretty simple:

A place to talk about PC cases and everything that makes them interesting.

Show off your new case. Talk about its design and layout. Share your airflow experiments. Compare cooling configurations. Discuss thermals and acoustics. Modify your case. Building something for it. 3D-print an accessory. Find a clever solution to a problem. Or just tell us why you love the case sitting on your desk.

We're interested in all of it!

What we'd like to see posted:

  • Case showcase & Build
  • Airflow & Cooling experiments
  • Thermal & Acoustic testing
  • Case modification
  • 3D-printed accessories & Custom parts
  • Case design & Internal layout discussion
  • Fan configurations & Cooling techniques
  • Radiator & AIO placement
  • Customization & Aesthetics
  • Experiments & Comparisons
  • General case-related questions from beginners and experienced builders alike

You don't need to be an expert to participate.

If you know exactly what positive and negative pressure mean, we'd love to hear your thoughts.

If you're building your first PC and aren't sure which way your intake fans should face, ask away.

Both belong here.

One thing we'd like you to keep in mind...

The case should be part of the conversation.

This isn't intended to become another general PC-building subreddit. Finished builds are absolutely welcome, but we'd like the case itself to be relevant to the discussion.

Let's get the community started

Pictures are encouraged, but not required.

And if you don't have a PC case yet, that's perfectly fine too. Tell us what you're looking for.

This community is starting fresh, and we'd love to hear what you want r/pccases to become.

Welcome back, r/pccases.

Let's build something!


r/pccases • • 3d ago

News Corsair just dropped a spiritual successor to the C70 — The Warthog RS Airflow

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For those who have been begging Corsair to make a rugged, military-inspired case again ever since they discontinued the legendary Vengeance C70, it looks like they finally listened. They just launched the Corsair Warthog RS Airflow (retailing at $179.99 for the base and $199.99 for the RS version with fans). It has that distinct "military ammo container" look mixed with modern sci-fi design, but they didn't just slap a green coat of paint on an old chassis. It’s built on a shared inner skeleton with the 4000D, meaning there is immediate potential for 3D-printed mods, but the exterior and feature set are completely different.

Here is a breakdown of the key specs and features:

RUGGED/TACTICAL AESTHETICS

• Heavy-Duty Handles: Thick, top-mounted steel carrying handles that are fully structural. They can easily support the weight of a completely built, water-cooled system.

• Tactical Accents: It features a physical, flip-up missile-switch style cover over the front reset button to protect against accidental presses.

• The Colors: It comes in two colorways—a classic military Olive Drab green and a stealthy tactical Black.

AIRFLOW & COOLING LAYOUT

• Massive Front Intake: The RS variant ships with two huge 200mm front intake fans and a 120mm rear exhaust.

• 3D-Y Mesh Panel: Corsair claims their new 3D-Y patterned ventilation mesh increases standard airflow by 12.7% compared to traditional mesh layouts.

• InfiniRail System: Instead of standard fixed screw holes, it uses modular mounting rails. You can fit up to 13 separate 120mm fans or run dual 360mm radiators at the same time without them bumping into each other.

MODERN INTERNAL FEATURES

• Reverse-Connector Support: It is fully compatible with back-connect motherboards like ASUS BTF and MSI Project Zero, giving you a completely wire-free front chamber.

• RapidRoute 2.0 Pegboard: The back side features a pegboard-style cable tray for modular tie-down points, making cable management way less of a headache.

• Quality of Life Toggles: It has a built-in GPU anti-sag arm and an integrated rear I/O light, which is an absolute lifesaver when you're trying to swap a DisplayPort cable in a dark room.

corsair.com/ca/en/p/pc-cases/cc-9011349-ww/warthog-airflow-mid-tower-pc-case-black-cc-9011349-ww

Overall, it feels like a solid mix of heavy-duty retro styling and 2026-era building features. What do you guys think? Is the $180-$200 price tag worth the nostalgia and the rugged features, or are you sticking to standard panoramic glass builds?


r/pccases • • 4d ago

So im planning on customizing a PC case a GT502 from asus and was wondering what Spray paint/ paint markers i should use

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I plan to use Spray paints without primer and or sanding it to maximize peeling and or cracking so that it can look like it came from a abandoned factory, also to let family members have a crack at something I can have permanently with


r/pccases • • 9d ago

News Lian Li dropping a brand new 011D RGB (V2)!

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Lian Li is releasing a brand new version of their coveted 011D RGB case as a V2 variant.

A bunch of technical updates for this new case include:

An isolated AIO Chamber
Instead of sharing airflow within the same main compartment, the V2 introduces a dedicated side-mounted AIO liquid cooling compartment. This completely isolates your radiator’s exhaust or intake air from the rest of the chassis.

Angled Bottom Fan Mounting
Helping feed more cool air to today’s massive modern graphics cards, the lower intake fan mounting bracket is now angled for better air flow and velocity.

Adjustable Motherboard Mounting
The motherboard tray in this new revision is now vertically adjustable providing lots of spacing and layout options.

Back-connect Support & Refined Aesthetics
Updated customization for that “wire-tucked” look and updated RGB strips that are diffused & reflective round out the updates on this legendary case from Lian Li.

Expected retail price is set around $170usd


r/pccases • • 11d ago

Lian Li set to release the latest version of their Lancool case series this quarter. The 207XL is almost here!

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The 207XL secret

The Lian Li Lancool 207XL is a compact mid-tower ATX chassis featuring a front-bottom power supply placement and dual base-mounted cross-flow fans to optimize airflow for high-end components. 170 x 30mm front intake fans keep tons of fresh air coming into case and supports standard ATX motherboards alongside 360mm liquid cooling radiators on top.

The Cross-Flow Turbine Cooling System

The defining feature of the Lancool 207XL layout is its radical approach to GPU thermals. Rather than utilizing standard, standard-axis 120mm fans along the bottom shroud, Lian Li has integrated a custom double-barrel crossflow turbine system.

Early testing and exhibition data indicate this design delivers a direct 3°C drop in graphics card temperatures compared to conventional layout designs. By aggressively exhausting heat through the back before it rises, it prevents the GPU's hot air from recirculating into the CPU air cooler or top liquid cooling radiator.

Scheduled for release in Q4 2026, the case is priced at $109.99usd


r/pccases • • 12d ago

The new Thermaltake CAPO X Dual System Chassis is releasing this week and it's the wildest thing you'll see on the market right now!

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This thing is insane! Whether you want a HIS/HERS or Gaming/Streaming Setup all in one, this new CAPO X Dual system chassis from Thermaltake takes care of all that in ONE unit.

https://thermaltake.com/products/capo-x-dual-system-chassis


r/pccases • • 13d ago

This NIB Cooler Master HAF has been stored at my parents house for a decade. Is this case still desirable, or not retro enough yet?

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r/pccases • • 14d ago

ASUS Released an absolutely MASSIVE case this year, behold the ROG Cronox ARGB!

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https://rog.asus.com/cases/rog-cronox-argb/

Would you buy something like this? Will it even fit on your desk?

Tell us what you think!


r/pccases • • 15d ago

Case Discussion The Phanteks EX5 series has to be the wildest case release of 2026

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https://www.techpowerup.com/352442/phanteks-introduces-the-ex5-pc-chassis-series

The concept is very interesting and compartmentalizing each component does work. But, did Phanteks nail the execution? Or, could there be a different approach?

What do you think?


r/pccases • • 16d ago

News Kitguru's Best Case of 2026 shortlist for October!

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https://www.kitguru.net/news/best-pc-hardware/best-case-2026/

Do you have one of these BEST 5 Cases? Let us know what you like!


r/pccases • • 18d ago

I need help with my Matrix pc case

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I have a Matrix 600 Case and a piskel animation that I want to display on the Led screen on the bottom. I need some way to convert the gif/png/zip/.piskel into a .mcd (Matrix Custom Drawing) I cant find any way to do it, so help would be appreciated!


r/pccases • • 18d ago

Case Discussion NZXT is releasing their newest case soon! | Introducing the S5 RGB

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r/pccases • • Sep 18 '26

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r/pccases • • Jun 19 '23

Best small micro ATX case?

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I'm looking for a small case that supports micro ATX that isn't too expensive but can fit an rtx 3060ti and a 240mm rad.


r/pccases • • Jun 16 '23

I built myself a new PC after 6 years! - Hyte Y60 Gaming & Editing Build

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r/pccases • • Jun 12 '23

What is this case?

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Want to re build in an old case don't know the name of it.


r/pccases • • Jun 12 '23

Is zebronics zeb hermes a good cabinet? Heard it's bad with thermals.

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Should I change from Lian li 011 dynamic to zeb hermes? ( zebronics is bit cheaper )

Personally don't like the metal plate in between the glasses in lian li but don't want to take risk with thermals.

Nzxt h9 flow is out of my budget btw.

Specs Ryzen 5 7600x Rtx 4080 1000W psu, etc.

N.B - Playing on 4k that's why going with 7600x


r/pccases • • Jun 11 '23

Need help finding good horizontal case for gaming pc.

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Airflow should be nice and case should be high enough to fit large graphics card


r/pccases • • Jun 03 '23

Anyone know what this brand of atx case is?

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I'm missing a piece for my retro pc sleeper case but as you can see in the second pic I'm missing that clip for the USB and audio.


r/pccases • • Jun 03 '23

Pc case ID

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Hi

i found this image on net. Does anyone know which case is this?

Tnx


r/pccases • • Jun 02 '23

Top End Machine Needs a Top End Case...

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Good afternoon reddit community. I am in the process of building a top of line gaming machine, and I need some advice on which case to choose. I am going big with the 4090, so I need something that can accommodate that. I would also like something visually striking.

My last case was this, and I loved evrything about it: https://www.amazon.com/CORSAIR-Crystal-Airflow-Tempered-Glass/dp/B07MSQ63WS/ref=asc_df_B07MSQ63WS/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=319955522114&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10969020820077295531&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9012075&hvtargid=pla-660298279405&psc=1

I bought it 4 years ago, and the price has not gone down. I love the room it has in the back, and the general look of it; however I dont want to use the same case for a new machine.

I had my eye on the "Hyte" line with their interesting panoramic view style: https://www.newegg.com/black-white-hyte-y60-atx-mid-tower/p/N82E16811737001

Does anyone have this case and can make any comments about it? Would anyone care to recommend me a different case? I want something that looks incredible, but also functions well. Thanks in advanced for any suggestions.


r/pccases • • Jun 02 '23

Case suggestions?

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I want to move from a Corsair 600T Graphite into a new case. I think I would like 2-3 rgb fans in the front, and maybe the top as well.? I need it to support 4 to 6 full size hard drives as well as 2 DVD r/w drives. I really like the 780t from Corsair, although it's getting difficult to find at a reasonable price. I am wide open to other suggestions and I am not locked in to Corsair or any other manufacturer. What suggestions would you offer?


r/pccases • • Jun 02 '23

A sneak peak at what PC cases are coming later in the year

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r/pccases • • May 31 '23

looking for a small case for upcoming upgrade & MO-RA

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Hello all,

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I am in the process of preparing everything for my next upgrade and am currently looking for a suitable housing.

It should later RTX5090 (or whatever comes there), an accordingly Potente CPU and 2-3 m2 nvme's reinkommen.

It should be cooled with an external MO-RA420.

I ordered the O11D case and it's here now and I like it too, except for the fishtank look and the already extreme width. Is there possibly another housing where you can connect (without drilling out the housing) the MO-RA with Koolance&Neutrik? Gladly without glass and as small as possible (to fit on the desk without stealing too much space), but sufficient for the purpose?


r/pccases • • May 31 '23

can y'all I.D. these seemingly vintage cases for me?

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