Are you ready to build a computer? With the new line of Nvidia graphics cards, excellent prices among the best SSDs (including the option to add a terabyte of solid-state storage for less than 200 euros), and increasingly competitive processors, let's say it's a good time. However... we need a case. There are very affordable options on the market, but our priority is always to optimize the price-to-performance ratio, so the best PC cases should offer the best of both worlds.
Now, a common practice is to reuse an old case (read: chassis), take the opportunity to do a good system cleaning, and enjoy the new hardware. I know because I've done it many times... but sooner or later we get bored. Buying a case (read: chassis or cabinet) is an excellent way to change the face of a computer at a fraction of the cost, and in fact not a few recommend it when selling a used PC. It doesn't matter if you're transferring components or if you have a brand-new platform; getting a brand-new case for your computer is a great decision. Would you like to see some?
The best PC cases for your computer, at very reasonable prices
Something formal? Good cable management? Customization? Compact design? Wide compatibility? The right amount of RGB? I think our list of recommended cases has all that and more. As always, comments will be open for each reader to make their own suggestions, but you shouldn't miss anything that appears below:
AeroCool Cylon
RGB for 40 euros? Not only is it possible, but it also looks very good. Officially launched earlier this year, the AeroCool Cylon includes an RGB bar on the front with 13 different lighting patterns, support for seven 120mm fans (only one included, the rear), front USB 3.0 with card reader, and maximum tolerances of 371mm for the graphics card and 155mm for the cooler respectively. This is the version with the acrylic side panel.
Cooler Master MasterBox Q300L
One factor that the more economical cases often leave by the wayside is customization, but the Cooler Master MasterBox Q300L is the exception to the rule. Magnetic filters improve the aesthetics of the entire case with minimal effort, and the modular panel allows us to install it in six different positions, thus enabling vertical or horizontal use. 360mm graphics card, 157mm cooler, and 28mm of margin for cable management define the rest of the specifications. Undoubtedly, one of the best in Micro ATX format.
Corsair Carbide 275R
Less is more. That's how Corsair presents its Carbide 275R, with a tempered glass panel, an excellent front that allows good airflow despite its appearance, top air filter, and support for 140mm fans or a 360mm radiator if you're interested in watercooling. Do you have multiple SSDs? No problem: The case includes four 2.5-inch drive bays, and enough space to make cable management a formality. Personal note: I like it more in white.
Cooler Master Elite 130
What if we want to reduce the volume of the case to the maximum without sacrificing ventilation? First, we must be willing to pay the premium associated with the Mini ITX format, and second, we need something like the Cooler Master Elite 130. It's not a particularly new model, but this little beast can accommodate graphics cards of 343mm, and accepts standard ATX power supplies. Even so, it's not a bad idea to add a low-profile cooler.
NZXT S340
A dark, sober, and striking tower. The S340 case from NZXT has become one of the favorites among enthusiasts thanks to its impeccable aesthetics, wide fan flexibility, two filters, and a maximum space of 364mm for graphics cards (unless we use a radiator). Furthermore, the official page reports a weight of more than seven kilograms without hardware, so if you want a true tank on your desk, this is what you're looking for.
That's all for today, but the adventure doesn't end. There are many cases to explore out there, and at this point we extend our invitation. Have you bought a case recently? Do you want to suggest another model with more specific features? Don't hesitate! Leave a comment. Good luck!
