So great to bring back Best Cases! We skipped the usual deep-dive thermals in 2023 since we were revamping our testing, so it's great to bring it back out now. Love this series. Cases are fun for us to work on since there are so many clever things that can be done. We've cut our third-party advertisers to bring you content! Grab our INDUCTOR DICE to support us directly! store.gamersnexus.net/products/inductor-full-tabletop-mtg-dnd-premium-dice-set-7-piece-dice-wooden-box-token-card or grab our SNOWFLAKE CAT dice: store.gamersnexus.net/products/snowflake-full-tabletop-mtg-dnd-premium-dice-set-7-piece-dice-wooden-box-cat-card Find our case reviews playlist here! ua-cam.com/video/2RytD3xII-0/v-deo.html Lots more coming up!
This a small error but I noticed that at 2:35 you highlighted the wrong video, the "Best CPUs of 2024" is to the right of the one that was highlighted. Anyway, thanks for you all of your hard work on reviews this year!
It's nice that you evaluate cases on a case-by-case basis. Really, this is the best case scenario for case reviews. I already have a great case myself, but I'll still watch this - just in case.
One has to ask what have you been watching to have this page land on your viewing list? Come to think of it why the heck did it land on my viewing list ???
I probably found the channel while watching Hardware Canucks. Their testing was not as intense but it was still one of the better case channels before GN's ascension and push for more functional cases.
If you want an antec flux pro this is what I did. It was sold out or delivering mid January do I kept checking back every couple hours and I thought it was a fluke but it was in stock and I ordered it so fast. I got it two days ago but haven't had the time to switch. Tom I'll do it. My son has been super sick so yea pc stuff gets the back burner.
If your looking for a case the lancool 216 and lancool3 have both been great for me, i almost bought the north xl but always wanted a LL case so it won
Don't know that they review many as the airflow layouts are usually pretty bespoke to that case, plus they sometimes don't come with fans. Which makes it hard to compare them fairly.
I just wanna take a minute and let you folks know how much I appreciate your case reviews. My motherboard unexpectedly died a month ago so I was left scrambling to build a new PC, and since I was still using an old _FractalDesign Define R4_ case I figured it was finally time to upgrade, and immediately knew where to look for recommendations. It's a shame it happened right before this "Best of" video's release, but even still I was able to go through your playlist and ultimately decided on picking up the Lancool 216. It's quite a step up from my last case, and it's all thanks to the work you do that I was able to find it.
Just picked up an Antec Flux Pro for a build update, and am super excited for it. Antec really impressed me with both of their offerings this year, and I'm looking forward to seeing what they do next!
Seeing this video makes me want to re-buy a North. An accident involving my system dropping 4 feet onto cement bent my original North case completely sideways. I still miss it
Mini ITX isn't a good grouping though. Do think of 20 liter cases? 15 liter? 10-8 liter? Or 5 liter ones? Do they even fit a GPU? I personally prefer sleek, console looking cases to the boxy _technically_ mITX cases that can fit a 4090, but they are not much smaller then a small ATX case, but come with all the drawbacks of mITX cases. But most cases that come out today are of the box variety.
I feel like Mini-ITX has been gradually left behind by the evolution of Raspberry Pi, Mini-STX builds as the Pi's prices increased, and now Mini PCs. Mini-ITX had more appeal back when Shuttle PC was in the conversation. With the size of modern GPUs, it seems more sensible to go no smaller than MicroATX or forego discrete graphics and get a Mini PC. IMO, of course. I know there are always people who want the most power in the smallest space and are willing to deal with challenges, but most of them are probably UA-camr tech channels.
As somebody who builds customs, I can attest for the Fractal North. The included fans are amazing, the build quality and customization is superb, it looks great
Bought myself a Fractal Design Torrent last week based of your older reviews. Absolutely love it, so silent, amazing temps. Lighting looks good and cable management was amazing due to the top mounted PSU
Yeah iirc Torrent is still THE best case in the market, this list is for "Best case released this year only" so it doesn't change anything, quite a number of older cases still outperform new ones at least in-terms of airflow.
@@FeralFlare it's stated at 2:33 that this video is for every case available on the market, not just ones released in 2024, and the torrent is outperformed in many of the thermal benchmarks
I was hoping they'd have reviewed the APNX C1 this year. Maybe not the cream of the crop but still a very good case and it had great sales during Amazon Prime Days this summer and 2 of the 3 colors have remained at good prices since then. Metal case, with very good mesh behind that. It comes included with 3x 140mm fans and 1x 120mm fan, all 30mm thick (86.9 cfm airflow on each of the 140mm fans). The white and black versions remained $99.00 since Prime day, and was $79 on Prime day. The chromaflair color has returned to $169.90 though since Prime day... I was happy with the black. It supports up to 11 fans (3 front, 3 side, 3 top, 1 rear, and1 aimed at the rear of the motherboard/backplate). Further I was able to juryrig two additional fans onto the bottom, on top of the psu shroud. Why? Because my state gets very hot.
Hey this was a perfect video for me right now! Currently looking to migrate my PC to a new case very soon. I’m tired of my 011D taking up 1/3 of my desk.
If room space allows for it, consider moving it onto a separate standing shelf. Monitor cables work just fine for a couple meters even at 4K moderate refresh rate, and so does USB. This gives back a lot of table space, lets you keep a big case, and makes the system "quieter" too.
I'm getting ready for a PC upgrade and I've got a flux pro sat in it's packaging behind my bed just waiting to be used, glad it did so well on this list :p
I ended up buying a non-Pro Flux, as the construction looks very similar to the Pro, but it’s cheaper and more readily available here in Europe, plus I prefer the midi-tower size.
Your timing is impeccable, I'm literally looking for a case right now after buying some parts yesterday! I was originally going to get the ThermalTakeTower 600, after seeing it as an ad on your channel, but, while it looks really nice, I then discovered the I/O is hidden under the top case fans... Time to see what else is available.
I was wondering if you have blacklisted NZXT cases? I have a H9Flow case and I love it. Just curious because I saw no NZXT cases in your comparison charts.
The fractal North is the first case i bought over 120 euros for the past 35 years and i havent regretted it one bit (no pun intended ) . Looks classy and delivers good thermals . Im happy . :)
I want to love the Lancool 207, because the thermal performance at that price seems unbeatable; but I learned years ago that I just don't have it in me to deal with a cramped space for cable management.
With all those cases, Im gonna think y'all are case experts. As such, as a woodworker, I have this idea of building a case into the desk design, hiding the PC part. Would you guys be interested in making a video about dos/donts and suggestions for PC-component holding design and key principles? For instance, instead of computer intake fans, thinking of using a larger, quieter room fan. Stuff like that you could break the mould with when building completely custom.
I wish Fractal would have made an mITX version of the North. I wanted a Torrent Nano but they became impossible to find around the time I was shopping so I went with a Terra, which I do like, but I'd prefer something with a bit more air cooling performance.
Yes - I got the ProArt PA602 for my new workstation. Fitting the cables for a CEB motherboard is a bit of a challenge, but the two giant intake fan design I really like. If it fits your motherboard it is a good pick - but I think the Fractal North cases might be a bit more versatile and more interessting for more users and GamerNexus might be a bit biased against ASUS given their history with horrible customer support.
Perfect.. I am literally looking for a new case at the moment.. Could not decide with all the different offerings.. This video along with the review videos for both cases will make it easier to decide.. It's either the Antec Flux or the Lian Li 207.. Thanks. Keep up the great work. 😊
I just started watching the video... I hope the H6 Flow is included in this list. Very good thermals, somewhat fairly priced, dual chamber, decent atx size
I've had mine now for almost a year and I love it overall, but I found my thermals improved by disabling the top 120mm fan on the front and the top-mounted 120mm fan closest to the front. I was exhausting cool air before it could reach the components.
@@nknasi So I have mine set-up like this- I have 360 AIO mounted on the top as exhaust, I have three Lian Li Uni Infiniti fans mounted on the side angle as intake, and two Be quiet fans at the bottom as intake blowing directly on my 4080 Super, My 9800X3D gets 70C full load in cinebench and my 4080 Super TUF never gets over 65c like ever lol. I love this case
Fractal North 100% deserves the top spot. The case blew me away. I don't need a new build but I probably will build one soon. Amazing airflow in a functional and aesthetically pleasing form outside of a full mesh front? Almost unheard of
Over the past few years, because of this channel, my case of choice for my next build has gone from the 4000D to the meshify c to the torrent then finally to the 207. After years of holding off, I finally decided to go for a new build and chose the 207. My last case was an NZXT phantom 410 and I wish new cases had some of its qualities like drive bays for a bluray burner, and the small clear window for checking post codes and a mesh slot underneath that can fit up to a 140mm fan and tons of bays for drives. I went with the 207 for the compact size, thermal performance and price. If I had looked at the North more thoroughly before making my purchase then I may have gone that route. Overall I still much prefer the aesthetics of the meshify and torrent the most. If the 207 review hadn't come out then I may have never been able to decide between those two.
I already bought my case for my new build, but it's real good to see the one I bought pop up in multiple categories. Shouldn't be too surprising since I bought a Flux Pro based off prior recommendations from you in the first place, but still!
I got the North XL while doing the first full update of my desktop since before COVID after seeing your review. I've been super satisfied with it and happy to see I really got a good one.
we did a rebuild in the lancool 207, after one month light layer of dust already, but it's huge improvement (thermals and noise) from our previous case of 10yrs+, Thermaltake v9
Thanks again for putting these best PC part roundups. I bought the Phanteks Eclipse P400A a few years ago due to your recommendation, and it has been excellent!
Lancool 207 is such a great performing case. Thank you Lian Li for not increasing the price after good reviews like what happened with the Lancool 215.
Hi Steve, I am once again humbly asking for a review of the NZXT H9 Flow. I understand if you are busy, but i would very much appreciate a review of said enclosure. Thank you very much.
I bought Fractal North XL mesh version last month following your reviews and couldn't be happier. Really good temperatures, elegant design. Real improvement over NZXT H510.
It's nice to see Antec coming back around. They were the case brand I went with for my first real major gaming build back in the late 2000s, and honestly, that case is still better than half the crap churned out today. I would be curious to see a Phanteks Enthoo Elite review from this channel. I don't believe you guys ever did it, and I'd love to see how it holds up with the current methodology.
I got the fractal torrent thanks to one of your old reviews. It was alright to build in as my first self built pc. Your videos have been very helpful to give me confidence to build it myself.
Hey Steve, what do you think about the Antec C7? You ignored it at Computex. I really like the design of the bottom chamber, and other reviewers said it has great build quality for the price.
LOL I literally looked up best cases of 2024 today as I was planning to get a new one so this video comes in the absolute most perfect timing, Thanks Steve and Gamers Nexus Team!
Dude! Steve and his genius Team on Gamers Nexus NEVER cease to disappoint me! I was so frustrated 12 hours ago that NO WHERE was a good PC Case video from this years End! Great Job guys! Youre the Best :D
I feel like mATX has become even more niche since people started moving to NVMe storage, I guess? So it's ITX if you need size, and ATX if you need stuff, and for mATX you don't need much of anything so nobody really caters to this niche because anything goes for most there.
Would be cool if you did best mITX and mATX case categories, though I do understand once you get into the SFF space, the categories can get pretty niche and specific.
Considering my last build is going on two decades in the past, this shouldn't mean much. But I just wrapped up a BTF build in an Antec C5 and I was blown away. Other than the pain the ass caused by short cable runs and standard length cables, this thing is solid for $105. The only thing to note, and again my last build had a CPU cooler, 3" gpu, and rear exh fan, is when running Cinebench the only thing in the house that's louder is the vacuum. But when gaming at 4k60 its no worse than a box fan on low if that.
I built a new 12900kf system with the Fractal Pop XL (the first new build that I've done in 4 years). Not only is this case amazing with detachable trays for my hard drive and sata ssd's. It is one of the few cases left that has a optical drive slot (bottom front behind the door panel). There's actually a little tray behind that door, but it can be removed and it fits an optical drive perfectly. My current system is a 12700kf, but in its small case sometimes the video card shuts down because of heat. The Fractal XL is very well ventilated. It only cost about $120 from New Egg.
I'm so happy to see you guys get back into cases this year! And I'm even more happy to see that case-design and improvement hasn't stagnated over the last couple years. I personally would have loved to see more honorable mentions, particularly considering price as price seems to fluctuate quite often.
Would love to see an additional category for mATX and ITX cases in the future. Doesn’t have to be an entire video dedicated to it, maybe just another segment in this one. Awesome video, and I hope you keep the good work! I always appreciate how much effort you guys put into your videos! Whenever I’m looking at computer products to potentially buy; I always check out your channel for all the info that others skip out on!
My Lian Li 207 is just waiting for 9800x3d to come in and plug in with 360 AIO. Glad that after watching about 20 case reviews I picked 207. Install was easy and cable management is great.
I'll be building in a case I've never heard of before in a day or two. Zalman P1 Plus Mid Tower. My father is upgrading, but needs a 5 & 1/4" bay for his CD-Drive. I wasn't sure they still made cases like that honestly. Looks like a great case for his needs though.
I just built my PC in the Lian Li 207. I really like it. It's not the best, but it's great for the price. Dust filters all around are perfect for my desert environment. (Except the very bottom of the back where they forgot the mesh?) Sure I wanted a larger cooler looking case, but this one fit my budget and I have zero regrets. Edit: Antec C8 was my 2nd choice, or 1st choice should I have a higher budget. Dang. You guys are boss.
Built my first PC at the start of the year in the normal-sized North, and while I'm glad I got this case... I feel like it was a mistake to go for the mesh side panel. I did not consider the effects of having a small room, and a cat and a dog who both shed like crazy. Welp. Still well worth it!
The best investment you can make in a PC build is your case. My main tower is a Caselabs Merlin ST10, which cost over $300, but every feature that made it the best case in the industry 12 years ago applies equally today, every time I open it up to swap components I thank my lucky stars that I have the best PC case ever made.
My friend's Fractal North feels a bit cheap to me. I'm rocking an old silverstone case and before that rocked much older Lian Li's. I wish the build quality and tooling was much improved
Woah have you read my mind with the timing of this upload? I have been out of the PC market for YEARS since buying a laptop (back in covid times I tossed up between a laptop or PC for uni and only had money for one, so I went with a laptop and it was definitely the correct decision). After buying my laptop I decided to stop looking at PC's because I'd feel guilty not getting one. Well for some reason an hour ago a random thought popped into my head - are PC's cheaper now? Which then lead me to look at cases, which lead me back to your amazing channel. I was searching up on your website the best cases of 2024 and was reading the fractal north review on your site. Opened up your youtube channel and of course you make this video the one time in 4 years I have looked at PC parts. Thanks for uploading this video at the perfect time for me Steve :)
I'm building a system for visual effects right now and I got myself an NZXT H6 Flow, cuz I like the unique design and it provides good flow, while also being cheaper.
Amazing!! I know they do a standard fan test with 2 fans, but it would be cool to see them do a test where they filled all the fan slots with noctua fans for optimal cooling. I wonder if that would make the Lian Li O11 the king. Also if it’s not too much to ask, could you also do some thermaltake reviews? 🙏🙏🙏
I would love to see a case review of the Tower 300. I bought one about 6 months ago, and I have had really good thermals with it. I would love to see how it stacks up in the lab against other more traditional-style cases.
I bought the Fractal Pop Air with glass and black fans for $49, using a SAMA 240mm AIO $39 on my 7700x / B650 in this case, video card is Sparkle Titan A770 16GB, fit great!
Really thinking I'll end up doing a North XL build next year, love the look and feel like it's gonna be a timeless case that will hold up for years. This just makes me want to even more.
Super cool. Just wanted to shout out the AVR-sized HTPC cases from silverstone. I have a 4090 and 5800x3d in mine, and it fits sideways in my media shelves.
So great to bring back Best Cases! We skipped the usual deep-dive thermals in 2023 since we were revamping our testing, so it's great to bring it back out now. Love this series. Cases are fun for us to work on since there are so many clever things that can be done. We've cut our third-party advertisers to bring you content! Grab our INDUCTOR DICE to support us directly! store.gamersnexus.net/products/inductor-full-tabletop-mtg-dnd-premium-dice-set-7-piece-dice-wooden-box-token-card or grab our SNOWFLAKE CAT dice: store.gamersnexus.net/products/snowflake-full-tabletop-mtg-dnd-premium-dice-set-7-piece-dice-wooden-box-cat-card
Find our case reviews playlist here! ua-cam.com/video/2RytD3xII-0/v-deo.html
Lots more coming up!
With so many cases, you should hire a case manager.
This a small error but I noticed that at 2:35 you highlighted the wrong video, the "Best CPUs of 2024" is to the right of the one that was highlighted.
Anyway, thanks for you all of your hard work on reviews this year!
Meh..... cases are a waste of money.
I poke a few strategic holes in a grocery store paper bag and place my computer in it.
Where was the best polyhedral dice case category?
Thoughts on Lian Li Compact with mesh top?
It's nice that you evaluate cases on a case-by-case basis. Really, this is the best case scenario for case reviews. I already have a great case myself, but I'll still watch this - just in case.
Are you trying to make a case for something?
@@GamersNexus Case in point!
@@GamersNexusCase closed, back to you Steve
Sounds like you are going to case the joint. Not to worry, the best detectives are on the case. Case closed!
This really is an In Win Situation.
Almost 30mins of case talk, now this, this is what I subscribed for... I'm not even joking, it's how I found the channel in the first place.
Same 😅
Same here. Their review of the Phanteks P360A is the reason I have the system I'm typing this on in the first place.
One has to ask what have you been watching to have this page land on your viewing list? Come to think of it why the heck did it land on my viewing list ???
Exactly. I learned a lot. 😊
I probably found the channel while watching Hardware Canucks. Their testing was not as intense but it was still one of the better case channels before GN's ascension and push for more functional cases.
this truly is a best case scenario. i’ll stop.
Boooo 😂
Let me show you out 🚪
The self awareness got a chuckle out of me ngl.
no please don't leave keep going
I want more
When i googled "best pc case 2024 gamers nexus" I didn't expect to find a video that came out 30 mins ago, talk about perfect timing.
Just like for hardwareUnboxed or should I say MonitorsUnboxed!
If you want an antec flux pro this is what I did. It was sold out or delivering mid January do I kept checking back every couple hours and I thought it was a fluke but it was in stock and I ordered it so fast. I got it two days ago but haven't had the time to switch. Tom I'll do it. My son has been super sick so yea pc stuff gets the back burner.
If your looking for a case the lancool 216 and lancool3 have both been great for me, i almost bought the north xl but always wanted a LL case so it won
id love a category on SFF cases. the lian li m3 looks good but i havent seen many alternatives
Don't know that they review many as the airflow layouts are usually pretty bespoke to that case, plus they sometimes don't come with fans. Which makes it hard to compare them fairly.
Awesome! I'm happy to see case reviews back in action this year. The competition has been great lately, so many good options
TONS of good cases this year! Can't wait to get even more through testing.
@@GamersNexus Looking forward to the Videos!
I bought the Fractal North this summer purely for the wood and white aesthetic. Happy to know it got best case of 2024!
Nice! I have the black & brass version, but both look fabulous.
Same!
4:40 The fractal north looks good even if you use the top as the front lol
With all the fan configurations on the XL it may even work
Took me a moment to realize they were toppled. Was like - wait, do they come with a metal front too?!
Very happy with my Fractal North. When I saw it I had to make it my next build, and the airflow/performance is an added bonus.
I just wanna take a minute and let you folks know how much I appreciate your case reviews. My motherboard unexpectedly died a month ago so I was left scrambling to build a new PC, and since I was still using an old _FractalDesign Define R4_ case I figured it was finally time to upgrade, and immediately knew where to look for recommendations. It's a shame it happened right before this "Best of" video's release, but even still I was able to go through your playlist and ultimately decided on picking up the Lancool 216. It's quite a step up from my last case, and it's all thanks to the work you do that I was able to find it.
Just picked up an Antec Flux Pro for a build update, and am super excited for it. Antec really impressed me with both of their offerings this year, and I'm looking forward to seeing what they do next!
I just bought the Montech air max for $70, this case is HUGE and a dream to build in. Came with 3x140mm argb 1x140mm black and a controller.
The North is just such a classy timeless design. Absolutely love it
Seeing this video makes me want to re-buy a North. An accident involving my system dropping 4 feet onto cement bent my original North case completely sideways. I still miss it
Sad to hear that. I use the North myself, and it still looks great. It's an elegant case for a more civilized age.
Rip
Now you have a Fractal West
I really wish you'd do more mini ITX cases.
ITX is kind of niche. I have built quite a few custom PCs for people over the years and not one was an ITX.
Mini ITX isn't a good grouping though. Do think of 20 liter cases? 15 liter? 10-8 liter? Or 5 liter ones? Do they even fit a GPU?
I personally prefer sleek, console looking cases to the boxy _technically_ mITX cases that can fit a 4090, but they are not much smaller then a small ATX case, but come with all the drawbacks of mITX cases. But most cases that come out today are of the box variety.
I feel like Mini-ITX has been gradually left behind by the evolution of Raspberry Pi, Mini-STX builds as the Pi's prices increased, and now Mini PCs. Mini-ITX had more appeal back when Shuttle PC was in the conversation. With the size of modern GPUs, it seems more sensible to go no smaller than MicroATX or forego discrete graphics and get a Mini PC. IMO, of course. I know there are always people who want the most power in the smallest space and are willing to deal with challenges, but most of them are probably UA-camr tech channels.
@@SupraSav I think it's more popular than ever, it's super popular in China.
I'd like to see an MITX round-up!
Me too!
As somebody who builds customs, I can attest for the Fractal North. The included fans are amazing, the build quality and customization is superb, it looks great
Bought myself a Fractal Design Torrent last week based of your older reviews. Absolutely love it, so silent, amazing temps. Lighting looks good and cable management was amazing due to the top mounted PSU
Yeah iirc Torrent is still THE best case in the market, this list is for "Best case released this year only" so it doesn't change anything, quite a number of older cases still outperform new ones at least in-terms of airflow.
@@FeralFlare it's stated at 2:33 that this video is for every case available on the market, not just ones released in 2024, and the torrent is outperformed in many of the thermal benchmarks
Only thing is good in that case is the front and rear panel and the two fans. In bethween a lot of bs.
I was hoping they'd have reviewed the APNX C1 this year. Maybe not the cream of the crop but still a very good case and it had great sales during Amazon Prime Days this summer and 2 of the 3 colors have remained at good prices since then.
Metal case, with very good mesh behind that. It comes included with 3x 140mm fans and 1x 120mm fan, all 30mm thick (86.9 cfm airflow on each of the 140mm fans). The white and black versions remained $99.00 since Prime day, and was $79 on Prime day. The chromaflair color has returned to $169.90 though since Prime day... I was happy with the black.
It supports up to 11 fans (3 front, 3 side, 3 top, 1 rear, and1 aimed at the rear of the motherboard/backplate). Further I was able to juryrig two additional fans onto the bottom, on top of the psu shroud. Why? Because my state gets very hot.
Hey this was a perfect video for me right now! Currently looking to migrate my PC to a new case very soon. I’m tired of my 011D taking up 1/3 of my desk.
You should get REALLY thick carpet, then set it on the floor.
If room space allows for it, consider moving it onto a separate standing shelf. Monitor cables work just fine for a couple meters even at 4K moderate refresh rate, and so does USB. This gives back a lot of table space, lets you keep a big case, and makes the system "quieter" too.
I hope every company put their best case forward at this trial, because judge Steve will be brutal in handing out his verdict.
You made a good case with this video.
IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS
Us too!
I'm getting ready for a PC upgrade and I've got a flux pro sat in it's packaging behind my bed just waiting to be used, glad it did so well on this list :p
Been scoping out a build for my s/o and she fell in love with the Fractal North basically at first sight. Glad to see it's holding up as a great case!
I ended up buying a non-Pro Flux, as the construction looks very similar to the Pro, but it’s cheaper and more readily available here in Europe, plus I prefer the midi-tower size.
Building a PC for a friend. I encouraged him to get a North, and I'm feeling pretty damn glad I did.
Your timing is impeccable, I'm literally looking for a case right now after buying some parts yesterday! I was originally going to get the ThermalTakeTower 600, after seeing it as an ad on your channel, but, while it looks really nice, I then discovered the I/O is hidden under the top case fans... Time to see what else is available.
Thanks Steve! Now back to you Steve.
Lmao or when he roasted some company in his last video and cut to their executive saying "Thank you Steve"
Over to you Steve
never gets old
I was wondering if you have blacklisted NZXT cases? I have a H9Flow case and I love it. Just curious because I saw no NZXT cases in your comparison charts.
NZXT is fire bro fr fr. No, seriously. Just go look at the gamers Nexus prior reviews.
The fractal North is the first case i bought over 120 euros for the past 35 years and i havent regretted it one bit (no pun intended ) . Looks classy and delivers good thermals . Im happy . :)
I want to love the Lancool 207, because the thermal performance at that price seems unbeatable; but I learned years ago that I just don't have it in me to deal with a cramped space for cable management.
I can't wait for the Best SFF Cases video!
You will have to
With all those cases, Im gonna think y'all are case experts. As such, as a woodworker, I have this idea of building a case into the desk design, hiding the PC part. Would you guys be interested in making a video about dos/donts and suggestions for PC-component holding design and key principles? For instance, instead of computer intake fans, thinking of using a larger, quieter room fan. Stuff like that you could break the mould with when building completely custom.
I wish Fractal would have made an mITX version of the North. I wanted a Torrent Nano but they became impossible to find around the time I was shopping so I went with a Terra, which I do like, but I'd prefer something with a bit more air cooling performance.
So am I dude, it's crazy it hasn't come out yet. I'm PRAYING for it
While not made by Fractal, Lian Li did just release the DAN A3 mATX case. It basically looks like an mATX North, and GamersNexus did a review on it.
I got a dirty Lian Li O11D from a local pc shop. Cleaned it up and now rocking it with my Z790 build
I know you guys didn't do a review on it, but the ASUS ProArt PA602 is a superb case and in my opinion is one of the best cases released this year.
Yes - I got the ProArt PA602 for my new workstation. Fitting the cables for a CEB motherboard is a bit of a challenge, but the two giant intake fan design I really like. If it fits your motherboard it is a good pick - but I think the Fractal North cases might be a bit more versatile and more interessting for more users and GamerNexus might be a bit biased against ASUS given their history with horrible customer support.
I bought the flux pro after the GN review, very happy with my purchase, and its all thanks to GN.
Perfect.. I am literally looking for a new case at the moment.. Could not decide with all the different offerings.. This video along with the review videos for both cases will make it easier to decide.. It's either the Antec Flux or the Lian Li 207.. Thanks. Keep up the great work. 😊
is the NZXT H7 flow good? i rly like the look of the case. i have seen some good notes about it.
It's Good But there 3 Versions of this Case. Latest is the NZXT H 7 (2024) Case.
I bought the H7 Flow 2024 version about 2 weeks ago, it’s the best case i’ve ever build in. And looks sleek af in white with good airflow.
Hey @GamersNexus, you did an ad for Thermaltake’s Tower 600 a bit ago. Are you going to do a review of that case?
It's a bit odd because you would expect them to have at least tested it to advertise it, but we don't know that.
I just started watching the video... I hope the H6 Flow is included in this list. Very good thermals, somewhat fairly priced, dual chamber, decent atx size
I've had mine now for almost a year and I love it overall, but I found my thermals improved by disabling the top 120mm fan on the front and the top-mounted 120mm fan closest to the front. I was exhausting cool air before it could reach the components.
@@nknasi So I have mine set-up like this- I have 360 AIO mounted on the top as exhaust, I have three Lian Li Uni Infiniti fans mounted on the side angle as intake, and two Be quiet fans at the bottom as intake blowing directly on my 4080 Super, My 9800X3D gets 70C full load in cinebench and my 4080 Super TUF never gets over 65c like ever lol. I love this case
Fractal North 100% deserves the top spot. The case blew me away. I don't need a new build but I probably will build one soon. Amazing airflow in a functional and aesthetically pleasing form outside of a full mesh front? Almost unheard of
**queue song** - I have been waiting for this moment, all my life.... oooooooo - Thanks Steve
Thanks for the case roundup Steve, this was great! That Fractal North is amazing, I just love the wood front! I have the Fractal Meshify C right now.
Over the past few years, because of this channel, my case of choice for my next build has gone from the 4000D to the meshify c to the torrent then finally to the 207. After years of holding off, I finally decided to go for a new build and chose the 207. My last case was an NZXT phantom 410 and I wish new cases had some of its qualities like drive bays for a bluray burner, and the small clear window for checking post codes and a mesh slot underneath that can fit up to a 140mm fan and tons of bays for drives. I went with the 207 for the compact size, thermal performance and price. If I had looked at the North more thoroughly before making my purchase then I may have gone that route. Overall I still much prefer the aesthetics of the meshify and torrent the most. If the 207 review hadn't come out then I may have never been able to decide between those two.
I already bought my case for my new build, but it's real good to see the one I bought pop up in multiple categories. Shouldn't be too surprising since I bought a Flux Pro based off prior recommendations from you in the first place, but still!
Yesterday I was looking for "best PC cases 2024", and today you post this video... Thank you so fcin much!
Please review the Asus PA602 its got 200mmx38mm front fans
That case is really nice, especially for a silent non-rgb stealth build.
@@Cenkolino its what i have its really quiet. they are also bringing out a solid side panel version
The timing is amazing. I was already looking at the Lancool 207 as my new case, but now I'm even more convinced!
I got the North XL while doing the first full update of my desktop since before COVID after seeing your review. I've been super satisfied with it and happy to see I really got a good one.
we did a rebuild in the lancool 207, after one month light layer of dust already, but it's huge improvement (thermals and noise) from our previous case of 10yrs+, Thermaltake v9
Thanks again for putting these best PC part roundups. I bought the Phanteks Eclipse P400A a few years ago due to your recommendation, and it has been excellent!
Lancool 207 is such a great performing case. Thank you Lian Li for not increasing the price after good reviews like what happened with the Lancool 215.
If it’s not on GN’s best case list, I don’t even consider it! You guys set the standard for case reviews.
The timing for this video is crazy. Thanks a lot!
Hi Steve,
I am once again humbly asking for a review of the NZXT H9 Flow. I understand if you are busy, but i would very much appreciate a review of said enclosure.
Thank you very much.
Thank you Steve. My eyes are on Fractal North for quite some time and your tests helps me with the decision 👍
Thank you for posting these "Best Of 2024 'parts'" as I'm wanting to build my 2nd PC soon.
I bought Fractal North XL mesh version last month following your reviews and couldn't be happier. Really good temperatures, elegant design. Real improvement over NZXT H510.
It's nice to see Antec coming back around. They were the case brand I went with for my first real major gaming build back in the late 2000s, and honestly, that case is still better than half the crap churned out today.
I would be curious to see a Phanteks Enthoo Elite review from this channel. I don't believe you guys ever did it, and I'd love to see how it holds up with the current methodology.
I got the fractal torrent thanks to one of your old reviews. It was alright to build in as my first self built pc. Your videos have been very helpful to give me confidence to build it myself.
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My last pc upgrage I got the Fractal Torrent based largely on your videos. Also the dice are really nice I just got mine in today.
Hey Steve, what do you think about the Antec C7? You ignored it at Computex. I really like the design of the bottom chamber, and other reviewers said it has great build quality for the price.
LOL I literally looked up best cases of 2024 today as I was planning to get a new one so this video comes in the absolute most perfect timing, Thanks Steve and Gamers Nexus Team!
Dude! Steve and his genius Team on Gamers Nexus NEVER cease to disappoint me! I was so frustrated 12 hours ago that NO WHERE was a good PC Case video from this years End! Great Job guys! Youre the Best :D
Would love to see one about mATX cases :)
Ditto
I feel like mATX has become even more niche since people started moving to NVMe storage, I guess? So it's ITX if you need size, and ATX if you need stuff, and for mATX you don't need much of anything so nobody really caters to this niche because anything goes for most there.
Oh hey perfect, I was looking at cases recently. Nice timing.
Would be cool if you did best mITX and mATX case categories, though I do understand once you get into the SFF space, the categories can get pretty niche and specific.
So happy with my North XL :) Best case I've had so far
Wow... I was thinking about getting a new case for my coming 7800x3d build. Great timing!
Considering my last build is going on two decades in the past, this shouldn't mean much. But I just wrapped up a BTF build in an Antec C5 and I was blown away. Other than the pain the ass caused by short cable runs and standard length cables, this thing is solid for $105. The only thing to note, and again my last build had a CPU cooler, 3" gpu, and rear exh fan, is when running Cinebench the only thing in the house that's louder is the vacuum. But when gaming at 4k60 its no worse than a box fan on low if that.
I built a new 12900kf system with the Fractal Pop XL (the first new build that I've done in 4 years).
Not only is this case amazing with detachable trays for my hard drive and sata ssd's. It is one of the few cases left that has a optical drive slot (bottom front behind the door panel). There's actually a little tray behind that door, but it can be removed and it fits an optical drive perfectly.
My current system is a 12700kf, but in its small case sometimes the video card shuts down because of heat. The Fractal XL is very well ventilated. It only cost about $120 from New Egg.
I'm so happy to see you guys get back into cases this year! And I'm even more happy to see that case-design and improvement hasn't stagnated over the last couple years. I personally would have loved to see more honorable mentions, particularly considering price as price seems to fluctuate quite often.
Would love to see an additional category for mATX and ITX cases in the future. Doesn’t have to be an entire video dedicated to it, maybe just another segment in this one.
Awesome video, and I hope you keep the good work! I always appreciate how much effort you guys put into your videos! Whenever I’m looking at computer products to potentially buy; I always check out your channel for all the info that others skip out on!
Thanks Steve! Just as I'm shopping around online for a new case
just bought a Corsair 5000D Airflow to replace my Thermaltake Core X9, mere hours before this video dropped. THANKS, STEVE
Really appreciate your effort...building a new PC after many years
i waited 3 months to get a north after it dropped...so glad i did, its the best case ive ever seen under 200 bux by far. Phenomenal
My Lian Li 207 is just waiting for 9800x3d to come in and plug in with 360 AIO. Glad that after watching about 20 case reviews I picked 207. Install was easy and cable management is great.
I wait for this every time. You speak on them I listen!
Was looking for a new case for a secondary/nas/server computer. Best case turned out to be a Define R5. So I got a second one. Very happy with this.
I'll be building in a case I've never heard of before in a day or two. Zalman P1 Plus Mid Tower. My father is upgrading, but needs a 5 & 1/4" bay for his CD-Drive. I wasn't sure they still made cases like that honestly. Looks like a great case for his needs though.
I just built my PC in the Lian Li 207. I really like it. It's not the best, but it's great for the price. Dust filters all around are perfect for my desert environment. (Except the very bottom of the back where they forgot the mesh?) Sure I wanted a larger cooler looking case, but this one fit my budget and I have zero regrets.
Edit: Antec C8 was my 2nd choice, or 1st choice should I have a higher budget. Dang. You guys are boss.
Built my first PC at the start of the year in the normal-sized North, and while I'm glad I got this case... I feel like it was a mistake to go for the mesh side panel.
I did not consider the effects of having a small room, and a cat and a dog who both shed like crazy.
Welp.
Still well worth it!
HAHHAHA, I am almost hearing a touch of Marty McFly nervous vocal tone in Steve's denial whilst acknowledging the case accumulation problem.
I changed my main system from a 4000D to the NZXT H9 Flow, and both are great cases but the H9 is an amazing case
In terms of thermal performance would the Flux Pro or 207 be a good upgrade from the Phanteks P500A or nah?
The best investment you can make in a PC build is your case.
My main tower is a Caselabs Merlin ST10, which cost over $300, but every feature that made it the best case in the industry 12 years ago applies equally today, every time I open it up to swap components I thank my lucky stars that I have the best PC case ever made.
My friend's Fractal North feels a bit cheap to me. I'm rocking an old silverstone case and before that rocked much older Lian Li's. I wish the build quality and tooling was much improved
Got h7 flow, it's amazing case
Woah have you read my mind with the timing of this upload?
I have been out of the PC market for YEARS since buying a laptop (back in covid times I tossed up between a laptop or PC for uni and only had money for one, so I went with a laptop and it was definitely the correct decision). After buying my laptop I decided to stop looking at PC's because I'd feel guilty not getting one.
Well for some reason an hour ago a random thought popped into my head - are PC's cheaper now? Which then lead me to look at cases, which lead me back to your amazing channel. I was searching up on your website the best cases of 2024 and was reading the fractal north review on your site. Opened up your youtube channel and of course you make this video the one time in 4 years I have looked at PC parts.
Thanks for uploading this video at the perfect time for me Steve :)
Gaming CPUs are at their best right now.
Lots of competition and advancement in cases.
Many good options for monitors.
Gaming GPUs... yeah.
I'm building a system for visual effects right now and I got myself an NZXT H6 Flow, cuz I like the unique design and it provides good flow, while also being cheaper.
Amazing!! I know they do a standard fan test with 2 fans, but it would be cool to see them do a test where they filled all the fan slots with noctua fans for optimal cooling. I wonder if that would make the Lian Li O11 the king. Also if it’s not too much to ask, could you also do some thermaltake reviews? 🙏🙏🙏
I would love to see a case review of the Tower 300. I bought one about 6 months ago, and I have had really good thermals with it. I would love to see how it stacks up in the lab against other more traditional-style cases.
I bought the Fractal Pop Air with glass and black fans for $49, using a SAMA 240mm AIO $39 on my 7700x / B650 in this case, video card is Sparkle Titan A770 16GB, fit great!
Really thinking I'll end up doing a North XL build next year, love the look and feel like it's gonna be a timeless case that will hold up for years. This just makes me want to even more.
Got a Define 7 years ago, and it still feels perfectly modern. Fractal's quality materials and minimilastic styling do make them resistant to aging.
Super cool. Just wanted to shout out the AVR-sized HTPC cases from silverstone. I have a 4090 and 5800x3d in mine, and it fits sideways in my media shelves.