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zeevzeev

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Jan 20, 2002
Hi !

I'm building a new computer based on the Athlon XP 1700+.
What would be the best case to use: Full Tower or just a Midi ATX for AMD ?

Thanks.

Zeev
 
That depends on a lot of things. Think along the future. Do you plan to ever watercool, or put a few 80 mm or 120 mm fans in? just kinda of a personal preference. I bought a mid-tower, when I should have bought a full tower, because I decided to watercool after I bought it. Haven't bother to buy a new case yet either. The radiator just sits outside.
 
If you have the space and the cash, go full tower. This means that you will generally have better airflow ie more space = longer to heat up and, as Jester said, it allows for more cooling apparatus. PSU however is more important than the case. WIth an XP1700+ look for a 350W to 450W PSU.
 
I’m just got an Antec SX1040 and I really like it. BTW this is the third case I’ve bought for my pc in two years. :p
 
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