GaiusMaxwell Posted August 16, 2008 Posted August 16, 2008 hey guys, I am looking for a new computer case because this TT soprano is getting a little beat up and i never really liked it in the first place So basically i want something very flashy and cool looking but also not to be completely void of airflow and features the antec 1200 and nzxt tempest both appeal to me very much, i have tipped over a little on the antec 1200 side because its looks alot more quality What do you guys think? and feel free to drop in other suggestions for flashy cases you might like (the antec 900 is not an option for me) -love Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comp Dude2 Posted August 16, 2008 Posted August 16, 2008 (edited) NZXT Lexa? it's pretty flashy (if you get the silver one with the alumium front Edited August 16, 2008 by Comp Dude2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rokkaholik Posted August 16, 2008 Posted August 16, 2008 (edited) The 1200 compared to the Antec 900 Pics found here http://www.hardwarecanucks.com/forum/cases...son-photos.html Edited August 16, 2008 by Rokkaholik Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comp Dude2 Posted August 16, 2008 Posted August 16, 2008 Lol, the cables could do with work in the 900. And i guess that is just the difference between a large midi and a full tower case The lexa is FAR cooler than the antecs Dunno about wires or airflow (though it has 3x 120mm and 1x 80mm so must be alright) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GaiusMaxwell Posted August 16, 2008 Posted August 16, 2008 Lol, the cables could do with work in the 900. And i guess that is just the difference between a large midi and a full tower case The lexa is FAR cooler than the antecs Dunno about wires or airflow (though it has 3x 120mm and 1x 80mm so must be alright) i would have to disagree, the lexa is quite flashy but the antec 1200 is really really nice looking when its on and not in blinding daylight alot of mild blue LED's mixed with a jet black finish inside and out, very pretty case the lexa has 4 fans total as you mentioned, the antec 1200 has 3 front intake fans, 2 rear exhaust fans, 1 side intake fan and a massive 200mm top mounted blowhole exhaust as said before, i dont have the option of the antec 900 and this topic was really about 1200 vs. tempest, although i wouldnt mind the input on other cases like the lexa but unfortunetly i think it is out of the running for what i want Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccokeman Posted August 16, 2008 Posted August 16, 2008 I think the two choices are both decent cases. No haveing played with the Tempeat or 1200 I would guess the 1200 is the airflow champ out of the two. THe fans on the 1200 are adjustable so you can go from low to high based on your thermal needs. I saw the 1200 at CES and it was incredibly quiet with the fans on high speed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rokkaholik Posted August 16, 2008 Posted August 16, 2008 I'm pretty sure the 1200 is running the same fans as the 900 has. I have the 900 and can't hear anything running unless I get down close to it. All my fans are on medium including the top fan. I thing the 1200 is a beast, but would be ALOT better airflow/cooling than the other case. On top of that, I REALLY hate doors on the front of a PC. The Lexa got ixnayed because of that alone B:) Other cases we discussed in another thread were: Coolermaster Stacker 830 Thermaltake Armor Coolermaster Cosmos 1000 Coolermaster 690 Lian Li Armorsuit PC-P60 NZXT Tempest That thread is : http://forums.overclockersclub.com/index.p...howtopic=154605 Good Luck B:) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mistabonz Posted August 16, 2008 Posted August 16, 2008 I'm pretty sure the 1200 is running the same fans as the 900 has. I have the 900 and can't hear anything running unless I get down close to it. All my fans are on medium including the top fan. I thing the 1200 is a beast, but would be ALOT better airflow/cooling than the other case. On top of that, I REALLY hate doors on the front of a PC. The Lexa got ixnayed because of that alone B:) Other cases we discussed in another thread were: Coolermaster Stacker 830 Thermaltake Armor Coolermaster Cosmos 1000 Coolermaster 690 Lian Li Armorsuit PC-P60 NZXT Tempest That thread is : http://forums.overclockersclub.com/index.p...howtopic=154605 Good Luck B:) I have an Antec 1200 and this case is incredible. I would cast my lot with this case if I were you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GaiusMaxwell Posted August 17, 2008 Posted August 17, 2008 I ended up buying a nzxt tempest With the antec 1200 at $230AU, I was able to lowball the tempest down to $150AU at the comp fair..I say no contest =P Which also allowed me to afford a 750w ocz gameXstream psu...now all I need to do is win the 4850 contest and ill have a really nice system =P Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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