you are more than welcome!

what do you mean not the real Dr Zaber?

well SFX PSUs are meant for SFF builds, which have a layout that placed the hardware closer to each other so having long cables would only mess with the cable management

but in any case that you needed longer cables, you can always opt for cable extensions or custom cables

Nowadays even SFX can go up to 750W output already. might as well just stick with SFX for maximum compatibility

myself even using a case that can support ATX PSU, I opt for SFX PSU for ease of cable management, and of course would make it easier for me to use virtually any case

that is, unless the case needs special parts like single fan GPU or flex PSU lol

that is some pretty high end choices there

the Thor case looks good imo, but just like any other crowdfunded/premium small ITX cases, it'll cost a bomb

Node 202 is a good case to start with. If you're not planning to build a high end rig inside it, I would suggest pick up the one with included Integra 450W 80+ Bronze rated SFX PSU.

the included PSU felt like it was tailor made for the Node 202, and the cable lengths are just right with a little to spare and will be a lot easier for cable management.

*almost* had a Geeek A50 but decided to back off once discovered that the case was full acrylic

I would still be okay if only the panes are acrylic, and the internal chassis is metal


now just settling down with Raijintek Ophion Evo


re-oriented the pump to ease off the stretch of the tubes, and also making the Cooler Master logo upright

also, ignore the silver ATX to SFX adapter haha


This post has been edited by rihuhs: Nov 4 2019, 01:07 PM

mine in particular is the Evo, hence taller since it supports AIO. this one about the same dimensions as a Cougar QBX

there's a smaller one, the Ophion Mini that does not support AIO, but only have room for 2x 120mm fans up top

ya cases from Taobao are damn tempting maannn

if you're looking for a QBX, I have a used one to let go. excellent condition, bought in March 2019

feeling like letting go my Ophion Evo together with the ML240L 240mm AIO cooler. anybody interested?

whoa. I know this will be waayyy out of my budget but mind sharing the price range you're letting this go?

all I can think of is Cougar QBX (supports max 140mm long PSU) and Raijintek Ophion Mini/Evo (supports max 160mm long PSU)

but based on the specs for the Bitfenix Whisper 650W specs, the Ophion Mini/Evo suits better

2 main components that you need to consider is the motherboard & PSU, since SFF cases only supports ITX boards (170mm x 170mm size)

as for the PSU that is totally depending on the case that you have in mind (since some SFF case do support ATX PSU, although with some size limitation) but based on your requirement high chance you'll be needing a SFX PSU

This post has been edited by rihuhs: Dec 14 2019, 05:41 PM

Ophion Evo it is then. it does support 240mm AIO and also ATX PSU up to 160mm long

lol we're running similar hardware, although mine just a puny i5-6500

also when considering SFF cases, one of the best investment would be trading your PSU to a SFX unit for maximum compatibility and better cable management

IMO your biggest roadblock there would still be the motherboard

or if you want a relatively compact case that can fit both ATX PSU & ATX motherboard, you might want to consider something like the Cooler Master Masterbox Q500L

it has the PSU positioned in the front of the case (similiar to Ncase M1) so that would cut down some of the case height which would make it more compact. also better at hiding the cables, too

shoot. how on earth did I missed your post

btw mind sharing the pricing for the white case on the left, and the dark grey(?) one in the middle?

never knew it has a dedicated GPU

that seems like compatibility issue.

is the PCIe riser the one that you opted together when buying the case?

I don't think Geeek case has any physical dealer here in Malaysia. u either deal online or deal with someone who can help you buy.

why looking for physical store? want a hands-on live view first before deciding to buy?