Case Question

Kiith

ok, do cases have to support conroe? cause i read that certain cases dont support dual core (can't rememer where...possible i didnt actually hear it). i had originally planned on this one from komplett
http://komplett.ie/k/ki.asp?sku=303823

but then i was shown these two
http://www.xcase.co.uk/acatalog/copy_of_A-Top_X-Blade_deluxe.html (3rd one down)
http://www.xcase.co.uk/acatalog/Raidmax_Sagitta_Gaming_Case.html (2nd down)

they are alot cheaper, and they have a 500w (580w in one of them) and they look pretty damn cool. i know the psu probably isnt as good as a seasonic one, but for the price difference, it would be nice.

but do they need to be conroe supported?

Ruu_Old

I'd go for the Coolermaster. I have heard that Raidmax psus aren't the most reliable. I don't think it depends on the CPU if it fits in the case, it depends on the motherboard fitting the case. Someone correct me.

PogMoThoin

You need an ATX case to suit mobo for conroe. Personal choice really. Google whatever case you're thinkin bout for reviews (Toms hardware & Anandtech reviews). Look for good airflow and plenty of space. I got Thermaltake Armour, its huge.
http://www.thermaltake.com/xaserCase/armor/va8000bws/va8000bws.htm
Coolermaster is good 2 but read of complaints connecting up cables because of its design.
Don't go for any with psu's cos these psu's are usually crap

AnCapaillMor

The only thing i can think of with a case not suiting a dual core is if the case had a psu and that was not compatible. I'd gor the coolermaster, altho the reviewer did'nt like it. Get a decent psu with the case.

Creamy Goodness

coolermaster case is far the best, better build quality, better looks...

the other two are ****e looking tbh and their psu's don't look too good.

DON'T SKIMP ON PSU QUALITY, BUY A GOOD ONE AND YOU WON'T HAVE PROBLEMS!

also i've never heard that some cases are incompatible with dual core processors sounds daft to be honest.