Reddit reviews BitFenix Mini-ITX Tower Case Without Power Supply, Midnight Black BFC-PRO-300-KKXSK-RP
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Case Type: Mini-ITX Tower, Side Windows: NoMaterial: Steel, PlasticM/B Type: Mini-ITXExternal: 1x 5.25 Inches, Internal: 5x 3.5 Inches (3+2 modular), 9x 2.5 InchesExpansion Slots: 2x PCI SlotsFront I/O Panel: 2x USB 3.0 Ports, HD AudioFan: 5, 120mm
Looks fine to me, I love that monitor. Keep in mind that you wont be able to Crossfire with a miniatx.
also, check out this case instead, I've seen better reviews and it's cheaper. http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B008RJQ0LE/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&condition=new (60$ if on Amazon Prime)
Edit: formatting
You can still pretty it up on alien blue just need to use [Square Brackets on the text you want] and (parentheses on the link). Done with Alien Blue
Also if you don't mind waiting the Prodigy M (not currently sold) will fit both a micro atx and mini atx mobo, where as the former is only mini atx.
You could go for a BitFenix prodigy they do a variety of colours and I've heard nothing but good things.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008RJQ0LE/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1373874130&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX112_SY192
link for reference, using alien blue so I can't neaten it up.
As a whole or individual
ASRock Z270M-ITX
Intel i3-7100
SeaSonic 430W 80+ Bronze
BitFenix Prodigy Mini-ITX
It's not a great sale. I'll post any deals here.
EDIT: I'm done for now. I think my post got removed?
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http://www.amazon.com/BitFenix-Mini-ITX-Without-Midnight-BFC-PRO-300-KKXSK-RP/dp/B008RJQ0LE I really like this one a lot,only down side is it's a little cramped..
https://www.amazon.com/BitFenix-Mini-ITX-Without-Supply-BFC-PRO-300-WWXKW-RP/dp/B008RJQ0LE/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1497230853&sr=8-4&keywords=bitfenix%2Bcase&th=1
I have this I have seen people get the white one, put a cool paint job on it and get the black cover because it is a grill. Then put some led fans and some led stips underneath (looks like neon on a car) and it looks really cool.
Plus it is a great case!
I've used this case before...don't recall the powersupply I used though. Pretty cool looking, lots of space, screwless drive install.
http://www.amazon.com/BitFenix-Mini-ITX-Without-Midnight-BFC-PRO-300-KKXSK-RP/dp/B008RJQ0LE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1396537905&sr=8-1&keywords=mini+itx+phoenix
The BitFenix Prodigy gives you handles to grab on to and a lot of people get it for its portability.
Edit: Here's one a little cheaper with a window.
Oh, well the only BitFenix HTPC's I see are miniATX
http://www.amazon.com/BitFenix-Mini-ITX-Without-Midnight-BFC-PRO-300-KKXSK-RP/dp/B008RJQ0LE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1383137137&sr=8-1&keywords=BitFenix
and miniATX or microATX
http://www.bitfenix.com/global/en/news/show/87,bitfenix-introduces-phenom/
correct me if I'm wrong.
Personally, I hate Newegg. Try Amazon, at least for the case if you have your heart set on this setup. Try returning something to Newegg and see what they charge in restocking fees.
BitFenix Mini-ITX Tower Case Without Power Supply, Midnight Black
Install a 64GB SSD for the OS and a 2TB HDD for data. Why use 2 1TB drives?
I can't help but keep looking at the Intel NUC. For that budget, I would rather have a i5 NUC and slam an extra HDD in your workstation and stream over the network.
I'm also a fan of Shuttle PC. Cut out the huge PSU, it has no place in the HTPC market. Any ITX case should have a small form PSU pre-installed.
Shuttle DS61 V1.1 LGA1155 Intel H61
or
SHUTTLE SH67H3
and
Intel Core i3-3220T
Use low power CPUs to keep the heat to a minimum.
My $0.02
I just built this:
Parts:
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for nearly the exact same purpose and it's incredible. So if you plan on overclocking get the i7-6700k. Otherwise get the i7-6700.
I have the Prodigy. Tiny case but the power supply airflow is isolated which is nice and ive removed all drive bays and simply used the SSD door bays.
It's doable. Just depends on the case. I've seen it done serval times in this case. go to pcpartpicker and browse some builds.
What about the Bitfenix Prodigy? You'll have to remove some drive bays but it will fit your build.
http://www.amazon.com/BitFenix-Mini-ITX-Without-Midnight-BFC-PRO-300-KKXSK-RP/dp/B008RJQ0LE
Hell you could do a NUC-class computer (like NUC, BRIX, ZBOX, etc.). That sounds like it might be enough for you and they're pretty tiny.
You could also get a small, easy to carry mITX case like the BitFenix Prodigy.
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or sign up for a free trial of Newegg Premier for free 2 day shipping
Maybe take the GPU out of the other pc and put it in the new one for college. You can save a few hundred bucks and put the money toward other components. Another thing I would do is get an mitx case because they are smaller and easier to transport. Then again, you could just take your other pc - I wouldn't worry about theft as long as you keep it in your dorm. Maybe get a case with a handle on top and use a bike lock to chain it to your desk for extra insurance. It's a little ghetto but it would probably work just fine.
EDIT: here's a nice case with handles
I have both, and a laptop is nice if you are constantly going over a friend's house to play games or you just have to move it a lot. For my specific situation, I used to move my entire rig -PC, monitor, keyboard, everything- every Friday. That shit was really annoying.
That being said, moving an entire PC around isn't that hard, I had mine packed up in maybe 5 mins and set back up in 10. If you want the power of a PC and want to be mobile, get the case I got. http://www.amazon.com/BitFenix-Mini-ITX-Without-Midnight-BFC-PRO-300-KKXSK-RP/dp/B008RJQ0LE/ref=sr_1_15?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1416180516&sr=1-15&keywords=mini+itx+case
Them handles are glorious.
Also if you've done any research so far, you'll know that laptops are WAY more expensive that a desktop (if you're building it yourself.)
I'd say if you have the money, but a laptop with a 860M or higher. I have a 850M and it works fine for now, but not long. Only get a laptop if you're willing to go big. If you plan on staying in the same spot for most of the time, get a PC with the Mini ITX case.
If you haven't already considered a bitfenix prodigy i would look into one. It looks nice, is portable and is relatively small http://www.amazon.com/BitFenix-Mini-ITX-Without-Midnight-BFC-PRO-300-KKXSK-RP/dp/B008RJQ0LE
In terms of cases that are wider than they are tall, look good in a home theatre, but can also equip components fit for gaming the pickings are a bit slim. A lot of HTPC cases are designed for pretty low intensity components because they usually are built just for streaming. If you want to game on it, you probably have to make some compromises, but I am not entirely in the loop with all HTPC cases. Options I can think of are:
The Sugo SG08 comes pretty close to fitting the bill. It is the larger brother of the SG05 and just a tiny tad smaller than the Node 304. It has a very clean, minimalistic look. It has a disc drive slot and ships with a custom small form factor PSU of 600W. It will take an ITX board and otherwise most standard components. Lots of high end gaming builds around, just google your parts to see that everything fits. Quite expensive.
I think its this
http://www.amazon.com/BitFenix-Mini-ITX-Without-Midnight-BFC-PRO-300-KKXSK-RP/dp/B008RJQ0LE
Bitfenix Prodigy
The Bitfenix Prodigy is an old but reliable case that's very small. If you want something newer and more slick, I'd get the Phanteks Enthoo Evolv ITX. It's an easy case build in for an ITX and it looks great. This is the smallest case I've ever seen. It doesn't accommodate a GPU though.
ok so i will start off with the case as that is most important. i will igve you a few options
as for the build
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks
Type|Item|Price
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CPU | Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor | $189.99 @ Microcenter
CPU Cooler | Corsair H60 74.4 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler | $62.13 @ TigerDirect
Motherboard | MSI Z77IA-E53 Mini ITX LGA1155 Motherboard | $119.99 @ SuperBiiz
Memory | Patriot Viper 3 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory | $119.99 @ Newegg
Storage | Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $84.98 @ Outlet PC
Video Card | Asus GeForce GTX 780 3GB Video Card | $659.99 @ NCIX US
Case | BitFenix Prodigy (Black) Mini ITX Tower Case | $59.99 @ Microcenter
Power Supply | SeaSonic G 550W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply | $79.99 @ Amazon
Operating System | Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) | $89.94 @ Outlet PC
| | Total
| Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available. | $1466.99
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-06-05 18:58 EDT-0400 |
OK so whats in here.
3570k: what why? well it runs cooler will OC higher(with the h60) and is more than enough for gaming
H60: because a big bulky cpu cooler looks dumb and i dont know how well it would fair in a system always getting moved around. i never trusted strapping one of those things onto a MOBO. h60 block is low profile and secure.
MOBO: its a z77 have a nice day
Memory: 16GB because people think ,more memory is more better, so when you tell people about your computer they will be impressed. 8GB is good enough though
storage: you didn't say a use case. but if your going on the rigs you may want to load up some movies or tvshows 1tb is lots but again its easy to add more. also boot SSD because its cool
GPU: 780. reference blower design is good for small form factor cases and the 780 is the best card for gaming right now
case: is up to you but i think the prodogy looks nice
PSU: 80plus gold= good, seasonic = good, modular = good
OS: again up to you. i dont like 8.
budget in another $150 for the monitor, $100 for key bored and mouse.
provide feedback or more information for your use case and i will make a better build