Need recommendation on m-atx casing

[jimmyacid]

Hi guys,

I need some help for recommendations on the smallest possible m-atx casing with a clean look.

Currently I am using Fractal Design Define Mini and loving it but it's taking up too much space, that's why I need a casing occupying lesser footprint.

my build:
CPU & Mobo: i5-3470 & Asrock B75 Pro 3M
Ram: G.Skill 1600 mhz value ram 2x8GB
ODD: LG 24x DVD-RW
GPU: ECS GT670 2GB DDR5
PSU: Seasonic X-series 650W
HDD: Plextor M5P 256GB x1, Hitachi 3TB x3
Sound Card: Auzentech Prelude 7.1
Case: Fractal Design Define Mini(currently)
CPU Cooler: Xigmatek gaia
Fans: Gentle typhoon x3

Thanks in advance

 

[watzup_ken]

I think the smallest you can find is from Silverstone, for a MATX setup. But do note, smaller footprint may mean that you have to forego tall tower type heatsink. I am using a Lian Li V354 previously, and due to the small size, the PSU will get into the way of any tall heatsink. The Define Mini is a fine case, and not too big to be honest.

Link to the Silverstone chassis below,

SilverStone Technology Co., Ltd.- SG09

 

[jimmyacid]

Thanks for the reply & reco. =)
the SG09 looks nice & small, not sure if it's able to fit in my configuration.
case spec mention the fan cooler can go up to 165mm and gaia spec mention 159mm, not sure with the width will it be clearance from the PSU.
I have emailed silverstone to confirm if it can fit my config. hehe

edit: sadly the more I look at it the more I don't like the look lol. I might go for the new SG10 or maybe the good old tj08e.
is there any other similar or smaller case?
Thanks again

any other recos?

 

[watzup_ken]

The front don't look too good, but I think the airflow in this case should be very good for its size. As mentioned, a small case may not fit in the tower heat sink of yours.

 

[jimmyacid]

just checked with silverstone, the case should not have any problem with my gaia. as compare the silverstone HE02 is about 3 times the size and fits in the case. =) Thanks for the reco

 

[jimmyacid]

anyone knows where to get this SG09?