Welcome to {marca_origen}, in this buying guide we will discover the best mini-ITX houses to buy, sorted by different price ranges for the month of March
In the last buying guide we covered the most common case format among us gamers, namely the classic ATX format. In this guide, the second of three, our focus will be concentrated on a case format that in recent years is finding more and more "space" in the desks of PC gamers and beyond. We are talking about the houses Mini-ITX.
Why choose this format? | Best mini-ITX houses to buy
The most common answer could be that of lack of space, but sometimes the user who chooses this type of configuration has very specific needs, even aesthetic ones. In recent years, the manufacturers of houses have welcomed the needs of this slice of the market and have created real masterpieces, where it is even possible to install a custom loop while maintaining the compact dimensions. Sometimes this configuration is chosen purely for a fact aesthetic, because some users may be bothered by the “empty” and “unused” space inside the case. By adopting a mini-ITX solution this does not happen, the components are almost in close contact with each other. The difference between one case and another is the ability of the same to organize the components in such a way as to allow correct air flow despite the confined space.
Excluding the design as an absolutely personal parameter, we have to evaluate the quality in terms of materials e dissipation. The case has a passive, but at the same time active, role in providing the right directional channel to those in charge of dissipation (the fans). A good case certainly allows for good air flow. Thanks to numerous ventilation grids placed strategically, and above all, protected by dust filters to limit damage to our PC and facilitate cleaning itself. Finally, we can consider the quality of the materials as a key point for the choice of the same, and the possibilities in terms of interior modifications.
To conclude, we have one of the most important elements to evaluate, which is the wiring. A good case also allows for good cable management, although with this format it is more difficult to be able to hide the cables for a clean result. But we will see in detail what the market offers by price range.
Low end | Best mini-ITX houses to buy
Obviously if you choose houses in this price range (50 to 100 euros), we are aware of renounce to the quality of materials, air flow, RGB fans and anything else in favor of the price.
Cooler Master MasterBox Lite 3.1
This case offers those who want to enter the world of mini-ITX houses an economic solution that for reasons related to the price has some gaps, even serious ones. first of all, the air flow is not ventilated at all and if you are unable to create a good air flow you risk having a small oven. It does not have a separate room for the power supply and the aesthetics suffers a lot. In conclusion, this case is good for entry level components that are not very hot under stress and aesthetics must be renounced.
Cooler Master MasterBox Lite 3.1 TG PC Case 'Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX, USB 3.0, Tempered Glass Side Panel' MCW-L3S3-KGNN-00 - Dark Mirror front panel
Cooler Master MasterCase H100 ARGB
This Cooler Master has the advantage of having a single front-mounted 200mm RGB fan which, thanks to its size, allows air to enter from the front and exit from the rear of the case. Here the space is really reduced to a minimum and you have to be good with cable management.
H100 ARGB PC case - MCM-H100-CAN-S01
MetallicGear Neo-G V2
Case made interesting by the peculiarity of the front panel, a good quality of materials and a lot of space for SSDs. The only flaw is the presence of a single RGB fan that forces us to buy others.
MTALLICGAR MetallicGear Neo-G V2 Mini-ITX, compact frame, sandblasted aluminum, tempered glass panel - Compact design, modern design with front and side tempered glass panels
Medium-low range | Best mini-ITX houses to buy
Nzxt H210
the minimal design that has always distinguished NZXT, we also find it in a mini-ITX format with this H210. Surely the American company leaves nothing to chance. In fact, for a minimal design, NZXT has removed all the superfluous, the RGB. There is not a single light inside the case, which you may like or not, the choice is yours.
Nzxt H210 - Mini-Itx PC Gaming Case - Front I / O USB Type C Port - Tempered Glass Side Panel - Liquid Cooling Compatible - Radiator Bracket, White / Black - NEW FEATURES: Front USB Type-C i / o port and tempered glass side panel with single screw installation
Cooler Master MasterBox NR200
New born in Cooler Master. Very small houses that will delight its owners. Remember that the case is compatible with SFX and SFXL PSU formats. To use an ATX power supply you can download a file from the official website to create a support with the 3D printer.
