Is your PC case not living up to your cooling expectations? Need a little more oomph to ensure your components are staying cool, quiet, and performing at their best? If so – this is the blog post for you.
Our ‘Best PC Cases For’ series takes you on a guided tour throughout the wonderful world of PC cases, designed to help you find the right chassis for your set-up.
In this blog post, we’re showcasing some of our best PC cases for air cooling, ideal for those who want extra thermal performance but without the hassle of water-cooling.
Corsair iCUE 4000D Airflow Mid Tower Black PC Case
The Corsair 4000D Mid Tower PC Case has been crafted with airflow and outstanding cooling in mind straight out of the box. The spacious interior boasts support for up to E-ATX motherboards, a GPU clearance of 360mm, and 8 x 120mm fans or 4 x 140mm fans, along with multiple radiators of different sizes. As standard this case features 3 x Corsair AF120 fans, optimised with Corsair AirGuide technology which intelligently increases static pressure and airflow to facilitate better thermal performance. Plus, the steel front panel has been crafted to deliver a consistent and steady flow of natural air throughout your chassis to regulate any excess temperatures. Finally, the tempered glass panel means you can display all your hardware and aesthetics with pride.
- Black mid tower
- Supports up to E-ATX motherboards (305mm x 277mm)
- GPU clearance of up to 360mm
- 3 x Corsair AF120 RGB Elite fans included
- Steel front panel for optimum airflow
Phanteks Eclipse G360A White Mid Tower PC Case
Effortlessly stylish yet powerful, the Phanteks Eclipse G360A PC Case has been expertly crafted to meet the cooling demands of your high-end gaming hardware. There is ample room within this case for all your components. This includes E-ATX motherboards up to 280mm wide, GPUs of up to 400mm long (hello RTX 50 Series), and extensive support for multiple cooling configurations such as 7 x 120mm fans or 4 x 140mm fans. To ensure all your hardware stays cool and quiet, the Phanteks Eclipse G360A features ultra-fine mesh panels to facilitate incredible airflow and dust filtration. With this, you can game with confidence that your components are receiving plenty of natural air along with protection against unwanted dust particles, helping to extend their lifespan.
What’s more, the customisable RGB and dedicated controller makes configuring this case easy, allowing you to add your own personal touch and ensure this chassis perfectly matches your desired aesthetic.
- White mid tower
- Supports up to E-ATX motherboards that are 280mm wide
- Ultra-fine mesh panels
- GPU clearance of up to 400mm
- Support for up to seven 120mm or four 140mm fans
Kolink Unity Meshbay Black Mid Tower PC Case
Balance aesthetic with airflow courtesy of the Kolink Unity Meshbay PC Case. The blend of high-quality mesh panels and pre-installed PWM 120mm fans ensure your components will always have a consistent flow of natural air to facilitate outstanding thermal performance. You can configure the speeds to further suit your individual requirements thanks to the included fan controller. What’s more, with the Kolink Unity Meshbay, you won’t need to compromise on hardware with plenty of space to accommodate high-end components such as E-ATX motherboards and graphics cards up to 400mm long.
- Black mid tower
- Compatible with up to ATX motherboards and GPUs up to 400mm long
- Comes with four pre-installed Kolink Umbra S PWM 120mm fans
- Includes a dedicated fan controller
- Mesh panels for outstanding airflow
APNX Creator C1 Chromaflair Mid Tower PC Case
Elevate your set-up with the APNX Creator C1 Mid Tower PC Case. This PC chassis sports ample room for all your high-end components while the sleek modern exterior with its curved edges is sure to blend into any aesthetic. The APNX Creator C1 can accommodate up to ATX motherboards, GPUs of up to 395mm, and multiple cooling configurations. You can install all your hardware with ease thanks to the snap-on-pin panelling. For cooling, the C1 can support up to eleven fans with four APNX FP1 fans pre-installed as standard. The blend of FP1 fans has been optimised for high-performance cooling with adjustable speeds ranging between 500 to 1600RPM, along with a whisper-quiet noise level of only 33.2dBA.
- Mid tower PC case
- Compatible with ATX motherboards
- GPU clearance of up to 395mm
- Support for up to eleven fans with four APNX FP1 fans pre-installed
Montech Air 903 Max White Mid Tower PC Case
The Montech Air 903 Max PC Case is the perfect choice for those looking to level up their thermal performance. Designed with outstanding cooling in mind, this mid tower PC case has been optimised for both air- and water-cooling featuring support for 9 x 120mm fans or 6 x 140mm fans along with extensive radiator compatibility. All of this works in sync with the innovative mesh front panel to expel and dissipate any excess heat along with ensuring a natural flow of air runs throughout the chassis.
- White mid tower PC case
- Optimised for both air and water cooling
- Supports up to E-ATX motherboards and GPUs up to 400mm long
- Mesh front panel
- 4 x 140mm HP140 PWM fans included as standard
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Ruth Rowley
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Ruth has been with Overclockers UK for over a year and has gone on to write about everything ranging from in-depth hardware guides to monthly game releases.
Outside of writing blog posts, she can be found wrapped in a blanket with her black cat, engrossed in a book or playing life-simulation games such as The Sims, Stardew Valley, and Animal Crossing.
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