If you’re planning on getting your hands on the long-awaited NVIDIA RTX 40 Series graphics cards, it is paramount to ensure your PC case will accommodate your chosen hardware. If your case isn’t compatible, then you won’t be able to utilise the outstanding Ada Lovelace architecture, next-generation Ray Tracing and Tensor cores that the 40 Series offers.
However, here at Overclockers UK, we’ve put together this comprehensive guide identifying some of the best PC cases that are compatible with the NVIDIA RTX 40 Series.
NVIDIA RTX 40 Series
The NVIDIA RTX 40 Series boasts exceptional powerful and cutting-edge technology to power all your favourite AAA titles.
Powered by Ada Lovelace, the 3rd generation of RTX architecture, these graphics cards have been expertly crafted using a custom TSMC 4N process. Designed to deliver you 76 billion transistors, a whooping 48 million increase compared to the previous generation. Take advantage of this increase and enjoy a smooth, ultra-fast performance in both gaming and content creation.
What’s more, each card in the 40 Series comes armed with cutting-edge Ray Tracing and Tensor cores. As the third generation of RT cores, these have twice the ray-triangle throughput, resulting in incredible, hyper-realistic lighting and shadows for an immersive gaming experience. Whilst, the fourth generation of Tensor cores has been created to enhance NVIDIA’s built-in AI technology, such as DLSS.
Each card in the RTX 40 Series also comes equipped with a plethora of features designed to boost your performance. This includes Shader Execution Reordering (SER), NVIDIA Encoders (NVENC), and DLSS 3.0.
For a more in-depth look at the NVIDIA RTX 40 Series, including a breakdown of the Series specifications, check out our dedicated blog post!
Graphics Card System Requirements
The RTX 40 Series requires a PCIe 4.0 lane, along with up to three or four expansion slots. The Founders edition 4080 and 4080 both measure up to 340mm x 137mm. However, this can vary between manufacturers and it’s crucial you check the specification list of both your case and the GPU.
Furthermore, the increase in power and performance comes with a high TDP. The RTX 40 Series has a Thermal Design Power of up to 450W. This means the majority of the 40 Series graphics cards will feature a large integrated heatsink and cooler to accommodate the increased thermal demands, resulting in the optimum temperature being maintained.
To ensure you can take full advantage of your NVIDIA RTX 40 Series card, your PC case must have enough GPU clearance and efficient cooling.
What Cases are Compatible with the NVIDIA RTX 40 Series?
We’ve included our top five PC cases that are compatible with the RTX 40 Series. Each of our top picks has a large enough GPU clearance, exceptional cooling, and stylish aesthetics to suit any powerful gaming or streaming set-up.
Whilst we think our top recs are AAA worthy, these cases might not perfectly match your chosen aesthetic or needs. Don’t worry, you can browse the other compatible RTX 40 Series PC cases by clicking the button.
Kolink Observatory Y ARGB Mid Tower Case
This mid-tower chassis boasts a GPU clearance of up to 380mm, along with plenty of space for a comprehensive thermal system. The Kolink Observatory Y Case can support motherboards up to E-ATX, along with holding a number of fans or radiators ranging from 240 to 360mm. Your NVIDIA RTX 40 Series card will be kept cool and quiet thanks to the included side ventilation, designed to enhance airflow.
What’s more, if you want to add an additional dramatic flair to your battle station, with a separate Kolink Vertical GPU Kit, you can vertically mount your NVIDIA RTX 40 Series card. This ensures you can display your GPU with pride thanks to the tempered glass side panel.
- Mid Tower PC case
- Supports up to E-ATX motherboards
- GPU clearance of up to 380mm
- Supports vertical GPU mounting
- Hinged tempered glass side panel
- Includes four pre-installed Kolink Umbra PWM 120mm fans
Phanteks Enthoo 719 Full Tower Case
The Phanteks Enthoo 719 Case can support motherboards up to E-ATX and has a GPU clearance of up to 503mm, plenty for housing your brand-new NVIDIA RTX 40 GPU. To ensure your GPU always performs at optimum temperature, this full tower case has been expertly designed for custom water cooling. This case even comes with support for up to a 480mm radiator along with 15 x 120mm fans.
The Phanteks Enthoo 719 can support up to two vertical triple-slot PCIe slots and includes a vertical GPU mounting bracket. Don’t forget, you will need a compatible riser cable, which is sold separately.
- Full tower PC case
- Can house dual systems
- Supports up to E-ATX motherboards
- GPU clearance of up to 503mm
- Supports vertical GPU mounting
- Tempered glass side panels
- RGB light strip
- Gunmetal grey design
Corsair iCUE 7000X RGB Full Tower Case
With a GPU clearance of up to 450mm, the Corsair iCUE 7000X Case has been constructed from durable steel and features three tempered glass panels. This full tower chassis can support up to E-ATX motherboards. For outstanding cooling, the Corsair 7000X can hold up to three 360mm radiators simultaneously, along with four140mm fans! Included with this case also is a Corsair iCUE Commander Core XT, which allows you to effortless customise and configure the RGB lighting for a unified lightshow.
- Full tower PC case
- Supports up to E-ATX motherboards
- GPU clearance of up to 450mm
- Three tempered glass side panels
- Includes an Corsair iCUE Commander Core XT
Phanteks NV7 D-RGB White Full Tower PC Case
Just as the name suggests, the Phanteks NV7 D-RGB PC Case comes armed with excellent airflow to keep all your important hardware cool. There is plenty of space for radiators of up to 360mm in length, along with up to twelve fans! Thanks to the tempered front and side glass panels you can display all your powerful gaming hardware with pride. Capable of supporting up to E-ATX motherboards, along with a GPU clearance of up to 450mm, this chassis has everything you need for the brand-new NVIDIA RTX 40 Series.
- Full tower PC case
- Supports up to E-ATX motherboards
- GPU clearance of up to 450mm
- Tempered glass side and front panels
Kolink Unity Code X Mid Tower Case
Build your dream gaming showcase with the Kolink Unity Code X Case. In this chassis, you can install up to 10 fans and even three 360mm radiators for optimum cooling and efficient airflow. The Kolink Unity Code X has a GPU clearance of up to 400mm, perfect for the NVIDIA RTX 40 Series. What’s more, thanks to the included Vertical GPU bracket, you can choose to install your GPU either horizontally or vertically. A compatible riser cable is needed, which is sold separately.
Whatever configuration you decide, all of your hardware will be illuminated thanks to the included aRGB lighting which you can customise and configure for a synchronised light show.
- Mid tower PC case
- Supports up to ATX motherboards
- GPU clearance of up to 400mm
- Compatible with vertical GPU mounting
- Stylish RGB lighting
- Tempered glass side panels
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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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