Reddit mentions of Phanteks Pro M Series (PH-ES515PTG_BK) Tempered Glass ATX Mid Tower Case, Black

Surprised they also didn't mention the Phanteks Enthoo Pro M TG as an alternative to the Enthoo Evolv TG. It doesn't have glass on both sides (a pro as far as I'm concerned), no RGB and it has a slightly different design that likely contributes to better airflow in the Pro (I own the Pro M but think the Evolv looks slightly better). It's also about $100 cheaper, roughly half the price.

I realize they can't realistically add every case, but this seems like a perfect addition since their con for the Evolv is price.

I like your build! You getting red, blue, or white led? I just got the white. With your build the gsync predator version xb271 would be awesome. Also I'm not a giant fan of that case, I think this pro m with glass window is great for the price. Phanteks Enthoo Pro M PH-ES515PTG_BK, Tempered Glass Window, Brushed Black Steel/Plastic Mid Tower ATX Chassis

A case with 5.25" bay:

https://www.amazon.com/Phanteks-Tempered-Glass-Black-PH-ES515PTG_BK/dp/B01LRVHH6K/

Add one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/Kingwin-Include-Charging-Transfer-Computer/dp/B01AJTOLRY/

https://www.amazon.com/Semoic-5-25inch-CD-ROM-Computer-19-pin/dp/B07MV5GKPF/

Add this if the motherboard don't have enough USB3 header.

https://www.amazon.com/PCI-Ports-Header-Express-Dual/dp/B07GSQR6D4/

people on the sub really like the fractal design meshify c which is less than $100, and I'm pretty partial to phanteks cases, such as the eclipse p400s or pro m. NZXT's also got a new compact ATX case that goes for $100, i think it's the H500i? But all of these cases have differing aesthetics so it is really down to how much you like the look of the case since you'll be looking at it, yknow, a lot. cooler master H500p is a beautiful case so go for it.

Most mid towers can't fit a 240 rad on top. If it can't fit on the Pure base it probably won't fit those other two cases.


You would want a case like the Phanteks Enthoo Pro M https://www.amazon.es/dp/B01LRVHH6K/?tag=pcp02-21

Sim Racing Hardware:

• Fanatec DD1 Wheel Base $999.95: https://www.fanatec.com/us-en/wheel-bases/podium-wheel-base-dd1-usa.html
  
• Fanatec ClubSport Steering Wheel BMW GT2 $299.95: https://www.fanatec.com/us-en/steering-wheels/clubsport-steering-wheel-bmw-m3-gt2-us.html
  
• Fanatec ClubSport Shifter SQ V 1.5 $199.95: https://www.fanatec.com/us-en/shifters/clubsport-shifter-sq-us.html
  
• Fanatec ClubSport Handbrake V1.5 (Since you're interested in dirt/rally racing) $119.95: https://www.fanatec.com/us-en/sim-racing-hardware/clubsport-handbrake-v1-5.html
  
• Heusinkveld Sim Pedals Pro: https://heusinkveld.com/products/sim-pedals/sim-pedals-pro/?v=7516fd43adaa
  
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  Sim Racing Rig:
  
  (both are 80/20-based and 4 Play Racing is the best deal for Americans):
  
  
• 4 Play Racing HD rig: https://www.ebay.com/itm/4-PLAY-RACING-RACE-HD-Platform-Rig-Simulator-Cockpit-for-OSW-Open-Sim-Wheel/332849054973?hash=item4d7f5984fd:g:MDEAAOSwwPFZyo7n (aluminum) or https://www.ebay.com/itm/4PLAY-RACING-RACE-HD-Platform-BLACK-Rig-Simulator-Cockpit-for-OSW-Open-Sim-Wheel/332848075954?hash=item4d7f4a94b2:g:MDEAAOSwwPFZyo7n (black)
  
• 4 Play Racing triple monitor stand: https://www.ebay.com/itm/4-PLAY-RACING-Triple-Monitor-Stand/332855460882?hash=item4d7fbb4412:g:WzQAAOSwAL9UjoM2 (aluminum) or https://www.ebay.com/itm/4-PLAY-RACING-Triple-Monitor-Stand-BLACK-Anodized/332848083750?hash=item4d7f4ab326:g:WzQAAOSwAL9UjoM2 (black)
  
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  PC:
  
  (some of these prices may have changed)
  
  
• Case Phanteks Enthoo Pro M $98.49: https://www.amazon.com/Phanteks-PH-ES515PTG_BK-Tempered-Brushed-Plastic/dp/B01LRVHH6K/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1527118419&sr=8-4&keywords=phanteks+enthoo+pro
  
• Motherboard ASRock Z270 Extreme 4 LGA 1151 $154.99: https://www.amazon.com/ASRock-Z270-EXTREME4-CrossFireX-Motherboard/dp/B01NBEX0EK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1527118509&sr=8-1&keywords=asrock+z270+extreme4
  
• CPU (Central Processing Unit) Intel Core i7-7700K $299.99: https://www.amazon.com/Intel-Desktop-Processor-i7-7700K-BX80677I77700K/dp/B01MXSI216/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1527118533&sr=1-1&keywords=7700k
  
• PSU (Power Supply Unit) EVGA SuperNova 850 G2 $119.99: https://www.amazon.com/EVGA-SuperNOVA-Modular-Warranty-220-G2-0850-XR/dp/B00IKDETOC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1527118566&sr=8-1&keywords=evga+850+g2
  
• Video card / GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) Nvidia GTX 1080 Ti ~$700. Whatever model is in stock (ASUS, Gigabyte, EVGA, MSI are all good). Try to get one with 3 DisplayPort outputs + 1 HDMI output (instead of 2 DisplayPort outputs + 2 HDMI outputs): https://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&IsNodeId=1&N=100007709%20601294835%20601295933
  
• Memory Kingston HyperX FURY Black 8GB Kit (2x4GB) 2133MHz DDR4 Non-ECC CL14 DIMM Desktop Memory (HX421C14FBK2/8): https://www.amazon.com/Kingston-HyperX-2133MHz-Non-ECC-HX421C14FBK2/dp/B00TY6A1P0/ref=sr_1_4?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1540805440&sr=1-4&keywords=8gb+ddr4
  
• SSD (Solid State Drive) Samsung 860 EVO 2.5" 500GB 129.99: https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-500GB-Internal-MZ-76E500B-AM/dp/B0781Z7Y3S/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1527118286&sr=8-2&keywords=samsung+850+500gb
  
• Monitors 3x Asus VG278Q 144hz @ $289.00/each: https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236821
  
• Speakers Logitech Z506 75 watts 5.1 $74.99: https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16836121044
  
• Wireless Keyboard/Mouse Logitech K830 Wireless Illuminated $49.99: https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Illuminated-Living-Room-Keyboard-Touchpad/dp/B00ZOPVSKW/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1527119030&sr=1-1&keywords=k830
  
• USB Wifi adapter ANEWKODI 600Mbps Dual Band (2.4G/150Mbps+5G/433Mbps) Wireless USB Wifi Adapter $16.99: https://www.amazon.com/ANEWKODI-600Mbps-150Mbps-433Mbps-Wireless/dp/B01G8IPLD8/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1527121846&sr=1-3&keywords=usb+wifi+adapter
  
  ​
  
  Sims (all below support triple monitors and VR headsets):
  
  
• iRacing ($50 for first year with promo code + any cars/tracks you license)
  
• Dirt Rally (can be found on sale for ~$15)
  
• Assetto Corsa Ultimate Edition (can be found on sale for ~$25)
  
• Project Cars 2 (can be found on sale for ~$25)
  
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  Not listed:
  
  
• Windows 10 operating system (you may already have a license)
  
• Seat (I personally think that car seats are much more comfortable and appropriate for sim racing over "racing" seats)
  
• Anything I forgot?

dis? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LRVHH6K/?tag=pcpapi-20

• $135 Phanteks Enthoo Pro M, very clean although no vertical mount, maybe Fractal Design R6 TG https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01LRVHH6K
  
• $42 Braided Extension, cheap, only has the necessary cables https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01G7VSFEI
  
• $22 Corsair SP120 RGB, cheap https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01LHYI374

Phanteks Pro M Tempered Glass Case, Black, PH-ES515PTG_BK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LRVHH6K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_BIDtDb0P8YY1R

Nice! Gah both the mesh cases from fractal are 1to 2 weeks out on Amazon, how do you feel about this one?


https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LRVHH6K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_4JFdBbRMJ4T4H

https://www.amazon.com/Phanteks-PH-ES515PTG-BK-Tempered-Brushed-Plastic/dp/B01LRVHH6K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1502029055&sr=8-1&keywords=phanteks+enthoo+pro+m+tempered+glass

Acrylic is cheaper, but far shittier. Unlike the Rosewill case, the only tempered glass on this case is the one shown side.

Here you go. Phanteks Pro M Tempered Glass Case, Black, PH-ES515PTG_BK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LRVHH6K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_renUCbQ93N384

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/mTCrxr/cooler-master-case-mcy005pkwn00

or

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LRVHH6K/?tag=pcpapi-20

Those would be my picks here. Both have a 5.25in slot for a fan controller, and both can be fitted with tempered glass. The CM model is modular, so you can fit it out more to your liking. Would cost more to fit with glass, since you'd have to order it from them. The Phanteks Pro M TG model is VERY nice though. I guess this all boils down to how much cash you want to spend.

I am either going to get this Tempered Glass case or this Acrylic case and they both seem plenty big enough for that card, but I will make sure.

I stan Phanteks cases something fierce. I've built in the P350 and P400 multiple times for friends and they're great cases for their price range.

If you're adding 4 fans to it though, I might recommend going to the Enthoo Pro M. It's a bit more expensive, but has a larger interior that makes having several fans a lot easier to work with. It also has a rack of sorts for a radiator, although you can just put fans on it. Slides in and out, really dope. I have the smaller window version rather than the full tempered one like my link that was less expensive but I haven't been able to find that one for ages now. I think they may have discontinued it. If you can find it somehow, it'll probably be about $10 more than the P350X (if the prices are similar to when I purchased) and it's just a smidge better internally.

However, if you want that RGB, then you go with that RGB big dog.

https://www.amazon.com/Phanteks-Tempered-Glass-Black-PH-ES515PTG_BK/dp/B01LRVHH6K/?creativeASIN=B01LRVHH6K&linkCode=w61&imprToken=7jxWcgYt00m5YSQLt-Pvaw&slotNum=16&tag=akshatblog198-20

Is that the Phanteks Enthoo Pro M, which is mentioned below?

Link

1. You could consider an air cooler like the NH-D14 or NH-D15 which has the same or better cooling capabilities as the h100i, but is cheaper and much quieter.
   
   
2. That case is nice, but a tad expensive. You could look at the Fractal Design Define R5 or the Phanteks Enthoo Pro M
   
   
3. You should spend an extra 10$ and get the EVGA 650W G2 Gold Certified Fully Modular PSU. Your build doesn't need more watts than 650. Also with fully modular PSU, it will help a lot during cable management.
   
   
4. The MSI GTX 1080 Gaming X is cheaper and runs cooler.

Perhaps the Phanteks Enthoo Pro M?

Another contender might be the Thermaltake Suppressor F31, it seems to open up on the front like a door to reveal the 5.25" bay.

Don't know your budget but the Enthoo Pro M is a beauty.

Phanteks Pro M Tempered Glass.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LRVHH6K/?tag=pcpapi-20

Thank you!



Coming from a world of laptops and Macs I have a followup, though: How big of a case would I need? Would something like this one be enough or do I need a big tower?

Thanks any idea what the difference is between:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B019GAWWP0/?tag=pcpapi-20&th=1

and

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LRVHH6K/ref=psdc_572238_t1_B019GAWWP0

If you need to put in a DVD player, I recommend this one. It’s the one I use and I am pretty happy with it

Phanteks Enthoo Pro M PH-ES515PTG_BK, Tempered Glass Window, Brushed Black Steel/Plastic Mid Tower ATX Chassis https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LRVHH6K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_7Ha5Ab7JWT65Z

The Phanteks Pro M (mid-tower) costs a bit more than your current budget (it's $94), but it has great airflow and critical acclaim, unlike the case someone else linked here. It's the one I personally use for my system; I would recommend adding an extra fan or two to it, though (Noctuas are great).

Here's an Amazon link to it:

Phanteks Pro M Series (PH-ES515PTG_BK) Tempered Glass ATX Mid Tower Case, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LRVHH6K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_P2VQDb9KG51SD

Yes, it's black, but I really don't see why white vs black would be a game changer.