Best Full Tower PC Cases For The Money In 2022
We find the best full tower PC case on the market!
For the enthusiast looking to build an extreme PC, buying one of the best full tower PC cases of 2021 is much more than just an option – it’s a necessity. These monster cases bring a bunch of features and benefits to the table that simply can’t be found on smaller case alternatives. They offer a ton of room for the largest E-ATX motherboards, space for dual GPU setups, a ton of cooling configuration options, and even allow you to implement the most elaborate of water-cooling setups as well. They really do offer it all. And while these PC cases aren’t subtle in design, they certainly offer your premium-tier components a design aesthetic that’s tough to match.
In today’s article, we’ll be taking a look at only the best full tower PC cases the market has to offer in 2021. We’ll be testing them for design, thermals, noise levels, and overall build quality to make sure they’re not only worth our consideration, but yours too.
So, whether you’re looking for a top-of-the-line full tower case that does it all, or just a budget option that offers additional space, you’ll be sure to find a full tower PC case in our guide that suits your specific needs.
The following is a first-look at some of the best full tower PC cases. Each of the following cases features spacious interiors, stylish aesthetics, and plenty of cooling configuration options too. We’ll be exploring each in more detail further down, but for now, here’s the initial run-down.
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Phanteks Enthoo 719
Phanteks Enthoo 719
Phanteks are serious players in the case manufacturing game, and they already have some fantastic models under their production belt. Phanteks have cases to suit all budgets and needs. But, having said that, the Enthoo 719 is a case that resides in the high-end of the price spectrum. This case is huge, and the massive tempered glass hinged door looks superb.
The first thing to note from the Enthoo 719 is its impressive motherboard support. The chassis accommodates from SSI-EEB boards all the way down to mini-ITX. Furthermore, this case also supports a dual system setup, meaning you can have your main motherboard at the top and a secondary system mounted to the PSU shroud below.
Despite being a budget full-tower, it is a Phanteks, meaning the Enthoo 719 comes with a plethora of premium features. The case features are tailored primarily for custom water-cool builds, with some added cutouts for different system configurations. Furthermore, the drive mount options are astronomical, giving you 11 places to mount a 2.5″ SSD and 12 places for your 3.5″ drives.
The included fan hub from Phanteks is excellent, and it really helped me tidy up the RGB cables at the back without any issues at all. There are small touches here and there, but this budget case from Phanteks is an absolute bargain.
Corsair Obsidian 1000D
Corsair Obsidian 1000D
The Corsair Obsidian 1000D is one of the largest full tower cases featured in our roundup. Its gigantic size has warranted the nickname ‘super tower’ and it is easy to see why.
It supports Extended ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX, and SSI EEB. Standing nearly 700mm tall, this case is a heavy beast and should only be considered for the biggest of builds. Its humongous interior has enough room to accommodate up to 13 case fans (8 120mm fans can fit in the front of the case alone) and up to four radiators, all at the same time.
The 1000D features a special triple-chamber design with convenient hinged glass panels on the side. The main feature of this full tower case is the fact it can house an E-ATX build and a mini-ITX build at the same time. The larger E-ATX/ATX build features in your standard spot on the back panel, whereas the mini build is housed on the PSU shroud.
The case’s exterior is surrounded by tempered glass. The top has two brushed aluminum trims that frame the glass nicely. The front offers plenty of space for air intake through the dust filter. Looking at the back panel of the case and we find it has seven expansion slots for multiple cards.
Storage capacity is also impressive, as the case has enough room to fit five 3.5-inch HDDs and six 2.5-inch SSDs. Traditional 3.5-inch hard drives and 2.5-inch solid-state drives each have their own storage chamber, both of which are located next to the PSU shroud. You’ll find space for two power supplies under the shroud for those that want to go for the dual build option.
The front I/O panel has RGB lighting with built-in smart lighting and Corsair’s Commander Pro fan controller. The fan /lighting controllers allow you to control up to six PWM fans and two RGB LED strips, in addition to having four temperature probes.
With its insane number of mountable fans and RGB lighting options, this is one of the best full tower cases on the market.
Thermaltake View 71 Tempered Glass RGB
Thermaltake View 71 Tempered Glass RGB
As we mentioned above, Thermaltake is no stranger when it comes to creating some of the best PC cases in today’s market. This, however, is one of their finest examples to date. The view 71 comes equipped with a stunning design accentuated by four premium 5mm thick tempered glass panels (front/both sides/roof). The tempered glass works extremely well with the RGB fans that come equipped with this case, whilst leaving nothing to the imagination as far as internal components are concerned.
The View 71 is a fine choice for enthusiasts looking to show off their components. Behind the tinted glass, you will find a tonne of features geared towards aesthetics and build assembly. Users will be treated to a vertical GPU mount at the front of the case, which helps display your GPU. Furthermore, Thermaltake has equipped this case with the option to mount an AIO cooler on the motherboard tray (next to the front fans). This is a fairly new design feature that we haven’t seen in many cases in the past.
The motherboard tray has the ability to house the most popular motherboard form factors, including E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, and Mini-ITX – with the latter feeling a little silly if truth be told. As far as cooling options are concerned, you’ll be able to customize the fan setup in full thanks to a variety of mounting options found in the front, roof, rear, and bottom panels. Numerous hard drives won’t cause this case problem either, as it comes with a tonne of pre-installed drive trays right-out-the-box.
One of the big selling points of this PC case has to be the water-cooling compatibility it supports. Inside, you have enough room to mount even the most elaborate of water-cooling loops with three external grommets at the rear. Oh, and the side panels are on nicely manufactured hinges too. Always a plus.
Phanteks Enthoo Pro Tempered Glass
Phanteks Enthoo Pro Tempered Glass
The Phanteks Enthoo Pro TG edition is a damn good case for the price, and it was an easy budget pick. The case has been designed with performance in mind, maximizing airflow with the sheer amount of mounted fans it can cope with and plenty of room for a custom water-cooled setup. Unlike the previous version, this one now sports a tempered glass side panel, adding some serious style points to the edition.
This full-tower case has plenty of room and can hold 6 x 3,5″ drives and 3 x 5.25 drives. The case is designed to support water cooling and supports 1 x 360mm radiator at the top of the case, and a 240mm to at the front. The drive bays pop out for extra room with your custom build too.
On the back panel, we see plenty of room for cable management, the rubber grommets and included velcro straps to tie everything down. The cases are extremely user-friendly and a dream to build in, making it ideal for those custom builds or strenuous large system builds.
The case comes with magnetic dust filters, which some prefer due to how easy they come on and off, but it is worth noting they are of low quality when you compare it with some of the Fractal Design ones. A great feature of the case is actually something quite simple, and that is its hinged side panel door. This may not seem like the best thing in the world, but it gives you easy access to your system when you need it without the need of having to slide that panel on and off.
The construction is solid, and you know you are getting a quality product from Phanteks as they are well established in the case manufacturing business. Overall a great choice, and if you like understated and simple yet highly functional designs, this could be perfect.
be quiet! Dark Base Pro 900
be quiet! Dark Base Pro 900
The be quiet! Dark Base Pro 900 is enclosed by a steel frame with orange accents between the beveled edges and supports E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, and Mini-ITX motherboards. Flexibility is a common theme here, as the case has plenty of cooling options, and there is some modularity.
Tinted tempered glass covers the left side panel of the chassis, adding to the case’s visually pleasing design. The bottom of the case lacks ventilation, but there are two internal fan mounts that draw in cool air from between the two panels.
The motherboard tray can be installed at different heights on either side of the case. Dropping the tray one hole down still provides enough space for a single slot card to be installed at the bottom of the board. The HDD storage system is also an area you can customize for your specific building needs.
The motherboard side panel has a hidden fan mount that can accommodate two 120mm fans. Noise-canceling foam within the Dark Base Pro 900 reduces fan vibrations and aids the silent nature of the case. The case ships with three Silent Wings PWM case fans pre-installed, but it has ten fan mounting locations in total.
This silent beast also supports water cooling radiators, from 120mm all the way up to 420mm, and radiators can be mounted on the top, bottom, or the front of the case. Whether you want silence or not, this case is perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike.
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Final Word
So, there you have it, our comprehensive review of the best full tower PC cases available in 2022. If you’re building a high-end gaming PC, you’re going to need a case with plenty of room, cooling support, cable management options, drive bays, and extra features. Luckily, these huge full tower cases provide all of the latter in abundance.
We hope this helped you not only understand why it’s important to choose a good full tower case but also how to make better case decisions in general. If you have any questions related to full tower cases, don’t hesitate to ask in the comments section below.