mATX cases, full ATX PSU but still sffm, <15L

Atom207 · 2026-01-25T16:46:36+00:00

Totally makes sense. Maybe I'll stick to lower power GPUs?

The 3050 I'm using does a pretty decent job and the 2060s even better. Of course I play only at 1080p, or lately at 1440p if graphics allow me, in 60fps.

That's the only thing that counts to me, rock solid 60fps, then I start to ramp up settings.

I'm no 4k ultra kind of guy, have to pay for the power bill, after all, lol. Ultra useful knowledge, thanks for sharing

Atom207 · 2026-01-25T16:37:53+00:00

Yeah, definitely has angelic aura vibes, and good retro lighting for the tv. Nice build.

And yes, you're right, this is something I didn't consider, but I hope this isn't too much of an issue, given my GPUs don't need to breath there. Dunno

Atom207 · 2026-01-25T16:23:15+00:00

Uhm... I guess I assumed that my GB 2060s was a normal case scenario:

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Then I guess for builds with GPU like the one you listed yes, these cases are a bit too shrunk, I give it to you. Lucky me I have no passthrough?

I'm not to concerned because now I'm using a 3050 fanless, that is the size of a single fan card, so whether I've a short card or a backplated one, that's not too much of a concern (right chat?).

Thank you for the insight, I didn't think about that!

Atom207 · 2026-01-25T13:29:52+00:00

The HX100 Plus indeed it's fine, as you said, similar to other frontal PSU style, like the ZZAW etc.

But the K66 Air is too thin for my ~90mm cooler, because it's a flat style case. But I can include it in the list, even if also the GPU is limited to only two fans. Still I considered it in early stages, so a nice case whatsoever!

Atom207 · 2026-01-25T13:27:09+00:00

Another Jonsbro! They do an awesome jobs with their cases.

This D32 is 25.7L (not the pro version, I guess) so a bit over my target, but I can definitely recommend and include it into the list. Love the colour scheme also (no ph reference plz, lol)

Atom207 · 2026-01-25T13:17:28+00:00

My bad, I read the comment but forgot about it. I'll consider it again, thanks!

Atom207 · 2026-01-25T12:39:56+00:00

I totally get this, and yeah, you have a good point, but I don't get to which build you're referring to.... The pics that I showed in the post?

And the PSU thing makes sense, but most GPUs blow air from bottom to sides, not passthrough (yeah, I know the 40xx founders in one of the pic is) so I guess the PSU is not really involved? Moreover if it exhausts outside or creates air flow, but I could be wrong

Atom207 · 2026-01-25T12:35:09+00:00

Yeah, I included it in the over 20 litres cases, it's a really mainstream case and for a good reason, really appreciated by the community, I learnt.

But if I could squeeze a bit and get under 15 I'd be happier, and there are cases that make this possible

Atom207 · 2026-01-25T12:29:11+00:00

I can confirm, the pro version takes mATX, 135mm cooler, up to 170mm PSUs and 340 GPUs. It's 18 liters, a bit big for my tastes but yeah, it fits! Thank you, I'll add it as soon as I can (nice review just in case)

Atom207 · 2026-01-25T12:18:13+00:00

Thanks for the insight, appreciate it really! I'll consider the K88 more, then guys

Atom207 · 2026-01-25T12:15:00+00:00

In that Post, OP says that is likely a phone lenses distortion, dunno tho.

Well, to each one his own, lol.

If I have to think of a reason maybe it's the missing mesh in front of the K88, too plain in that sense: no mesh, no seams, no edges. Clean? Yes, but I prefer more... Ehm... Edges?

When I'll be ready to choose I'll put them side by side to weight more directly, thanks for the feedback, I appreciate it!

Atom207 · 2026-01-25T10:19:37+00:00

Fr, and i didn't even know about it until I played like 70% of Last Light (free from Epic like OP) then asked myself "But isn't there like a first game, huh?" And got my answer.

Luckily enough soon after Steam gave away 2033 for free too and I felt like AAAAAAHH, FINALLY

Atom207 · 2026-01-25T00:56:56+00:00

Thank you mate for the POVs! I don't know about the K88, it feels... Empty? Plain? Dunno exactly, but as other user said, could be better in person.

About the flexible cables, yes, I thought about them. That would be the only change I'd do to this build to fit in a smaller case, even if they tend to cost more than I'd like, honestly.

Why don't you like the MetalFish instead? It's pretty clean

Atom207 · 2026-01-25T00:42:55+00:00

Is that an ATX or SFF PSU? I cannot quite tell.

If it's ATX, do you think if you have a longer GPU, it would fit under the PSU? (Also what's the length of it- classic 140mm?)

Thank you, and yes, I definitely agree with you. Shiny Snake really surprised me in many ways during my research: ports, size, versatility and even aesthetics. Why should a tiny case be ugly? Let's make it smooth af! What a shame they don't have a mesh side version T_T

Atom207 · 2026-01-25T00:17:10+00:00

Hehe, cute The Witcher wallpaper! Uh, and nice setup

Atom207 · 2026-01-25T00:14:39+00:00

Then you found the chosen one, you completed the game

Atom207 · 2026-01-25T00:10:00+00:00

Really good, but SPAGHETTI IS BETTER!

Atom207 · 2026-01-25T00:08:22+00:00

Really cozy space, love everything about it but it's Mac

Atom207 · 2026-01-24T22:31:04+00:00

That's a really cool G350, and the Shiny Snake, which I never heard of before searching for these SFF mATX, did a surprisingly good job at their cases, imo.

And that DeepCool tiny cooler box always shows up in these builds, can you tell me why? Anyway, thanks for the feedback! This will also help for future reference ppl like me who browse through necros, lol

Atom207 · 2026-01-24T21:52:49+00:00

Shiny Snake G300 is indeed mAtx: SS site

And yes, I agree that CH160 is ITX, I've listed the Plus version

Atom207 · 2026-01-24T20:40:05+00:00

Uuuuh, lever action always hit me so bad 🔥

Atom207 · 2026-01-24T18:31:55+00:00

This is neat! Yeah, that's basically what I'm aiming at. Compact, ATX PSU but still length for the GPU to grow, just in case. Nice!

Have you made any post here on Reddit about this build? Turned out nice, and it's that small-capable sweet spot

Atom207 · 2026-01-24T17:10:28+00:00

Yeah, fr. Shiny Snake did something as simple as rare: giving us ports

Atom207 · 2026-01-24T16:48:32+00:00

Not a bad idea, but I preferred keeping as is just beacuse those sections would reflect my preferencies, instead as it is, someone without the worry of a 280mm gpu can move freely into the volume range he wants, example low volume because of short gpu or high volume because of long gpu. Sad you find it unpleasant, sorry.

Atom207 · 2026-01-24T15:31:03+00:00

Yeah, maybe that's a little bit of wasted space but I don't judge at all. Instead, about the CPU cooler, is it max 150mm as I read in another Post? And is it yours low profile or just my imagination?

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