Airflow is an important aspect of a PC case because if your computer case has a bad airflow design then your internal components will get heated up, and it may result in lower performance and can also affect their lifespan. There are many cases out there with different designs but not all of them have good airflow. Some cases are built more for stunning looks but they do suffer in the performance department, especially the cases with tempered glass front panels or solid front panels.
A case with a good airflow design should be spacious, have a mesh front panel for maximum air intake, and there should be sufficient case fan mount points at the top & rear for the exhaust so as to expel hot air out. Also, there should be two front panel fan mounts for installing 120mm or 140mm fans, and at least one of the fans has no hard drive cages in front of it. Some of these high airflow cases have extra vents at the rear or top for better air circulation. To have the best airflow, you can use high airflow fans in these airflow computer cases and if you want a quieter case with a bit less cooling performance then you can go for quiet case fans that also offer very good performance.
Some users do prefer performance overlooks and they prefer cases with high airflow even if their looks are on the average side. So, here I am going to list down the best airflow PC cases for all major form factors including mini-tower, mid-tower, full-tower, and cube cases. The below-mentioned high airflow cases are handpicked by me and they all come with good airflow, and ventilation and offer maximum cooling performance to your internal components. They can be used for building gaming PC, work PC, or high-performance PC with overclocking.
Best Airflow Mini-Tower / Micro-ATX Cases
Below are the best airflow mini-tower cases that can support up to micro-ATX motherboards. These cases can be used to build a small form factor PC for gaming or work.
Cooler Master N200 Mini-Tower Case
A very good budget airflow case for building a budget gaming PC or a work PC for home or office. Cooler Master N200 can support micro-ATX motherboards and is pretty spacious for a mini-tower case. It comes with a full mesh front panel and fan mount points at the front, top, rear, and side for achieving good airflow and also has good ventilation. It features an asymmetrical front panel with a brushed I/O bar that looks good and gives it a modern and futuristic look. I/O ports on the front panel include one USB 3.0 port, two USB 2.0 ports, and Audio ports. The build quality of the case is pretty good, along with the finishing.
The case can support high-end graphics cards up to 355mm in length, 160mm tall CPU coolers, and up to 240mm radiator for liquid cooling, which is remarkable for a mini-tower case. It comes with a 5.25-inch bay for an optical drive which is very beneficial and you can install up to three 3.5” drives and up to four 2.5” drives for storage. Other features include removable dust filters, tool-free drive installation, and cable routing. You can get this micro-ATX airflow case for under 50 dollars.
| Cooler Master N200 Mini-Tower Case Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Mini-Tower |
| Motherboard support | Micro ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Drive Bays | 5.25” x 1, 3.5” x 3, 2.5”x 4 |
| Front Ports | USB 3.0 x 1, USB 2.0 x 2, Audio |
| Expansion Slots | 4 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 160mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 355mm |
| Fans & Cooling | Top: 120mm x 15mm fan x 1 (optional)
Front: 120mm black fan x 2 (one XtraFlo is pre-installed) Rear: 120mm black fan x 1 (XtraFlo pre-installed) Side: 120mm fan x 1 (optional) Full Mesh Front Panel |
| Features | 240mm liquid cooling radiator support, ATX PS2 up to 180mm, Removable Dust filters, Cable Routing, Tool-less drive installation |
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Thermaltake Versa H18 Tempered Glass Case
Thermaltake Versa H18 is a stylish micro-ATX case for building an entry-level gaming PC or a home PC. The case has some resemblance to the above-mentioned Cooler Master N200 case but lacks support for a 5.25-inch drive bay. It is a spacious case with good build quality and it comes with a full mesh front panel and fan mount points at the front, top, and rear. The I/O ports are located on the extreme side of the front panel where it also features a blue LED light bar that looks pretty cool. Front I/O ports include one USB 3.0, two USB 2.0, and HD Audio ports.
It can accommodate powerful graphics cards up to 355mm in length, 155mm tall CPU coolers, and up to 280mm Radiators for AIO liquid cooling. It is also pretty decent in the storage department as you can install two 3.5-inch and two 2.5-inch drives. It also has got a tempered glass panel window so that you can have a clear look at your components from the outside. Other features include cable management and tool-free drive installation.
Note: There is another good mini-tower case available from Thermaltake, which is Thermaltake Versa H15 M-ATX Gaming Case which also includes a 5.25-inch drive bay. It does lack a transparent widow side panel but is a bit cheaper and it also has a Full Mesh Front Panel.
| Thermaltake Versa H18 Tempered Glass Case Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Mini-Tower |
| Motherboard support | Micro ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Drive Bays | 3.5” x 2, 2.5” x 2 |
| Front Ports | USB 3.0 x 1, USB 2.0 x 2, HD Audio |
| Expansion Slots | 4 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 155mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 350mm (without front fan) |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 3 x 120mm, 2 x 140mm
Top: 1 x 120mm, 1 x 140mm Rear: 1 x 120mm Full Mesh Front Panel |
| Features | Up to 280mm Radiator support, 200mm PSU support, Cable Management, Tempered Glass Window Panel, Tool-less Drive installation |
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Fractal Design Meshify C Mini mATX Case
Fractal Design Meshify C Mini is the best micro-ATX high airflow PC case you can get in a mini-tower form factor. The case has a streamlined high-airflow design that packs sheer quality and is good-looking & very spacious to fit high-end components for building a powerful PC for gaming or work. For airflow, it comes with a full angular front mesh panel with up to 5 fan mount points at the front, top, rear, and bottom. Two 120mm Dynamic X2 GP-12 Fans come included with the case, one at the front and one at the rear, and you can install more for achieving greater airflow. The top of the front panel has I/O ports that include two USB 3.0 ports and audio ports. The case also features a tinted tempered glass panel that gives it a premium look, and you can view all your components from the outside.
The case is big enough to fit up to 315mm long graphics cards (with the front fan installed), tall CPU coolers up to 175mm high, and 280mm Radiators for water cooling. You can add a total of 5 storage drives which is quite reasonable. Other features include easy-to-clean dust filters, cable routing, and tool-less drive installation. The case is a bit costlier than the above-mentioned mini-tower cases, but it is definitely worth it considering its premium quality, more space, styling, and features it offers. Highly Recommended by me if budget is not an issue.
| Fractal Design Meshify C Mini Case Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Mini-Tower |
| Motherboard support | Micro ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Drive Bays | 3.5” / 2.5” x 2, 2.5” x 3 |
| Front Ports | USB 3.0 x 2, Audio |
| Expansion Slots | 5 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 172mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 315mm |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 3 x 120mm or 2 x 140mm (1 x Dynamic X2 GP-12 included)
Top: 2 x 120mm/140mm Rear: 1 x 120mm (1 x Dynamic X2 GP-12 included) Bottom: 1 x 120mm Angular Mesh Front Panel |
| Features | 280mm Radiator Support, 175mm PSU support, Dust Filters (Front, Top, Bottom PSU), Tinted Tempered Glass Panel, Cable routing, Tool-free Drive installation |
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Other good Mini-Tower High Airflow PC Cases
Best Airflow Mid-Tower Cases
Below are the best mid-tower cases with high airflow and they can support up to ATX sized motherboards. Some mid-tower tower cases in this list can even support up to E-ATX motherboards.
SilverStone Redline RL06 Mid-Tower Case
[Best High Airflow Mid-Tower Case for Money]
SilverStone Redline RL06 is one of the best airflow mid-tower cases that provide the ultimate cooling of your internal components. The case offers tons of space and has clean looking elegant design. It can support up to ATX sized motherboards. For airflow, it comes with a full front mesh panel and with three 120mm LED fans pre-installed. The two top front fans cool down the components located on the motherboard (CPU, RAM, Graphics Card, etc.), and the lower front is used for cooling the 3.5-inch / 2.5-inch drive bays that are located on the bottom side of the case under a cover that extends to the PSU. There is also space for two top fans and one rear fan which can be installed for exhaust purposes. I/O ports are located on the top of the front panel that include two USB 3.0 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, and Audio ports.
The case supports up to 348mm long graphics cards, 158mm tall CPU coolers and allows you to install up to 240mm Radiators for AIO liquid cooling. The build quality of this case is great and it has got tempered glass side panel for viewing your gaming components. Other features of this case include dust filters (front, top, bottom), PSU and drive bay cover, integrated 3-pin Fan controller for 10 fans, cable management, and tool-free drive installation. The only thing that I am a bit dissatisfied with this PC Case is the CPU cooler clearance height, which I think should have been at around 170mm, but nevertheless, it is quite decent and you can find a good CPU cooler at height of 158mm or less. Highly Recommended by me for building a mid-range to high-end gaming PC. The case is available in a Red and Silver color scheme with options of Red LED or White LED fans.
| SilverStone Redline RL06 Case Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Mid-Tower |
| Motherboard support | Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX |
| Drive Bays | 3.5”/2.5” x 3, 2.5” x 2 |
| Front Ports | USB 3.0 x 2, USB 2.0 x 2, Audio |
| Expansion Slots | 7 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 158mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 348mm, (152mm width restriction) |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 120mm LED fan x 3 or 140mm fan slot x 2
Rear: 120mm fan x 1 Top: 120 / 140mm fan slot x 2 Full Mesh Front Panel |
| Features | Tempered Glass Side Panel, 200mm PSU support, 240mm Radiator support, Cable Routing & Management, Tool-free Drive installation, Magnetic Dust Filters, PSU and drive bay cover, integrated Fan Hub 3-pin [10 Fans] |
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Phanteks Enthoo Pro M Tempered Glass Case
If you are looking for a premium mid-tower airflow case tower with great features, strong build quality, and high internal space then Phanteks Enthoo Pro M Tempered Glass Case is what you should consider. This is a stylish case with a brushed aluminum look and can support up to E-ATX sized motherboards. The airflow, in this case, is amazing as it has got a mesh front panel, spacious interior and 120mm/140mm fan mount points at the front, top and rear. One 140mm fan at the front and one at the rear come included with the case, and you can install more for achieving much greater airflow. The case also comes with a 5.25” bay for installing an optical drive. The Interior design of the case is very clean and simple, and it has got proper ventilation. I/O ports are located on the side of the front panel and they include two USB 3.0 ports and audio ports. The case is water cooling ready and includes mounts for the pump and reservoir.
The case can accommodate high-end graphics cards up to 420mm in length, CPU coolers up to 194mm in height, and up to 360mm radiators for AIO or custom water cooling. It offers enough clearance for all the components whether it is RAM, GPU, CPU, etc. Tempered glass side panel allows you to showcase your build and it also gives the case a more premium look. The case is upgradable with Phanteks RGB products. Other features include removable dust filters (on top, front, bottom), cable routing & management, and tool-free drive installation. This case is my personal favorite and according to me this is the best mid-tower airflow case, and you can build a high-end gaming PC or high-performance water-cooled PC. It is also quite affordable and gets a top recommendation from me.
| Phanteks Enthoo Pro M Tempered Glass Case Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Mid-Tower |
| Motherboard support | Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX, E-ATX (up to 264mm wide) |
| Drive Bays | 3.5” x 8, 2.5” x 3, 5.25” x 1 |
| Front Ports | USB 3.0 x 2, Audio, RGB Control |
| Expansion Slots | 7 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 194mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 420mm |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 120mm x 3 / 140mm x 2
Top: 120mm x 3 / 140mm x 2 Rear: 120mm/140mm x 1 Metal Mesh Front Panel |
| Features | Up to 360mm Radiator support, 318mm PSU, Tempered Glass Side Panel, Dust Filters, RGB support, Removable optical drive cage, Reservoir Mounts, Pump Slots, Cable management, Tool-free drive installation, Phanteks velcro cable ties |
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FSP CMT210 Gaming Case
[Budget Airflow Mid-tower Case]
Here we have a mainstream budget mid-tower ATX gaming case, which is FSP CMT210. It is a spacious case and comes with a full metal mesh front panel. The gaps or holes in the front mesh panel are bigger in size and this allows for better air intake and thus improves airflow. You can install up to three 120mm fans on the front panel and one 120mm fan at the rear. The top panel is solid with no vents, but even then, the case offers very good airflow and cooling performance. On the top of the front panel, you can find two USB 2.0 ports, one USB 2.0 port, and audio ports.
The case supports graphics cards up to 360mm in length, 160mm tall CPU coolers, and up to 360mm Radiators for Water cooling. In terms of the storage department, you can install a maximum of three 3.5-inch drives and three 2.5-inch drives. Other features include a Translucent Window Panel, Tool-free drive installation, and cable routing. Overall, a very good budget mid-tower case with good airflow, and you can get it for building a budget gaming PC or even a mid-range gaming PC.
| FSP CMT210 Gaming Case Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Mid-Tower |
| Motherboard support | Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX |
| Drive Bays | 3.5” x 3, 2.5” x 3 |
| Front Ports | USB 3.0 x 2, USB 2.0 x 1, Audio |
| Expansion Slots | 7 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 160mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 360mm |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 120mm x 3(120mm Blue Led Fan x 1 pre-installed) or 140mm x 2 (Optional)
Rear: 120mm x 1(pre-installed) Full Metal Mesh Front Panel |
| Features | 360mm Radiator Support, 200mm PSU support, Cable routing and management, Tool-less drive installation, Translucent Window Panel |
Phanteks Eclipse P400A Digital Mid-Tower Case
[Great Budget High Airflow Mid-Tower Case, RGB Lighting]
Phanteks Eclipse P400A Digital is an excellent value-for-money high airflow case that comes with RGB lighting. It is a mid-tower case and supports up to an E-ATX motherboard. For airflow, the case comes with full metal mesh front panel, and three Phanteks ARGB fans come included with the case. Optionally, you can install more fans on top and at the rear to increase the airflow further. The front I/O ports include three USB 3.0 ports, audio ports, and two buttons (Mode & Color) for RGB LED control.
The case can support graphics cards up to 420mm in length, CPU Cooler up to 160mm in height, and up to 360mm Radiator for water cooling. For storage, it can support two 3.5-inch and two 2.5-inch drives. The build quality of the case is decent, and it does come with a tempered glass side panel that enhances its look. Other features include a magnetic dust filter (top), vertical GPU support, and cable management. The case is available in two colors: black and white. Overall, a great affordable high airflow case that has all the necessary features and looks neat.
Note: A non-RGB version of this case is also available that comes with a Fan Controller instead of an RGB controller.
| Phanteks Eclipse P400A Digital Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Mid-Tower |
| Motherboard support | ATX, Micro ATX, Mini ITX, E-ATX (up to 272mm wide) |
| Drive Bays | 3.5” x 2, 2.5” x 2 |
| Front Ports | USB 3.0 x 2, Audio, Reset, RGB LED controller buttons (D-Mode & D-Color) |
| Expansion Slots | 7 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 160mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 420mm / 280mm (When optional HDD brackets installed) |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 120mm x 3 / 140mm x 2
Top: 120/140mm x 2 Rear: 120mm x 1 |
| Features | Up to 360mm Radiator Support, Cable Routing and Management, Tempered Glass Side Panel, Vertical GPU support, Full Metal Mesh Front Panel, Magnetic Dust Filter (Top), 270mm PSU support, PSU Shroud |
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Cooler Master MasterBox MB500 Case
[Stylish Mid-Tower Case with high Airflow]
Cooler Master MasterBox MB500 is one of the most stylish cases in this high airflow mid-tower case category. It is an RGB Case that comes with two 120mm RGB fans at the front and one 120mm RGB fan at the rear. You can optionally install two 120mm fans at the top for more airflow. An RGB controller is included for controlling these RGB fans and it is compatible with Asus Aura Sync, Gigabyte RGB Fusion, MSI Mystic Light Sync, and ASRock Polychrome Sync RGB software.
The case comes with a semi-meshed front panel with hexagonal vents and it works pretty well for achieving proper airflow and ventilation. The case offers a good amount of space for all your high-end gaming components and supports up to ATX motherboards. Front I/O ports include two USB 3.0 ports and Audio ports. A 4mm thick tempered glass panel allows you to view all your inside components and showcase them to others.
The case can support 400mm long high-end graphics cards, 160mm tall CPU coolers, and up to 360mm Radiator for water cooling. You can add up to two 3.5-inch and two 2.5-inch drives for your storage needs. Other features include dust filters, cable routing, and tool-free drive installation. The case is also on the budget side and you can really build a high airflow fancy gaming PC with this case.
| Cooler Master MasterBox MB500 Case Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Mid-Tower |
| Motherboard support | Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX |
| Drive Bays | 3.5” x 2, 2.5” x 2 |
| Front Ports | USB 3.0 x 2, Audio |
| Expansion Slots | 7 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 160mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 400mm |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 120mm x 2 RGB LED fan
Top: 120mm x 2 Rear: 120mm x 1 RGB LED fan Semi Meshed Front Panel |
| Features | 4mm Tempered Glass Side Panel, 360mm Radiator support, 180mm PSU support, Dust Filters (Front, Bottom), Cable Routing, Tool-less drive installation, RGB Controller |
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Thermaltake Core V31 Window Mid-tower Chassis
[Best Airflow Mid-Tower Case for Water Cooling]
Thermaltake Core V31 is a modular case that can be used to build a water-cooled or air-cooled PC for gaming. The case is simple in looks and is very spacious from the inside. It also includes two 5.25-inch bays, which can be used for an external optical drive and you can also fit a 5.25-inch Fan Controller to other. The front panel is made up of a full metal mesh panel and you can install two 120mm/140mm fans at the front. You can also install fans at the top, rear, top, and even at the bottom for achieving superior airflow. On the top of the front panel, you will get USB 3.0 ports and Audio ports.
The case can support up to 420mm long high-end graphics cards, 155mm tall CPU coolers, and 360mm Radiators for AIO or custom water cooling. It is Thermaltake Tt LCS Certified for extreme liquid cooling performance. For your storage needs, it has got three 3.5-inch and two 2.5-inch drive bays. Other features include magnetic dust filters, cable routing, and tool-free drive installation. So, if you looking for a high airflow mid-tower case that has good liquid cooling support then this is one the best in the market.
| Thermaltake Core V31 Window Mid-tower Chassis Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Mid-Tower |
| Motherboard support | Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX |
| Drive Bays | 5.25” x 2, 3.5”/2.5” x 3, 2.5” x 2 |
| Front Ports | USB 3.0 x 2, HD Audio |
| Expansion Slots | 8 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 155mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 420mm (without HDD rack), 278mm (with HDD rack) |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 1 x 120mm or 2 x 120mm / 1 x 140mm or 2 x 140mm
Top: 1 x 120mm or 2 x 120mm or 3 x 120mm / 1 x 140mm or 2 x 140mm or 3 x 140mm Rear: 1 x 120mm Bottom: 1 x 120mm or 2 x 120mm Full Metal Mesh Front Panel |
| Features | 360mm Radiator support, 220mm PS2 PSU support, Transparent Window Side Panel, Fully Modular Concept, Tt LCS Certified, Magnetic dust filters, Tool-free drive installation, Cable management |
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Corsair Obsidian Series 450D Airflow Edition Case
Corsair Obsidian Series 450D is a very popular mid-tower case that is known for its high airflow design. It can support up to E-ATX motherboards. The case is also very well built, having a steel body and a brushed aluminum front panel that has vents and covers almost 3/4th part of the front panel. These front panel vents or mesh are bigger in size and allow for a better intake of air and offer good ventilation. The top of the front panel is solid that includes I/O ports and space for two 5.25-inch drive bays. The case comes with two Corsair AF140L fans at the front and one at the rear. You can also install fans at the top and bottom for increasing the airflow further. Front I/O ports consist of two USB 3.0 ports and Audio ports.
The case is capable of supporting up to 430mm graphics cards, 165mm tall CPU coolers, and up to a 360mm radiator for water cooling. For storage, it includes two 3.5-inch and three 2.5-inch drive bays which I think are sufficient for most users. Other features of this case include dust filters, cable routing & management, tool-less drive installation, and a transparent acrylic side window. So, if you are looking for an elegant & classic looking case with excellent airflow for a gaming or high-performance build, then you won’t be disappointed at all.
| Corsair Obsidian Series 450D Mid-Tower PC Case Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Mid-Tower |
| Motherboard support | Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX, E-ATX |
| Drive Bays | 5.25” x 2, 3.5” x 2, 2.5” x 3 |
| Front Ports | USB 3.0 x 2, Audio |
| Expansion Slots | 7 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 165mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 430mm |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 140mm/120mm x 2
Top: 120mm x 3 / 140mm x 2 Rear: 120mm x 1 Bottom: 120mm x 2 Front Full Mesh Metal Panel |
| Features | 360mm Radiator support, 200mm PSU support, Removable drive cage, Cable routing & management, Tool-free drive installation, Removable dust filters, Direct airflow path |
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Fractal Design Meshify C TG Dark Case
Fractal Design Meshify C TG Dark is a sturdy, modern, stylish, feature-rich, and spacious mid-tower case that offers great airflow and superior cooling performance. The case comes with an angular mesh front panel for maximizing air intake and you can install up to three 120mm fans or two 140mm fans at the front. It also includes fan mount points at the rear, top, and bottom for increased airflow and ventilation. One Dynamic X2 GP-12 fan at the front and one at the rear come included with the case. A tinted tempered glass side panel further enhances the beauty of this case and it showcases all your high-end internal components to the outside world. Front I/O ports include two USB 3.0 ports and Audio ports.
The case can support 315mm long high-end graphics cards, 172mm tall CPU coolers, and 360mm Radiator for AIO or custom water cooling. For storage, you can add up to two 3.5-inch and up to three 2.5-inch drives. Other features include easy to clean dust filters, full-length power supply shroud, cable routing & management, and tool-free drive installation. This high airflow case can be used to build a mid-range to high-end gaming PC, or a high-performance PC for work. It is also available in the white and black color scheme which you can also check out from the link given below.
| Fractal Design Meshify C TG Dark Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Mid-Tower |
| Motherboard support | Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX |
| Drive Bays | 3.5”/2.5” x 2, 2.5” x 3 |
| Front Ports | USB 3.0 x 2, Audio |
| Expansion Slots | 7 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 172mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 315mm |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 120mm x 3 / 140mm x 2
Top: 120mm / 140mm x 2 Rear: 120mm x 1 Bottom: 120mm x 1 Front Full Metal Mesh Panel |
| Features | Tinted Tempered Glass Side Panel, 360mm Radiator support, 175mm PSU support, Cable Routing, Velco Straps, Dust Filters, Tool-Free Drive Installation, Full-length PSU shroud, Up to 35 mm of space behind the motherboard plate |
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Cooler Master MasterCase H500P Mesh White Case
[Best RGB Airflow Case]
Cooler Master MasterCase H500P Mesh White is great looking RGB Mid-tower case with an optimized high airflow design. The case offers tons of space for all of your high-end gaming components and is liquid cooling ready. For airflow, it comes with a full front mesh panel and two 200mm RGB fans behind it, and one 140mm fan at the rear. You also install two 200mm fans at the top or three 120/140mm fans to enhance airflow even further. It also includes mesh running on the sides of the front and top panel that allows better ventilation and cooling performance. This is a beautiful, stylish, and modern-looking case with unique design elements all around it. The tinted tempered glass side panel further enhances the beauty of this case and you can showcase all your fancy internal components to others. Front I/O ports include two USB 3.0 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, and Audio ports.
The case can support high-end graphics cards up to 412mm in length, 190mm tall CPU coolers, and up to 360mm radiators for AIO or custom liquid cooling. It also supports vertical mounting of graphics card but you need to purchase the GPU Riser cable for it additionally. Storage is decent and it includes two 3.5” / 2.5” drive bays and two 2.5-inch bays (support up to 5). Other features of this case include an RGB controller and 1 to 3 Splitter Cable for RGB LED Fans, PSU shroud, cable management cover, and tool-free drive installation. So, if you are looking for a spacious and beautiful high-airflow RGB case then you should totally go for it.
| Cooler Master MasterCase H500P Mesh White Case Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Mid-Tower |
| Motherboard support | Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX, E-ATX (up to 12″ x 10.7″) |
| Drive Bays | 3.5” / 2.5” x 2, 2.5” x 2 (Drive Bay support up to 5) |
| Front Ports | USB 3.0 x 2, USB 2.0 x 2, Audio |
| Expansion Slots | 7+2 (Support vertical graphics card installation) |
| CPU Cooler Height | 190mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 412mm |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 120/140mm fan x 3 or 200mm fan x 2 (RGB 200mm Fan x 2 pre-installed)
Top: 120/140mm fan x 3 or 200mm fan x 2 Rear: 120/140mm fan x 1 (140mm x 1 pre-installed) Full Front Mesh Panel |
| Features | 360mm Radiator support, Tinted Tempered Glass Side Panel, ATX PS2, PSU Shroud, Cable Routing & Management, Tool-free drive installation, CPU Cut Out Cover, RGB Controller and 1 to 3 Splitter Cable for RGB LED Fans |
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Cooler Master MasterBox 5 Mid-Tower Case
A good budget mid-tower case that offers good airflow and supports up to ATX size motherboards. It comes with a full mesh front panel and you can install two 120mm / 140mm fans at the front and one 120mm fan at the rear. The case is pretty spacious to fit all of your high-end gaming components but is rather low on drive bays as you can install a maximum of three 3.5”/2.5” storage drives. Case ventilation is pretty good with a clean interior design. Front I/O ports include one USB 3.0 port and audio ports.
The case can accommodate graphics cards up to 410mm in length, 167mm tall CPU coolers, and 280mm radiator. Other features include a transparent side panel, dust filters, extended power supply cover, tool-free drive installation, and cable routing. Overall, a decent budget airflow case for building a budget gaming PC or a work PC.
| Cooler Master MasterBox 5 Mid-Tower Case Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Mid-Tower |
| Motherboard support | Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX |
| Drive Bays | 3.5”/2.5” x 2, 2.5” x 1 |
| Front Ports | USB 3.0 x 2, Audio |
| Expansion Slots | 7 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 167mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 410mm |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 120mm / 140mm x 2
Rear: 120mm x 1 Front Full Mesh Panel |
| Features | 280mm Radiator support, 180mm PSU support, Dust Filters (front, bottom), Cable Routing, Tool-less drive installation, Transparent Side Panel, Extended PSU cover |
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Corsair Carbide Spec-02 Gaming Case
[Budget Airflow Mid-Tower Case]
Corsair Carbide Spec-02 is a popular budget mid-tower gaming case that can support up to ATX sized motherboards. It is a well-built case that offers a good amount of space but it is not suited for building a water-cooled PC, because it can only support a 120mm radiator. The case comes with a metal mesh front panel on the front and fans mount points at the front, top, rear, and bottom. A Red LED 120mm fan comes included with the case. Airflow and ventilation is pretty good in this case, and it includes two USB 3.0 ports and audio ports on the top of the front panel.
The case can fit a 420mm long graphics card, 157mm tall CPU cooler, and 288mm PSU. It has got two 5.25-inch bays, three 3.5-inch bays, and two 2.5-inch bays. Other features include a transparent window side panel, cable routing, and tool-less drive installation. So, if you are looking for a budget airflow mid-tower case for building a budget gaming PC then I highly recommend it.
| Corsair Carbide Spec-02 Gaming Case Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Mid-Tower |
| Motherboard support | Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX |
| Drive Bays | 5.25” x 2, 3.5” x 3, 2.5” x 2 |
| Front Ports | USB 3.0 x 2, Audio |
| Expansion Slots | 7 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 157mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 420mm |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 140mm / 120mm x 2
Top: 120mm x 2 Rear: 120mm x 1 Bottom: 120mm x 1 |
| Features | 120mm Radiator support, 288mm PSU support, Transparent side panel window, Tool-free drive installation, cable routing |
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Cooler Master TD500 Mesh Mid-Tower Case
[ARGB Fans, Polygon Mesh Front Panel]
Cooler Master TD500 Mesh is a modern-looking RGB mid-tower airflow case that can support up to E-ATX motherboards. For airflow, the case comes with a Polygon Mesh front panel that also serves as a dust filter. The case comes with three ARGB 120mm fans on the front and has the option to install more fans at the top and rear. The front I/O ports consist of two USB 3.0 and audio ports. The RGB lighting of the fans can be controlled either by the included ARGB controller or using the motherboard’s RGB software.
The case can support 410mm long graphics cards, 165mm tall CPU coolers, and dual 360mm radiators. The storage options are generous as the PC case can support up to four 2.5-inch drives and two combo 3.5/2.5-inch drives. The tempered glass side panel allows you to peak at the internal components. Other features include dust filters and cable routing. A good case that offers good airflow looks beautiful and is also quite affordable. The case is available in two color options: black or white.
| Cooler Master TD500 Mesh Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Mid-Tower |
| Motherboard support | Mini ITX, Micro ATX, ATX, SSI CEB, E-ATX*, up to 12″ x 10.7″) |
| Drive Bays | 3.5”/2.5” x 2 (Combo), 2.5” x 4 (2+2 combo) |
| Front Ports | USB 3.0 x 2, Audio |
| Expansion Slots | 7 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 165mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 410mm |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 120mm x 3 / 140mm x 2
Top: 120mm x 3 / 140mm x 2 Rear: 120mm x 1 |
| Features | Polygon Mesh Front Panel, Dual 360mm Radiator Support, Dust Filters (Top, Bottom, Front), Cable Routing, ARGB Controller, Tempered Glass Side Panel, PSU Shroud |
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be quiet! Pure Base 500DX Mid-Tower Case
[Great Design and Build Quality, Silent, ARGB LED Lighting, Great Value for Money]
be quiet! Pure Base 500DX is one of the most stunning airflow cases around. Not only the case looks great, but it is also quite silent in operation and packs good build quality. The front panel of the case looks different from the crowd as the front mesh panel is divided into two parts in the center, where ARGB LED Strips are located that look very fancy and stylish when lit up. The case comes with three 140mm Pure Wings 2 fans, and you can additionally install more fans too. The front I/O ports include a USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C port, USB 3.0 port, Audio ports, and an RGB LED button. The ARGB LED lighting can be controlled using the RGB LED Button or by using the motherboard’s software.
The case offers a good amount of space and can accommodate graphics cards up to 369mm in length, 190mm tall CPU coolers, and up to 360mm radiators. The left side panel has tempered glass, and the right-side panel has sound damping foam attached to it to reduce noise. For storage, you can install five 2.5-inch drives and two 3.5-inch drives. Other features include removable dust filters and cable routing. The case is very competitively priced and is available in black or white color. Highly Recommended by me.
| be quiet! Pure Base 500DX Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Mid-Tower |
| Motherboard support | ATX, M-ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Drive Bays | 3.5” x 2, 2.5” x 5 |
| Front Ports | USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C x 1, USB 3.0 x 1, HD Audio, LED Switch Button |
| Expansion Slots | 7 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 190mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 369mm |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 120mm x 3 / 140mm x 2
Top: 120/140mm x 2 Rear: 140mm x 1 |
| Features | Up to 360mm Radiator Support, Removable Dust Filters (Top/Bottom), Addressable RGB LED Strips, Cable Routing, Noise Damping Pad, supports motherboard LED control, Tempered Glass Side Panel, PSU Shroud |
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Fractal Design Torrent
[Great Airflow, Silent, Feature Rich, Spacious, Practical]
Fractal Design Torrent is probably the best airflow case in the market right now. Not only this PC Case offers great thermal performance but is also very silent, spacious, and offers a good number of features. Also, unlike most of the other airflow cases that look kind of plain and boring, Fractal Design Torrent looks very modern and stylish. The case offers tons of space for all your high-end components and can support large E-ATX motherboards. Fractal Design Torrent features an open grill at the front with no obstruction or mesh and has a streamlined design that allows smoother airflow without any restriction in between. It has got plenty of fan mount points and two 180mm front and three 140mm fans come pre-installed. A 9-port PWM fan hub is also included that automatically controls the speed of the fans depending on the CPU temperature. The I/O ports are located at the front top and they include one USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C port, two USB 3.0 ports, and HD Audio ports.
The case can support high-end graphics cards up to 461mm (423 mm with the front fans mounted), up to 188mm tall CPU Air Coolers, and up to 420mm Radiators. It is a water-cooling-ready case and it also includes space for a reservoir for custom water-cooling solution. The tempered glass version includes left and right-side tempered glass panels. A GPU bracket is also included in the case that works flawlessly and prevents the graphics card from sagging under its weight. Dust filters are included for front and bottom panels and you can remove them if you want to increase the airflow further. The cable management of the case is also very good and it comes with cable straps and proper cutouts for routing cables. Overall, a great overall PC Case that offers everything you need whether it is airflow, silence, space, functionality, or features. Highly Recommended!
Note: Solid Black and RGB variants are also available for this case. Also, the case is available in Black, Grey, or White colors.
| Fractal Design Torrent Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Mid-Tower |
| Motherboard Support | E-ATX, ATX, mATX, ITX, SSI-EEB, SSI-CEB |
| Drive Bays | 3.5” x 2, 2.5” x 4 |
| Front Ports | 1x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C, 2x USB 3.0, HD Audio |
| Expansion Slots | 7 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 188mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 461 mm total, 423 mm with front fan mounted |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 120/140mm x 3 or 180mm x 2 (2 x Prisma AL-18 included) Rear: 120/140mm x 1 Bottom: 120/140mm x 3 or 180mm x 2 (3 x Prisma AL-14 included) |
| Features | Up to 420mm Radiator Support, Cable Management, Modular Design, Tool-less Design (Panels and Drives), Tempered Glass Panel (Left & Right), Dust Filters (Front & Bottom), 230mm PSU support, 9-port PWM fan hub included, Water-cooling reservoir support, GPU support bracket |
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Other High Airflow Mid-tower cases
- Corsair 4000D Airflow Case
- Cooler Master MasterBox NR600
- Lian Li LANCOOL 215 X Mid-Tower Case
- Lian Li 011 AIR Mid-Tower Case
- Phanteks Eclipse P300A Mesh Edition
- Thermaltake Core G21 Tempered Glass Mid-Tower Case
- Zalman T7 ATX Mid Tower Computer Case
- Cougar Panzer-S Transparent Fortress Mid Tower Case
- Antec Nine Hundred Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case
- Cooler Master HAF 912 Mid Tower Case
- SilverStone FARA R1 Mid-Tower Case
- Corsair 275R Airflow Tempered Glass Mid-Tower Gaming Case
Best Airflow Full-Tower Cases
Below are the best airflow full-tower cases for building a high-end gaming PC or an enthusiast PC for overclocking.
Corsair Obsidian Series 750D Airflow Edition Full Tower Case
[Best Airflow Full-Tower Case for Money]
A clean and elegant-looking full tower case with great build quality and airflow. This is the airflow edition of the Corsair Obsidian Series 750D case that comes with a metal mesh front panel with wider gaps for better air intake. The case offers tons of space and fans mount points at the front, top, bottom, and rear for increasing airflow and thus cooling performance. I/O ports are located on the top of the front panel and they include two USB 3.0 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, and Audio ports. It is also big on storage and includes three 5.25-inch drive bays for an optical drive, six 3.5/2.5-inch drives, and four 2.5-inch drives.
The case can fit high-end graphics cards up to 450mm in length, 170mm tall CPU coolers, and 360mm Radiator for AIO or custom water-cooling setup. Other features include a transparent side panel, magnetic dust filters (front, top, PSU), cable routing, and tool-free drive installation. This is a high-quality airflow case from Corsair and is great for building a high-performance system or a high-end gaming PC. Highly Recommended by me.
| Corsair Obsidian Series 750D Airflow Edition Case Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Full-Tower |
| Motherboard support | Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX, E-ATX, XL-ATX |
| Drive Bays | 5.25” x 3, 3.5”/2.5” x 6, 2.5” x 4 |
| Front Ports | USB 3.0 x 2, USB 2.0 x 2, Audio |
| Expansion Slots | 9 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 170mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 450mm |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 2 x 120mm / 2 x 140mm fan (2 x 140mm fan Included)
Top: 3 x 120mm or 2 x 140mm fan mount Bottom: 2 x 120mm fan mount Rear: 1 x 140mm fan (Included) Front Metal Mesh Panel |
| Features | 360mm Radiator support, 220mm PSU support, Transparent Side Panel, Tool-free drive installation, High airflow front mesh design, cable management, dust filters (front, top, PSU) |
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Rosewill Rise ATX Full Tower Gaming Case
[Budget Airflow Full-Tower Case]
If you are looking for a budget full-tower case with good airflow the Rosewill Rise is a perfect case for your needs. It is a very spacious case and can support up to E-ATX motherboards. The case comes with a fairly large mesh front panel with three pre-installed blue LED 120mm fans at the front and one 140mm fan at the rear. You can also install two 120mm / 140mm fans at the top for increasing the airflow and cooling performance of the case. It can support dual PSUs which is a very special feature of this case. Front I/O ports include two USB 3.0 ports, three USB 2.0 ports, Audio and Fan speed control knob for changing fan speed.
The case supports high-end graphics cards up to 355mm in length, CPU coolers up to 188mm in height, and 360mm Radiators for AIO coolers or custom liquid cooling setup. For storage, it has got two 5.25-inch bays, two 3.5-inch, and three 2.5-inch drive bays. The case includes dust filters at the front, top, and bottom and comes with a transparent side panel window, cable routing, and tool-free drive installation. Overall, it is a very good budget full tower airflow case for building a mid-range or high-end gaming PC.
| Rosewill Rise ATX Full Tower Gaming Case Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Full Tower |
| Motherboard support | Micro-ATX, ATX, E-ATX |
| Drive Bays | 5.25” x 2, 3.5” x 2, 2.5” x 3 |
| Front Ports | USB 3.0 x 2, USB 2.0 x 3, Audio, Fan Speed Knob |
| Expansion Slots | 8 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 188mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 355mm |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 3 x 120mm Fans (pre-installed)
Rear: 1 x 140mm Fan (pre-installed) Top: 2 x 140mm Fans (option) or 2 x 120mm Fans (option) Rear: 1 x 80mm Fan (option) (if only 1 bottom PSU is installed) Front Mesh Panel |
| Features | Up to 360mm Radiator support, Dual PSU support, Dust filters (top, front, bottom), cable routing, tool-free drive installation, transparent side panel |
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Corsair Graphite 760T Full-Tower Windowed Case
Corsair Graphite 760T is a huge full tower case from Corsair that can support up to XL-ATX sized motherboards. The case also stands very tall and it sits way above the ground because of its two big stands at the bottom. This increases airflow to the bottom, especially for the PSU. More than half of the front panel is made of metal mesh and you can install two 120mm or 140mm fans behind it. Two 140mm Red LED fans (AF140L fans) come pre-installed at the front and one 140mm fan at the rear. Other fan mount points are at the top and bottom and you can install more fans to increase airflow further. The case comes with a swingable hinged side panel that can be opened by a quick-release latch for convenience. Front I/O ports include two USB 3.0, two USB 2.0, and Audio ports.
The case can fit 450mm long high-end graphics cards, 170mm tall CPU coolers, and up to 360mm Radiators. The case has got very good airflow and ventilation, and for storage, it includes three 5.25-inch bays, six 3.5/2.5-inch bays, and four 2.5-inch bays. Other features include dust filters, cable management, and tool-free drive installations. Overall, a very good high airflow full tower case for building a high-performance PC for gaming or for work. Highly Recommended by me.
P.S. – You can also check out Corsair Graphite Series 780T Full Tower Case which is also a spacious high airflow case and comes with a swing-able transparent side panel. The case is kind of similar to the Corsair Graphite 760T case.
| Corsair Graphite 760T Full-Tower Case Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Full-Tower |
| Motherboard support | Micro-ATX, ATX, E-ATX, XL-ATX |
| Drive Bays | 5.25” x 3, 3.5”/2.5” x 6, 2.5” x 4 |
| Front Ports | USB 3.0 x 2, USB 2.0 x 2, Audio |
| Expansion Slots | 9 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 170mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 450mm |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 2 x 120 / 140mm (2 x 140mm LED Included)
Top: 3 x 120mm or 2 x 140mm Bottom: 1 x 120mm Rear: 1 x 120 / 140mm (Included) Front Mesh Panel |
| Features | 360mm Radiator support, 240mm PSU support, Swing-out transparent side panel, dust filters, cable routing and management, tool-free drive installation |
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Cooler Master Stryker Full Tower Case
[Airflow Full-Tower Case with Carrying Handle]
Cooler Master Stryker is a stylish, modern, and beautiful-looking case that offers tons of space and features. This case comes with nine 5.25-inch bays and provides plenty of space for 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch storage drives. It has got a full front mesh panel and you can install two 120mm fans at the front, a huge 200mm fan at the top, 120mm / 140mm at the rear, and two 120mm fans at the bottom. Front I/O ports include two USB 3.0 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, audio ports, fan control buttons, and an external SSD drive hot-swap dock that can prove very handy. The case features a carrying handle at the top that allows you to move the case around from one place to another with ease. The handle is very strong and has a rubber coating over it for added comfort.
The case can fit graphics cards up to 322mm in length, tall CPU coolers up to 186mm in height, and a 280mm radiator for water cooling. Other features include a transparent side window panel, cable routing, and tool-free drive installation. Overall, a great case for building a gaming PC and a high-performance workstation.
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| Cooler Master Stryker Full Tower Case Specifications | |
| Form Factor | Full Tower |
| Motherboard support | Micro-ATX, ATX, E-ATX, XL-ATX |
| Drive Bays | 5.25” x 9, 3.5” x 8 (convertible from 3x 5.25″ to 4x 3.5″ cages), 2.5” x 5 (internal) / 8 convertible from 3.5″ bays |
| Front Ports | USB 3.0 x 2, USB 2.0 x 2, Audio, Fan speed control buttons |
| Expansion Slots | 9+1 |
| CPU Cooler Height | 186mm |
| Graphics Card Length | 322mm |
| Fans & Cooling | Front: 120mm x2
Top: 200mm x1, or 140mm x2, or 120mm x2 Rear: 140mm x1, or 120mm x1 Bottom: 120mm x2 Mesh Front Panel |
| Features | Carrying Handle, 280mm Radiator support, 90 degrees rotatable 5.25 inches/3.5 inches combo cages, Transparent side panel, external SSD drive hot-swap dock, cable routing, tool-free drive installation |
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Some other High Airflow Full-Tower Cases
Best Airflow Cube Case
Here are the best airflow cube cases with a front mesh panel and high-airflow design.
Mini-ITX Cube Case
ATX Cube Case
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- Best Tempered Glass PC Cases for Building Gaming PC
- Best Dual System PC Cases for Building Gaming + Work PC
Final Words
So, if you want to build a PC with overall lower temperatures then these above-mentioned high-airflow cases are very good at their job. I have listed high-airflow cases for all major form factors and you can choose your desired case according to your needs or requirements. For best airflow performance, you should install high-performance airflow fans for much better cooling performance. If you have got any queries then please ask them by leaving a comment below.
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It is possible to put in a 240mm radiator on the Corsair SPEC-02 if you mount it in the front and remove the drive bays. It’s the configuration on my PC with the Arctic Liquid Freezer II 240. I just have to flip the fans so they act as intake.
Could be possible with some modifications Just check this for ideas https://forums.tomshardware.com/threads/can-i-fit-240-mm-aio-cooler-in-corsair-carbide-spec-1.3114962/