Great Micro ATX Case
I really like this CiT F3 case. It is an excellent option for anyone building a small Micro ATX home/gaming PC. The exterior design is both stylish and basic (basic in a good way). I love that the I/O ports include not only a USB 3.0 port but also both SD and mini SD ports, although I have mix feelings with their location. It is great that the I/O ports are easily accessible on the top of the case, but they also have the potential of getting dust/debris inside. The clear side window is great, letting you see the nice black interior and fan lighting. The two 120mm LED fans are also nice and so far they have been quiet. Although not a big deal, the fans are powered by either a 3pin or molex connector, so adjusting their speeds might not be as straight forward as some might wish. The airflow seems to be very good, having ventilation at the front, back and on top of the case and space for a couple of more fans if needed. It has a surprisingly spacious interior and a recessed back panel for some cable management (a modular PSU would still be a good choice for this case, but not necessary). The case also has some good locations to mount an HDD and SSD, including a removable HDD bay. On the down side, the plastic front & top panels seem a bit fragile and could break if removed incorrectly and I would have loved to have seen an Optical Drive bay included, but for the price of the case I can't really complain.
Pros:
Nice Design
Good air flow
Quiet LED fans (with room for more fans)
USB 3.0 and both SD & mini SD ports
Recessed back panel for cable management
Price!!!
Cons:
Potential dust build-up in I/O ports on top of the case
Top/front plastic panels seem fragile
No optical drive bay
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned