Silverstone RV02-EW vs Any other ~$180 case

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Explicit528

Discussion Starter · Jan 11, 2012

All in title, just wondering what do you guys think is the ebst case I can get with a budget of 180 bucks. However, there's one exception: DO NOT RECCOMMEND ANY COOLERMASTER HAF CASES. I personally find them terribly ugly, and the performance may be good, but I can't stand looking at such a horendous case. (It's simply my opinion.)

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repiv89

· #2 · Jan 11, 2012

A 650D? I was also considering an RV02-EW and RV-03 when I was getting a new case, but I settled on the good looks of the 650D. I love it so far!

http://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Obsidian-Aluminum-Enthusiast-Computer/dp/B004UE1W9K

Explicit528

Discussion Starter · #3 · Jan 12, 2012

Hmm...I like the look of the Silverstone better, but how does the 650D compare in terms or performance/temperatures?

repiv89

· #4 · Jan 12, 2012

I think the RV02-EW has better air cooling than the 650D, but what I didn't like about it was that it looks far too long for me. Have you checked out the RV03? It looks similar to the RV02-EW with a few differences. It is also quite a bit cheaper I think. The RV03 is also shorter in length, and has the unique HDD mounting, and the large amount of space for cable management.

Comes in two color schemes:

Silver stripes:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811163185

Gold Stripes:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811163180

kevininsimi

· #5 · Jan 12, 2012

I have the FT02 but I imagine the cooling is pretty much the same thing with the RV02. So with that said, I think the RV02 is the best choice for your price range because you get some epic air cooling that the Corsair cases can't come close to. I think the only downside with the case is the lack of space behind the motherboard to route all your cables through. Don't get me wrong, there's room in the back but it can be a tight squeeze so try to be neat when routing the cables. On a side note, it's definitely unique because the whole 90-degree motherboard mount. I'd go with the RV02

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Explicit528

Discussion Starter · #6 · Jan 12, 2012

I've heard that the RV02-EW outperforms the RV03, and what exactly does the 90 degree tilt mean? The mobo is placed in the case differently?

Makeo

· #7 · Jan 12, 2012

Quote:

Originally Posted by Explicit528

I've heard that the RV02-EW outperforms the RV03, and what exactly does the 90 degree tilt mean? The mobo is placed in the case differently?

sure is, its truned 90 degrees, heres my ft02 (same layout as the rv02)
http://www.overclock.net/t/584302/ocn-water-cooling-club-and-picture-gallery/16020#post_16100602

robert125381

· #8 · Jan 12, 2012

maybe a phantom or a nice lian li...

shineon2011

· #9 · Jan 12, 2012

Are you going to be watercooling?

Explicit528

Discussion Starter · #10 · Jan 12, 2012

No, will not be water cooling. And i'll have one 7970, possibly another in the future. No more than two... I would love to watercool, but it seems to complicated and too expensive. :S

PureBlackFire

· #11 · Jan 12, 2012

The Raven 02E is the winner. Hurry up and buy.

FLCLimax

· #12 · Jan 12, 2012

go with the RV02-E. you will not regret it.

Explicit528

Discussion Starter · #13 · Jan 12, 2012

Quote:

Originally Posted by FLCLimax

go with the RV02-E. you will not regret it.

Is there a difference between E and EW?

PureBlackFire

· #14 · Jan 12, 2012

Quote:

Originally Posted by Explicit528

Quote:

Originally Posted by FLCLimax

go with the RV02-E. you will not regret it.

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Is there a difference between E and EW?

The EW is white.

Explicit528

Discussion Starter · #15 · Jan 12, 2012

Quote:

Originally Posted by PureBlackFire

The EW is white.

Ah, thanks.

EDIT: Wait just a second...http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811163173

brucethemoose

· #16 · Jan 12, 2012

I would get this one
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811112337&Tpk=k9wx

Or wait for this
http://www.gelidsolutions.com/products/index.php?lid=1&cid=19&id=67

As personally, I think the Raven is ugly. But that's just me.

SchmoSalt

· #17 · Jan 12, 2012

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Originally Posted by kevininsimi

I have the FT02 but I imagine the cooling is pretty much the same thing with the RV02. So with that said, I think the RV02 is the best choice for your price range because you get some epic air cooling that the Corsair cases can't come close to. I think the only downside with the case is the lack of space behind the motherboard to route all your cables through. Don't get me wrong, there's room in the back but it can be a tight squeeze so try to be neat when routing the cables. On a side note, it's definitely unique because the whole 90-degree motherboard mount. I'd go with the RV02

Totally agree with you there.

As a FT02 owner myself I have to say I love almost everything about the case. There are a few details I don't like but they're insignificant details. The 90 degree rotation is certainly a plus. I don't ever want to go back to the usual layout which is a shame because I want a TJ07 (for water cooling) for my next build. Since the RV02 is extremely similar to the FT02 I would say go for it. You certainly won't regret it, especially if you seem to have the same tastes as me when it comes to cases (don't like the look of the HAF, like the look of Silverstones in general.)

PureBlackFire

· #18 · Jan 12, 2012

Quote:

Originally Posted by Explicit528

Quote:

Originally Posted by PureBlackFire

The EW is white.

Click to expand...

Ah, thanks.

EDIT: Wait just a second...http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811163173

The EW has a side window. Sorry I forgot..
Quote:

Originally Posted by brucethemoose

I would get this one
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811112337&Tpk=k9wx

Or wait for this
http://www.gelidsolutions.com/products/index.php?lid=1&cid=19&id=67

As personally, I think the Raven is ugly. But that's just me.

No Bruce...just no.

shineon2011

· #19 · Jan 12, 2012

Get the raven, also other choices...

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811112240

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