Gigabyte 3D Aurora

[Sumgai]

I wanted to get some input on this case if there's anyone here who has one and would care to give some feedback. My biggest concern is it's compatibility with the hardware I'd like to put in it (In my sig). My biggest concern is the PSU cable lenth, Vs. the case/mobo layout. I haven't gotten a chance to see that PSU in person and actually compare it to any others, so I don't want to run into an issue when this stuff arrives at my door and has cooperation issues. The only other concern I had was in regards to the video card fitting without clearance and airflow issues. It says 8800 GTS in the signature, but in all reality I'll most likely be going with an 8600 GT/Ultra since they'll be released by the time I get to that point. Those dimensions remain unknown at least for another month or so, so I'll have to hop that hurdle when it presents itself. Thanks for any input you might have for me on this subject, I appreciate it.

[Capper]

Very nice looking case indeed, and the reviews around the web cast a very positive light on the Aurora. Check these reviews out, and let us know if you get one

Legion Hardware
3dGameMan.com - #735 - Gigabyte 3D Aurora 570 Case
Gigabyte 3D Aurora 570 review
Gigabyte 3D Aurora 570 Aluminum Chassis Review - PCSTATS.com
bit-tech.net | Gigabyte 3D Aurora 570
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[Sumgai]

Thanks Capper! The video review was excellent, I'll be looking to that site in the future. Thanks for your help.

[Tyreal]

The Gigabyte Aurora is a very nice case. I took a good look at it when I was considering a new case. Unfortunately, the side mesh panel just doesn't appeal to me. The front looks good, especially in the dark with the blue glow coming out of the holes.

[polobunny]

Originally Posted by Tyreal

The Gigabyte Aurora is a very nice case. I took a good look at it when I was considering a new case. Unfortunately, the side mesh panel just doesn't appeal to me. The front looks good, especially in the dark with the blue glow coming out of the holes.

You can always put the window. ;D

[Tyreal]

Didn't know it came with one. Regardless, the window is too small for me.

[polobunny]

Originally Posted by Tyreal

Didn't know it came with one. Regardless, the window is too small for me.

Too small?! It's a pretty big window, if you ask me. What exactly are you defining as a big window?

[Tyreal]

Something like this size:
Swiftech Quiet Power™ P180 with Window Pre-assembled Liquid Cooled Barebone Products Model: QP-P180-BOW [QP-P180-BOW] : Performance-PCs.com, ... sleeve it and they will come

[Sumgai]

Yeah, I agree with Tyreal on the mesh - I'm not a big fan of it either - but after I found out it comes packaged with the optional window I'm still sold on it. I like bigger windows as well, but this one is tasteful. I like the fact that it doesn't expose the HD cages, and still allows a nice view of what I think really matters when showing off: The video card and the CPU/Heatsink. I guess I'm just a sucker for a black case with blue lighting. It matches my mouse and keyboard too (I gotta have everything match perfectly or it would annoy the hell out of me) so that's another purely aesthetic plus. The more I read about this case, the more committed I am to it. Hell, I can even go the water cooling route in the future if I want or need to.

[Tyreal]

Maybe this case deserves another look over.



hmmm... I find myself liking this case more. The window still seems a bit small but atleast it's a window! Can anyone tell me if the front panel is metal?