In the market for a budget case

[XoRn]

Well title says it all. My current case just doesn't suit my taste (welcome to XoRn's poetry hour). Newegg.com - RAIDMAX Scorpio Case/Keyboard/Mouse ATX-868WBP/COMBO Black SECC Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case 420W Power Supply - Retail

Unfortunately my problem is, you get what you pay for, and well, I can't really afford much better. My price point is $75 (after MIR if one is included). These are the cases that have peeked my interest so far.

Diablo X-Man Silver ATX Mid-Tower Case with Clear Side, Front USB Ports and 480-Watt Power Supply CPXMAN-01 at TigerDirect.com
Newegg.com - NZXT Apollo ORANGE NP Orange SECC Steel Chassis ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Retail
Ultra eTorque ULT33180 Mid-Tower ATX Case - Black, Front USB, FireWire and Clear Side at TigerDirect.com

The only real thing I'm worried about is that a 8800GT will be able to fit comfortably in the case I pick.
Has anyone owned any of these cases? Is their any reason you whould/wouldn't recommend choosing one of them?

EDIT: Removed the Thermaltake.

[Stormcrow]

We have a review of the TT WingRS...avoid it. The others I have no experience with, but for a budget case I can give a glowing recommendation to this one:
Newegg.com - COOLER MASTER Centurion 5 CAC-T05-UW Black Aluminum Bezel , SECC Chassis ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Retail
Its a great case for the price, and the one I'm using right now. The filtered mesh really helps airflow, and I've got my 8800GTS in there with room to spare. Just remove the metal drivebay covers behind the bezel, and replace the fans with some good ones like the Antec Tricool and it keeps things nice and cool. Plenty of room too.

[XoRn]

Originally Posted by Stormcrow

We have a review of the TT WingRS...avoid it.

I actually removed it from the list because as I looked the the final four I had selected, it became apparent that I put it on for the brand name.

Originally Posted by Stromcrow

The others I have no experience with, but for a budget case I can give a glowing recommendation to this one:
Newegg.com - COOLER MASTER Centurion 5 CAC-T05-UW Black Aluminum Bezel , SECC Chassis ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Retail
Its a great case for the price, and the one I'm using right now. The filtered mesh really helps airflow, and I've got my 8800GTS in there with room to spare. Just remove the metal drivebay covers behind the bezel, and replace the fans with some good ones like the Antec Tricool and it keeps things nice and cool. Plenty of room too.

It definitely looks like it has functionality but I'm also looking for something with a bit more flare on the front bays. What ever I get I also plan on painting the base color a nice shiny orange because I'm a sucker for orange.

EDIT: Then again that case you posted will look a lot better in my eyes in orange anyways. lol

[simple_inhibition]

have you checked out the Cooler Master RC690? its a little bit out of your price range ($79.99 + $17.99 S&H) but its definitely worth it. a lot of times this case goes on sale too.

[stinger608]

The NZXT Apollo is a cool looking case for the money

Here is one that might spark an interest for you:
Newegg.com - Sunbeam Transformer IC-TR-B Blue Steel ATX Full Tower Computer Case - Retail

[XoRn]

Well I've narrowed it down to:
Newegg.com - NZXT Apollo ORANGE NP Orange SECC Steel Chassis ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Retail
and the
Newegg.com - Sunbeam Transformer IC-TR-B Blue Steel ATX Full Tower Computer Case - Retail

I should have mentioned from the start that I go to a lot of LAN parties, so something that looks intimidating is a huge plus. A few LED Fans will be going into my final decision to (and, I'll probably need help with that also. lol)

[azianai]

I'd go with the NZXT, good experiences with them.
i'd also recommend if you can swing the rebate, Antec900 from Microcenter.
Micro Center Online - the center of .computer shopping
59.99 after rebate, if you got a store nearby, saves on shipping and you get the 30 day return if there's any issues, dont gotta deal with RMA.

[Yellowhello]

I like the look of the NZXT, the Sunbeam just looks childish and plastic.

[Stormcrow]

I got the NZXT Guardian when it first came out, awesome little case and lasted until I upgraded again. You can find it for around 50 bucks now, and it comes in orange although Newegg doesn't stock that color. Much sleeker and better quality then the Transformer.

[stinger608]

Originally Posted by azianai

I'd go with the NZXT, good experiences with them.
i'd also recommend if you can swing the rebate, Antec900 from Microcenter.
Micro Center Online - the center of .computer shopping
59.99 after rebate, if you got a store nearby, saves on shipping and you get the 30 day return if there's any issues, dont gotta deal with RMA.

Wow, that is a great deal on the 900!!!!!!!
Good find Azianai