When assembling a new PC, it's tempting to buy a larger case – to be sure there's enough free space for additional fluid storage devices, drives, and fans. But in reality, few people actually take advantage of the space of large buildings. Howtogeek.com portal speakwhy you should think about buying a smaller system unit.
Full-size cases are a popular choice among many PC users, and for good reason. First of all, components of any size fit into a similar form factor: from large motherboards to unusually tall or wide fans, huge HCS systems, and large video cards. In addition, assembling the PC in such a case will be easier – at least thanks to careful cable management.
But based on practicality, is this additional space really necessary? How many people do you know who have put six drives, 10 fans, an LCD screen, a fully crammed motherboard, and a video card into their PC that wouldn't fit in smaller cases? If you don't hang out with people who are passionate about collecting high-end computers, it's unlikely to happen. And even those who actually buy the supplement ingredients may not actually use them.
Another downside to full-size containers is their size and weight. They take up more space, which is why the system unit may have to be moved from the table to the floor, where it will be hotter and collect more dust. Additionally, full-tower cases are much more difficult to transport – they're harder to transport or even simply move if you suddenly want to rearrange the room.
Are there any alternatives? Yes, and worthy people are there. Those who prefer larger cases should take a closer look at mid-sized models – the mid-size option. They are much more compact than full-tower cases, but at the same time offer significantly more free space than small mini-tower and mini-ITX cases.
Even in a mid-tower segment, the choice will be quite wide. And if you want to install a motherboard for additional slots in an ATX system device, you can find a model that supports those boards. Although, as practice shows, ATX boards are too much for most ordinary users.
Instead of paying too much for an extension that doesn't give you any tangible benefits, you can save money and buy a mini tower, putting a small microATX motherboard inside. Mini cabinets take up less space than medium cabinets but still retain practicality. Yes, it will be more difficult to assemble the system and arrange the cables beautifully, but the result will be more aesthetic and there will be no unnecessary gaps in the system unit.
Perhaps the main argument in favor of mini towers is style. A PC in a small case will look great on a desk without taking up too much space. Furthermore, you shouldn't worry about cooling the system: although large units have higher air circulation potential, you can only get the most out of the system by adding dozens of fans. If you put a high-quality cooling system in a miniature box, there will be no problems.
