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Suggestions for Cabinet around INR 3000

15 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/suggestions-for-cabinet-around-inr-3000.174011/

BombayBoy
BombayBoy Original post #1
May 20, 2013 at 9:30 PM
Hi,

Please suggest a good cabinet around the price range of 3000 (+300 on the upside).

No local brands.

I am considering the NZXT Gamma, Cooler Master K350, CM N300, NZXT Source 210 and BitFenix Merc.

Thanks :)
The Incinerator
May 20, 2013 at 9:57 PM
Nzxt Source 210 Elite
Bitfenix Merc Alpha
BombayBoy
May 20, 2013 at 10:22 PM
Nzxt Source 210 Elite
Bitfenix Merc Alpha

but the K350s window is something that's looking attractive :oops:
you think the others are a better value for money proposition :2cents:
The Incinerator
May 21, 2013 at 10:14 AM
In a K350 you will have trouble fitting even a Hyper 212 !!!
saikiasunny
May 21, 2013 at 1:22 PM
Yup the source and the merc alpha are much better vfms.
BombayBoy
May 22, 2013 at 3:09 PM
In a K350 you will have trouble fitting even a Hyper 212 !!!

Thanks. But OC is not on the agenda now. Would you help me with some inputs?

Yup the source and the merc alpha are much better vfms.

Thanks. Could you please help me with the best rates that you can quote.
I checked the NZXT on primeabgb and they show it with a window, whereas, the official product lacks a window. :shock:
saikiasunny
May 22, 2013 at 7:27 PM
Well thats a nice price you are getting there. There are two versions- one with the window and one without.
Get the one you like.
BombayBoy
May 22, 2013 at 7:43 PM
Well thats a nice price you are getting there. There are two versions- one with the window and one without.
Get the one you like.

yes, i was at PrimeABGB today evening.
NZXT Gamma 2200
NZXT Source 210 (Window) 2800 :p

so i am going with the Source 210 Window then (but the problem is that the system will now be a Haswell)

confirmed with PrimeABGB boss (Sardarji) he instructed the staff to update the site about the arrival of Haswell and we should see it tomorrow on the website if they do their work :p

mobo's coming first week of June and processors coming June 10
pricing, 1000-2000 ka difference hoga (as compared to Ivy Bridge) was his reply when asked compared to Ivy Bridge :)
saikiasunny
May 22, 2013 at 8:27 PM
Well its your choice for which cpu you go for. In india you can't expect the old products to get cheaper when new ones arrive.
Also from what i've heard haswell cpus need special psus due to their low power features. Think bout that too.
As for the cabby, best of luck and post pics when yo get it.
BombayBoy
BombayBoy #10
May 22, 2013 at 9:26 PM
sure.

yes, read about the PSU requirement for Haswell. i ain't expecting a heavy price cut. but if i can shell out a bit more and get the latest, lets see. for now, i will only get the cabinet to start with. else, i will drift towards the PS4 ;)

will the pictures of only a cabinet suffice ;)
saikiasunny
May 22, 2013 at 10:36 PM
Yup! The cabby pics will do!
BombayBoy
BombayBoy #12
May 23, 2013 at 6:38 PM
Got it at INR 2900 today (they say price increased) :razz:

here are a few pictures (please ignore the quality or orientation) :doublethumb:

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thank you :)
saikiasunny
May 23, 2013 at 9:19 PM
Congrats man.
The window is quite nice actually!
saikiasunny
May 23, 2013 at 11:35 PM
Indian pricing :facepalm: