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Which one of these 3 cases to choose ?

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I'm wondering which one of these 3 cases would you guys choose for air cooling PC

NZXT Phantom 530 - 130 Euro

Phanteks Enthoo Pro - 120 Euro

Cooler Master Storm Trooper - 140 Euro

What are the pros and cons of each of these cases ?

I like the looks of NZXT Phantom 530 and CM ST but the most important part for me about case is air cooling, I wont water cool my PC and I don't know should I install any fans to these cases either.
 
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Phanteks Enthoo Pro
 
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Jusst did a build using the Enthoo Pro--easiest build I've done. The whole case can be disassembled down to the bare metal and allows for putting fans/rads in just
about any place. Bought a couple of extra fans to add to it. Used Antec P series cases before but this was much easier. Well-built and good air flow especially for the
price. Filters aren't as easily accessible as would like but other than that am well-pleased with this case.
 
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Not saying it is the best, just giving my experience with it. Haven't used the other two cases. My choice honestly was based on having a case that had the
USB ports on the front of the case! Hard to find that today. Really liked the other aspects of the Enthoo Pro so that was the case for me. Easy mount HD
trays, fan hub on the back of the MB tray, SSD mount also on rear of tray. Cases are pretty specific to the user, sort of like cars and women.

Also had an option for no side window on the Pro which I wanted. Looked at Fractal Define R4/R5--USB ports in wrong place. Corsair 750--too big and had a side window. Corsair 330 R not enough USB front ports. Just personal preferences.
 
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