Best Slim, Compact & Small ATX Cases 2018 – Buyer’s Guide

We rated, reviewed, & compared the smallest ATX cases across various budgets. These cases are perfect for a HTPC or a compact gaming build.
Best Small, Compact & Slim ATX Cases
Name | Support | VGA | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | Cooler Master HAF XB II EVO | ATX | 334mm | |
![]() | Corsair Carbide 400C | ATX, EATX | 334mm | |
![]() | Riotoro CR1080 | ATX | 300mm | |
![]() | Corsair Air 540 | ATX, EATX | 320mm | |
![]() | Thermaltake Core G3 | ATX | 310mm |
Cooler Master HAF XB II EVO
What We Loved
- Portable
- Great Build Quality
- Great Airflow
- Great cable management
What We Didn’t Like
- Industrial looks (Unless it’s something you are okay with)
Corsair Carbide 400C
What We Loved
- ample space for a mid-tower
- Great cable management
- Elegant looks
What We Didn’t Like
- None
Riotoro CR1080
What We Loved
- Very inexpensive
- Great visuals
- Low profile
What We Didn’t Like
- Side panel budge (It provides extra clearance)
Corsair Air 540
What We Loved
- Dual Chamber Cube Design
- Excellent cable management
- Great airflow
What We Didn’t Like
- Very expensive
- Doesn’t come pre-equipped with enough dust filters
Thermaltake Core G3 Slim ATX
What We Loved
- Very slim and supports horizontal orientation
- Premium build quality
- Great airflow
- Inexpensive
What We Didn’t Like
- None