#1062 - Antec P193 Case Video Review

[coldlettersofficial]

Can I put the EVGA SR2 in this thing?

[WhiteRAZOR]

I hope you do the V3 version of this case. I'm still trying to find out what the differences are. It's not easy comparing words on the site.

[pitiflauticus]

@WhiteRAZOR if I am not wrong the V3 is just the same case but with an USB3 port and a motherboard tray cutout to install CPU coolers without all the hassle of removing the motherboard tray

[WhiteRAZOR]

@pitiflauticus ah neat... how to wonder why the different country versions differ :/ For example, the P180 I got in Australia didn't have the watercooling pipes holes at the back, the area behind the motherboard for cables, or the fan controls at the back :(

[Demazcus]

when he said first at the low speed i wondered why he didnt turn it on.

[bennethos]

thank you very much for the review I liked it, just what i was looking for

[AarenMusic]

No, series like those start on #1000

[oobeedoob]

show me a better case!

[bennonator]

two ... on .... each .... side ... panel

[coolzidedown]

there has only been ONE case that i havent seen you review... lol

[MrComputereviews]

no front fans

[IThrewIt0nTheGround]

whenever I do builds I just instinctively check your opinions on cases first now. If you haven't reviewed it the case isn't worth my time ha ha.

[pootubeftw]

im still missing the option to manually REMOVE the honeycomb grills for lower noise and better air movement. being forced to cut it away using a plier is neither optimal or particularly fun...can't believe they still haven't made that an option. considering what they're charging for this case they really can't blame production cost either.

it can only be a thumbs down.

[Zillamp3z]

Fail, "Antec 902" its Antec 900 Two

[SheliaVanessae]

There is Trying to Asian brides "busizz4me.info"

[markusblomstrand92]

I'm gonna buy this chassi :-) Does anyone know which computer chassi fans that are the most quiet ones but still manage to cool good? I know noctuas are good... tips?

[wwyk1993]

@markusblomstrand92 Cooler Master R4.

[Disinf3ctant]

Whatever components you put in this case will get raped with air... In complete silence.

[mastorione]

This is an awesome series, I have the previous p180 and p183, and these cases are cool(in more ways than one) and extremely quiet. Plan to get this on my next build, because i had to take out the middle drive to install a 5870 in my p183.

[r0b0kar]

that hdd storage area is for weed.

[GrimTheToad]

seems like a rip off for its price, the HAF-X is cheaper and seems much better

[bubinasuit]

HOLY SHIT YOU'VE DONE 1062 REVIEWS??!!

[GrimTheToad]

@bubinasuit hes done 1160 now =)

[RevaqOfTheLight]

This is a 101% Kick Ass Product!

[agetaco]

A metallic board on side was removed and tape LED was put up to the fan.

[bananskalet1]

is this case better than the Corsair 800D case?

[NudeNuke]

@bananskalet1 nooooooo

[SimpleAffairHQ]

@bananskalet1 nope...corsair800D is way better..

[bananskalet1]

@SimpleAffairHQ I know I have it now :D:D

[professorkranz]

thank you,very useful

[lostpacket]

you talk like a retard

[LFCforEver12341]

@lostpacket you, are a retard.

[larsenmark277]

no fans in the front?

[PaganWitchDoctor]

they are optional, which means you have to buy and install them yourself.

[larsenmark277]

This or Antec Twelve Hundred (1200)

[jamesnuutinen]

@larsenmark277

Antec twelve hundred hands down.

[skefrank]

Very nice reviews, good work :)

[uzaiyaro]

What's the point of a black interior when there's no window?

[JodaSFU]

I have a P182 atm and I'm considering getting a new case because my GPX295 is overheating. Could anyone tell me if the GPU cooling on this case is significantly better than the P182, or I might as well stick with my old one?

[venom55520]

no, your gtx295 shouldn't overheat in a case like that, either rma it, or reapply thermal paste if you're daring. word of warning though, this voids the warranty for some companies.

[guerillacity]

I would defo consider this, ive had the p180 for 3 years now and its quiter than my ps3, and i have like 6 120mm fans in it.

[genxdarkangel]

The case looks good, but you sound like a robot. =(

[johnyrockshell]

i like the "Performance One" series fro m Antec

[agetaco]

Is the number of the attached key different everything?

Though I am the 905th.

[GGGunitNextLevel]

A psycho fanboy no-lifer gave thumbs down to all comments..

[COGHwilliam]

Can the fans be replaced by 120mm fans instead?

[kscrossfire]

Wow ,so ugly left side panel.

[Nefus2]

Yes but since It´s so big and heavy most people might hide it under their desks. And the sidefan means cooler graphicscard.

[PocketDrummer]

@kscrossfire

Yep, it's not very pretty. But, it's functional.... unless you have my cooler (the Noctua NH-U12P SE2). I'm not sure if the 200mm fan is removable, but I would have to remove it to fit my cooler. :_(

Does anyone have another other recommendation for a super-quiet case that can cool really hot systems?

[Whambadambadamdoo]

looks like there are only holes for 140s

[PocketDrummer]

Looks all good and well, except when you consider that they removed an entire layer (outer metal), and the fact that, like the p180, the damn thing will warp and peel apart like a mutated orange.

I'm tossing my Antec asap.

[PocketDrummer]

@PocketDrummer

How did I get thumbed down for THAT response? It's the truth.... shall I reply with a video review of the crap quality of the P180?

[koza43]

Superb review. 5stars. Keep on good work!

[doohuh]

This case is sick. Makes mine look like shit - giving me more reason to invest in one. :D

[RareAspie]

Can ATI 5970 graphics cards fit in this case?

[I9kieran94]

should do, because the 5970 is 13.5" and this case takes up to 14.5, 15" at a push. :)

[RareAspie]

Thanks for replying. I like the look of this case a lot. I think Antec cases are great. I have an Antec Fusion media centre case. I have my current PC using it. Which looks great connected to my TV.

[I9kieran94]

yeh no problem mate, although just to make sure, u could always check with 3dGM himself. He will know for sure.

[Maz1989]

will the cosair h50 work well with this case?

[4StrokeRage]

dont know but i might very well be finding out soon

[4StrokeRage]

i know for a fact that it works exceptionally well with my antec 900 that i modded a little bit

[90102noob]

very very very very very very very good case

[agetaco]

I will surely buy this.

Of course, with cp850

[ambientmf]

Proprietary form factors are fail.

Even if it does take off, you'll only be able to use Antec cases.

Get an Antec Quattro PSU

[dloader7979]

This is the Manufacturer Response:The maximum height for heat sink fans with the P193 is 140mm. The P193 is designed for great performance in mind. The 200mm ensures that the components will always receive ample cooling. P193 means you DONT need to use massive, expensive heat sinks to get maximum performance.

[MrSeniledementia]

I didn't solve the problem yet.

I think antec won't listen my complains but I'll try anyway. Firstable I should read the specs and see if the mention it because they must it.

For now I am assembling the whole PC so when I'll finish I'll try to contact antec and I'lsuggest them to bring me a side without the 200 mm fan as I've seen in other similar models.

In the meantime I'm going to leave the case semiopened, I mean, I can close the case usign the bottom screw. On the top there's 1cm aperture.

[MrSeniledementia]

Hi,

I've got a problem. I purchased this case 2 days ago with a thermalright ultra120 extreme and it doesn't fit. This heatsink is about 160mm so it blocks the possibility to lock properly the case because the 200mm fan is in it way.

I don't think lapping the heatsink solve this problem so I am a little bit stuck with it.

any suggestions?

thx in advance.

[JonSilvers]

Have you contacted antec online service?

That is a big problem cause Major of the best cpu cooler are 160mm hight,i have noctua and fits p182,but I have planned to buy 193 in deceber or january so this will be also a problem for me.After you solve that thing tell me how. :) best luck

[JonSilvers]

The only disadvantage this case have is problem with 160mm cpu heatsinks,but there is a NH-C12P.If you does not menage with thermalright ultra120,or there is some scythe coolers to.

and except it isn`t a 100% kickass product :)

[s4jt]

About the hole for the cooler's retention plate in the motherboard tray-thingie, why is it necessary?

[hakadvocaten]

I think so you can remove your cpu-cooler without removing your motherboard from the case.

[wexa89]

Nice review i bought that case today i am really happy whit it :) only cost me 130 euros lol

[Kuula10]

i also just got mine it has good cooling

[dacasman]

thats one sexy case!

[boredgunner]

I love how negative comments always get thumbs down. This case is a waste of money. You can get the CM HAF 932 for cheaper, which has better potential airflow, much better for water cooling, has better cable management, and is easier to work with due to tool free designs and the CPU retention hole. Antec needs to step up their case game, they're behind.

[worthyofgod1]

Yer. well i built mates rig with a haf and it was just too big and bulky.. i beleive this one has beter potential... well... think bout it.. take rivits off, paint black.. cut window in side.. volla..

[THEBIGGESTPENISEVER]

you are absolutely right BORREDGUNNER i dont know why everyone clics on negative comment on your comment?? inconvinients of this case.. too much spending money on the case with just 4 small ventilators just , no place for big cpu cooler what is favorite thing for the real gamers.OC for the same money you can get Tagan el diablo advanced or how this guy said haf 932. or spanish Thermaltake Spedo advanced... This product is bad for the real gamers...

[Radida]

I also tried a poweerfull processor but Id recomend using water cooling for intense gaming. still is the quitest of all cases Ive seen so far. I used zalman reserator and is amazingly quiet. In the future more ppl will use water cooling instead of traditional fans.

[coldroll6]

You have almost the same chair as mine

[marcinwajdzik]

And about the video - this is more like OVERVIEW, than a REVIEW. Cons? Much, much more than a hole in a plate, removable MB tray or black interior. Really. But to know that one must really TEST the case, not just make short video of it.

[GoaTseTung]

Agreed... actually it's basically a commercial.

[marcinwajdzik]

Just bought it, and after 2 weeks, I am really disappointed. You may say many things about this case, but it's NOT quiet and NOT cool. My PC is: i7-920 (no OC), P6T WS-Pro, HD4890, 6GB ram, 4x HDD. I'd say averge PC today, nothing too fancy. On Intel box cooling 92 Celsius in stress, no matter how I set fans speed in case. After changing for Noctua cooler 62 deg in stress, 46 idle. Side panels are very heavy, and difficult to close. Overall it's not too bad, but needs much improvement.

[asxefv]

i agree i bought p183 and it's not rocking

[Carefreeblues]

everything is a kickass product with this guy. sad really.

[chkienfoot3]

im up thumbing up your comment really but im thinking mayb he onyl picks the "kickass" products ut it also depends what he means by kick ass ah well i agre to your comment you shouldnt be down thumbed

[THEBIGGESTPENISEVER]

about kickass and 100% kickass products is just Rodneys opinion not yours

every person should have their own opinion!!!

Rodneys kickass or 100% is shettish idea

every person have their own opinion again!!!

[90102noob]

yeah i kinda agree and i understand what you mean. I personally think this is a 100 percent kickass case but thats what think. like i know a few people that read thi guys reviews and there omg it didnt get a 100 percent kickass rating it must suck.

[GoaTseTung]

I agree, what's the point of a review if everything is "great" - when things are clearly different?

[bananskalet1]

where can i get a new door for this case??

[stuntnisse1]

jag har skurit ut den o satt 3mm plexi och gjort håll och satt galler för 20cm fläkten. funkar fint ser mycket bättre än orginal ialf testa våga måste man :D

[marcusnns]

at wallmart!

[lektronk]

what do you need a black interior if you cant see it anyways... not a worthy comment that one i think

[sh1kaNara]

agree

[poor750]

that's true. Sorry i thumb down ur comment.

[marcusnns]

go buy Antec, if that's the case! :)

[tinymouse2]

Hmm

What's the airflow like if you had 2 120mm fans put into the front slots but with the front panel closed?

Or does it go through that grate thingy?

[oXoAeternooXo]

@ 1:16

[tinymouse2]

That's just saying there is ventilation. Does that mean that it will take air through the 120mm fans?

Doesn't matter anyway =) Got a HAF 922

[kozes]

'a hole on the motherboard tray for the coolers retention plate'-- does that mean you have to drill your own holes in order for you to have a cooler installed?

[cheese2396]

i think he means there isnt a hole to install a retention plate while the motherboard is in the case

in other words, you have to take the motherboard out to put on a retention plate

[mvp7747]

man... i would totally get this case if it werent for that fugly side panel fan

why cant they add 2 top exhaust fans to the p183? then it would be perfect...

[playingxboxtoday]

agreed. i wish my p183 had better airflow so I wouldnt have to run the fans n high all the time. antec makes great products, its just 50% them look fugly.

[Carefreeblues]

matter of personal taste really. Personally I prefer antec cases, those over the top shiny cases just aren't my style.

[smellydude84]

Will the switchs on the Scythe Kaze Master Ace fit right on the case door or the door wont close? anyone know

[ShadowHawX932]

I have an Antec 1200 but I hate it and I'm considering getting this

[sora778]

why do you hate it, I have one and its kickass.

[ryanbycraft]

It's pretty loud tbh

[krille757]

Antec nine hundrted rules

[chinchoweed]

dick ass

[krille757]

why because i was in a hurry and wirte wrong??!!! or that antec 900 is bad??!!!

[jeutie]

Antec 900 is a pretty good case,

I use it myself :-)

[jdwn67]

i have an antec 1200 its a very good case

[ktchong]

1200 is too freaking big and heavy.

[BrytaPlanka]

This looks awsome. If this case would use the Silverstone Raven RV01 vertical cooling solution It would be perfected.

[newsk1]

I just discovered this review site. I REALLY enjoy his reviews.

[ovie707]

this is a nice case it would have looked nice with some led lights tho

[PorchDinkey]

did you say "honey cum?'

[0sebastiank0]

wow nice

But I prefer my 1200

[utexastom]

Thanks for posting this review! I got the p193..amazing case. Very quiet on the medium fan setting and large enough to where I think I'll be keeping this case for a long long time.

[r31ncarnat3d]

This case is a bit too much for me, I much prefer the simplicity and the clean look of the P180 more.

[msimpson94]

+1 .

[dabu001]

"very... easily...removed..."

[BertrumPantyshield]

5:13 - Bwacket. I only include this because it is the first time I have ever heard Rodney mis-pronounce something. Good review as always though!

[Tomymdobson]

I have been looking for a case for ages and cant find a good one :(

This looks crap.

Could you help me find a case that is under £100

And with a window :) and good ventilation:)

Thank you for your Help...:)

[GSCrepresentative]

How much is the Antec 1200?

That ones got everythign you listed plus its massive and it looks cool

[biggus90]

from what i can remember about £100, dunno about $

[GSCrepresentative]

Oh ye right, I was thinking pounds

my bad.

[eraserheads78]

I have the 1200 and its pain in the a## in removing the dust filters, you have to open everything and remove all the screws. I hate it when its time to clean the dust filters!!!

[Lukesayshello]

Yet again an excellent review, keep them coming!

[hangworm]

lmao i could swear he has changed the way he speaks after i posted my review on the Cooler Master Storm Scout review. (i did it for a school assignment and i talked like him to mimic him) lol anyway great review. i cant wait for the review on the haf 922.

[brydon10]

I hate that thing on the side, i'd take my p182 over this new case

[TheLogick]

Better than I thought it would be. Its around £140 in the UK, pricey, but I suppose you get what you pay for. Great review :)

[HannesBengtsson]

Revomeable motherboard tray everytime! :P

[daimportant1]

same as the p183 except 2 added fans 200m and top 120m and it take extended mb

just buy p183 cheaper quieter and smaller :P

[fickie321]

The original was cleaner

[thakilla943]

Wow! this case is awesome. Will buy it to next computer :P

[dlospi]

hope Lian Li will send you a pc-p50, Rodney ^^

I really need that review

[t1mmy13]

Sweet case! Gonna buy that one day :|

[VHRobi]

Very Ugly Case but the features and functionality is "100% Kickass" :D

Review very good.. Thank you.

5*****

[schizo3177]

how can you say it's ugly !

one of the best looking case's about.

[XxGlamisDunerxX]

That's just your opinion

[VHRobi]

there are different Taste in the World. Someone say is Ugly the others is Beauty :D

But it is really a Kickass Product, very nice features.. if i could i would change my TTArmor to have this P193

[mvp7747]

the p183 looks good... just the side fan shit sticking out looks retarded

i would get this case if it didnt have that side fan tumor

[Rowdyeh]

Another nice review, thanks Rodney.

[ironeagle69]

looks expensive...

although i'd like a less sound intensive case

[iamjesper]

excellent case thanks rodney

[seafury]

I LOVE RODNEY REYNOLDS!

[grahamnp]

Don't understand why the cheapest model, the P180 mini, is painted on the interior but the more expensive models are not.

[StJimmyPyro]

Near silent? Sounds to be one of the louder ones you've reviewed.

I like the design of the case though.

[kekekwon]

WASUP RODNEY

[hexsoap111]

what an amazing case

[shyboy2cute]

sooo... is the mother board removable?

[EnT271]

no its fried on the side panel,

[smellydude84]

this is either love or hate it case.

and i <3 it

[DirtyDanny95]

Ugh, IMO Antec is screwing with already great cases. Ugly side panel and two fans at the top?

They need to make more variety.

[dacooter]

cant hear it over my antec nine hundred

[Jiraya12345]

can't hear it over my Gigabyte 3D Mercury...

[V4LENT1NE]

Damn that is nice looking, may be an upgrade for me in the future, nice review Rodney!

[blaze909]

impressive except for the front door , just hate it ! lol

[Lvaneede]

that big thing sticking out the side panel looks ugly.

The rest of the case is good though

[doomtomb3]

Antec woulda been smarter to put the option for two 120mm fans in the top so you could also mount a radiator for watercooling.

[zoop425]

you could use a 2x140 rad?

[doomtomb3]

Unfortunately, that's not that common. It just seems like it wouldn't have taken much on Antec's part to put some extra holes for the 120mm fans but I guess you can always mod it.

[DavidsTechShow101]

Although I think the P182 looks better

[DavidsTechShow101]

I was so pissed just bought the P182 then like a week later the P183s came out

[KoutaFG]

Quiet, I coudn't hear it on low and could just hear it on the two other settings, maybe not a gaming reg with over clocking but this case would make a nice soft gamer or a media computer.

Thanks a again for the new video, keep up the great work.

[ThingsontheWeb]

Antec make great cases

[XboxXXX]

that's loud... nice space inside and good cable management though

[magzire]

You are one ugly mother fucker

[sk8erbballkid]

whats up with the tumor on the side?

[Bored00m]

ugliest case of the year award

[jacobmccravy]

thank god you agree with me lol its so ugly

[Bored00m]

lol yup, that is the ugliest case I have ever seen. It has absolutely no aesthetic value whatsoever.

wtf was the design team smoking?

[d4rksektor]

I wholeheartedly agree. It kind of seems like most new cases these days look like crap. Why couldn't Antec just have stuck with their old P180 design? I've been meaning to find a replacement case for my Antec Nine Hundred, but I find it hard to find a new case that has better and more features AND looks just as good. The only case that seems to have both of those qualities is the HAF 922, which looks amazing.

[Bored00m]

check out the cooler master sniper case. I think it is really well designed and looks awesome.

although it is one of those cases that you will either love or hate to death. lol