This $50 Micro ATX Case SLAYS... | Phanteks XT M3 Blackout Gaming PC Build
3,102#phanteks #pcbuild #asuspcdiy - Small size, huge value? That's definitely the vibes we're getting with the Phanteks XT M3, AND for under $50?! Well, let's talk about that...
Timecodes, though I don't recommend skipping for visual narrative reasons! (Quality headphones or speakers recommended throughout)
00:00 - Choices, Choices...
00:56 - Phanteks XT M3 Overview
02:05 - Motherboard Assembly
04:37 - Phanteks XT M3 Assembly
07:51 - Matt is now the Cable Master?
09:25 - Build Resumes...
10:28 - Noise Levels
10:53 - Airflow Visualization
11:18 - Cinematic & Desk Setup
13:27 - Coffee Thanks!
13:34 - Being a SATA cable Hurts... (MML COMICS)
It goes without saying that Micro ATX has been one of the most popular form factors featured on the channel, so it was only a matter of a time until the XT M3 from Phanteks landed on the build desk.
As noted, this version came without any fans as standard, the result... a price tag of just £49.99 here in the UK. It's hard to pick any faults at all with the price to value in mind! Sure, the materials aren't premium, but the XT M3 punches above it's weight when you consider any other cases sitting at a similar price.
With airflow and GPU compatibility in mind, this case is unmatched at the price too. I opted to install Phantek's own T30 fans throughout (we do love the T30's here on the channel) and the airflow exceeded my expectations, in part due to the well thought-out fan cut-outs around the chassis.
Final conclusion following build hardware list:
USA Amazon Links:
Case without fans: Coming soon
Case with fans: https://amzn.to/4gmPEWL
CPU: https://amzn.to/4lXCErH
GPU: https://amzn.to/3IatpXm
RAM Alternative: https://amzn.to/48b9lyy
MOBO: https://amzn.to/3I5fjqi
PSU: https://amzn.to/4phqugu
Cooler: https://amzn.to/4m0zLq3
9x Fans: https://amzn.to/3JPfyX6
Storage: https://amzn.to/483n8XY
Thermal Paste: https://amzn.to/3Ia8jZe
Keyboard: https://amzn.to/3V51BGN
Mouse: https://amzn.to/465AQqM
Desk Mat: https://amzn.to/3V7qku9
Monitor: https://amzn.to/46fEIFR
Espresso Machine: https://amzn.to/4apOwOY
UK Amazon Links:
Case without fans: https://amzn.to/4mQKNzp
Case with fans: Coming Soon
CPU: https://amzn.to/4m4CJdh
GPU: https://amzn.to/4niUlDi
RAM: https://amzn.to/46rPjP2
MOBO: https://amzn.to/4noMfsV
PSU: https://amzn.to/45SiJFX
Cooler: https://amzn.to/3JRaSjt
9x Fans: https://amzn.to/3JOSx6A
Storage: https://amzn.to/3JJJQKS
Thermal Paste: https://amzn.to/3I5fH8e
Keyboard: https://amzn.to/4mTW3LD
Mouse: https://amzn.to/4635UsF
Desk Mat: https://amzn.to/4gddswg
Monitor: https://amzn.to/45TB59F
Espresso Machine: https://amzn.to/40lcTsK
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The Phanteks XT M3 is by far one of the best value Micro ATX Cases I've had the pleasure of building with. Sure, it comes with a few catches, such as the limitation of just 120mm fans... but with that shortcoming aside, there's a lot to love with this one.
Premium build with a cheap case, or low budget build... the XT M3 ticks all the right boxes for small size with excellent compatibility.
Could you see yourself with the Phanteks XT M3? Let's chat in the comments!
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