Introduction
Its time for another graphics card launch, but this one has been kept under wraps by Nvidia until CES in Las Vegas. Nvidia are announcing their new RTX 4070Ti graphics card, which was originally going to be branded as an RTX 4080 12GB variant. But after much backlash, Nvidia decided to ‘unlaunch’ their card and go back to the drawing board with a better name and price tag.
We’ve covered the performance metrics of this GPU in a number of other articles, but today we’re going to be delving into the size of this powerful card, along with the cases we would recommend.
The RTX 4070Ti isn’t quite as big as its predecessors, but we would still recommend erring on the side of caution, as this card is still bigger than the majority of other options on the market.
Suggested Article: Palit GameRock Premium Edition GeForce RTX 4070Ti
Our Picks At A Glance
Keep reading for a more in-depth coverage of each PC case in this roundup!
A solid budget choice with a mesh design.
A versatile mid-tower case suitable for most builds.
A compact design that caters for the RTX 4070Ti.
A large and luxurious case to showcase components.
A premium design with heavy focus on RGB.
The Best Cases for an RTX 4070Ti PC Build
Without anymore deliberations, here are the best cases to pair up with Nvidia’s most recent addition to the market, the RTX 4070Ti. We’ve covered a range of options from budget designs all the way up to expensive and enthusiasts towers.
1. Lian Li Lancool 215
👑The best budget case.
Introduction
First off in our roundup is Lian Li’s Lancool 215 case. The Lancool 215 has been a popular mainstay in the budget market due to its compact mesh design that allows for plenty of upgrade room. The front of the case is equipped with two 200mm ARGB fans and one at the rear, providing a clear push-pull configuration through your system so air can freely move through your components. This case is absolutely ideal for those building a smaller, more portable system but want plenty of room for a variety of large components.
Lian Li’s Lancool 215 is one of the smaller options in this roundup sporting a max GPU length of 370mm, but it has a vast amount of support for large components including E-ATX motherboards, and 200mm fans. Although this won’t necessarily be the go-to option for consumers purchasing the 4070Ti, the excellent price point serves as a budget entry if you’re looking to save some more money on the rest of your components.
Key Specs
| Spec | Lian Li Lancool 215 |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Mid-Tower |
| Max GPU Length | 370mm |
| Motherboard Support | Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX, E-ATX (280mm) |
| PSU Support | ATX |
Things We Like
200mm preinstalled fans: The Lancool 215 comes with two preinstalled ARGB 200mm fans. These fans should provide plenty of airflow whilst also keeping the system quieter due to not needing to spin at a high RPM.
Strong motherboard support: Generally speaking, E-ATX motherboards tend to be an outlier when it comes to support. However, the Lancool 215 does offer support for large motherboard up to 280mm which is great to see.
Great mesh design: Mesh front panels are all the rage nowadays, so it’s great to see this on the Lancool 215. This front panel should aid with airflow and thermals across the entire build, whilst also adding flair if mesh takes your fancy.
Things We Don’t Like
GPU clearance is cutting it fine: Although the Lancool 215 does have enough clearance to fit the RTX 4070Ti, consumers will have to look at their other component choices to ensure that airflow and clearance isn’t restricted.
Summary
Lian Li’s Lancool 215 is an awesome budget-oriented case with a strong feature set. Consumers can install a plethora of large components, including E-ATX motherboards. Although this case is slightly weaker on the design front, the low price point makes this case worth a consideration.
Pros
- Comes with three preinstalled RGB fans.
- Supports E-ATX motherboards.
- Excellent price point.
Cons
- Limited clearance.
- Doesn’t support the biggest E-ATX options.
Where to Buy
Buy the Lian Li Lancool 215 on:
2. Cooler Master TD500 Mesh
👑The best mesh case.
Introduction
Next up is our best mesh case, the Cooler Master TD500 Mesh. Much like the Lancool 215, this case offers a compact, mesh-based mid-tower design with a vast amount of internal space for large components. This case comes with a set of three pre-installed ARGB fans which can be plugged into included hub that contains extra fan headers for those sporting large radiators. The TD500 Mesh has a versatile set of options for cooling and motherboards, giving you plenty of options for a variety of different build types and styles.
One of the biggest areas that we love about the TD500 Mesh is the overall aesthetic. Cooler Master have spiced up the more traditional ‘metal box’ style design with a polygonal front panel, and a crystalline tempered glass side panel. This case isn’t the peak of design, however I feel the majority of consumers will be very happy with the overall aesthetic, helping users achieve an awesome looking build.
Key Specs
| Spec | Cooler Master TD500 Mesh |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Mid-Tower |
| Max GPU Length | 410mm |
| Motherboard Support | Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX, E-ATX |
| PSU Support | ATX |
Things We Like
Awesome design: Cooler Master‘s other cases tend to be more basic-looking, sporting a more traditional design. However, the TD500 Mesh is one of their best looking options featuring an awesome tempered glass side panel, alongside an angular front mesh panel. Not to mention you can also pick up this chassis in black or white.
Included fan/RGB hub: Over the years we’ve seen the amount of fans and RGB significantly increase. Cooler Master’s TD500 Mesh has accounted for this by including a hub. This allows users to plug in up to 4 RGB and fan headers at one time, which can be controlled with the MasterPlus+ software.
Polygon front mesh panel: As we’ve mentioned previously, the TD500 features a mesh front panel. This more open design provides unobstructed and unhindered airflow, aiding thermals across the entire system.
Things We Don’t Like
V2 is an available option: Cooler Master very recently released their V2 version of this particular case upgrading some quality of life features. Although the TD500 Mesh is an excellent standalone case, the V2 may provide some additional benefits at a slightly increased cost.
Slightly older IO: The TD500 Mesh does have some decent options when it comes to USB ports, but due to the age of the case, these ports use the USB 3.2 Gen1 standard.
Summary
Cooler Master’s TD500 Mesh is one of our favourite cases in the GeekaWhat offices. This chassis has plenty of great quality of life features that make building a much simpler process, whilst including three RGB fans, alongside a hub to control all of your lighting and fan curves.
Pros
- Awesome looking aesthetic.
- Comes with three preinstalled fans and a hub.
- Excellent airflow.
Cons
- V2 is a slightly better case.
- Front IO is slightly outdated.
Where to Buy
Buy the Cooler Master TD500 Mesh on:
3. Thermaltake The Tower 100
👑The best Mini-ITX case.
Introduction
Thermaltake‘s Tower 100 is an awesome Mini-ITX design that offers a huge amount of space for a variety of components. We’ve recommended this case a number of times, and it recently featured in one of our PC builds with an RTX 4090! The Tower 100 comes with two pre-installed fans for plenty of airflow, and three tempered glass windows for a full view into your build and way to show your components off in all of their glory. With plenty of space for large graphics cards, the Tower 100 is perfect for those that are looking to build a gaming system within a versatile compact and portable case.
As a small point to note, the Tower 100 is actually one of the few ITX cases that can actually support the size of the RTX 4000 series graphics cards. The more open-style design allows for plenty of airflow, whilst also keeping the case modern by providing an unobstructed view of your components. We recommend checking out the build we did with this case, and the RTX 4090.
Check out the RTX 4090 x Tower 100 PC Build:
Key Specs
| Spec | Thermaltake The Tower 100 |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Mini-Tower |
| Max GPU Length | 330mm |
| Motherboard Support | Mini-ITX |
| PSU Support | ATX |
Things We Like
Supports ATX power supplies: A commonality shared between smaller and compact cases is that they only support SFX or SFX-L power supplies. However the Tower 100 supports full ATX designs, allowing you to save some money on your PSU.
Open-style design: We’ve started to see a significant rise in the number of open-style cases, and the Tower 100 is no exception. This Mini-Tower has three tempered glass panels providing a range of different angles for viewing your components in all their glory.
Two preinstalled fans: The Tower 100 doesn’t have a whole lot of space for fans due to it’s smaller stature. However, Thermaltake have saved you some time and money by providing two preinstalled fans on the top and bottom of the case providing a push/pull configuration throughout the case.
Things We Don’t Like
Can’t support the largest GPUs: Although the Tower 100 can support some of the RTX 4000 range, this case will struggle to fit some of the larger AIB options, which does rule out some choices if you’re looking for anything other than the Founders Edition.
Restricted component sizes: Thermaltake’s Tower 100 is surprisingly spacious considering the size, but there will be limitations on the size of the components you can install. You’ll want to watch out for RAM size, along with your CPU cooler height to ensure everything can be installed without issues.
Summary
Thermaltake’s Tower 100 Mini-ITX case provides an awesome aesthetic alongside space for an awesome build. Consumers will want to carefully check their clearance, but if you’re in need of a compact case the Tower 100 is definitely a worthwhile purchase.
Pros
- Supports full ATX power supplies.
- Awesome open design.
- Very reasonably priced.
Cons
- Consumers will need to check clearance.
- Can’t support the largest RTX 4000 GPUs.
Buy the Thermaltake Tower 100 on:
4. HYTE Y60
👑The best aesthetic case.
Introduction
The HYTE Y60 is one of the best looking cases that we’ve ever had in the office. The Y60 strikes a fine balance between form and function, offering a unique and sophisticated looking case that also provides plenty of airflow, with room for a myriad of components. The angular window gives you a full view into your build, which is ideal for those that have opted to use a vertical GPU mount. Speaking of which, the Y60 also comes with a PCI-E 4.0 riser cable that allows you to install all of the latest graphics cards with ease.
HYTE’s Y60 is one of the best looking cases we’ve ever had in the office. The modern wraparound glass and modern aesthetic looks awesome, and is ideal for consumers that want to build a great looking system. HYTE have really gone the extra mile with this case, and it reflects in all of the extra usability features and options that come with this incredible case.
Key Specs
| Spec | HYTE Y60 |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Mid-Tower |
| Max GPU Length | 375mm |
| Motherboard Support | Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX, E-ATX |
| PSU Support | ATX |
Things We Like
Sophisticated and modern aesthetic: HYTE has put together an awesome mid-tower case with an incredible aesthetic. The wrap around glass, modern matte coloured design and ventilation surround the case looks excellent.
Included PCI-E 4.0 riser: We’ve started to see more vertical mounted GPUs in variety of PC builds, and the HYTE Y60 offers exclusive vertical mounting. However, they’ve included a PCI-E 4.0 riser cable making this process much easier, and also saving consumers money.
Vast motherboard support: The HYTE Y60 is a very spacious case, and because of this, consumers can install variety of motherboards. If you’ve got the smallest (Mini-ITX) or the biggest (E-ATX) motherboards or anything in between, this case supports it!
Things We Don’t Like
Quite pricey: This case is one of our favourite options on the market, but consumers will need to spend around $200 to secure this awesome case, which might be a bit much for your average consumer.
No RGB fan options: Although the Y60 is an excellent case, HYTE unfortunately don’t offer an alternative RGB option. The fans that the case comes with are pretty boring on the whole, so it’s disappointing to not see some fans with extra lighting.
Summary
HYTE’s Y60 case is one of the best cases that we’ve seen release in the last year. The design and modern aesthetic is excellent, and the case is simple to build in and offers some great features. It is pricier than some other options, but well worth the money.
Pros
- Incredible and modern aesthetic.
- Included PCI-E 4.0 riser.
- Plethora of support for large components.
Cons
- Somewhat pricey.
- Doesn’t have any RGB options.
Where to Buy
Buy the HYTE Y60 on:
5. Corsair iCUE 5000T RGB
👑The best RGB case.
Introduction
We’ve taken a look at Corsair’s iCUE 5000T before in a full review, and needless to say, this case is the cream of the crop when in terms of RGB. This case is equipped with four pre-installed RGB fans. You’ll also find that the top, bottom, and sides are covered in RGB strips, further lighting up the case. This can of course be fully customised with Corsair’s industry leading iCUE software, providing a huge range of options for various lighting effects and colours.
The angular design of the 5000T spices up the aesthetic, adding some extra flair to your build. This mid-tower case also has a huge amount of support for massive components making it ideal for those planning to build a top-end PC.
Key Specs
| Spec | Corsair iCUE 5000T |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Mid-Tower |
| Max GPU Length | 400mm |
| Motherboard Support | Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX, E-ATX |
| PSU Support | ATX |
Things We Like
All the RGB: Corsair‘s iCUE 5000T is one of the best cases when it comes to lighting. This chassis is equipped with strips all around the case, it also comes with three preinstalled RGB fans, and has room for plenty of extra lighting options.
Support for the largest GPUs: The 5000T is one of the bigger cases we’ve had in the office, and is extremely spacious. Consumers can install the largest RTX 4000 graphics cards, making it ideal for larger components.
Included Commander Core XT: Corsair is the industry leading manufacturer when it comes to RGB lighting, and this case comes with a Commander Core XT allowing consumers to install a huge variety of fans and RGB lights.
Things We Don’t Like
Very very expensive: As you can imagine, the sheer amount of RGB that this case has would drive up the price, and you’d be correct. The 5000T is awesome, but it is definitely one of the more expensive options when it comes to cases.
Summary
Corsair’s iCUE 5000T is one of the best cases that Corsair has ever designed. This case is robust, comes with a huge set of versatility features, can house a plethora of different components, and has all the RGB you could ever imagine. It is expensive, but worth its price point.
Pros
- Easy to build in.
- All the RGB lighting.
- Simple cable management.
Cons
- Very very expensive.
- Geared towards high-end systems.
Where to Buy
Buy the Corsair iCUE 5000T on:
How Big is the RTX 4070Ti?
So far, the RTX 4070Ti is looking to be pretty large compared to much of the RTX 3000 series, but it might be smaller than the RTX 4080 and 4090 GPUs. Unfortunately, consumers will be saddened to find out that there aren’t any plans for Nvidia to release a Founders Edition card. However, we’ve got access to a range of AIBs that give us an idea of the size of this GPU. It looks like Palit‘s GameRock variant sits at 328.9mm out of the box. This is around the same size as the Palit 4080, which does raise concerns to some extent.
Looking at some of the other AIBs from MSI and Gigabyte, it seems that Nvidia have retained the massive shrouds that we saw with much of the other 40 series SKUs. I’m pretty disappointed that this is the case, as this pushes out more consumers looking for a new GPU. Those that are looking for an upgrade don’t want to find out they also need to purchase a new case too.
Nvidia definitely need to reduce the size of their later market entrants, as I can imagine they’ll land themselves in even more hot water. Ultimately, the size of these new cards might not be a deal-breaker for many consumers, but this is likely to put off a significant number of price conscious buyers.
Is the Nvidia RTX 4070Ti Too Big – A Clearance Guide
The new cards from Nvidia are undoubtedly massive, and many consumers looking to secure an upgrade for their new system might be faced with the difficult decision of picking up a new case. I do believe that the new cards are far too big for the majority of users, but whether you pick one up will depend on your use-case. For those who are certain on picking up a 4070Ti, you may be wondering how to figure out which case you need?
Determining the amount of clearance you need is a bit of a balancing act, but finding an equilibrium will minimise compatibility issues, along with ensuring the right amount of airflow to all of your components. Because these GPUs are gigantic, case clearance is a vital factor that can determine the overall temperature of your system. As a general rule, if you’re building a PC with larger components, you’ll want to average around 50-100mm of clearance around your case to ensure air can flow properly around the case. Doing this will reduce any compatibility issues, but more importantly, it will allow your GPU to breathe.
Below, we’ve put together a table of some of the 4070Ti AIBs to give you an idea of how big the various cards are:
| GPU | Dimensions |
| Palit GamerStorm | 328.9mm |
| Zotac Trinity | (unsure of dimensions) |
| MSI | 333mm |
As you can see from the table, many of the AIBs have still retained the gargantuan size we saw with the 80 and 90 SKUs. This means for those looking at an upgrade, you may need to consider picking up a new case for the sake of compatibility and airflow.
Why You Can Trust Us
The GeekaWhat editorial team is a group of hardware enthusiasts who are extremely passionate when it comes to recommending products in the PC tech and gaming space. With a plethora of components coming into our offices every month, the writing team tests all of them to determine which options are the best ones our audience should consider. They act independently of any brands or third parties and will only ever recommend products that they would personally buy with their own money.
How We Picked the Best Cases to Pair with an RTX 4070Ti
Much like our other best cases articles, choosing a chassis to pair up with the RTX 4070Ti is a relatively easy process. Due the gargantuan size of the RTX 4000 GPUs, ruling out cases that don’t have enough space is simple. This does limit our options to some extent, especially when considering clearance, but there are a plethora of modern cases that can easily fit the RTX 4070Ti without any problems.
In order to find cases that have enough breathing room and clearance, we’ve ruled out a number of options that don’t offer enough clearance above. This ensure that consumers can build a PC that has plenty of airflow and won’t hinder thermal efficiency. You can read some of the full reviews of some of the cases that we’ve covered in this roundup which covers our testing and evaluation methods in more detail.
| Brand | Review Article |
|---|---|
| Cooler Master | Cooler Master TD500 Mesh V2 Review – A Refreshed Design |
| HYTE | HYTE Y60 Review – The Game-Changer Case |
| Corsair | Corsair iCUE 5000T Review – High End PC Case King? |
Conclusion
Best Overall Case for the RTX 4070Ti: HYTE Y60
The HYTE Y60 is one of the best cases that we’ve seen release in the last year. It is well designed, offers a huge set of features, has an excellent aesthetic and is priced pretty damn well. Definitely an excellent choice to pair up with the RTX 4070Ti.
Read our full HYTE Y60 Review or Buy the HYTE Y60 on Amazon
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Need to Worry About Clearance?
When purchasing any case, you should always consider the clearance of your components versus the size of your case. Although we’ve considered the size of a graphics card, if you’ve got other large components, you’ll want to take this into consideration beforehand.
What Power Supply Do I Need for the RTX 4070Ti?
NVIDIA’s website recommends a minimum of a 750W PSU for the 4070Ti. As a general rule we recommend 100W above the minimum so you’ve got enough overhead for other powerful components, and upgrading.
How Big is the RTX 4070Ti?
The RTX 4070Ti doesn’t have a Founders Edition card, so you’ll need to check out your chosen manufacturer’s website to find out the dimensions. From our experience most of the AIBs tend to sit above the 300mm mark in terms of length, which is rather large.
How Much Clearance Do I Need?
When it comes to GPU clearance, to ensure your graphics card and other components can breathe, around 50-100mm of clearance is ideal. However, you may be able to contend with less dependent on the size of your case and how big your other parts are.
