ITX PC case short-list for Bryanston

Quick Answer

The three best ITX cases for Bryanston buyers are the Cooler Master NR200P (R2,200, 18 L, 330 mm GPU), the Lian Li A4-H2O (R3,500, 11 L, 305 mm GPU), and the Fractal Design Terra (~R3,800, 10.5 L, aluminium). All require a Mini-ITX motherboard (170 x 170 mm) and are available from Evetech with 1–2 business day delivery to Bryanston.

The Bryanston ITX Short-List

1. Cooler Master NR200P (~R2,200) — 18 L, 330 mm GPU clearance, 160 mm CPU height, mesh/acrylic side panel options. Best for most builders — flexible and thermally competent. 2. Lian Li A4-H2O (~R3,500) — 11 L, 305 mm GPU, SFX PSU only, 240 mm AIO support. Ideal for high-end Bryanston home office builds with a premium GPU. 3. Fractal Design Terra (~R3,800) — 10.5 L, aluminium chassis, 322 mm GPU, 47 mm CPU clearance only (needs VERY low-profile cooler or AIO). Premium aesthetics for professional desk setups. Budget: Metallic Gear Neo Mini (~R1,400) — entry-level mesh case, 300 mm GPU, 125 mm CPU height. Good first ITX build option.

Component Compatibility for Each Case

For the NR200P: pair with ASUS ROG STRIX B650E-I or MSI MAG B760I WIFI, a Ryzen 7 7700X or Core i5-13600K, and any RTX 4070 card under 330 mm. Use the included ATX/SFX bracket as needed. For the A4-H2O: SFX PSU required (Corsair SF750, ~R2,200), 240 mm AIO (Corsair H100i, ~R2,500), and a GPU under 305 mm (RTX 4070 FE at 240 mm is perfect). For the Terra: 47 mm CPU cooler limit means you need a dedicated low-profile cooler like the Noctua NH-L9a-AM5 (37 mm) — do not attempt to fit a tower cooler.

FAQ

What is the best ITX case for an RTX 4070 build in Bryanston?

The Cooler Master NR200P at ~R2,200 is the safest choice — 330 mm GPU clearance covers all RTX 4070 partner cards, and its mesh panel option keeps temps low for a long gaming session.

Can I run an RTX 4080 in any of these ITX cases?

The NR200P supports RTX 4080 cards up to 330 mm. The A4-H2O is too small for most RTX 4080 partner cards (most exceed 305 mm). Check your specific card's length before ordering.

How do I manage cables in an ITX case?

Route all PSU cables before installing the motherboard. Use custom or modular short-cable sets (sold separately) to reduce cable bulk. In the NR200P, the cable hiding area behind the PSU bracket is your friend.