Silent cases are midi tower PC cases with sound-dampening panels and slow-spinning fans, made for anyone who wants a quiet home or office computer. Our range includes over 40 models, mostly from Fractal Design, be quiet!, SilentWare and Cooler Master.
How to choose a silent PC case
Sound dampening. The quietest cases have a closed front panel and walls lined with acoustic foam or bitumen sheets. A glass side panel looks good but dampens noise less well than solid insulated steel, so choose a solid panel if low noise is the priority.
Airflow. A closed case restricts the air getting in, so the fans matter. Many models in our range come with one 140 mm front fan, some with two 140 mm or three 120 mm, and most allow up to three at the front. A larger fan moves the same volume of air at lower speed, which makes it quieter.
Compatibility. Start with the motherboard size: our range includes cases for ATX, micro ATX and Mini-ITX boards, and some also take larger EATX boards. The maximum power supply length varies from 18 cm to 28.8 cm, so a long PSU will not fit every model. Also check the maximum graphics card length in the manufacturer's specification.
Liquid cooling. Many cases take a 240 mm radiator at the top, and some support 360 mm. A larger radiator releases heat at lower fan speeds, which helps keep noise down under load. Before buying, make sure the radiator will not clash with the height of your memory modules.
Storage and ports. Cases typically offer from 5 to 8 bays for 2.5-inch drives, enough for several SSDs. Many models have two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports on the front, but some have none, so check this if you often connect external drives.
Brands we carry
- Fractal Design: a Swedish maker known for its Define series, with sound-dampening panels and restrained styling.
- be quiet!: a German manufacturer whose name reflects its purpose: besides cases, it makes quiet power supplies and CPU coolers.
- Cooler Master: a Taiwanese company that has made cooling products and cases since 1992.
- Phanteks: a brand founded in the Netherlands, known for its Eclipse and Enthoo case series.
Also in our range: SilentWare and Sharkoon.
Silent PC cases: frequently asked questions
How is a silent case different from a standard one?
A silent case has sound-absorbing insulation, a more closed front and larger, slower fans. Standard cases are usually designed for maximum airflow and often have mesh panels that let more noise escape.
Do components run hotter in a silent case?
They can run slightly warmer, because a closed front limits the air intake. Several 120 or 140 mm front fans and a good CPU cooler compensate for this, and a typical office or gaming PC normally stays within safe temperatures.
Will a 360 mm radiator fit in a silent case?
In some models, but not all. In our range the top usually supports 240 mm radiators, while some cases also accept 360 mm. The exact sizes are listed in each product's specification.
Does a midi tower silent case take an ATX motherboard?
Yes, most midi tower cases are made for ATX boards as well as smaller ones such as micro ATX and Mini-ITX. If you have a larger EATX board, choose a case that lists that format explicitly.
