The 10 Best RGB PC Cases of 2022
We updated this article in June 2022. After reviewing the latest RGB options, our top picks remain the same. We’ve added some alternatives for the picks that have run into occasional stock issues over 2022.
Let’s be honest: aesthetics are a massive factor when buying a PC case.
Sure, you’re going to want the fundamentals like decent cooling, hardware space, and build quality..
But why not both?
We’ve put together this feature after many reviews to highlight the best RGB computer cases for a beautiful build. We’ve chosen them not just based on lighting, but their overall quality and value.
We’re aware beauty is in the eye of the beholder which is why we’ve included a lot of different case designs; including options for different sizes, budgets and RGB types.
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Best RGB Micro ATX Case
Antec Dapper Dark Phantom DP301M
Our Rating: 9.5/10
Corsair iCUE 220T RGB Tempered Glass Edition
Overall Best RGB PC Case
SPECIFICATIONS*
Form Factor: Mid Tower | Motherboard Support: ATX, Micro-ATX, mini-ITX | CPU Clearance: 160mm | GPU Length Clearance: 300mm | Dimensions: 395 x 210 x 450mm | Weight: 6.8kg | Radiator Support: 360mm | Fan Mounts: 6
REASONS TO BUY
+ Beautiful aesthetic
+ High quality build and fan inclusion for the price
+ Decent layout for a neat, mid-range build
REASONS TO AVOID
This is an awesome chassis from Corsair, one of the best case manufacturers in today’s market.
The exterior is made of good quality steel and thick tempered glass on the side/front.
These windows are slightly tinted, which may sound counter-intuitive for an RGB-focused case.
But having strong LED lights shine through tinting actually provides a way more sophisticated look and, in our experience, looks better than a fully transparent window (don’t worry, they’ll still be bright!).
Speaking of lights…
A lot of this list is focused on cases with in-built LED lighting (instead of relying on LED fans), but the iCUE 220T packs an incredible value with 3 x CORSAIR SP120 RGB PRO fans.
These are addressable RGB fans each including 8 separate LEDs.
You’re then also getting an iCUE Lighting Node CORE fan controller included, easily allowing control of your 3 included fans (and up to 3 more) with the fantastic Corsair iCue software.
The combination of the tinted windows, fantastic lighting of the fans, and control from the iCue is why we rate this case so highly for RGB builders (especially at its modest price point).
But the 220T isn’t just a pretty case.
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The case is a compact mid-tower designed for an ATX motherboard (or smaller).
With space for:
- 7 expansion slots
- VGA lengths up to 300mm
- 2 x 3.5″ & 2 x 2.5″ drive bays
We love how there’s good room for a powerful gaming GPU despite it being about 30% smaller than the average ATX tower. We would have liked to see an extra 20mm or so of GPU space as there will be some cards that won’t fit in here. If this is the case for your preferred card, we’ve got many larger choices below.
Cooling-wise, you’ll have room for:
- Up to 6 x 120mm fans (with 3 included)
- Up to 1 x 360mm, 1 x 240mm & 1 x 120mm radiators
This is an impressive amount considering it’s one of the smallest ATX cases, many larger options offer fewer allotments.
Also included is a full-length PSU shroud to aid your cable management. With a layout that aids itself nicely in building a clean setup, the 220T is deceptively capable of good ventilation despite its glass front and would manage well for overclocking.
Tied with further RGB hardware you can achieve an incredibly unique aesthetic.
But even out of the box, the iCUE 220T still looks amazing. We give it the top spot because it’s not just gorgeous in its RGB potential, but also in its build quality, cooling, and value.
2022 mid-year update: While the iCUE 220T is still our top pick, we’ve seen it occasionally run out of stock over 2022. If this is the case for you, we can also recommend the mesh edition, which may have a more understated look, but also comes with some improved airflow on the front of the case; featured here on WIT.
MUSETEX Phantom 907
Runner-Up Best RGB PC Case
SPECIFICATIONS
Form Factor: Mid Tower | Motherboard Support: ATX, Micro-ATX, mini-ITX | CPU Clearance: 160mm | GPU Length Clearance: 380mm | Dimensions: 447 x 211 x 450mm | Weight: 6.75kg | Radiator Support: 360mm | Fan Mounts: 8
REASONS TO BUY
+ Unparalleled value at its price-point
+ Nice spacious case for airflow/parts
+ Plenty of RGB inclusion/control
REASONS TO AVOID
We don’t often give such a small manufacturer a high accolade.
But MUSETEX has created a really impressive PC case for RGB builders at an insane value point (we nearly gave it the #1 pick and think that many of you may prefer it over the Corsair 220T).
The build quality is great; with a steel exterior and 2 sturdy tempered glass windows covering the side and front panels.
A lot of the cases great value comes from its 6 x pre-installed RGB fans. These are also connected to a fan controller that works with an included remote with plenty of features.
It might not be made for the top-of-the-line Corsair/ASUS RGB software.
But you’re getting an incredible amount of customization. Anything from static colors to having your lights change to music/your voice.
It’s hard to imagine needing much more out of an RGB ATX case.
Source: Bojangles
The 907 has good space too, with:
- 7 x expansion slots
- Maximum GPU lengths of 380mm
- 3 x 2.5″ & 3 x 3.5″ drive bays
This chassis is slightly larger than the 220T, with a good amount of room for more hard drives/SSDs and pretty much any mainstream graphics card (including RTX 3090, 3080 & 3070s).
It even boasts support for EATX motherboards (though we recommend our high-end pick below if you’re looking for an EATX RGB case).
Cooling-wise, you’re already set with the 6 x included fans and some good cable management/airflow features.
If you are looking at liquid cooling, we’d recommend the other cases on this list (as much of the value of the 907 comes from the fans).
Corsair 220T vs MUSETEX Phantom 207
So with all that said? Why do we rank the Corsair case over this MUSETEX offering?
It’s close, but we slightly prefer the 220T with its higher quality build & tinted windows giving off a more elegant RGB aesthetic (if you like a more “vibrant” case, the 907 will suit you more).
We also have a whole host of experience with Corsair, their cases, and customer service. MUSETEX isn’t a bad manufacturer, but they’re smaller and less “reputable” than Corsair. It’s not a deal-breaker, but a nice bonus to purchase from a brand with a long history of high-quality towers.
With all that said, the value of the Phantom 907 is fantastic. There’s so much included in the price tag. We really think your decision should largely come down to if you’re comfortable buying from a smaller brand and which cases you prefer aesthetically.
AeroCool Klaw
Best Budget RGB PC Case
SPECIFICATIONS
Form Factor: Mid Tower | Motherboard Support: ATX, Micro-ATX, mini-ITX | CPU Clearance: 165mm | GPU Length Clearance: 370mm | Dimensions: 445.5 x 228 x 461mm | Weight: 7.5kg | Radiator Support: 260 | Fan Mounts: 6
REASONS TO BUY
+ Great aesthetic/build quality for its price
+ Ticks all the boxes for a good budget build
REASONS TO AVOID
If possible, we’d recommend forking out slightly more for one of our other top picks.
That being said, the AeroCool Klaw is an impressive offering if you’re looking for a mid-tower RGB case on a very tight budget.
With an SPCC steel exterior, ABS plastic front, and tempered glass side panel, you’re still getting a fairly good build quality. Though expectedly not quite on par with our pricier picks.
But the RGB is where this case really shines.
Included you’ll have:
- 3 addressable RGB strips running down the front of the case (all controlled via a button on the front I/O panel)
- 3 pre-installed RGB ring fans (also fully addressable)
These fans aren’t the same quality as our top picks, but for the price, it’s a very decent value point.
The Klat also has space for:
- 7 x expansion slots
- GPUs up to 370mm
- 2 x 2.5″ /3.5″ & 4 x 2.5 ” drive bays
Source: Aerocool
If you’re building a budget gaming PC, we assume you’re looking at a single GPU setup, which this case can definitely perform well with.
Cooling-wise, you can have up to 6 fans (with the 3 RGB 120mm fans included).
If you’re looking at liquid cooling, we’d recommend investing in one of the more expensive cases we review in this list.
The cable management/airflow won’t be quite as decent as our top offerings but you’ll still be able to cool a budget build without concern.
If you’re looking for the cheapest RGB PC case possible, there’s one even cheaper with the AeroCool Bolt.
But we’ve chosen the Claw as our top pick because, with just a little bit more money, you’re getting the 3 RGB fans included. So we consider it the best value point for those with a slim wallet.
Sure, we’d recommend our other picks over the Klaw, but if this is the only option that fits your budget, you’re still going to have a great time building here.
2022 mid-year update: We’ve seen the Klaw occasionally run into stock issues; if that’s the case, we also recommend the Antex NX260 or the MUSETEX DT-N1 as the cheapest alternatives that are still worth your time.
Asus ROG Strix Helios GX601
Best High-End RGB Case
SPECIFICATIONS
Form Factor: Mid Tower | Motherboard Support: EATX (12″x10.9″), ATX, Micro-ATX, mini-ITX | CPU Clearance: 190mm | GPU Length Clearance: 450mm | Dimensions: 250 x 565 x 591 mm | Weight: 18kg | Radiator Support: 420mm | Fan Mounts: 7
REASONS TO BUY
+ Unrivalled build quality & design
+ Great spacious layout for high-end hardware
+ Plenty of cooling/cable management potential
REASONS TO AVOID
Oh boy, this is an amazing case.
Popular for a reason despite its high price point, the GX601 has so many great features.
The exterior is largely a thick aluminum, easily the best material for PC cases. It gives a sleek look and better build quality than the usual steel/plastic hybrid options.
Then there are the 3 thick, tempered glass windows on the front, left, and right sides.
These are tinted slightly while still being bright enough to allow your hardware and RGB components to shine through (we find this looks way better than non-tinted).
Finally, there’s the beautiful front panel addressable RGB lighting that has a tempered glass etching to allow your inner lighting to shine through the front ASUS design (we’ve not seen this in a case before!). The RGB is also nicely controllable with the front I/O panel button or the Asus Aura Sync software (one of the best on the market).
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This means that you could have RGB fans on the front accommodating the pre-installed lighting.
It’s hard to express how good the GX601 looks through stock photos, it looks so much better in person. This is truly one of the best-looking PC cases once your high-end gaming build is setup and running.
But enough on design, because this chassis excels across the board, with:
- 8 + 2 vertical expansion slots
- Maximum 450mm GPU length
- 2 x 2.5″ / 3.5″ & 4 x 2.5″ drive bays pre-installed with up to 9 total (enough space for even the most SSD-heavy builds)
- Great I/O panel with 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 & 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 (Type C), LED/fan control, and the usual HD audio ports.
- Good quality, easy-to-use dust filters
It has the most space out of all the cases on the list, also making it our top pick for anyone looking for the best RGB EATX case.
With this room, you have everything needed for a high storage/multi-GPU enthusiast builds dedicated to gaming, streaming, or production/video editing.
And to cool all of that hardware, you’ll also have:
- Up to 6 x 140mm fans (4 high-quality ones included)
- Up to 1 x 420mm, 1 x 360mm & 1 x 140mm radiators
6 fan mounts may sound low, but these are 140mm which perform notably better than 120mm.
Tied with excellent cable management facilities and a good overall design for airflow, you’ve got an amazing PC case for water cooling & air cooling alike, capable of overclocking an intense gaming setup.
A small but nice detail is the included straps on the top of the tower if you need it to operate as a LAN party PC case (fair warning though: this thing is heavy).
Yes, this tower is expensive.
But compared to the other cases on this list and out of all of our experience with in-built RGB options, this ASUS offering is one of the real standouts for high-end builds.
If you’re building something truly special and are looking for the best RGB full tower on the market, you’ve found it.
Antec Dapper Dark Phantom DP301M
Best RGB Micro ATX Case
SPECIFICATIONS
Form Factor: Mini Tower | Motherboard Support: Micro-ATX, mini-ITX | CPU Clearance: 160mm | GPU Length Clearance: 360mm | Dimensions: 420 x 210 x 402mm | Weight: 5.9kg | Radiator Support: 280mm | Fan Mounts: 6
REASONS TO BUY
+ Great ARGB aesthetic for the price
+ Surprisingly spacious for mATX
+ Good cooling options
REASONS TO AVOID
Don’t be deceived by the bizarre name. This is a fantastic choice if you’re looking for a Micro ATX case with decent RGB capability.
From one of the “OG” gaming PC case manufacturers, Antec has created a great design with the DP301M.
With a largely SPCC steel (plus some plastic), tempered glass window, and a unique “boomerang” RGB strip on the front, the case has a great aesthetic and build quality.
That RGB strip is also easily controlled from the front I/O panel with a single button.
Naturally, with an RGB mini-tower form factor, you’re getting less space than an ATX case.
But there’s still impressive room in here for:
- 4 expansion slots
- GPU length up to 360mm (great for an mATX tower)
- 2 x 2.5″ / 3.5″ & 2 x 2.5″ drive bays
Source: Ingreen
With the decent GPU allowance and storage, we’re pleasantly surprised by the space. It has a good design to accommodate airflow/cable management, alongside:
- Up to 6 x 120mm fans (with 1 included)
- Up to 280mm top & 120mm rear radiators (could be combined with 2 x 120mm fans on top)
This is really impressive for mATX, definitely still suitable for some decent overclocking in a small gaming build.
Looking for a high-end RGB mATX option? If you have the budget, the best choice is the CORSAIR Crystal 280X
We’ve raved about the 280X in our dual-chamber guide and recommend it if you can stretch to it.
With that said, we’ve focussed on the DP301M for a reason. We think it will reflect a more reasonable budget for most and love its understated lighting.
When considering the average mid-range PC and value, this is easily the best mATX RGB case available.
InWin A1 Plus
Best RGB Mini-ITX Case
SPECIFICATIONS
Form Factor: SFF | Motherboard Support: ATX, Micro-ATX, mini-ITX | CPU Clearance: 160mm | GPU Length Clearance: 320mm | Dimensions: 273 x 224 x 357mm | Weight: 7.1 kg | Radiator Support: 120mm | Fan Mounts: 4
REASONS TO BUY
+ Incredible build qualtiy and ARGB aesthetic
+ Balances compact dimensions with a decent layout for ITX builds
+ Decent thermals for an ITX case
REASONS TO AVOID
And then there are those of you looking for nice lighting in the smallest form factor.
Recommended multiple times on other What in Tech features, the A1 Plus is a fantastic RGB ITX case.
With an excellent quality SECC steel exterior and a thick, tinted tempered glass window, the tiny tower sits on a beautiful transparent RGB base.
We don’t really come across many other towers with such lighting.
And what’s more, it comes with 2 high-quality InWin Sirius Loop 120mm ARGB case fans (fully addressable).
It packs great space for the form factor too, with:
- 2 expansion slots
- VGA length up to 320mm (great for ITX)
- 2 x 2.5″ drive bays
- Wireless QI charger on the top (very unique/impressive for the size)
This may all sound super low, but we’re very impressed with the incisions compared to many of its Mini ITX case competitors.
Source: SpiralCaseMods
This would be perfect if you’re looking for a portable case or if you’re simply someone that likes their builds as compact as possible.
On top of the 2 included RGB case fans, you could include a further 2 x 120mm fans (or 1 x 120mm radiator).
Having up to 4 fans in a chassis this small is a great feat. It really stands out as one of the top ITX choices for cooling.
Additionally, the case comes included with a 650W PSU pre-installed.
We will say the power supply is a slight letdown. If you’re getting a very powerful GPU, CPU, and motherboard, you may want to invest in another and use the base one as a backup.
But for the average ITX gaming PC, it will be able to handle things if this sounds like overkill for you.
If you’re looking for a very cheap RGB Mini ITX case, then a good backup is the Cooler Master Case H100.
This case still boasts impressive capability for the size and comes with a 200mm RGB fan.
But without question, the InWin A1 Plus is our top choice.
Honorable Mentions
While the above choices are the best RGB tower cases available, if you’re looking for a different flavour, we’ve included some extras we’d still highly recommend.
Segotep Phoenix
Wildcard - Worth Considering
SPECIFICATIONS
Form Factor: Mid Tower | Motherboard Support: ATX, Micro-ATX, mini-ITX | CPU Clearance: 167mm | GPU Length Clearance: 323mm | Dimensions: 483 x 216 x 508mm | Weight: 10.85kg | Radiator Support: 360mm | Fan Mounts: 7
REASONS TO BUY
+ Beautiful, unique RGB lighting
+ Fairly spacious for a mid-range build
REASONS TO AVOID
I’m sure you can tell from the image why we wanted to include this.
Boasting a fantastic design, the case’s front panel has incredible LED lighting that can be synced with the most popular RGB software if you have an addressable header on your motherboard.
You’re also getting good build quality, with a tempered glass panel and 0.8mm thick SPCC steel.
The Phoenix has made a couple more design choices that truly make it one of the more unique towers on the market.
Firstly, it’s an inverted case, with the side panel on the right side. Perfect if you’d rather your case sit on the left side.
Next, the case is designed with sideways motherboard mounting. i.e. the rear I/O panels and cables come out of the top of the case instead of the back.
We actually really like this design choice as it means your I/O panel ports are really easily accessible (no reaching behind the back of the PC).
It also means your GPU will hang directly downwards, you won’t find many other builds that look like this!
Source: FpsMafia
The Phoenix is an ATX RGB mid-tower, with space for:
- 7 expansion slots
- VGA lengths up to 320mm
- 2 x 3.5″ & 2 x 2.5″ drive bays
Pretty standard for an ATX chassis, perfectly suitable as a mid-range gaming case.
For cooling, there’s space for:
- Up to 5 x 120mm fans
- Up to 1 x 360mm & 1 x 240mm radiators
Not particularly impressive for its size, but still enough for some decent graphics cards.
The cable management and airflow design also aren’t as good as our top picks which were the main reasons this case missed out on the spots taken by the 220T and Phantom.
But that being said, this is perhaps the most unique case on the list.
If you really want to stand out, the Phoenix is still a great option.
darkFlash Phantom DR12
Worth Considering
SPECIFICATIONS
Form Factor: Mid Tower | Motherboard Support: ATX, Micro-ATX, mini-ITX | CPU Clearance: 174mm | GPU Length Clearance: 375mm | Dimensions: 548 x 219 x 419mm | Weight: 8.8kg | Radiator Support: 360mm | Fan Mounts: 11
REASONS TO BUY
+ Stunning glass + RGB fan aesthetic
+ Great value for the build quality and fan inclusion
REASONS TO AVOID
Last but by no means least is a great option if you’re looking for a PC case with RGB fans (and a lot of them).
We’ve included the DR12 as it’s a great “mid-range” choice for a lot of different build types.
To start, it has 3 very sharp, full-length tempered-glass windows (left/right sides and front).
But the case’s crowning design feature is the 6 pre-installed 120mm RGB LED fans.
Combined with the high-quality glass windows, these fans beautifully illuminate the front and rear of the build.
The DR12 is a mid-tower, with space for:
- 7 x expansion slots
- GPU card lengths up to 359mm
- 2 x 3.5″ & 3 x 2.5″ drive bays
Pretty standard specifications here but a good balance for either a gaming or streaming build.
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As far as cooling goes, given the tower includes 6 RGB fans, you’ll be wanting to focus on air cooling.
You can add a further 5 x 120mm fans if you wish, totaling 11 x 120mm fans.
That’s a crazy amount for an ATX case.
One downside though is the airflow. While not awful, is not the best in the DR12.
This is a tad disappointing given how clearly aligned to air cooling the case is.
But given the sheer quantity of fans you can install, you still have a great PC for overclocking here.
(If you were inclined, you could even use the spare space we talked about using for 5 extra fans on radiators for an air/water cooling hybrid build).
Overall, with specific consideration to the fantastic value the 6 RGB fans add, this is a great RGB ATX case if you like the design.
More RGB PC Case Options?
There are some more RGB computer cases floating around.
But we simply wouldn’t recommend them over the above choices.
For example, we know a lot of gamers may be looking for an NZXT RGB case.
While you can easily add RGB fans to NZXT towers, we’ve focussed specifically here on PC cases that have RGB elements included (either fans and or/in-built lighting) at a great value.
We’d push you towards the above for anything from a gaming/streaming PC to a production/video editing computer.
That being said, If you wanted an alternate idea, you could create a cool “RGB” computer by:
- Purchasing a clear PC case as a foundation
- Installing RGB fans that will give you lighting in your transparent tower
- The best RGB case fans are easily the Corsair LL120s, expensive but worth it (a good cheap RGB fan alternative is the Thermaltake Pure 12 3-pack)
- Buying an RGB motherboard that will give you the best onboard lighting and RGB header capacity for additional lighting
If you’d prefer to add your own RGB fans to a case that doesn’t include any lighting by default, we’ve included 2 final quick-fire picks below that are premium, large, and the cases that could include the most RGB fans (purchased separately):
Best Premium Case for RGB Fans: Corsair Obsidian Series 1000D
This is a monstrous case with the capability to host up to 18 x 120mm fans in a wonderful presentation and everything you need for a high-end gaming build.
If you want to see an example of how effective RGB fans can look in this case, check out our more detailed review included in our EATX Case feature.
The only reason this case doesn’t get a high ranking in this list is because we’ve focussed on cases with included lighting, if that’s not important to you in building your RGB PC, this is a wonderful high-end option.
Best Looking Case for RGB Fans: Thermaltake Core P8
Featured many, many times on What in Tech, the fabulous Core P8 can host up to 18 x 120mm RGB fans all highly visible in the cases 3 x tempered glass, high-visibility layout.
If you have the budget to purchase this great case and RGB fans, it’s one of the most amazing aesthetics you can achieve. Check out our full Core P8 review on the premium case spotlight.
Final Thoughts
And there you have it! After reviewing countless options, these are the options that really stand out to us as the best RGB PC cases.
If you’re still feeling overwhelmed by what to pick, we would recommend focusing on these factors:
- Price: are you interested in budget, mid-range, or high-end?
- Size: are you looking to build something small or huge? ITX, mATX, ATX or eATX? What sized GPU/PSU/CPU cooler are you looking for? This will narrow things down a lot.
- Aesthetic: So you’re looking for an RGB case, but do you want one understated and sophisticated like our top Corsair 220T pick? Or something a little more vibrant like the MUSEXTEX offering? You can also think about if you’re more interested in in-built lighting or simply buying a clear PC case with lots of visibility for RGB fans.
If you’re clear on these 3 areas, finding the perfect case from this list (or some of our other features) will be a piece of cake!
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* Specifications throughout our articles are double-checked and intended to inform our users, but should not be treated as factual information. When making final decisions on your products, please check the manufacturer pages to confirm the fine details.
Thanks for the detailed post! Love the look of every case….can’t decide lol
Haha I know it can be tough! Keep your budget, price and build size in mind and that’ll help you narrow down a lot!