Was ist ein microATX Gehäuse?
Micro-ATX-Gehäuse sind ein Kompromiss zwischen Midi-Towern sowie den kleineren Mini-ITX- und HTPC-Gehäusen.
Was heißt ATX Gehäuse?
Das ATX-Format (engl. Advanced Technology Extended) ist eine Normung für Gehäuse, Netzteile, Hauptplatinen und Steckkarten von Mikrocomputern. Trotz des Versuchs, das BTX-Format als Standard durchzusetzen, ist das ATX-Format das dominierende Format bei PCs und Desktop-Computern.
Welches Mainboard Format habe ich?
Übersicht: Formfaktor (Auszug)
| Formfaktor | Abmessung Motherboard | Anzahl Slots |
|---|---|---|
| ATX | 305 mm x 244 mm | AGP + 6 PCI |
| microATX | 244 mm x 244 mm | AGP + 3 PCI |
| Mini ATX | 284 mm x 208 mm | AGP + 4 PCI |
| FlexATX | 229 mm x 191 mm | AGP + 2 PCI |
Do all ATX motherboards fit in mid tower cases?
Yes, both standard ATX and micro ATX motherboards can fit into the mid tower cases. However, you always check the compatibility of the boards in a case at the time of buying. A re Mid tower cases good for gaming? Most of the gaming PC comes with a mid-tower case.
How big is a ATX full tower?
ATX full tower cases are truly huge and measures around 24 inches. However, mid tower cases are generally around 18 inches in height. Since, the full tower cases are taller and spacious, you would get a lot of room for multiple graphics card, case fans and even a water cooling system inside.
How to choose between mid tower and full tower computer cases?
So, if you have a EATX (extended ATX) board, then you will have to get rid of this before going for a mid-tower case as that won’t fit to the mid tower cases. ATX full tower cases are truly huge and measures around 24 inches. However, mid tower cases are generally around 18 inches in height.