Mid Tower Computer Cases

What's a Mid-Tower Computer Case?

As the name implies, mid-tower computer cases sit somewhere in the middle between small form-factor Mini-ITX and Micro-ATX cases and gargantuan full-tower cases. They're not so small as to be fiddly to build in, nor are they so large as to not fit in most people's set-ups. As a result, a mid-tower's size is the sweet-spot for many, with just the right amount of room to install heftier, gaming-grade hardware and to neatly organise all the power supply's cables.

Why Should I Buy a Mid-Tower Computer Case?

Most mid-tower computer cases come in at under 18-inches tall and deep, yet they support full-sized ATX motherboards. This is what makes mid-tower cases so generally appealing - they can handle a lot of hardware for their streamlined stature, without consuming a cumbersome amount of space on top of, or underneath, your desk. Sure, you might sacrifice some 3.5" drive bays and room for extra-large water-cooling components compared to a full-tower, but in most instances a mid-tower is all you really need.

What's the most popular form-factor of computer case?

Mid-tower computer cases are the most popular form-factor of computer case by quite a significant margin. For proof, have a quick glance at the enormous number of mid-tower cases available here at Ebuyer. We stock more mid-towers than Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, and full-tower cases combined, and it's not even close. Given that competition's so high, there's some seriously competitively-priced mid-tower computer cases out there up for grabs. Browse our range and you'll find mid-tower cases starting from as low as £50, despite often featuring multiple pre-installed RGB case fans, tempered glass side panels, and more.

Mid-Tower Computer Cases - Hardware Compatibility

Given that there's such an abundance of mid-tower computer cases on the market, you're sure to find a model that meets your requirements. Here's some hardware-related considerations to take into account when buying a new mid-tower case.

Motherboards

Mid-tower computer cases support multiple motherboard sizes. Although they're designed with full-sized ATX motherboards in mind, you can also mount smaller Micro-ATX motherboards in most mid-tower cases, even if it may look a bit off. A Micro-ATX motherboard is often cheaper than its full-sized counterpart. So, you can save some cash by pairing a Micro-ATX board with a mid-tower case.

Power Supplies

Like motherboards, power supplies come in multiple sizes, or form-factors. And ATX is by far the most ubiquitous form-factor of power supply, which mid-tower computer cases support. That said, if you've got a smaller SFX power supply, many mid-tower cases include SFX PSU mounting adapters and brackets.

Coolers and Graphics Cards

Due to their popularity, you shouldn't have too much trouble finding hardware that'll fit in mid-tower computer cases. Before buying any case, however, you should always check its maximum supported dimensions against your hardware's dimensions. In particular, you may encounter some incompatibility with enthusiast water-cooling gear and graphics cards. Some mid-tower cases support lengths 360mm radiators and triple-slot, triple-fan coolers, for example, while others don't.

Drive Bays

Where the number of hard drive and optical drive bays is concerned, full-tower cases are the uncontested king. If you're a stickler for physical media - CDs, DVDs, Blu-Rays - you won't find many, if any, mid-tower cases with optical drive bays. That's reserved for a select few full-towers nowadays.

However, mid-towers can be fairly flexible when it comes to hard drive and solid-state drive bays. Your average mid-tower case will likely feature a couple of 3.5" sleds underneath the power supply shroud as well as 2.5" mounts on the back of the motherboard tray. Pair this with your motherboard's M.2 slots and you'll be able to fit terabytes' worth of storage in a mid-tower.

Mid-Tower Computer Cases at Ebuyer

Shop our wide range of mid-tower computer cases from the industry's best brands, including the likes of Fractal Design, Corsair, and Cooler Master. Spread the cost of your purchase with our flexible finance offers. And if you want your new mid-tower case by tomorrow, next-day delivery is also available.