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Antec P20C vs Corsair 3000D Airflow: Comparison
Antec P20C vs Corsair 3000D Airflow: the included fans difference
The gap that matters here is included fans: Antec P20C 3 against Corsair 3000D Airflow 2, which puts Antec P20C 33% ahead. There is a split on motherboard support as well, E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX on the Antec P20C versus ATX, mATX, ITX on the Corsair 3000D Airflow. Panel type is not the same on both, Tempered glass side, mesh front on the Antec P20C versus Mesh front, tempered glass side on the Corsair 3000D Airflow. They differ on typical price too, 70 USD on the Antec P20C versus 95 USD on the Corsair 3000D Airflow. There is a split on dimensions as well, 469 x 220 x 490mm on the Antec P20C versus 453 x 230 x 466mm on the Corsair 3000D Airflow.
Which should you buy, Antec P20C or Corsair 3000D Airflow?
Buy the Antec P20C for tight-budget builds and Airflow-first builds under $600 total, though it is not built for E-ATX motherboards and showcase RGB aesthetics. The Corsair 3000D Airflow is the one to take for budget mesh airflow builds and smaller desks, though it is not the pick for E-ATX motherboards and large triple-slot flagship GPUs over 350mm. Our rating of the Antec P20C (7.5/10): the cheapest genuinely good mesh airflow case in our catalog, no meaningful corners cut for the price. Our rating of the Corsair 3000D Airflow (7.5/10): A smart downgrade path from the 4000D Airflow when budget or desk space is tight, without losing the mesh-front airflow design.
Which is cheaper, Antec P20C or Corsair 3000D Airflow?
The Corsair 3000D Airflow asks 36% more, $95.00 against $70.00 for the Antec P20C.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Antec P20C and Corsair 3000D Airflow differ on gpu clearance?
Yes. GPU Clearance reads 375 mm on the Antec P20C versus 350 mm on the Corsair 3000D Airflow.
Is the CPU Cooler Clearance the same on the Antec P20C and Corsair 3000D Airflow?
It is. Both are listed at 170 mm, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- Antec P20C
- Antec
- Corsair 3000D Airflow
- Corsair
Motherboard Support
- Antec P20C
- E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
- Corsair 3000D Airflow
- ATX, mATX, ITX
Case Type
- Antec P20C
- Mid-Tower
- Corsair 3000D Airflow
- Mid-Tower
Model
- Antec P20C
- P20C
- Corsair 3000D Airflow
- 3000D Airflow
Panel Type
- Antec P20C
- Tempered glass side, mesh front
- Corsair 3000D Airflow
- Mesh front, tempered glass side
GPU Clearance
- Antec P20C
- 375 mmBest
- Corsair 3000D Airflow
- 350 mm-7%
Typical Price
- Antec P20C
- 70 USD
- Corsair 3000D Airflow
- 95 USD
CPU Cooler Clearance
- Antec P20C
- 170 mm
- Corsair 3000D Airflow
- 170 mm
Included Fans
- Antec P20C
- 3Best
- Corsair 3000D Airflow
- 2-33%
Radiator Support
- Antec P20C
- Front up to 360mm, top up to 360mm, rear 120mm
- Corsair 3000D Airflow
- Front up to 360mm, top up to 280mm
Front USB-C
- Antec P20C
- Yes
- Corsair 3000D Airflow
- Yes
Dimensions
- Antec P20C
- 469 x 220 x 490mm (D x W x H)
- Corsair 3000D Airflow
- 453 x 230 x 466mm
Which one should you pick?
Choose Antec P20C if you want the higher GPU clearance (375 mm vs 350 mm), the higher CPU cooler clearance (170 mm vs 170 mm) and the higher included fans (3 vs 2).
Choose Corsair 3000D Airflow if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | Antec P20C | Corsair 3000D Airflow |
|---|---|---|
| Antec | $70.00 View on Antec | |
| Corsair Store | $95.00 View on Corsair Store |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
Antec P20C
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
The cheapest genuinely good mesh airflow case in our catalog, no meaningful corners cut for the price.
Corsair 3000D Airflow
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A smart downgrade path from the 4000D Airflow when budget or desk space is tight, without losing the mesh-front airflow design.