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Lian Li A3 mATX vs NZXT H1 V2: Comparison
Lian Li A3 mATX and NZXT H1 V2 separate most on cpu cooler clearance: Lian Li A3 mATX at 165, NZXT H1 V2 at 60, 64% in favour of Lian Li A3 mATX. GPU Clearance splits them by another 3%, again favouring Lian Li A3 mATX. They match on front usb-c and colour.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Motherboard Support | Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX | Mini-ITX |
| Case Type | Micro-ATX Tower | SFF / Mini-ITX |
| Panel Type | Interchangeable mesh or tempered glass panels | Tempered glass side panel |
| GPU Clearance | 335 | 325-3% |
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 165 | 60-64% |
| Included Fans | 0 | 1 |
| Radiator Support | Front 240/280mm, Top 240mm | 140mm AIO pre-installed only |
| Front USB-C | true | true |
| Colour | Black, White | Black, White |
| Volume | 40 | 19.9 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Lian Li A3 mATX | NZXT H1 V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Lian Li | View on Lian Li | |
| NZXT | View on NZXT |
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
Lian Li A3 mATX
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely well thought-out compact case, best suited to a mATX build that still wants room for a full-size GPU and cooler.
NZXT H1 V2
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A great pick if the specific bundled AIO and PSU fit your build plan, but its closed design makes it a poor choice if you want to choose your own cooler.