Best case under $100? Cougar Panzer

Cases are getting more and more expensive these days... which is why I was shocked that this case is so well thought out for such a reasonable price!
Say hello to the Cougar Panzer Mid Tower Case!
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[@Jayztwocents]

So I suck an accidentally edited out the name of the case.... say hello to the Cougar Panzer Midtower Case!

[@OfHellsDesigngaming]

I have the Cougar Panzer Max which they released before the tempered glass. I love it because its so nice to look at and easy to work with.

[@Zarcondeegrissom]

that case has far better intake vents on the front than anything I've seen in most more expensive units the past several years. great vid by the way.

[@michael2305]

it happens to the best of us... no worries!

[@drazrmaxx1093]

This would be awesome to see a build in. I'm going to be building a new pc soon. Interested in ryzen and this case looks awesome

[@PitBossReplicant]

uhh.. place it on the title?

[@Jaxxall]

Why not try the ryzen build in that case seeings how you were saying in your video about that build that it wasn't getting enough air flow in that other case.

[@drazrmaxx1093]

Jaxxall agreed.... Budget orientated case.... Would be nice to see a ryzen build in this

[@troyjapuz797]

agree also with this. please

[@phenomanII]

That system used hardline tubing. Even though I would also love to see it in this case, it would take a LOT of work.

[@user-lv7ph7hs7l]

I don´t know personally I don´t think it would look so good. He did say he´s leaning towards completely rebuilding it.

[@nfinete]

I thought the same thing when watching this. Also, I like this case better than the Panzer Max. I literally just finished my build. I couldn't help myself and just ordered this case. It solves some of the issues I have with my enthoo pro m. LOL. Sigh, long weekend ahead of me.

[@TheYosiFTW]

Budget friendly case: throws in 2 1080Ti

[@eternum7056]

Nothing wrong case around 100$ are good for top system

[@lju2640]

TheYosiFTW I would say the best budget friendly case is the Sahara ek33, comes with 3rgb fully functional 55colour am various mode fans, fits all gpus an motherboards.

[@JonnyCrackers]

Still using this case in 2023. Really solid, good airflow, lots of space. Definitely going to use it for as long as I can.

[@azure98]

My prayers have been answered! Someone actually talking about the case's features and what its like to build in it in a language I can actually understand or just spends like 20mins just talking about its looks! I would imagine acoustics take a bit of a hit in this case considering it uses a lot of mesh screening.

[@brky5877]

then you never met Vortez.

[@BobBobson]

If you have to run your fans loud enough to be irritating on a 360 rad then you have some really, really shitty fans. 3 NF P12's running flat out is only 24.6dB, and with the low noise adapter it's only 17.4dB. A single NF F12 peaks at 22.4dB, or 18.6dB with the low noise adapter. They're currently $19.95 on Newegg. If you put in a custom loop on a 1080 ti SLI system and don't have $60 for decent fans you're doing something horribly wrong.

[@NapFloridian]

I am not sure if you are aware of the fact that for example the Corsair 570X comes with Sp120 fans, whose you cannot control freely from Software profiles. Also the Sp120s are maxing out at 1400 so yes if you have a AIO or RAD your choice should not be RGB as of right now, as most of those fans are not really "Cool" to run Watercooling, or you have to run them at Max Speeds which makes a silent cases a mute point. The HD120s have a bit more wiggling space for that but hey, just wanted to get that out there. Also most external fan controllers (HD vs SP) are not compatible. So are the Thermaltake vs Corsair controllers, and to run any of these vendor's fans you need to run their controllers. So talking about noise and fan speeds when dealing in most cases with RGB fans as of right now its pointless. Either you want the looks or you want a Cold system that you can push a little higher and keep it a bit down on the noise

[@noahstonemusic]

"Feed and water the employee" xD

[@mcullennz]

scrolled down looking for this

[@abdulrahmankroomi3828]

Man you're setup is amazing....I mean it's sooooooo comfortable to watch your videos now... the background lighting and all....you did a really amazing job right there !! You'll always be our favourite tech KZbinr !!

[@Jayztwocents]

+Abdulrahman Kroomi thank you! We love the second set

[@Mypns]

I recently built my new machine in the Panzer Max case and love it. So much room for my air cooled build, with the option to watercool, and because i take my tower to Lan parties, the carry handle was a must for me. The included headphone hook is a bonus too.

[@ImCelticlol]

6:44 My heart skipped a beat

[@dylansands4692]

Dude this makes me so ahppy that you used this case, i love the Panzer cases. Please Please Please! do a build with the MAX.

[@juanjosoliz7297]

i have been using it for a year and a half thanks to this video, impressive case for the money, i cannot recommend it enough

[@you238]

6:36 that's called "Pulling a Linus"

[@SpeedDaemon3]

I got this case seeing it here at Jay, and it's a really fine case for 90 usd, I had to upgrade from my old antec 300 as my new 1080 wasn't fitting. This case is quite modern, definetly has amazing airflow as I have 8 high airflow fans installed. I'm not sure why some people would complain about it, ok, it has a tight area in the back, I used to be terrible at wire management, this case forced me to learn to properly arange the cables so I can close the right panel. The pastic looks ok, the mesh looks premium, it probably has one of the best airflows on the market. My only other choice was H500P Mesh but I dropped it as the roof was plastic not mesh. The Panzer features a mesh roof that allows 3 fans. The glass panels are really nice. All intake fans have dust filters, it was quite easy to build in it despite being my second build, there is a tutorial on youtube for everything about this case, I really can't think of a better airflow case in this budget. It feels a bit not wide enough but it's actually made just right. Would I buy it again after spending half a day building my pc in it, yes.

[@YotaNinja]

Can you review the Fractal Design Focus G case please?

[@blacklabelsociety197]

I love this case, enough room for my loop, great airflow and very quite, well worth the $85 bucks I got it for on amazon.

[@SH4RPY]

I got this case for my new build a few months ago. really happy with how it turned out.

[@JakemanOKC123]

Set looks fantastic Jay

[@grenatrix5278]

*Cougar*! 03:45 it barely fits!

[@ymn3581]

Grenatrix lel

[@PsychoSavage88]

Jay i love you man and your helpful videos, i plan on building my 1st gaming pc,along with editing and streaming both being secondary, and your videos keep me motivated and keeps me fearless towards my 1st build in the future while im still confused and or torn between certain parts to buy later (cpu being the main thing) im growing a better understanding about pc building i appreciate all you do and thanks!

[@gikdad]

it made me smile to look for this old case and to see my old-time KZbinr reviewer it now I want it more

[@MangosMelons]

I have to say, this Cougar chassis is the definition of Original

[@fromearth6282]

Big Junk Magoo Agreed.

[@domino52o26]

That cougar insignia looks like a majestic Armadillo with a spiked shield on its back.

[@evancuratolo6734]

Domino52o i think it looks like a cougar but maybe that's just me

[@thenatedog]

no links or product name in "info"......:(

[@ninorpronin]

It is a Cougar Panzer Newegg: www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811553025 Couga: cougargaming.com/us/products/cases/panzer/

[@thenatedog]

Yeah i can google too im just sayin its kind of weird to feature a product and not mention it anywhere else in the comments.

[@toysareforboys1]

www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811553025

[@InvadersDie]

NOT A SPONSORED VIDEO

[@thekrowalover599]

toysareforboys thanks captain

[@kyalspalaceofgains6961]

Hey Jay, been following you for a agers because i love tech and you are doing a ripper job with the reviews! But mad props for your fitness journey, you are looking so much healthier and showing that it's never too late to turn it all around!!

[@andreasriedl9436]

Loving your new video-setup! Very nice light and ambient!

[@staldios]

good vid paul nice vid good job paul

[@tachanka107]

You should take a look at Phanteks Eclipse series of cases. The Eclipse P400S includes a tempered glass side panel, sound dampening foam, 10 color LED lighting, and decent dust filtering in an ATX mid-tower package for $89.

[@chuck2501]

it has a windowed panel but Its not full tempered glass. Not sure its even glass but acrylic.

[@tachanka107]

check again, there's a solid panel, acrylic window, and tempered glass version

[@james2042]

he already worked in the evolv atx which uses the same frame (just comes with a different designed and mainly metal exterior and more accessories out of the box) so look at his coverage of that case to get your answer

[@potatocop5096]

....NO

[@ЭтоДрючинский]

I can't find it anywhere in Europe, I thought it's discontinued. Isn't it?

[@TheYeapster]

OHH I WAS WAITING FOR SOMEONE TO DO A GOOD REVIEW OF THIS CASE GODBLESS

[@iworuuzz6721]

i always liked cougar cases, now this case takes the cake!

[@aliocha1906]

but it's not stable it could go backwards easily that's the flaw. i wanted to buy it but not anymore

[@lyndon4749]

you have 2 1080Ti's and i'm here with an a8-7650k apu lol

[@lifethrownoutofthewindow]

a4 4000 apu here :D csgo is a hardcore challenge :)

[@lyndon4749]

what fps, i think my system has something wrong with it, i barely have stable 20fps

[@lifethrownoutofthewindow]

Lyndon 10-12 on 1080p low and 20-25ish on 720p low, but i get it playable at 40+ fps crazy low resolution :) btw my main pc has a 970 so i get 300fps there :P

[@syahmizul1029]

Game-Byte I got a a4 6300 and I barely get 40 fps on cs go.is this because I'm playing a cracked version?

[@Lyris_Alt]

Lyndon i dont even have a pc well i have but my ps2 is faster than the laptop

[@sterlingarcher7514]

Guys help. This case? The Corsair 760T? The Phanteks Evovlv ATX? Or the Corsair 570x?

[@dchilo]

If you want good airflow. This one or 760T. Evolv has the worst airflow of those.

[@smirnoffvodka2618]

Jerry let me help you. nzxt s340 elite

[@bitbat9]

Jerry phanteks evolv atx, the build quality and ease of building is amazing. Only issue is the airflow, which isn't great. The phanteks enthoo pro m is the same interior chassis but has a different exterior and has better airflow, so there's another case to consider.

[@sterlingarcher7514]

I think that's the one...

[@sterlingarcher7514]

I'm towards the NZXT S340 Elite, but should i wait for the beautiful CoolerMaster H500P?

[@bobdabuilder9447]

The new lighting setup looks really nice. Good choice on the paint!

[@KillumiT]

I was looking for a case and this is perfect for what i need and priceclass, thanks!

[@nikosstr7908]

That's a budget case. Watch and learn Cooler master.

[@mateolandaverde7921]

NZXT S340 Elite

[@galhershkovits]

wow that new set looks awesome. keep it up jay

[@sofiangibril8472]

im in love from the first look

[@rah1752]

0:45 holy shit

[@milaandahiya]

When I saw this and was about to click on it and I might have been first, but my PC crashed because my freakin OC was too high.

[@gen2428]

Milaan Dahiya rip brags

[@johnlaceda6542]

Do you not stress test your pc after an OC to check if it's stable? Because that's extremely dumb if so.

[@BrianPvanOers]

John, even if it passes the tests it can still be unstable, in my case: - Intel Burn Test (15 runs, very high load): Stable - Cinebench: Chrash - Chrome: Chrash

[@sal_monella]

Brian Patrick van Oers *chrash*

[@fuxyes]

Are you agreeing with John or making fun of Milaan?

[@yardbomber9099]

An awesome case and a beautiful build Jay!

[@idmooseman]

I love the looks of this case. I have not built a PC, yet, but this case is now on my list of "Want to Build" items.

[@snoitseuqpi1119]

I have a Phanteks P400S. I would prefer a case made from super aids and ebola monkeys. I have no rear/front/side pannel on it at all, it has no top mount rad support, no airflow, the grommets for the SATA cables (ALL THE CABLES) are too close to the MOBO to make look good, it's just a skeleton filled with shit, makes all my custom lighting/sleeved cables pointless because keeping it all together causes too much heat. I NEED MORE AIRFLOW!! PHANTEKS, HOW DARE YOU.

[@MrMethadrine]

Thats why i always buy cases with open front (though they are about to extinct) for better airflow.I dont understand this trend with sealed fronts.They only allow intake front airflow from some tiny slits they have on the sides.

[@TheJw1191]

Just got the new evolve x and love it. Shoulda went with silver though cause you can see every fingerprint on my black case!!! Had the p300 so a huge difference.

[@corstian_]

Jazy You're the best tech youtuber that i'm subscribed on rn and i love every video that come out... Keep it up man

[@dennisvlastuin8805]

Corstian Yeah You're right man

[@toxicpvp8080]

Corstian Me2

[@ifnamelvin4401]

Corstian Ikr❤

[@duffyfan1233]

Corstian Yap

[@corstian_]

Wow This comment got really much likes

[@taz140789]

I just saw this again today , back in the day when i saw it for the first time i actually looked into it and bought it and i am still using it and looks great as it did back in the day!

[@molecularmage5443]

Me too!!

[@soroushdavarpanah6764]

the new room looks so awesome!

[@SenorSwagBuns]

I like having the CD holder in my pc i have a ledge in it i hide all my illegal shit in it

[@DAVEB778]

That 3way sli bridge tho.

[@Jayztwocents]

+Davindra gotta make due with what you have

[@DAVEB778]

Tru lol.

[@timojanen132]

I love the Set! Great work!

[@LexLutha]

Jay does have the best tech channel for sure. Love the back drop btw 👍🏻

[@divyarajshaktawat7278]

i have g non-gtx super extra poweful and super 120p high ultra setting graphics card NVIDIA GT 210 which can play minesweeper at 60fps in ultra 1440p settings

[@alexandredumas-richer5476]

That pc looks amazing

[@WitnessProtection]

Beautiful case will be buying one for my next build if I ever get to it.

[@Game_Rebel]

Cool to see the new set Jay... I approve!

[@IndominusHvH]

The Case that was 89.99 when the video was created is now 131.99. This is why these videos have a downside, the manufacturer really is milking the **** out of this.

[@nealtristram7500]

www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811553026&ignorebbr=1 , 84 right now, 99 original price

[@jrsmithunited]

So, after all that. What is the name of the case.......???

[@dchilo]

Cougar Panzer or Panzer-S

[@thepro3729]

Yeah, does anyone know the diiference ?(between panzer and panzer s)

[@dchilo]

Cougar Panzer-S (shown in this video), it has tinted tempered glass and includes 4 120mm fans.. Cougar Panzer has transparent tempered glass and includes only 1 120mm fan.

[@damiansauren3191]

WarHell no,on the cougar site the only difference is panzer has 1 120mm fan,panzer s has 3 120mm led fans & normal 120mm fan

[@oakmen4604]

Good to see the old jay back, always like your videos, love the new vids.

[@albertocastro4759]

This looks really good, excellent value!

[@matttheman4331]

I wish the system was mine

[@sublimeio3005]

Who else thinks this case is bang for the buck?

[@andromydous]

Will thinking of that case for my next build!

[@jessemackenzie6516]

The set lighting is =really nice Jay.... Thanks for the content. I like the case. I may get it.

[@HasXXXInCrocs]

I still think the Define S is the best sub 100$ watercooling/air cooling case. It just has everything you could want. Minus tempered glass and a powersupply shroud, if that's your thing. I have an rm750x so it matches the rest of my components and actually looks quite nice.

[@Vetreal]

400c anyone

[@noahlazzareschi8653]

Yes.Very much so.

[@jordanhart9708]

Vetreal just wish the white version wasn't so much more expensive

[@Vetreal]

Jordan Hart the white carbide 400c is actually 2$ less

[@jordanhart9708]

i ment compared to the black verson of the 400C

[@Vetreal]

aahhhh

[@pealock]

The new set and backdrop look great!!!

[@chasebarnard1223]

brilliant set, theme and ambiance ... stunning! great pointers for the case. I have been looking for a decent below $150 case to do a Threadripper build in, and I believe my search has just ended! Thanks JayzTwoCents! One more thing, beefy looking arms dude~looking rather healthy

[@IEnjoyDbdAMA]

Too bad that they made It so bulky, would've looked amazing if the design was a bit more minimalistic. Otherwise it seems like a great case!

[@fromearth6282]

Generic Dank Meme Dude, I have this case it is NOT bulky at all. As a matter of fact I chose this case over the Panzer MAX because it is much more svelt. It looks Freaking awesome. Manly case.

[@theholypopechodeii4367]

Generic Dank Meme Thing is though (IMO anyway) there are enough great, clean looking and minimalistic cases on the market, it is nice to see a change. I am glad for this case's existence, it looks clean, and minimalistic (to an extent) and not super edgy and gamery, but it is big, a little bulky and has some detailing. It stands out, but not too much that it looks weird. It is for people who have been wanting that type of case, but have not been able to get something like that at a decent price (evolv ATX tg is similar but it costs nearly 3 times as much where I live). Not everyone will like the look of this or the evolv ATX or the eclipse p400, but not everyone will like the S340's and the Corsair 400c's.

[@spectre722]

as if every other case doesn't do that already lol..

[@danielediriweera7134]

Id disagree, most decent cases on the market are lacking any design, this is a great option for people who want more for the same amount of money

[@werpp3744]

Uhm... they made a slim version

[@AliYassinToma]

still expensive ... for me at least ... poor squad where are u?

[@vadesnipez4564]

here

[@comradefif6345]

iiralfyii lol pore

[@bright890]

If 80 dollars is too expensive for you, you are probably in the wrong hobby and should focus on getting a job.

[@bbq1423]

89,99USD?

[@mexxdezeeuw]

pauper

[@BIGC-jn3qm]

Cheers Jay - Thanks for your time great video, keep up the great work you guys.

[@TheScorpio32]

Liking the new set jay, turned out nice :D

[@EmilWilkensRC]

Dear Jay I must say that i am a bit disappointed in your opinion of this case. I have build many computers over the fast few years, and never have i come across worse quality hardware than what i recently experienced with my purchase of this case. The Construction is poorly made, from cheap metals, cheap plastic front and top sections that feel like the quality of an old LADA, included fans with rainbow colored cables and an overall poorly designed back card slot array as well. I could keep on going... Not once in this video you highlight any of this more critical podent flaws of which this product is full of. Why Jay? I had to return this case on the spot, not even a second thought of maybe keeping it crossed my mind. Sorry Jay, but i really was disappointed of you by this one. Otherwise, i think you do a great job in generel with your channel. Cheers from DK - Emil

[@insanity3840]

What are good cases in your opinion for water cooling?

[@insanity3840]

I was looking at the NZXT h700i and the thermaltake view 71. What do you think of them. (price is not an issue)

[@insanity3840]

Im planing to make a decent build. was looking at www.ekwb.com/shop/ek-kit-l360-r2-0 as my kit. Do you think that would work in the h700i?

[@insanity3840]

Would the be quiet dark base pro 900 be a good case for the kit i listed above?

[@wi1395]

Emil Wilkens so what is the best case for about 100 or less

[@TheManInThe5uit]

Since when is porn allowed on KZbin?

[@PCPAyLOAD]

Been eyeballing this case. Thanks J you read my mind!

[@donivargas2826]

Great video. Like your new set. Keep growing and making those great videos with funny moments. All the way from The Netherlands, Europe.

[@NicknackLP]

Price is good but it looks really ulgy

[@NicknackLP]

I'd rather have a clean looking case than this strange pattern all around it, but i also dont watercool

[@azure98]

Purely subjective but I can understand some people might not like the style its going for.

[@evediggory5730]

Nicknack wtf is ulgy

[@TheRuinedUniverse]

Its beaueghtlfal not ulgy!

[@MHWGamer]

just wait for the phanteks case! also 89 with tempered glass and looks way better

[@Nirot123]

I'm liking the new set, great video as usual.

[@folterbonggod8599]

Well i can safely say i will now be getting this case. Building my 2nd build mainly taking new parts and mixing with my old ones and figured i would change the theme, saw this case and loved it but didnt know if it would suit me. So happy you made a video on this case you're probably the only tech youtuber i truely 'trust'. Time to begin saving :D!!! Thanks!!

[@RealRaynedance]

Now that it's really clear what the new set can do, this one is BRILLIANT for this kind of video. Same goes for the lighting. Also I'm using a P400 TG.

[@gwaites6329]

Mannnnnn i love your reviews! So glad you picked to review the one really sexy budget case i was dieing to buy. But now i really desperatly would love to see a review of the new Panzer-G 4x temperglass side panel case model. Its roughly the same price range but looks absolutly stunning, im just really worried that all those glass panels could kill off the air flow for most of the case, and massive air flow room was one of its best qualities.

[@anthonyguevara2644]

The new set looks amazing!

[@darnellreyes571]

SO LOVING THE THE HOLD CASE

[@drakief]

I bought this 1 week ago! Not disapointed at all! Its amazing.

[@DJbizzum]

i have this case and its awesome, mine doesnt tilt like his at all , its very sturdy and extremly spacey. It looks mean and nice at the same time and the glass panels are awesome. one of the better cases out there for sure

[@Tranzino]

That is a really great case, need more like this! :D

[@hampocampo]

I like the new set and the chill wibe.

[@Schaden81]

the new set looks great!

[@Dia1Up]

That studio set is awesome Jay

[@scs-yt]

Very good review, thank you!

[@Marth70]

I am like in love with that build

[@messi9991]

All good and well to hear about the physical aspects of the case, but if you review a case you must give 1. Temperatures and 2. Noise Levels.

[@FreedomChasers]

Interesting. Currently on the CM Stryker, but fell in love with the CM H500P

[@damiensalstar]

the whole build is beautiful

[@jerQCote]

Idk. with the number of fans, I would've like to have a fan controller, even for a little bump in the price. I'm guessing the preinstalled ones are powered through mollux, so it'd be nice to test their sound levels. I love the design for the mesh. Very smart to have noise dampening pockets made out of the mesh itself so as to not get in the way of airflow.

[@y55en45]

love this case and the other version they have of this case

[@thecrelok5681]

that is the best looking set i have seen of yours.dark purple look,nice!.

[@danieltulk9311]

dude, new set looks sick!

[@johnleonard3951]

I am still using the s340 but was glad to see all the glass cases at computex that are going to be out soon. realy liked the cooler master case with the 2 240 mm fans in the front.

[@ryankosiek5099]

I really like the new studio background nice work guys.

[@Weyoun359]

I'm strongly considering considering this case!

[@dean201182]

This guys been my free it tech teacher and has been for years so at least give him a thumbs up for all your help aswel jesus.

[@yo90yo]

I love the new wall color

[@th3eaglenest]

That lighting in there is slick.