Lian Li Got Wood... The Dan Cases A3 Wood Edition is Peak Budget Micro ATX.

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

Would you choose the Standard or Wood version of the A3? Lower budget 4060 or 4080 Super? Read our full write up and performance data here 👉 www.mrmattlee.com/post/lianlia3wood

[@itzamedave6242]

Wood and the RX7800xt Hellhound I own

[@apricanephoto]

Have the standard, but really would have liked Wood to come out as an add-on accessory instead of only as a set.

[@ZeedePlus]

Definitely wood. Is there much appreciable heat difference between the 4060 and 4080 Super? I've never done a small form factor build but I imagine that could be a factor.

[@chrisbullock6477]

Wood. As a fan Fractal/Be Quiet I'd I would love this version. Currently using the CoolerMaster NR200P MAX with AIO Case. Housing my 7950X-3D/MSI 4090 Slim X and am looking to change up my case and cooling. I've been torn between this case and the ASUS case. Also want to go back to Air Cooler, Have the Dark Rock Pro 5 on my list as well, but finding a good Micro ATX motherboard that satisfies me is hard to find.🤔

[@Oztorek]

Option 4 5090 👌🏻😂

[@chivayos]

Finally a Lian Li case that I want to buy again. This is going to become my TV pc as soon as I convince the Mrs that the Terra is nice but not optimal. That's the 2nd case I've seen her first and desired to buy. Awesome video again, as always.

[@TheFinnishTechie]

Fractal design truly started something. So many brands today using wood in their cases, I don’t mind it though.

[@EvilijoUK]

Built black one with R7700 and 7800XT, love it

[@A.m.a.r.u]

_More Matx and Itx setup, i love this channel. Thx_

[@onirrapdivad]

I love how the look of A3 gives strong Atari 2600 vibes. I built a system using this case in August and it was a very forgiving layout with lots of mounting points and options. A lot of people comment on the size of this case, which is still pretty big and takes up the full depth of my desk. I had to evacuate for the hurricanes and the A3 filled up a whole blue IKEA bag. I don't know how people live with full towers in their homes. The fog machine clips in this video are genius. Wonderful camera work.

[@plamowarrior]

Wow! I just built my first PC in this case back in October, so I was super pumped when I saw this in my notifications! I even went with a Scythe cooler (a Mugen 6 version). Love this case and the cooler. Your vids really have been instrumental in helping me put together my first machine! Great work as always and thank you for all you do!

[@smarquez42]

This is one of the only few cases that feel DESIRABLE, and the components choices are spot on. So beautiful, it feels like art on the desk

[@Terry-cw9ty]

Matt you placed so much power in a small space & it looks great, my employment involved wood sciences so this case & the North have a place in my heart for the uniqueness & beauty of wood, keep up the great work.

[@MgoMSx]

Its so strange! Even though I have a setup, I still can't help and watch each if these videos by you Matt.. They're calm, simple and something beautiful about them. Sounds OTT, but honestly I feel so at peace watching them! Thanks Matt!

[@pangeranrio0112]

Matt Lee and something wood. The duo that can't be separated. Also, as always, the build is dope! 🪵

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

It’s totally my vibe, don’t you know it 😄🪵 Hope you’re having an awesome week so far!

[@mannydcbianco]

I bought this exact case (black/mesh/wood slat front) a couple weeks ago as I wanted something that will look great in my living room, as an HTPC/gaming PC. I have yet to build it even though I have all the parts, just haven't been able to find the time nor the motivation. This video is great inspiration to get on with it.

[@SantiagoGomezJorge]

The only thing that I'd like to see a bit more in your vids is the cable management side. I think that one of the most important part of why your builds look amazing is because your cable management is excellent. I know it might disrupt a bit the flow of the video, but it would be nice to see how you solve this part, which to me is probably one of the hardest when it comes to building in smaller cases. Do you recommend using custom cables to alleviate the pain of management? If so, which ones do you get usually? I think we don't have a Cablemod substitute in the UK, or at least I couldn't find one. And most of the time Amazon doesn't have a lot of cablemod stuff. Great video as always, cheers!

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

Thanks matey! Appreciate that, the cable management process is indeed quite a thing, but with that said I am currently planning a comprehensive video about cable management which will have a voiceover (similar to the airflow, liquid & air videos etc). I think there’s a lot of merit in talking about the best way to approach cable management and where it all begins in the build process 😊 I actually try to avoid extensions at all cost, not because they are problematic, but more because I don’t like having additional cables in what already feels like a maze of them 😅 I’ll do my best to get said video filmed, produced and published early Jan 👌

[@strikezx]

I like this idea, though to not disrupt the flow of any particular video, maybe a dedicated video. One that MML can share some cable management tips etc from miniITX to ATX etc of cases he has done in the past. It doesn't have to be a long one (I say that knowing the shooting and editing will take much longer than the actual produced video). :) @Mr_Matt_Lee, I look forward to each video that comes out. Thank you for the efforts that are put into each of them.

[@tho4318]

@@Mr_Matt_Lee In that case maybe you can provide people with your insight on what power supplies you've come across that have good cables out of the box, what ones are too short, and what are your go to custom cables etc.

[@SantiagoGomezJorge]

@@Mr_Matt_Lee That would be awesome! Thanks man! I'm very likely going to make my future build based on your vids, they are super helpful for inspiration and ideas. Cheers!

[@Benry1984]

@@Mr_Matt_Leewill keep an eye out for that one. Just built my new pc in and A3 wood yesterday and cable management was the only challenge. Ended up just going 2 bottom fans and leaving space under PSU to stash excess for now with a redo planned once next gen GPUs come out

[@matthewlee2424]

Just thought another Matt Lee would say hello :) Love your photography.

[@stennan]

A3 is the current MFFPC best choice for any mid sized PC that needs to be presentable in a furnished room. Got a white version lined up and will probably get the wood front accessory later if I decide to put it in a more prominent place of the room 😊

[@rafael4toriz]

Excellent video, I am thinking very seriously about buying that PC case. It has everything I like and fits all my components without the need to change any of them. Thanks for such a good video showing different angles and their capabilities.

[@hbdude155]

Wood definitely puts this case over the top. Just picked up the wood panel and swapped it out. Amazing

[@rasta77-x7o]

I just bought one, it's so good for the price!

[@CrimsonChest]

I have this case and GPU but went with an AMD build. So excited to put mine together! Great Video!

[@d4vid0110]

Looks like i found the case for my new pc. Love this video. Awesome channel i chanced upon.

[@Twonk_Gaming]

Waiting on a delivery for this case - can’t wait to get my nerdy little hands on it

[@RiccardoMargiotta]

Lovely build as always! I thought the opening voiceover worked well to add context. I bought a Fractal North a while back after seeing it in your earlier videos, and I'm super happy with it, but the more compact size here is smart.

[@ToppingIfi]

Dan a3 wood is just perfect. Makes me want to switch from ch160

[@JSwalas]

Love your videos! And I absolutely love that you are doing voice on this one!

[@tvandever2010]

Super clean build as always.

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

Thanks my friend 👌🤎

[@danieltanguay3954]

You are a great artist ! Great video again, sharing great video production skills and computer art !!

[@TammuzKay]

Would be amusing to watch you build a beige box from the 90s for April Fools. Something with a lot of unnecessary lines and dots, a turbo button, floppy drive and 1x CD-ROM.

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

A ‘sleeper’ build of sorts has been on my radar for quite a while now! 🤔

[@MrVex-666]

Cmon, that sleeper has to have at least two disc drives to be in spirit of times it draws inspiration from :D

[@MRS_.PERFECT]

Nothing better to relax after a long day

[@LauraTVK2023]

Cool cinematic photages, high quality video ❤

[@AugmentedGravity]

Got that Noctua setup

[@xGamerGeek]

Best and most satisfying pc build videos on YT😎🔥🔥

[@KG_BM]

my regret of choosing the meshroom D grows stronger with every A3-MATX video

[@alrizo1115]

Once again, brilliant! If I'm to change anything, I would replace the Scythe Mugen with NH-D15 with black and brown fans which matches color better while hiding the cables. I can sacrifice the RAM lights.

[@TheAngry-AmericanGuy]

VERY NICE build, Matt ! you need to add those last 2 fans though !

[@VLAD-ri2gn]

Finally an SFF case that I can use without changing half of my components.

[@FahrenH8iT]

Hey Matt ! Amazing build once again 🤟 Just in case you read this comment, a fractal ridge build would be amazing ! Take care !

[@sweeleangloh]

This episode has Mr Matt Lee talking! Nice😎👍

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

Do you enjoy this style of video more? Brief intro talking then back to the silent build? I’ve been experimenting recently with videos as you probably gathered haha 😅

[@traveler4352]

@@Mr_Matt_Lee yes! it's definitely refreshing and evolutionary moment for this channel. keep it up!

[@sweeleangloh]

@Mr_Matt_Lee yes! That gives us an idea why the parts are used, what kind of build u intended to put together and some product knowledge like I only got to know today ProArt has 3 different Rtx40s😄

[@bgpkilla124]

I have this same case with a 4080 super pro art card a 360mm aio three bottoms fans for the gpu and a 7800x3d and I love it as it looks so good and clean on my desk with gold lights coming from the fans and it has a glass side panel. Cable management and space is very tight but overall it looks great. And stays very cool and quiet. Mixed with a Alienware aw3225qf 4K monitor I can’t complain.

[@MultiWinc]

Wow❤ like it. this is a Pc for my dad

[@gerrycorbino66]

This is making me rethink my first computer build. I'd rather use a Ryzen 7 9800x3d and the appropriate motherboard if it'll work. Beautiful small form factor build.

[@ChristopherEtges]

FYI for anyone thinking about putting an AIO in this case, check the radiator thickness and how it fits with your motherboard. Couldn't fit a 360 or 280 rad due to the VRM heatsinks sticking out so much. 240 fit and I love the case!

[@jeritoburrito]

Got the full black version using the mesh side panel. Managed to cram my 4090 AORUS into it.

[@itzamedave6242]

That coffee game is on point always ❤

[@Yoshi92]

beautiful build as always

[@sebd7804]

In a couple of weeks I will be building my first pc. It will be in this case!

[@drmauricio]

Sff + mAtx love it ❤️

[@TorpisoulYT]

It blows my mind that you don't have more than 205k subscribers.

[@taylan.karahan]

I was debating with my custom o11 Mini (middle bar removed) and exact this case with glass side panel, I was forgot and choose to stick with my o11 but man.. I'm now thinking again to swap 😁

[@cheekster777]

Happy Cyber Monday Matt. ☕️

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

Happy Cyber Monday to you too! ☕️ Hope your PC Gaming endevours have been wholesome ☕️

[@CristiCroicu]

amazing build !

[@ScottMelby]

I believe I will be using this case for my next build.

[@joshuamigel]

I build my new computer with this case on October 6 with and asrock Taichi 7900 XTX its a beauty

[@rolandsj8880]

Good looking case.

[@mikengtw]

Nice build combined with the music 🎶👍

[@dadvinternet]

lol that ending had more romance than than Fifty shades of Grey🤣

[@Can_You_Hear_Me]

In this era of RGB these Black-Builds are holding some top spot in the field of aesthetic.

[@ЮрийПлаксин-з9ш]

Вы супер ребят и сборки у вас просто бомба спасибо вам 🤗

[@nocxt3073]

look at the cinematic snort pasta 👀 oboooyyy

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

Cinematic snort pasta 😅

[@Haistroff]

I wish Lian Li made white version with light wood too, nonetheless, your build is amazing, absolutely love the cable management

[@HeathenFPS]

you can buy the wood panel separately.

[@ManuNinguno]

incredible cable management

[@george128306]

I am a subscriber here from Taiwan, thank you Matt for sharing all your PC building videos, they are art pieces too! and just wondering, perhaps one day you can design a PC case of yourself? I have just built a brand-new high-performance PC based on your videos as the reference, but I was so shocking about the heat it can generate, and there is no single direction for the heat to be pushed out so maybe a duct pipe can connect to it to the window, the PC heat is so uncomfortable in summer time~ I believe a well-designed PC case, AIO can help solving this problem~

[@JG-md1nk]

Love this man got style chill as fck but he's coffee addiction is beyond 😂

[@sk8guitardrums]

very clean build as always Matt, i always wondered why don't more people build M-ATX and M-itx systems. i like the wood front panel. i think now my last 3 PC's have been M-itx custom designed & build PC's. i am sure you could design and build your own case my friend..

[@liekarts2936]

I like wrist rest wood 😊

[@roB3rnd]

Thoughts, switch the orientation of the rear case fan and CPU fans to pull in from outside and not feed the GPU heat?

[@Phoschan]

The Aesthetic and the Nature vibe of this case is so clean. Also.. where studio cat :3

[@Unknown-qe5sj]

my dream pc bro love from Bangladesh Bro

[@DjTibaProductions]

Amazing wood!

[@austincodes]

Small motherboards (micro ATX) can be hard to find at a lower price. I'd base my build off a case that works for full-sized ATX sized motherboards. Great video though!

[@knightempest]

Good as always

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

Thank you 🤜🤛

[@marciogamboa7388]

Top video as always 🎉

[@mcWilma]

Nice build and bloopers 😂

[@demonlord1245]

Dang! Thx for the inspo for my next build

[@wisnudJat]

I hope you check Antec Constellation C8 CURVED Wood too.

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

I have had my eyes on that for a short while now. It’s certainly a bit different for the fish tank style to see wood on that panel

[@Leos-World]

Excellent video editing and presentation!

[@buriedbits6027]

Another fantastic build! Thanks for the GPU insights-such a small detail, but very relevant here. On a related note, I’ve noticed you tend to use NVIDIA GPUs in most of your builds. As someone new to PC building, I’ve been researching the differences between AMD and NVIDIA GPUs, and now I’m torn between an ASUS RX 7800 XT and an ASUS RTX 4070 (specific variant still undecided). The idea of stepping up to an RX 7900 XT/XTX or an RTX 4080 is tempting, but the price jump makes me hesitate, and I’m still not fully decided. If you have the time and interest, I’d love to hear your perspective on how you approach choosing between GPU brands. Thanks, Matt, for all the incredible builds and content this year. You’ve shared so much knowledge and inspiration. Here’s to all the thermal paste you’ve applied and, of course, the coffee that’s fueled your creativity!

[@mectic5149]

Really like this case, doesn’t look like a “battlestation” and isn’t £200

[@richardfarmer6570]

I would choose the wood front panel. Not only does it look much better but allows for front ventilation that the plastic panels lack.

[@justeddm]

Favourite case

[@nicoyt9481]

Finally an open front ! This makes it a great alternative to the AP201 / D31 / D41 Mesh. One little suggestion : in this configuration, the CPU cooler should pull fresh air from the rear, meaning the fan should be on the opposite side. I have validated this with my AP201s.

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

Yes! My thoughts exactly 🙌

[@officialblue967]

so like facing the rear exhaust?

[@nicoyt9481]

Rear exhaust becomes unnecessary. To be honest, I have no exhaust fan (nor intake) in my AP201 with i7 12700@4.9Ghz + 4080 PNY XLR8. Natural heat evacuation through the top works perfectly.

[@Chris_Person]

A beautiful build as always, Matt. Do you think you could include a PCPartpicker list of some sort?

[@danieldegraaf]

love you love Asus too

[@86krzychus]

Matt, could you please consider presenting the kit in my personal very interesting SSUPD Xhuttle case

[@Swordboom]

planned to match this case with noctua 140mm indrustrial on side panel did the color match the wood on the front?

[@gwyhyr160]

very nice case, but i just yesterday bought fractal north inspired by ur previous build :D

[@danielcaparros]

what was that keyboard? I fell in love with it

[@bigno1900]

Video is timely, i was thinking whether i should replace my existing tower for this casing as I am using ATX PSU and MATX MB, only difference is i am using phantom spirit SE120 RGB.

[@hellblazer931]

looks like a little brother of Fractal Design North

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

It genuinely does!

[@cafub2650]

Watching form my White A3, a clone of the pervious all white version you did a few months ago.

[@GilangRamadhan-rj5hx]

Damn clean ❤

[@saurabhojha7766]

Background music of cinematic & Desk Setup section 8:33 . Link please!

[@thenoobgam3r190]

Does the case come with the 3 fans at the bottom

[@calebrosenboom3568]

Could you have still fit some 2.5 inch drives in that config? Thinking about doing a similar build myself

[@emilgo6033]

Another great build 😊. I ordered the same case. I use Noctua Casefans. My only diffrent thoughts are .. is it not better the rear fan blows into the cpu cooler and the cpu cooler blows the warm air in the case and the air goes up to the top?

[@macbaconboi6382]

Matt Lee gave us wood

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

Well, when you put it like that… 🫣

[@Luisml8]

can you do a video on your cable management on this case?

[@sarva1403]

Awesome build. Ever experienced any mobo flex with these big air coolers? I got a D15S and it kinda flexes my mobo a bit, having a minor sag due to the weight... (panic)

[@stevewilliams3235]

Very nice to watch but so frustrating when look to see prices and either not yet avaliable or just no longer avaliable parts.

[@eduardoreis6312]

How you do that, the cable management it was pretty good

[@Zarionwtf]

Great video Matt!! Are you using any fan splitter for connect all the fans or are you using just all the fans connectors of the motherboard?? Thanks!!