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DeepCool CH160 Plus

Physical Product · PC cases · 83 mentions · 4 subreddits · discussed in r/mffpc, r/IndianPCHardware, r/buildapc, r/linuxhardware

Reddit take

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The DeepCool CH160 Plus is a compact Micro-ATX (mATX) case favored by builders who want a small footprint without the high cost of ITX-specific components. It is widely praised for its ability to house mATX motherboards, full-sized ATX power supplies, and 240mm AIO coolers in a portable frame. However, the small size leads to significant challenges with cable management and tight component clearances, which can make closing the side and front panels difficult.

Pros

  • Supports standard mATX motherboards and ATX power supplies, avoiding the 'ITX tax'.
  • Compact enough for travel and easy to move around.
  • Accommodates 240mm AIO liquid coolers and GPUs up to 340mm.
  • Clean aesthetic and high build quality for its price point.
  • Considered one of the most affordable and best-value MFF (Medium Form Factor) cases in certain markets like India.

Cons

  • Cable management is described as a 'pain' and highly challenging due to limited space.
  • Tight clearances can make it difficult to close the front and back panels once components are installed.
  • Potential quality control issues with the front air filter mesh being loose and rubbing against fans.
  • Removing the front filter to fix rubbing can result in unpleasant intake noise through the grill.

Caveats

  • Large GPUs (e.g., 270mm+) may sit extremely close to the PSU, potentially blocking airflow or requiring precise positioning.
  • While it supports ATX PSUs, using one significantly restricts space for cable routing compared to SFX units.
  • Does not support 360mm AIO coolers.

Best for

  • Builders looking for a compact MFFPC (Medium Form Factor PC) on a budget.
  • Users who want a portable PC but prefer using standard mATX and ATX parts.
  • Small-desk setups where a full tower is too large.

Avoid if

  • You are a first-time builder who lacks patience for difficult cable management.
  • You require a 360mm AIO for high-end CPU cooling.
  • You want a case with high-airflow mesh options for all panels.

This summary uses balanced time weighting with about a 6-month half-life. The evidence is drawn from a window between July 2025 and March 2026, with a median age of approximately 289 days. While the feedback is consistent, the volume of detailed technical reviews is moderate.

Sentiment

56 positive (67%) · 21 mixed (25%) · 6 negative (7%)

Trust + time weighted score: +62% · raw score 60%

What redditors said (10 of 83)

I love a tight fit like this. Managed to cram a 353mm long GPU into my CH160 Plus
positive · u/b****h · r/mffpc · comment · Jun 26, 2026 · open on Reddit ↗
The Deepcool CH160 Plus fit all the bills for me when it came to size, front IO orientation etc, but the official GPU clearance said 342mm (without a front fan) which was an issue cause the GPU I had in mind for it is a 353mm monster. Turns out with enough fiddling it will fit, but literally with just a millimeter or two clearance up against the front. And that's with a 150mm ATX PSU as well. I'm not sure I would recommend doing this though; it was not a happy build.
mixed · u/b****h · r/mffpc · May 16, 2026 · open on Reddit ↗
Also consider the DeepCool CH160 Plus, Jonsbo D32 STD, or Lian Li A3-mATX.
positive · u/C****a · r/buildapc · comment · Jan 25, 2026 · open on Reddit ↗
I love my CH160 Plus case, perfect compact mATX box that accommodates a large GPU if you're rocking an SFX PSU.
positive · u/H****9 · r/mffpc · comment · Jun 12, 2026 · open on Reddit ↗
the price in Norway is disgusting so I landed on the CH160 Plus instead.
positive · u/H****9 · r/mffpc · comment · Jun 8, 2026 · open on Reddit ↗
I went with all exhaust on my CH160 Plus and RTX 5070 Ventus 2X. ... Temperatures are great and so is fan noise.
positive · u/H****9 · r/mffpc · comment · Jun 6, 2026 · open on Reddit ↗
New case - Deepcool CH160 Plus
mixed · u/M****2 · r/buildapc · Feb 13, 2026 · open on Reddit ↗
CH160 has no cable management space so that makes it a lot harder.
negative · u/M****0 · r/mffpc · comment · Sep 10, 2026 · open on Reddit ↗
I did white on the ch160 and i think the white looks a little nicer. Especially when you pair it with a deepcool digital air cooler.
positive · u/T****h · r/mffpc · comment · Sep 10, 2026 · open on Reddit ↗
The CH160 Plus seems much simpler. From the builds I’ve watched, I could just use 4 × 120mm case fans and have a straightforward setup without needing to worry about different fan sizes or configurations.
positive · u/N***i · r/mffpc · Sep 9, 2026 · open on Reddit ↗

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