Buyer’s guide

Open Frame PC cases

Test benches and wall-mount frames that put the hardware on display.

Typical volume
Varies
Motherboards
ATX, E-ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
Best for
Hardware testing, showcase and wall-mounted builds
Listed here
6 cases, 10.7–115.4 L

Open Frame cases

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Cooler Master

MasterFrame 700

W × H × D
702 × 410 × 306 mm
Volume
88.1 L
Max GPU
450 mm
CPU cooler
158 mm

SSI-EEB · E-ATX · ATX · Micro-ATX · Mini-ITX

Streacom

BC1 V2 Benchtable

W × H × D
360 × 110 × 270 mm
Volume
10.7 L
Max GPU
—
CPU cooler
—

E-ATX · ATX · Micro-ATX · Mini-ITX

Streacom

DA6

W × H × D
215 × 431 × 215 mm
Volume
19.9 L
Max GPU
323 mm
CPU cooler
105 mm

Mini-ITX

Thermaltake

Core P3 TG Pro

W × H × D
268 × 535 × 500 mm
Volume
71.7 L
Max GPU
450 mm
CPU cooler
180 mm

E-ATX · ATX · Micro-ATX · Mini-ITX

Thermaltake

Core P5 TG V2

W × H × D
608 × 570 × 333 mm
Volume
115.4 L
Max GPU
320 mm
CPU cooler
180 mm

E-ATX · ATX · Micro-ATX · Mini-ITX

Thermaltake

Core P6 TG

W × H × D
255 × 565 × 530 mm
Volume
76.4 L
Max GPU
458 mm
CPU cooler
180 mm

E-ATX · ATX · Micro-ATX · Mini-ITX

Quick comparison

Case W × H × D (mm) Volume Weight Max GPU CPU cooler PSU
Cooler Master MasterFrame 700 702 × 410 × 306 88.1 L 12.15 kg 450 mm 158 mm ATX (dual PSU support)
Streacom BC1 V2 Benchtable 360 × 110 × 270 10.7 L 1.82 kg — — ATX
Streacom DA6 215 × 431 × 215 19.9 L 2.5 kg 323 mm 105 mm SFX or ATX
Thermaltake Core P3 TG Pro 268 × 535 × 500 71.7 L 12.5 kg 450 mm 180 mm ATX
Thermaltake Core P5 TG V2 608 × 570 × 333 115.4 L 16.3 kg 320 mm 180 mm ATX
Thermaltake Core P6 TG 255 × 565 × 530 76.4 L 17.84 kg 458 mm 180 mm ATX

Volume is the outer bounding box (W × H × D), which is usually a bit more than the volume the manufacturer quotes.

Open frame buyer’s guide

Open frame cases skip most or all panels. They range from flat test benches like the Streacom BC1 to wall-mountable showcase frames like the Thermaltake Core P-series. They make it easy to swap hardware and show off a build, but they don't protect against dust, pets or spilled drinks.

Who should buy one

  • Reviewers, overclockers and tinkerers who swap parts often.
  • Custom loop showcase builds, wall-mounted like art.
  • Builders who want quick access for testing, troubleshooting or bench-marking.

What to check

  • Footprint in each mode. Wall-mount frames like the Core P5 are 60+ cm wide, and the MasterFrame 700 is 70 cm wide in bench mode.
  • GPU support. Vertical riser mounts and reservoir positions change the usable GPU length.
  • Dust and safety. Exposed fans and live components aren't ideal around kids or pets.
  • Noise. Nothing dampens fan or coil noise.

Desk placement tips

Benchtables need the most desk area of any case type. Wall-mount frames free the desk entirely but need a sturdy wall and a plan for cables.

FAQ

Do open frame PCs run cooler?

Components get unrestricted air, so temperatures are usually good. Without directed airflow, though, VRMs and M.2 drives can run warmer than in a well-ventilated case.

How often do I need to clean an open frame build?

Expect to dust it every few weeks, depending on your room. A soft brush and an air blower are essential.

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