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ATX vs mATX vs Mini-ITX (Form Factors)
Simply the size of the motherboard and case — pick based on your desk and upgrade plans.
ATX — full size: the most expansion slots, best airflow, easiest to upgrade later. mATX (Micro-ATX) — the compact middle ground: fits full-size GPUs in a smaller case, usually the best value. Mini-ITX — tiny: fits on any desk or travels with you, but tighter to cool and upgrade. Performance is identical across all three with the same parts — form factor is purely about space, upgradability, and looks.
ATX/mATX for max airflow and future GPU upgrades. Mini-ITX if you LAN-party or have a small desk — same FPS, smaller box.
Compact mATX or Mini-ITX keeps the desk clean — without a big GPU, cooling a small case is easy and silent.
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Mini with a carry handle: Ultra Portable RTX 3060 ($680) · Cube case with wood base: Compact Mini RTX 3060 · Full-size showcases: browse all builds.
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