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Previously known as the Sonata III the Sonata III 500 is a mid-tower computer case from Antec. The main model of the Sonata family, the Sonata III 500 attempts to bring quality computer cases to the masses. Featuring a quality 500W EarthWatts power supply, the Sonata 3 is unbeatable for those who require a quality case and power supply at the cheapest cost. While not the strongest or quietest power supply, the 500W EarthWatts is 80+ certified, meaning it can deliver power efficiently, and at 500W it can provide ample power to even a hungry single card gaming system. Similar to the rest of Antec's lineup, the Sonata III 500 comes with a 120mm Antec TriCool fan for those uninterested in purchasing fans separately.
MSRP $100.00
Release date May, 2007
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Features
- Included power supply: 500W EarthWatts
- External Drive Bays: 3 x 5.25", 2 x 3.5"
- Internal Drive Bays: 4 x 3.5"
- Front ports: 2 x USB2, 1 x eSATA, Audio In/Out
- Supported Motherboards: up to standard ATX
- Material: Steel
- Dimentions: 16.7" (H) x 8.1" (W) x 18.2" (D)
- Weight: 20.3 lbs
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Antec Sonata III 500
• Antec Sonata III 500 Quiet Super Mini Tower ATX Case (Black)
• Sonata 3 Black Mid Tower
UPC: 761345151375
EAN: 761345151375
MPN: SONATA III 500
Competitors
MSRP $89.99
Released January, 2007
Pros
- noise reducing dampening foam works as advertised
- well constructed, sturdy front door panel
- tool-less assembly system
Cons
- no-frills interior
- no removable motherboard tray
- large graphic cards will still obstruct at least two hard drives
Antec Sonata III 500
vs.
NZXT Hush
MSRP $120.00
Released --
4x5.25", 2x3.5", 5x3.5" internal12 cm ball bearing fan x 1; 8 cm ball bearing fan x 2; 12 cm blower fan x 1, Air Duct for CPU x 1, Air Duct for PSU fan x 1ATX & pentium 4 (max size: 12"x9.6")USB2.0 x 2 ; IEEE 1394 x 1; MIC x 1; EAR x...
Antec Sonata III 500
vs.
Lian Li PC-60 plus
MSRP $100.00
Released --
4x5.25", 2x3.5", 3x3.5" internal12 cm ball bearing x 2ATX & pentium 4 (max size: 12"x9.6")USB2.0 x 2 ; IEEE 1394 x 1; MIC x 1; EAR x 1210x450x490 mm ( W,H,D)PCI Slot x 7Available in black and silver
Antec Sonata III 500
vs.
Lian Li PC-7 plus
Reviews
September 11, 2008
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3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- Stylish
- Solid construction
- Good value
- Good amount of space inside
- Sensible routes for cables
Cons
- Only quiet on lowest fan speed setting, otherwise noisey
- Front door is a bit flimsy
- Cannot fit fan to front of case
- Can't remove motherboard tray
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April 6, 2009
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2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- Stylish
- Solid construction
- Good value
- Good amount of space inside
- includes a capable and efficient power supply
Cons
- Only quiet on lowest fan speed setting, otherwise noisey
- Front door is a bit flimsy
- Cannot fit fan to front of case
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June 3, 2009
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Pros
- Stylish
- Solid construction
- includes a capable and efficient power supply
Cons
- Only quiet on lowest fan speed setting, otherwise noisey
- Front door is a bit flimsy
- Cannot fit fan to front of case
- Can't remove motherboard tray
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