Final thoughts and rating
Antec set out to bring the tried-and-trusted Three Hundred up to date with a feature set suited to enthusiasts on a budget, and has in many ways succeeded.
The Three Hundred Two is better equipped with USB 3.0, more drive bays and increased GPU clearance, and Antec has made the enclosure easier to work with by adding a good selection of tool-free mechanisms and well-placed cable-routing holes.
With the upgrades, the Three Hundred Two becomes a good-sized chassis that's well-suited to today's high-end hardware, and though it can get loud as a result of the numerous open vents, the pre-installed TwoCool fans do make it easy to keep noise levels in check.
The chassis should be a strong contender for a budget gaming machine, but a few niggles do prevent it from its reaching its full potential. The exterior aesthetics are simple, and the grey interior - despite being well laid out - comes across as dull. And there's also the issue of cost. The Three Hundred Two would be a no-brainer if it matched its predecessor by coming in at around £40, but the current retail price of £55 puts it up against some strong alternatives.
Bottom line: The Three Hundred Two is a solid step up from the ageing Three Hundred, but Antec needs to shave a few pounds off the price tag if it's to stand out from the competition.
The Good
Good cooling potential
Well laid out interior
Decent build quality
Dual-speed fans
The Bad
Grey interior looks dull
Isn't as affordable as its predecessor
Cable-routing system is basic
HEXUS Rating
Antec Three Hundred Two
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