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ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 vs Corsair 2500X: Comparison
What is the difference between ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 and Corsair 2500X?
Start with gpu clearance, because it is the widest measured gap between them: ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 400 mm against Corsair 2500X 340 mm, 15% in favour of ASUS TUF Gaming GT502. Cpu cooler clearance is closer, 163 mm on the ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 versus 170 mm on the Corsair 2500X. Case type is not the same on both, Mid-Tower on the ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 versus SFF / Mini-ITX on the Corsair 2500X. There is a split on panel type as well, Tempered glass left side and front panel on the ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 versus Tempered glass front and side on the Corsair 2500X.
ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 vs Corsair 2500X: which one fits your build
The ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 suits All-TUF Gaming component builds and dual radiator custom loop or AIO builds, though it is not the pick for small desks with limited space and budget builds not needing dual 360mm support. The Corsair 2500X is the one to take for showcase builds on a smaller desk and full ATX boards in a compact dual-chamber layout, though it is not built for E-ATX motherboards and large 360mm+ front radiators. Our rating of the ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 (8/10): A strong enthusiast ATX case on its own merits, and an easy pick if you're building an all-TUF Gaming system. Our rating of the Corsair 2500X (8/10): A strong pick if you want O11-style dual-chamber looks on a smaller desk without giving up full ATX support.
What ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 and Corsair 2500X have in common
Where they agree, they agree completely, motherboard support and front usb-c included, so the decision does not turn on any of those.
Specs and benchmarks
Motherboard Support
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
- Corsair 2500X
- ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
Case Type
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- Mid-Tower
- Corsair 2500X
- SFF / Mini-ITX
Panel Type
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- Tempered glass left side and front panel
- Corsair 2500X
- Tempered glass front and side
GPU Clearance
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- 400 mmBest
- Corsair 2500X
- 340 mm-15%
CPU Cooler Clearance
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- 163 mm-4%
- Corsair 2500X
- 170 mmBest
Front USB-C
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- Yes
- Corsair 2500X
- Yes
Which one should you pick?
Choose ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 if you want the higher GPU clearance (400 mm vs 340 mm).
Choose Corsair 2500X if you want the higher CPU cooler clearance (170 mm vs 163 mm).
Price comparison
| Retailer | ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 | Corsair 2500X |
|---|---|---|
| ASUS Store | View on ASUS Store | |
| Corsair Store | View on Corsair Store |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A strong enthusiast ATX case on its own merits, and an easy pick if you're building an all-TUF Gaming system.
Corsair 2500X
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A strong pick if you want O11-style dual-chamber looks on a smaller desk without giving up full ATX support.