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ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 vs Fractal Design Terra: Comparison
ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 vs Fractal Design Terra cpu cooler clearance compared
Cpu cooler clearance is where these two genuinely part company, ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 163 mm against Fractal Design Terra 65 mm, a 60% lead for ASUS TUF Gaming GT502. Add gpu clearance to that, 400 mm on the ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 versus 326 mm on the Fractal Design Terra, and the pattern holds. There is a split on panel type as well, Tempered glass left side and front panel on the ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 versus Anodized aluminum side panels, tempered glass top window on the Fractal Design Terra. They differ on dimensions too, 450 x 285 x 446mm on the ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 versus 382 x 210 x 226mm on the Fractal Design Terra.
ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 vs Fractal Design Terra: which one fits your build
Buy the ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 for 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 Fractal Design Terra suits desk-visible SFF builds and living room or studio PCs, though it is not built for tall air-cooler builds and E-ATX or ATX motherboards. 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 Fractal Design Terra (8/10): the best-looking SFF case on a desk, with real thermal tradeoffs to match its layout.
Frequently asked questions
Do the ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 and Fractal Design Terra differ on motherboard support?
Yes. Motherboard Support reads ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX on the ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 versus Mini-ITX on the Fractal Design Terra.
Is the Front USB-C the same on the ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 and Fractal Design Terra?
It is. Both are listed at Yes, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- ASUS
- Fractal Design Terra
- Fractal Design
Motherboard Support
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
- Fractal Design Terra
- Mini-ITX
Case Type
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- Mid-Tower
- Fractal Design Terra
- SFF / Mini-ITX
Model
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- TUF Gaming GT502
- Fractal Design Terra
- Terra
Panel Type
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- Tempered glass left side and front panel
- Fractal Design Terra
- Anodized aluminum side panels, tempered glass top window
GPU Clearance
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- 400 mmBest
- Fractal Design Terra
- 326 mm-18%
CPU Cooler Clearance
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- 163 mmBest
- Fractal Design Terra
- 65 mm-60%
Front USB-C
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- Yes
- Fractal Design Terra
- Yes
Dimensions
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- 450 x 285 x 446mm (D x W x H)
- Fractal Design Terra
- 382 x 210 x 226mm
Which one should you pick?
Choose ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 if you want the higher GPU clearance (400 mm vs 326 mm) and the higher CPU cooler clearance (163 mm vs 65 mm).
Choose Fractal Design Terra if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 | Fractal Design Terra |
|---|---|---|
| ASUS Store | View on ASUS Store | |
| Fractal Design Store | $210.00 View on Fractal Design 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.
Fractal Design Terra
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The best-looking SFF case on a desk, with real thermal tradeoffs to match its layout.