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ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 vs NZXT H9 Elite: Comparison
What is the difference between ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 and NZXT H9 Elite?
The gap that matters here is gpu clearance: ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 400 mm against NZXT H9 Elite 435 mm, which puts NZXT H9 Elite 8% ahead. Cpu cooler clearance is closer, 163 mm on the ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 versus 165 mm on the NZXT H9 Elite. They differ on motherboard support too, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX on the ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 versus ATX, mATX, ITX on the NZXT H9 Elite. There is a split on panel type as well, Tempered glass left side and front panel on the ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 versus Wraparound tempered glass, dual-chamber on the NZXT H9 Elite. They differ on dimensions too, 450 x 285 x 446mm on the ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 versus 460 x 230 x 480mm on the NZXT H9 Elite.
ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 vs NZXT H9 Elite: which one fits your build
The ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 is the one to take for All-TUF Gaming component builds and dual radiator custom loop or AIO builds, though it is the wrong buy for small desks with limited space and budget builds not needing dual 360mm support. The NZXT H9 Elite suits RGB showcase builds without extra fan shopping and builders who want NZXT's CAM ecosystem, though it is not built for airflow-first builds (get the H9 Flow instead) and E-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 NZXT H9 Elite (8/10): the RGB-and-glass version of an already-good case, priced fairly for what's included.
Where the two are identical
Where they agree, they agree completely, case type and front usb-c included, so the decision does not turn on any of those.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- ASUS
- NZXT H9 Elite
- NZXT
Motherboard Support
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
- NZXT H9 Elite
- ATX, mATX, ITX
Case Type
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- Mid-Tower
- NZXT H9 Elite
- Mid-Tower
Model
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- TUF Gaming GT502
- NZXT H9 Elite
- H9 Elite
Panel Type
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- Tempered glass left side and front panel
- NZXT H9 Elite
- Wraparound tempered glass, dual-chamber
GPU Clearance
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- 400 mm-8%
- NZXT H9 Elite
- 435 mmBest
CPU Cooler Clearance
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- 163 mm-1%
- NZXT H9 Elite
- 165 mmBest
Front USB-C
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- Yes
- NZXT H9 Elite
- Yes
Dimensions
- ASUS TUF Gaming GT502
- 450 x 285 x 446mm (D x W x H)
- NZXT H9 Elite
- 460 x 230 x 480mm
Which one should you pick?
Choose ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose NZXT H9 Elite if you want the higher GPU clearance (435 mm vs 400 mm) and the higher CPU cooler clearance (165 mm vs 163 mm).
Price comparison
| Retailer | ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 | NZXT H9 Elite |
|---|---|---|
| ASUS Store | View on ASUS Store | |
| NZXT Store | $200.00 View on NZXT 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.
NZXT H9 Elite
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The RGB-and-glass version of an already-good case, priced fairly for what's included.