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be quiet! Shadow Base 800 vs Cooler Master HAF 500: Comparison
be quiet! Shadow Base 800 and Cooler Master HAF 500 differ on motherboard support: be quiet! Shadow Base 800 at E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX, Cooler Master HAF 500 at E-ATX, ATX, mATX, ITX. They match on case type and included fans.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | be quiet! | Cooler Master |
| Motherboard Support | E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX | E-ATX, ATX, mATX, ITX |
| Case Type | Mid-Tower | Mid-Tower |
| Model | Shadow Base 800 | HAF 500 |
| Panel Type | Tempered glass window side panel, open mesh front and top | Polygonal mesh front, tempered glass side |
| GPU Clearance | 430 mm | 400-7% |
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 180 mm | 175-3% |
| Included Fans | 3 | 3 |
| Radiator Support | Front 420mm, top 420mm, rear 120mm | Front up to 360mm, top up to 360mm |
| Front USB-C | Yes | true |
| Dimensions | 550 x 247 x 503mm (L x W x H, excl. stands) | 494 x 231 x 468mm |
Price comparison
| Retailer | be quiet! Shadow Base 800 | Cooler Master HAF 500 |
|---|---|---|
| be quiet! | View on be quiet! | |
| Cooler Master | View on Cooler Master | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg |
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
be quiet! Shadow Base 800
8.5 / 10 Expert Rating
The best quiet-focused case in be quiet!'s lineup for anyone who also wants serious radiator support, without paying flagship Dark Base Pro pricing.
Cooler Master HAF 500
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A strong airflow mid-tower for people who like the HAF 700's looks but not its size.