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Cooler Master HAF 500 vs Deepcool CH780: Comparison
What is the difference between Cooler Master HAF 500 and Deepcool CH780?
The gap that matters here is included fans: Cooler Master HAF 500 3 against Deepcool CH780 4, which puts Deepcool CH780 25% ahead. They differ on panel type too, Polygonal mesh front, tempered glass side on the Cooler Master HAF 500 versus Panoramic tempered glass, dual-chamber on the Deepcool CH780. There is a split on typical price as well, 140 USD on the Cooler Master HAF 500 versus 190 USD on the Deepcool CH780. Dimensions is not the same on both, 494 x 231 x 468mm on the Cooler Master HAF 500 versus 555 x 250 x 545mm on the Deepcool CH780.
Who each one is for
Buy the Cooler Master HAF 500 for high-wattage airflow builds and E-ATX boards in a mid-tower footprint, though it is not the pick for noise-sensitive environments and showcase RGB builds without extra fans. The Deepcool CH780 is the one to take for value-focused full-tower showcase builds and E-ATX motherboards, though it is the wrong buy for extreme dual-480mm radiator builds and small desks. Our rating of the Cooler Master HAF 500 (8/10): A strong airflow mid-tower for people who like the HAF 700's looks but not its size. Our rating of the Deepcool CH780 (8/10): one of the best value full-tower showcase cases right now, undercutting pricier rivals without giving up much.
Which is cheaper, Cooler Master HAF 500 or Deepcool CH780?
At the last price check the Cooler Master HAF 500 was $140 and the Deepcool CH780 $190, a 36% premium.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Cooler Master HAF 500 and Deepcool CH780 differ on gpu clearance?
Yes. GPU Clearance reads 400 mm on the Cooler Master HAF 500 versus 435 mm on the Deepcool CH780.
Is the Motherboard Support the same on the Cooler Master HAF 500 and Deepcool CH780?
It is. Both are listed at E-ATX, ATX, mATX, ITX, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- Cooler Master HAF 500
- Cooler Master
- Deepcool CH780
- DeepCool
Motherboard Support
- Cooler Master HAF 500
- E-ATX, ATX, mATX, ITX
- Deepcool CH780
- E-ATX, ATX, mATX, ITX
Case Type
- Cooler Master HAF 500
- Mid-Tower
- Deepcool CH780
- Full-Tower
Model
- Cooler Master HAF 500
- HAF 500
- Deepcool CH780
- CH780
Panel Type
- Cooler Master HAF 500
- Polygonal mesh front, tempered glass side
- Deepcool CH780
- Panoramic tempered glass, dual-chamber
GPU Clearance
- Cooler Master HAF 500
- 400 mm-8%
- Deepcool CH780
- 435 mmBest
Typical Price
- Cooler Master HAF 500
- 140 USD
- Deepcool CH780
- 190 USD
CPU Cooler Clearance
- Cooler Master HAF 500
- 175 mm-8%
- Deepcool CH780
- 190 mmBest
Included Fans
- Cooler Master HAF 500
- 3-25%
- Deepcool CH780
- 4Best
Radiator Support
- Cooler Master HAF 500
- Front up to 360mm, top up to 360mm
- Deepcool CH780
- Front up to 420mm, top up to 420mm
Front USB-C
- Cooler Master HAF 500
- Yes
- Deepcool CH780
- Yes
Dimensions
- Cooler Master HAF 500
- 494 x 231 x 468mm
- Deepcool CH780
- 555 x 250 x 545mm
Which one should you pick?
Choose Cooler Master HAF 500 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose Deepcool CH780 if you want the higher GPU clearance (435 mm vs 400 mm), the higher CPU cooler clearance (190 mm vs 175 mm) and the higher included fans (4 vs 3).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Cooler Master HAF 500 | Deepcool CH780 |
|---|---|---|
| Cooler Master Store | $140.00 View on Cooler Master Store | |
| Deepcool | $190.00 View on Deepcool |
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
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.
Deepcool CH780
8 / 10 Expert Rating
One of the best value full-tower showcase cases right now, undercutting pricier rivals without giving up much.