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Cooler Master HAF 500 vs NZXT H9 Elite: Comparison
Cooler Master HAF 500 and NZXT H9 Elite separate most on gpu clearance: Cooler Master HAF 500 at 400, NZXT H9 Elite at 435, 8% in favour of NZXT H9 Elite. CPU Cooler Clearance splits them by another 6%, this time favouring Cooler Master HAF 500. They match on case type, included fans and front usb-c.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Cooler Master | NZXT |
| Motherboard Support | E-ATX, ATX, mATX, ITX | ATX, mATX, ITX |
| Case Type | Mid-Tower | Mid-Tower |
| Model | HAF 500 | H9 Elite |
| Panel Type | Polygonal mesh front, tempered glass side | Wraparound tempered glass, dual-chamber |
| GPU Clearance | 400-8% | 435 |
| Typical Price | 140 | 200 |
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 175 | 165-6% |
| Included Fans | 3 | 3 |
| Radiator Support | Front up to 360mm, top up to 360mm | Front up to 360mm, top up to 280mm |
| Front USB-C | true | true |
| Dimensions | 494 x 231 x 468mm | 460 x 230 x 480mm |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Cooler Master HAF 500 | NZXT H9 Elite |
|---|---|---|
| Cooler Master | View on Cooler Master | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg | View on Newegg |
| NZXT | View on NZXT |
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.
NZXT H9 Elite
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The RGB-and-glass version of an already-good case, priced fairly for what's included.