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Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh vs NZXT H9 Elite: Comparison
Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh vs NZXT H9 Elite: the gpu clearance difference
The gap that matters here is gpu clearance: Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh 410 mm against NZXT H9 Elite 435 mm, which puts NZXT H9 Elite 6% ahead. They differ on panel type too, Tempered glass on the Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh versus Wraparound tempered glass, dual-chamber on the NZXT H9 Elite. Typical price is not the same on both, 95 USD on the Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh versus 200 USD on the NZXT H9 Elite. They differ on front usb-c too, No on the Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh versus Yes on the NZXT H9 Elite.
Which should you buy, Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh or NZXT H9 Elite?
it is the wrong buy for buyers who prefer a minimalist, understated front panel design. It is equally the pick for buyers who want a visually distinctive airflow case with ARGB lighting included. The NZXT H9 Elite is the one to take for 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 Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh (8/10): A visually distinctive airflow case with ARGB lighting included. 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.
Which is cheaper, Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh or NZXT H9 Elite?
Cost splits them too. Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh sits at $95.00, NZXT H9 Elite at $200, 111% more.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh and NZXT H9 Elite differ on radiator support?
Yes. Radiator Support reads Front 360mm, top 360mm, rear 120mm on the Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh versus Front up to 360mm, top up to 280mm on the NZXT H9 Elite.
Is the CPU Cooler Clearance the same on the Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh and NZXT H9 Elite?
It is. Both are listed at 165 mm, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- Cooler Master
- NZXT H9 Elite
- NZXT
Motherboard Support
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- SSI-CEB, E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
- NZXT H9 Elite
- ATX, mATX, ITX
Case Type
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- Mid-Tower
- NZXT H9 Elite
- Mid-Tower
Model
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- NZXT H9 Elite
- H9 Elite
Panel Type
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- Tempered glass
- NZXT H9 Elite
- Wraparound tempered glass, dual-chamber
GPU Clearance
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- 410 mm-6%
- NZXT H9 Elite
- 435 mmBest
Typical Price
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- 95 USD
- NZXT H9 Elite
- 200 USD
CPU Cooler Clearance
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- 165 mm
- NZXT H9 Elite
- 165 mm
Included Fans
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- 3
- NZXT H9 Elite
- 3
Radiator Support
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- Front 360mm, top 360mm, rear 120mm
- NZXT H9 Elite
- Front up to 360mm, top up to 280mm
Front USB-C
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- No
- NZXT H9 Elite
- Yes
Which one should you pick?
Choose Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh if you want the higher CPU cooler clearance (165 mm vs 165 mm) and the higher included fans (3 vs 3).
Choose NZXT H9 Elite if you want the higher GPU clearance (435 mm vs 410 mm).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh | NZXT H9 Elite |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $95.00 View on Consumercarts listing | |
| 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
Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A visually distinctive airflow case with ARGB lighting included.
NZXT H9 Elite
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The RGB-and-glass version of an already-good case, priced fairly for what's included.