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Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh vs Phanteks NV7: Comparison
What is the difference between Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh and Phanteks NV7?
On gpu clearance the spread is 26%, Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh 410 mm against Phanteks NV7 555 mm, so Phanteks NV7 takes it. Cpu cooler clearance runs the same way, 165 mm on the Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh versus 190 mm on the Phanteks NV7, another win for Phanteks NV7. Panel type is not the same on both, Tempered glass on the Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh versus Frameless tempered glass on the Phanteks NV7. Typical price is not the same on both, 95 USD on the Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh versus 270 USD on the Phanteks NV7. They differ on front usb-c too, No on the Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh versus Yes on the Phanteks NV7.
Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh vs Phanteks NV7: which one fits your build
it is not built 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 Phanteks NV7 is the one to take for custom water-cooling loops and Dual-480mm radiator builds, though it is not the pick for small or medium desks and budget builds. Our rating of the Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh (8/10): A visually distinctive airflow case with ARGB lighting included. Our rating of the Phanteks NV7 (8.5/10): the go-to case for extreme custom-loop builds, as long as you have the desk space and budget to match.
Which is cheaper, Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh or Phanteks NV7?
Cost splits them too. Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh sits at $95.00, Phanteks NV7 at $270, 184% more.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh and Phanteks NV7 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 480mm, top up to 480mm on the Phanteks NV7.
Is the Included Fans the same on the Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh and Phanteks NV7?
It is. Both are listed at 3, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- Cooler Master
- Phanteks NV7
- Phanteks
Motherboard Support
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- SSI-CEB, E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
- Phanteks NV7
- E-ATX, ATX, mATX, ITX
Case Type
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- Mid-Tower
- Phanteks NV7
- Full-Tower
Model
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- Phanteks NV7
- NV7
Panel Type
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- Tempered glass
- Phanteks NV7
- Frameless tempered glass
GPU Clearance
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- 410 mm-26%
- Phanteks NV7
- 555 mmBest
Typical Price
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- 95 USD
- Phanteks NV7
- 270 USD
CPU Cooler Clearance
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- 165 mm-13%
- Phanteks NV7
- 190 mmBest
Included Fans
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- 3
- Phanteks NV7
- 3
Radiator Support
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- Front 360mm, top 360mm, rear 120mm
- Phanteks NV7
- Front up to 480mm, top up to 480mm
Front USB-C
- Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh
- No
- Phanteks NV7
- Yes
Which one should you pick?
Choose Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh if you want the higher included fans (3 vs 3).
Choose Phanteks NV7 if you want the higher GPU clearance (555 mm vs 410 mm) and the higher CPU cooler clearance (190 mm vs 165 mm).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Cooler Master MasterBox TD500 Mesh | Phanteks NV7 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $95.00 View on Consumercarts listing | |
| Phanteks | $270.00 View on Phanteks |
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.
Phanteks NV7
8.5 / 10 Expert Rating
The go-to case for extreme custom-loop builds, as long as you have the desk space and budget to match.