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Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack vs Phanteks P400A: Comparison
Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack vs Phanteks P400A included fans compared
Included fans is where these two genuinely part company, Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack 1 against Phanteks P400A 3, a 67% lead for Phanteks P400A. Add gpu clearance to that, 370 mm on the Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack versus 420 mm on the Phanteks P400A, and the pattern holds. There is a split on front usb-c as well, Yes on the Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack versus No on the Phanteks P400A.
Who each one is for
The Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack suits builders who like to change their case's look over time and standard ATX gaming builds wanting some visual customization, though it is not built for budget builds where extra panels aren't in the budget and anyone who wants a complete look out of the box. It is equally the pick for anyone who wants to try a mesh and glass mix-and-match look. The Phanteks P400A is the one to take for budget builds where front USB-C isn't a requirement and large GPU builds needing 420mm of clearance, though it is the wrong buy for anyone who needs front-panel USB-C and large air coolers over 160mm tall. Our rating of the Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack (7.5/10): A fun, genuinely modular case if you want to change its look over time, though the base kit alone is a fairly plain mid-tower. Our rating of the Phanteks P400A (7/10): A dated but still capable budget mesh case; worth buying only if it's discounted below current-generation alternatives like the XT Pro.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack and Phanteks P400A differ on cpu cooler clearance?
Yes. CPU Cooler Clearance reads 165 mm on the Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack versus 160 mm on the Phanteks P400A.
Is the Case Type the same on the Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack and Phanteks P400A?
It is. Both are listed at Mid-Tower, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Motherboard Support
- Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack
- ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
- Phanteks P400A
- E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
Case Type
- Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack
- Mid-Tower
- Phanteks P400A
- Mid-Tower
Panel Type
- Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack
- Modular mesh or tempered glass flat-pack panels
- Phanteks P400A
- Mesh front panel, tempered glass side
GPU Clearance
- Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack
- 370 mm-12%
- Phanteks P400A
- 420 mmBest
CPU Cooler Clearance
- Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack
- 165 mmBest
- Phanteks P400A
- 160 mm-3%
Included Fans
- Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack
- 1-67%
- Phanteks P400A
- 3Best
Radiator Support
- Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack
- Front 360mm, Top 280mm
- Phanteks P400A
- Front 360mm, Top 240mm
Case Volume
- Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack
- 44 L
- Phanteks P400A
- 48 L
Front USB-C
- Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack
- Yes
- Phanteks P400A
- No
Colour
- Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack
- Black, White
- Phanteks P400A
- Black, White
Which one should you pick?
Choose Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack if you want the higher CPU cooler clearance (165 mm vs 160 mm).
Choose Phanteks P400A if you want the higher GPU clearance (420 mm vs 370 mm) and the higher included fans (3 vs 1).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack | Phanteks P400A |
|---|---|---|
| Cooler Master Store | View on Cooler Master Store | |
| Phanteks | 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 Qube 500 Flatpack
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A fun, genuinely modular case if you want to change its look over time, though the base kit alone is a fairly plain mid-tower.
Phanteks P400A
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A dated but still capable budget mesh case; worth buying only if it's discounted below current-generation alternatives like the XT Pro.