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Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack vs Phanteks XT Pro: Comparison
Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack vs Phanteks XT Pro: the gpu clearance difference
On gpu clearance the spread is 11%, Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack 370 mm against Phanteks XT Pro 415 mm, so Phanteks XT Pro takes it. Cpu cooler clearance runs the same way, 165 mm on the Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack versus 184 mm on the Phanteks XT Pro, another win for Phanteks XT Pro. Panel type is not the same on both, Modular mesh or tempered glass flat-pack panels on the Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack versus Tempered glass side window on the Phanteks XT Pro.
Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack vs Phanteks XT Pro: which one fits your build
The Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack is the one to take for 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. The same goes for anyone who wants to try a mesh and glass mix-and-match look. it is not the pick for buyers who want multiple fans included out of the box. It is equally the pick for first-time builders who want Phanteks build quality at an accessible entry price. 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 XT Pro (7/10): Phanteks build quality at an accessible entry price, with only one fan included.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack and Phanteks XT Pro differ on radiator support?
Yes. Radiator Support reads Front 360mm, Top 280mm on the Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack versus Front 240mm, top 360mm, rear 120mm on the Phanteks XT Pro.
Is the Included Fans the same on the Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack and Phanteks XT Pro?
It is. Both are listed at 1, 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 XT Pro
- E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
Case Type
- Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack
- Mid-Tower
- Phanteks XT Pro
- Mid-Tower
Panel Type
- Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack
- Modular mesh or tempered glass flat-pack panels
- Phanteks XT Pro
- Tempered glass side window
GPU Clearance
- Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack
- 370 mm-11%
- Phanteks XT Pro
- 415 mmBest
CPU Cooler Clearance
- Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack
- 165 mm-10%
- Phanteks XT Pro
- 184 mmBest
Included Fans
- Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack
- 1
- Phanteks XT Pro
- 1
Radiator Support
- Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack
- Front 360mm, Top 280mm
- Phanteks XT Pro
- Front 240mm, top 360mm, rear 120mm
Front USB-C
- Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack
- Yes
- Phanteks XT Pro
- Yes
Which one should you pick?
Choose Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack if you want the higher included fans (1 vs 1).
Choose Phanteks XT Pro if you want the higher GPU clearance (415 mm vs 370 mm) and the higher CPU cooler clearance (184 mm vs 165 mm).
Price comparison
| Retailer | Cooler Master Qube 500 Flatpack | Phanteks XT Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Cooler Master Store | View on Cooler Master Store | |
| Newegg | $80.00 View on Newegg |
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 XT Pro
7 / 10 Expert Rating
Phanteks build quality at an accessible entry price, with only one fan included.