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Corsair 2500X vs NZXT H5 Elite: Comparison
Corsair 2500X and NZXT H5 Elite separate most on gpu clearance: Corsair 2500X at 340, NZXT H5 Elite at 400, 15% in favour of NZXT H5 Elite. CPU Cooler Clearance splits them by another 3%, this time favouring Corsair 2500X. They match on 5 other specifications, including motherboard support, panel type and included fans.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Motherboard Support | ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX | ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Case Type | SFF / Mini-ITX | Mid-Tower |
| Panel Type | Tempered glass front and side | Tempered glass front and side |
| GPU Clearance | 340-15% | 400 |
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 170 | 165-3% |
| Included Fans | 3 | 3 |
| Radiator Support | Top 280mm, Front 240mm | Front 280mm, Top 240mm |
| Front USB-C | true | true |
| Colour | Black, White | Black, White |
| Volume | 35 | 35.5 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Corsair 2500X | NZXT H5 Elite |
|---|---|---|
| Corsair | View on Corsair | |
| 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
Corsair 2500X
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A strong pick if you want O11-style dual-chamber looks on a smaller desk without giving up full ATX support.
NZXT H5 Elite
8 / 10 Expert Rating
Good value once you factor in the included RGB fans and controller, but pick the H5 Flow instead if airflow matters more than looks.