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Corsair 6500X vs NZXT H9 Elite: Comparison
Corsair 6500X and NZXT H9 Elite separate most on cpu cooler clearance: Corsair 6500X at 190, NZXT H9 Elite at 165, 13% in favour of Corsair 6500X. GPU Clearance splits them by another 7%, again favouring Corsair 6500X. They match on included fans and front usb-c.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Corsair | NZXT |
| Motherboard Support | E-ATX, ATX, mATX, ITX | ATX, mATX, ITX |
| Case Type | Full-Tower | Mid-Tower |
| Model | 6500X | H9 Elite |
| Panel Type | Panoramic tempered glass, dual-chamber | Wraparound tempered glass, dual-chamber |
| GPU Clearance | 470 | 435-7% |
| Typical Price | 220 | 200 |
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 190 | 165-13% |
| Included Fans | 3 | 3 |
| Radiator Support | Front up to 420mm, top up to 420mm | Front up to 360mm, top up to 280mm |
| Front USB-C | true | true |
| Dimensions | 523 x 240 x 508mm | 460 x 230 x 480mm |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Corsair 6500X | NZXT H9 Elite |
|---|---|---|
| Corsair | View on Corsair | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg | View on Newegg |
| 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 6500X
8.5 / 10 Expert Rating
Corsair's flagship showcase case right now, with the dual-chamber cable hiding and radiator room to match its size.
NZXT H9 Elite
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The RGB-and-glass version of an already-good case, priced fairly for what's included.