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Corsair iCUE Link 3500X vs NZXT H5 Elite: Comparison
Corsair iCUE Link 3500X and NZXT H5 Elite separate most on gpu clearance: Corsair iCUE Link 3500X at 370, NZXT H5 Elite at 400, 8% in favour of NZXT H5 Elite. CPU Cooler Clearance splits them by another 3%, this time favouring Corsair iCUE Link 3500X. They match on case type, included fans and front usb-c.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Motherboard Support | ATX, mATX, ITX | ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Case Type | Mid-Tower | Mid-Tower |
| Panel Type | Tempered glass, dual-chamber | Tempered glass front and side |
| GPU Clearance | 370-7% | 400 |
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 170 | 165-3% |
| Included Fans | 3 | 3 |
| Radiator Support | Front up to 360mm, top up to 360mm | Front 280mm, Top 240mm |
| Front USB-C | true | true |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Corsair iCUE Link 3500X | NZXT H5 Elite |
|---|---|---|
| Corsair | View on Corsair | |
| 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 iCUE Link 3500X
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The cleanest cabling you'll get out of the box if you're buying into iCUE Link fans, with a solid mid-tower dual-chamber design underneath.
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.