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FormD T1 vs NZXT H5 Elite: Comparison
FormD T1 and NZXT H5 Elite separate most on cpu cooler clearance: FormD T1 at 71, NZXT H5 Elite at 165, 57% in favour of NZXT H5 Elite. GPU Clearance splits them by another 22%, again favouring NZXT H5 Elite.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Motherboard Support | Mini-ITX | ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Case Type | SFF / Mini-ITX | Mid-Tower |
| Panel Type | CNC-milled solid aluminum panels | Tempered glass front and side |
| GPU Clearance | 312-22% | 400 |
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 71-57% | 165 |
| Included Fans | 0 | 3 |
| Radiator Support | Side up to 240mm (panel swap required) | Front 280mm, Top 240mm |
| Front USB-C | true | true |
Price comparison
| Retailer | FormD T1 | NZXT H5 Elite |
|---|---|---|
| FormD | View on FormD | |
| SFF Network | View on SFF Network | |
| 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
FormD T1
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A cult favorite for a reason, just go in knowing you're buying a shell, not a complete kit.
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.