Introduction
I would like to thank
Cooler Master for supplying the review sample.
The Cooler Master Mastercase H500 can be considered the purest of all the H cases. It runs straight down the middle with ATX support, two fans, no crazy frills, and the well-known H-series looks. To boot, it comes with a price tag that fits the segment perfectly, making it the case of the family that is truly geared to the mass market, which also makes it a great choice for a review.
Specifications
Cooler Master Mastercase H500 |
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Case Type: | Mid-tower |
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Material: | Steel, plastic, tempered glass |
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Weight: | 9.22kg |
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Slots: | 7 (there is a vertical one, but Cooler Master does not list it as a feature) |
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Drive Bays: | 2x Internal 3.5/2.5" 2x Internal 2.5" |
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Motherboard Form Factors: | ATX, Micro ATX, Mini ITX |
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Dimensions: | 450 x 220 x 445 mm (Excl. Panels), 525 x 228 x 502 mm (Incl. Panels) |
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Front Door/Cover: | N/A |
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Front Fans: | 3x 120 mm, 2x 140 mm, 2x 200 mm (2 x 200 mm pre-installed) |
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Rear Fans: | 1 x 120 mm (pre-installed) |
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Top Fans: | 2x 120 mm, 2x 140 mm, 1x 200 mm (optional) |
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Bottom Fans: | N/A |
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Side Fans: | N/A |
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I/O: | 2x USB 2.0 2x USB 3.0 1x Headphone 1x Microphone |
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Fan/LED Controller: | Onboard button on the RGB controller or via the reset switch (1x 1-to-3 RGB splitter cable included) |
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Compatibility: | CPU Cooler: 167 mm GPU: 410 mm PSU: 180 mm |
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Packaging
The chassis ships in the usual brown cardboard box with an image of the unit on front, while the rear goes into additional detail and lists a few marketing bulletin points in several languages. On the side, you get a full frontal view and a detailed specifications list.
Two Styrofoam spacers hold the case in place, and a plastic bag protects it from scratches and fingerprints during the packing process at the factory. Cooler Master has also included a foam bit that holds an additional cover.