Specifications
- Dimensions (L x W x H)
- 557 × 262 × 548 mm
- Volume
- 79.98 L
- Motherboard Support
- Mini‑ITX, Mini‑DTX, Micro‑ATX, ATX, CEB (ATX‑compatible), E‑ATX (up to 310 mm wide)
- Material – Chassis
- SGCC (0.7–0.8 mm thick)
- Material – Panel
- ABSS
- Material – Side Panel
- Tempered glass (left), SGCC (right)
- Cable Routing Clearance
- 15–40 mm
- CPU Cooler Clearance
- 221 mm (Intel); 220 mm (AMD)
- Power Supply Clearance
- 150 mm (north‑south orientation); 210 mm (east‑west orientation)
- Graphics Card Clearance – Length
- 420 mm (with Mighty40 F220 fans installed)
- Graphics Card Clearance – Thickness
- 72 mm per card when installing two; 40 mm per card when installing four
- Dust Filters
- Top, front, bottom (PSU)
- Expansion Slots
- 8
- Drive Bay Support – 3.5" / 2.5"
- 3 / 6 (PSU ≤150 mm); 2 / 4 (150–210 mm PSU)
- Pre‑installed Drive Bays – 3.5" / 2.5"
- 3 / 6
- Fans Support – Top
- 3 × 120/140 mm or 2 × 160/180 mm
- Fans Support – Front
- Default: 2 × 220 mm; with MasterRails: 3 × 120/140 mm or 2 × 160/180 mm
- Fans Support – Rear
- 1 × 180 mm
- Pre‑installed Fans – Front
- 2 × Mighty40 F220
- Pre‑installed Fans – Rear
- 1 × Mighty40 V180
- Fan Hub Ports
- 6 × PWM; 6 × ARGB
- Fan Hub Total Power Capacity
- 54 W
- Radiator Support – Top
- 240/280/360‑120/360‑180 mm (max combined fan/radiator thickness 58 mm)
- Radiator Support – Front (MasterRails)
- 240/280/360‑120/360‑180 mm (max combined fan/radiator thickness 72 mm, divider removed)
- Radiator Support – Rear
- 180 mm
- I/O Panel – Power LED
- 1
- I/O Panel – USB Ports
- 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 x2 Type‑C; 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type‑A
- I/O Panel – Audio
- 1 × 3.5 mm headset jack (audio + mic)
- I/O Panel – Reset Switch
- 1
- Warranty – Case
- 2 years
- Warranty – Fan Hub
- 5 years
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What reviewers say
GamersNexus reviews the Cooler Master HAF II 500 as a high‑performance case that tops their noise‑normalized thermal charts for CPU, GPU VRAM, VRM and DDR5 temperatures. The review praises its solid build quality, large rear exhaust fan, positive‑pressure airflow design, and overall enthusiast‑grade construction. It notes a few drawbacks: the velcro strap hooks feel flimsy, some thin metal pieces bend easily, and there are minor small‑scale shortcomings that don’t outweigh the case’s strengths.
gamersnexus.net ↗
Tom’s Hardware praises the Cooler Master HAF II 500 as a strong mid‑tower that delivers impressive airflow and quiet operation for under $200, highlighting its large fans, spacious interior, flexible build options, and solid thermal performance.
www.tomshardware.com ↗
KitGuru reviews the Cooler Master HAF 500 as a budget version of the older MasterCase H500, noting its good airflow and easy access via a removable top panel but criticizing its design, cable management, and an unnecessary fan on the drive cage. The review gives it a 7.5/10 rating.
www.kitguru.net ↗
Our take
Based on 3 reviews
All three outlets agree the Cooler Master HAF II 500 delivers strong thermal performance and spacious airflow. GamersNexus notes it tops noise‑normalized charts for CPU, GPU VRAM, VRM and DDR5 temperatures, while Tom’s Hardware highlights impressive airflow and quiet operation. KitGuru also confirms good airflow, supported by the case’s large pre‑installed fans and flexible build options.
Reviews disagree on build quality and design details. GamersNexus praises solid construction but flags flimsy velcro hooks and bendable metal; Tom’s Hardware calls it a strong mid‑tower, while KitGuru criticizes design, cable management, and an unnecessary drive‑cage fan. Buyers prioritizing thermals should consider it; those valuing refined build quality may look elsewhere.
Pros
- Strong thermal performance across components
- Spacious interior with flexible build options
- Impressive airflow and quiet operation
Cons
- Flimsy velcro strap hooks
- Bendable thin metal pieces
- Criticized design and cable management
Best for: Thermal‑focused builders should buy it; those prioritizing refined build quality should look elsewhere.
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