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One of the most well known brands in PC cases, NZXT, has announced a version of the H500, the H510 Elite.
Much like the S340 Elite, this revision has some small changes and a few pretty interesting features.
The case features a tempered glass front and side panel as well as a few AER RGB 2 fans and a built-in HUE 2 RGB LED strip.
All features introduced in the latest iteration of the H Series will be present in the Elite; such as front panel USB-C and the new NZXT Smart Device v2 which brings power to the built-in RGB strips and fans. The H510 Elite retains the features beloved in the initial H Series such as the patented cable management system, single screw tempered glass panel, and all-steel construction.
“RGB has become a staple for PC builders,” says Johnny Hou, founder and CEO of NZXT. “Tools like the HUE 2 Ecosystem allow builders to create luminous builds that highlight theirpersonalities. The H510 Elite is the perfect case for people looking to get the most out of the RGB components and create amazing and beautiful builds.”
H510 Elite Features:
● Showcase your RGB build with front and side tempered glass panels
● Includes two Aer RGB 2 fans and one addressable RGB LED strip
● Smart Device v2 with two HUE 2 RGB lighting and three fan channels
● USB 3.1 Type A and USB 3.1 Gen 2-compatible USB-C connectors on the front panel
● Patented cable routing kit with pre-installed channels and straps for intuitive and easy cable management.
● Removable radiator/fan mounting bracket simplifies the installation of either AIO and custom loop liquid coolers
● An integrated GPU mount lets you display your GPU vertically (requires the purchase of a separate PCI riser card)
Visualize Your RGB:
Two tempered glass panels top off your build, perfectly showcasing your RGB system. We’veincluded two Aer RGB 2 fans and an RGB LED strip to get you started.Smarter:
The H510 Elite features a removable radiator mounting bracket, simple-to-use SSD trays, and a patented cable management system for a smarter, easier build experience. The new Smart Device v2 includes two HUE 2 RGB lighting channels, and three fan channels that support 0dB modes for voltage-regulated or PWM fans.More Modern:
The USB 3.1 Gen 2-compatible USB-C connector on the front panel makes it easier than ever to connect smartphones, high-speed external storage, and the latest peripherals to your PC.Still Beautiful:
The clean, modern design, iconic cable management bar, and uninterrupted tempered-glass panels all showcase your stunning build.Powered by NZXT CAM:
Use the intuitive NZXT CAM application to monitor and control your build, choosing from presets or custom controls for your RGB lighting and fans to create your dream PC.MSRP Pricing:
Global: $149.99
USA: $169.99*
Niche Gamer’s Take: Coming in at a cool $150 and $170 in the US, this is a pretty expensive case, though it does pack some nice features and USB 3.1 gen2 Type-C in the front. If you are the type to want to use a few RGB fans and an addressable RGB strip the value here isn’t too bad but you may want to skip out if you aren’t a huge fan of NZXT.
