i'm starting this post to ask you guys a question. Maybe this question has already been answered but i'm just getting a freaking headache because of those two and i don't have time to search in the forum. Both of them have interesting features and i already have seen specs of both of them. But i just can't choose between the two chassis. If you have a better case for the same price i would definitely going to check it out. So please if you have a answer to my question i would be really pleased to read it.
PS: Please don't suggest me cases that are only available in the States. I'm from Europe.
Honestly these two are very close spec wise, and functionally are close. The only main difference is aesthetics. Which look would you prefer? the more fluid look of the Phantom 410, or the sharper look of the Carbide 500r. Personally I would pick the corsair case because I like practicality.
I personally would pick the nzxt because i would be pretty exhausted off the corsair in a year or two. But the problem is that the nzxt has no dust filter and thats one of the reasons that i stuck with those two.
Yes i know but its not the only reason as i've already said. fanspeed controller for al the fans on the nzxt and not on the corsair (only 2 fans)... As you see its not the only reason but if you have something better then those two i'm ok with it.
If a fan controller is a major deciding factor for you, you might consider purchasing a separate controller. In my experience case mounted integrated fan controllers (the ones that come with the case) are usually cheaply made with inadequate cooling and can cause a fire if overloaded.
If your angle is perhaps quality however I would recommend the Corsair over the NZXT. In my opinion its a much higher quality case, better built with better hardware.
If dust filters are important to you, as they are to me then I can tell you, you will love Corsairs filters. They are easily removed and easily washable.
I know that already as i've already said i did a couple of research of the 2 cases. The quality of the corsair is superior to the nzxt OK but if i see the specs the nzxt has a better airflow and is quieter then the corsair. I'm not gonna say every problem i have about those two cases. Thats why it is such a headache for me.