Tuesday, February 27th 2024

CORSAIR Unveils 6500 Series and 2500 Series Dual Chamber Cases

Corsair today announced its re-entry into the dual chamber PC case market. Building on the direct airflow and impressive performance of the 680X and 280X cases, the new 6500 and 2500 Series deliver unprecedented levels of customization. Whether you need the spacious mid-tower chassis of the 6500 for a powerhouse desktop or the compact mid-tower design of the 2500 for a micro ATX build, their dual chamber layout makes building easier, promoting efficient cooling alongside a clean and professional look. With support for the latest reverse connector motherboards, options to convert from fully mesh airflow to tempered glass panels, and a range of functional and aesthetic accessories, these new cases mark a leap forward in dual-chamber case design.

The new reverse connector motherboards are a game-changer for PC builders. These motherboards, such as the ASUS BTF and MSI Project Zero, feature connections discreetly tucked away behind the motherboard tray. This layout, especially when combined with the Corsair iCUE LINK ecosystem, dramatically simplifies the building process and enables a nearly cable-free view within the main chamber of the case. iCUE LINK technology takes this a step further by enabling fans and other internal components to connect to each other seamlessly, reducing the need for multiple types of cables and connectors.

[Editor's note: Our in-depth review of the Corsair 6500X case is now live]
The 6500D AIRFLOW and 2500D AIRFLOW are designed for optimal cooling performance, featuring fully mesh front, side, roof, and bottom panels to meet the airflow needs of the most demanding high-end components. For those who prioritize visual flair, the 6500X and 2500X are masterpieces of design, offering a breathtaking view of your setup behind two crystal-clear tempered glass panels.

The dual-chamber layout separates the cooling and cable management zones to allow more direct airflow for thermally demanding components. The 6500D AIRFLOW and 2500D AIRFLOW provide four radiator mounting locations for immense cooling flexibility, while the 6500X and 2500X can fit three radiators, ensuring impressive cooling for flagship builds as well.

The 6500 and 2500 Series incorporate numerous user-friendly features. With Corsair's new effortless one-twist Quikturn fan screws, tool-free removable front panels, fabric pull tabs, and flexible doubleshot grommets, every detail has been engineered for convenience. These cases also allow builders to show off their unique style with a wide range of personalization options, including alternative wooden and aluminium panels, vertical GPU mounts, and more - all available through the Corsair webstore.

"We have a strong legacy to uphold with respect to dual chamber cases, and we really wanted to up the ante to make these the most attractive cases to build in," said Aaron Neal, Director of DIY Product Marketing at Corsair. "Fans of our 680X and 280X will find that we honor that legacy while adding in plenty of new features that vastly improve the PC building experience."

For those embarking on a new desktop build, whether it's a mid-tower or SFF setup, choose a 6500 or 2500 case—and be sure to equip it with new iCUE LINK RX Series fans for unmatched radiator cooling performance.

Availability and Pricing
Corsair 6500 Series and 2500 Series Dual Chamber PC Cases are available now from the Corsair webstore and the Corsair worldwide network of authorized retailers and distributors. 6500 Series and 2500 Series accessories are available direct from the Corsair webstore.

The 6500 Series and 2500 Series are backed by a two-year warranty, alongside the Corsair worldwide customer service and technical support network.
For up-to-date pricing of the 6500 Series, 2500 Series, and their accessories, please refer to the Corsair website or contact your local Corsair sales or PR representative.

For more information, visit the product pages of the 6500D Airflow, 6500X, 2500D Airflow, and 2500X.
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16 Comments on CORSAIR Unveils 6500 Series and 2500 Series Dual Chamber Cases

#1
Chaitanya
Those prices are quite a bit higher and would wait for discounts.
Edit: Those optional panel kits are also stupidly overpriced.
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#2
sKam
ChaitanyaThose prices are quite a bit higher and would wait for discounts.
Edit: Those optional panel kits are also stupidly overpriced.
that's corsair :D
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#3
HBSound
Does the 2500 allow for vertical GPU mounting?
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#4
Upgrayedd
Over double the price of a Lian Li O11 Air Mini? Can corsair justify that at all?
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#5
HBSound
UpgrayeddOver double the price of a Lian Li O11 Air Mini? Can corsair justify that at all?
One big difference is that the Lian Li 011 Air Mini can not support a dual 360 fan rad into the top and bottom.

I am a huge fan of the Lian Li small case, and right now, I could consider doing a project case I considered.

BUT I have not done the homework to see the size of this case in person compared to the lian li.
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#6
FoulOnWhite
Lian li certainly started something with that o11D design, not sure if it's one of, if not the most copied now.
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#7
HBSound
And I know it still early on the information. The Lian Li version allows for a PCI slots of 7. This little joker only allows 4. Looking to see if they release a modification for the backside.

Looks like the 2500 might allow vertical GPU.

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#8
trsttte
I don't know if there will be a review of the 2500 case but what's the point of that case? The lian li o11 air mini is both smaller, cheaper, comes with fans and supports full ATX motherboards, why would anyone buy this corsair option instead?
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Upgrayedd
HBSoundOne big difference is that the Lian Li 011 Air Mini can not support a dual 360 fan rad into the top and bottom.

I am a huge fan of the Lian Li small case, and right now, I could consider doing a project case I considered.

BUT I have not done the homework to see the size of this case in person compared to the lian li.
Ehh..AIOs cost too much for having a limited life. Air is forever. I'd only put a rad on the bottom if it was a custom loop. Also the hundreds of dollars you'd save going with dual tower air cooling in a LL O11 Air over a Cor$air case with an AIO for zero performance gains.
trsttteI don't know if there will be a review of the 2500 case but what's the point of that case? The lian li o11 air mini is both smaller, cheaper, comes with fans and supports full ATX motherboards, why would anyone buy this corsair option instead?
O11 Air Mini does up to eATX. Are you sure it's smaller? I thought it was closer to the 6500 here and not the mATX 2500. I don't think LianLi offers a mATX max size case in this style.
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#10
HBSound
trsttteI don't know if there will be a review of the 2500 case but what's the point of that case? The lian li o11 air mini is both smaller, cheaper, comes with fans and supports full ATX motherboards, why would anyone buy this corsair option instead?
You have a solid point! I was doing my best to stuff an oversized board in the Lian Li case, but the Lian Li case does not support 360 rad on the top, and 240 rads was not enough cooling.
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#11
trsttte
UpgrayeddO11 Air Mini does up to eATX. Are you sure it's smaller? I thought it was closer to the 6500 here and not the mATX 2500. I don't think LianLi offers a mATX max size case in this style.
The O11 Air mini is (D) 400 X (W) 288 X (H) 384 mm, while the corsair is 469 x 304 x 376. As HBSound noticed it doesn't support 360 rads, but are you going mATX on a setup like that and why use 360 anyway when you can use a 280mm for a slightly smaller size but less noise because 140mm fans!?
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#12
HBSound
trsttteThe O11 Air mini is (D) 400 X (W) 288 X (H) 384 mm, while the corsair is 469 x 304 x 376. As HBSound noticed it doesn't support 360 rads, but are you going mATX on a setup like that and why use 360 anyway when you can use a 280mm for a slightly smaller size but less noise because 140mm fans!?
One portion I do not see. How does this case support a full size ATX motherboard? The pictures shown only support 4 - PCI slots?
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#13
trsttte
HBSound360 rad on the top, and 240 rads was not enough cooling
You could have used a 280, to me 360 don't really make sense but I'm not into watercooling anyway
HBSoundOne portion I do not see. How does this case support a full size ATX motherboard? The pictures shown only support 4 - PCI slots?
The o11 is modular, you can reconfigure the back part for different layout like matx/itx with extra space on bottom or top for chunky radiators - those are not "DLC's" extras either, it's a feature of the case
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#14
HBSound
trsttteYou could have used a 280, to me 360 don't really make sense but I'm not into watercooling anyway
Yes, you are correct. But the 280 was not enough cooling. And it gets congested real quick with a 280 on the top, front side, bottom, etc. Then running pipping all over the place. Doing a dual 360 also simplifies the cooling and connections.
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#15
CrAsHnBuRnXp
There are next to no reviews for the 6500D. I wanna know the thermals between the 6500D and the 6500X
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#16
ThrashZone
Hi,
Duplex
Go ahead and get the four wheel drive version it will help moving it around hehe
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