Introduction
I would like to thank
ASUS for supplying the review sample.
While ASUS is well known for their components like GPUs and motherboards, as well as other lines around networking, notebooks and monitors, they actually also have a pretty well fleshed out of line of cases that don't tend to get as much attention relatively speaking. In this review, we are looking at the ASUS TUF Gaming GT502, which we first spotted at CES this year. In proper TUF Gaming spirit, the case is squarely aimed at the gaming enthusiast with its design details, layout and capabilities. It is available in black and white, with our review sample being the lighter color.
Specifications
ASUS TUF Gaming GT502 |
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Case Type: | Mid-Tower |
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Material: | Steel, plastic, and tempered glass |
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Weight: | 11 kg |
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Slots: | 8 (or three vertical) |
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Drive Bays: | 4x Internal 2.5/3.5" |
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Motherboard Form Factors: | Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX |
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Dimensions: | 285 x 450 x 446 mm |
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Front Door/Cover: | N/A |
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Front Fans: | N/A |
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Rear Fans: | 1x 120 mm (optional) |
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Top Fans: | 3x 120/2x 140 mm (optional) |
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Bottom Fans: | N/A |
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Side Fans: | 3x 120 mm (optional) |
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Rear Chamber Fans: | 3x 120 mm (optional) |
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Front Radiator: | N/A |
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Rear Radiator: | 120 mm |
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Top Radiator: | 360 mm / 280 mm |
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Bottom Radiator: | N/A |
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Side Radiator: | 360 mm / 240 mm |
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Rear Chamber Radiator: | 360 mm / 240 mm |
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I/O: | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C 2x USB 3.0 1x Audio Combo |
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Fan/LED Controller: | N/A |
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Compatibility: | CPU Cooler: 163 mm GPU: 400 mm PSU: 200 mm |
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Packaging
ASUS ships the TUF Gaming GT502 in a brown cardboard box with white print on it. This color choice is deliberate as it lets you know which hue the chassis within the package has. The front sports a detailed image of the case along with some focus features, while the rear goes into additional details in multiple languages. You will find a specification table on one of the smaller panels, with the opposite one reserved for model and serial number stickers.
ASUS has taped the manual on top of the foam spacer, which is an unusual spot to find it. The case is protected extremely well with Foam spacers, so you should have no issues getting your brand new chassis in pristine condition.