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Conclusion 6500 Series case
Let’s start with the conclusion of the Corsair 6500(X). Is it the hoped-for successor to the legendary Carbide Air 540? I would answer this with “yes” and apart from the omitted 5.25″ bay, which is rarely used nowadays, the Corsair 6500 is miles ahead of the Carbide Air 540 in every respect. The materials have a high-quality appearance, are cleanly finished and the solid material thicknesses convey a very solid impression. The big advantage of the two-chamber cases, however, is the gigantic amount of space they offer despite their compact dimensions. The 6500X looks considerably smaller on the desk than full-size tower cases, but is hardly inferior to them in terms of space. The case also made a good thermal impression, although the fan configuration naturally has a significant influence on the result. A removable radiator tray at the bottom would have been desirable for easier handling, but otherwise the case leaves little room for criticism.
Overall, the Corsair 6500 series convinced us in terms of quality and appearance, although I personally find the price a little high. There are certainly some unique selling points here, such as the interchangeable (wooden) panels, which set it apart from the direct (and equally expensive) competition, but in the end everyone has to decide for themselves anyway.
Conclusion XH405i RGB water cooling kit
Finally, the conclusion on the water cooling kit. To be honest, I’m quite torn here, because on the one hand the result speaks for itself, but on the other hand the price is beyond good and evil. Yes, the kit really has everything I need to build a CPU cooling loop and even as a layman you can create a really stylish custom loop here without any previous knowledge. The kit’s components are also of very high quality and the cooling performance is also impressive, even at low speeds and correspondingly low noise levels. And even the included tools can be used to build several custom loops with ease, provided they are handled with care. And then, of course, there is the iCUE-Link system and the attractive QX fans, which contribute to the overall package. All in all, there is nothing wrong with the scope and quality of the kit.
There’s no doubt that you can put together an equivalent custom loop at a lower price and if you read up a bit and pick out the right components, then any well-designed cooling circuit can actually cool well AND look good. And even if you just have to reach for the shelf to get the all-round package you want, you have to be a Corsair fanboy (or really fancy the look) to go for the XH405i RGB.
The case and water cooling kit were provided by Corsair for this test. The only condition was compliance with the embargo period; there was no influence or compensation.
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