Inside the 6500D Airflow
Inside the 6500D Airflow :
Opening the case is pretty straightforward, since the side glass is simply hinged and held in place by a push-pin system. This system is more or less the same as Antec’s P120 Crystal. However, we would have appreciated a system without visible screws to hold the glass in place.
As for the rear panel, it is secured by two hand screws, while being held in place by a push-pin system.
The chassis :
Internally, there are numerous openings on the motherboard tray. As you can see, there are the classic openings for cables. However, additional openings are provided for motherboards from the ASUS BTF series (TUF Gaming Z790-BTF & Maximus Z790 Hero BTF) and MSI’s Project Zero series (Z790 Project Zero).
Out of the box, this model is compatible with 30.5 cm-wide ATX and E-ATX motherboards.
At the rear, the presence of the power supply means there’s plenty of space. Clearly, cabling won’t be a problem, although no guides or Velcro strips are included as standard.
Storage locations :
The storage part of the case is concentrated in the same place, namely around the hard disk cage. In addition to offering two plastic baskets compatible with 3.5″ and 2.5″, there are two dedicated 2.5″ drive trays.
While some may consider the system basic, at least you won’t have to unscrew the HDD cage completely to add/remove storage units, as is the case with NZXT’s H7.
Power supply location:
For the power supply, we can count on a vertical slot for an ATX-format block. In length, we’re comfortable, unless you opt for particularly imposing blocks like the Dark Power Pro 13 from be quiet! for example. No, on reasonable models, there’s no question.
Cooling options :
Like the little 2500X, this 6500D Airlfow also comes with… Zero fans as standard. Once again, this is a pity, as you’ll have to pay for a fan pack. Fortunately, a few P12 or P14 fans are available in packs of five for a small price.
Internally, however, there are plenty of slots for fans:
- Front: 3x 120 or 2×140 mm
- Top: 3x 120/140 mm
- Side: 3x 120
- Rear: 1x 120/140 mm
- Bottom: 3x 120/140 mm
This case therefore boasts a high fan capacity. If required, up to 13 fans can be mounted on the 120 mm side, as opposed to nine on the 140 mm side. Despite the possibility of mounting up to three fans per area, only 360 mm watercooling radiators can be installed. If you opt for a standard 140 mm model, you’ll be limited to 280 mm.
And for air-cooling, there’s no need to panic either, since we’ve got a generous 190 mm of clearance. Suffice it to say that the brand’s A115 and its 165 mm fit in without difficulty!
The bundle:
The accessory section features:
- A simple warranty guide
- A rigid box including screws, nylon cable ties and an adapter for the F_PANEL header.
Once again, we’re pleased with Corsair’s choice, as it keeps the case’s screws and bolts neat and tidy. Unlike other brands which opt for plastic bags to be torn open, that after three uses, there are everywhere and we no longer know who does what.
The little details:
In itself, the 6500D Airflow’s functionalities are fairly limited, with little more than a dust filter accessible from the front of the body. It’s silly when you put it like that, but not many references can boast that.
Otherwise, the side plate supporting the fans and watercooling radiator is removable. Rather practical for mounting the latter.
Of course, Corsair also boasts an extensive range of accessories, including kits for changing the style of the front panel, as well as vertical brackets, cable guide systems and more.
To sum up:
On the face of it, this is a rather spacious case, offering good compatibility for components. On the whole, we simply regret the lack of compatibility for 480 mm watercooling radiators, or the lack of accessories to facilitate cabling… well, as an option.
