Cooler Master launches HAF II 500 with oversized intake and exhaust fans

Cooler Master has introduced the HAF II 500, a new high‑end airflow case built around oversized 220mm and 180mm fans to deliver stronger cooling performance at lower noise levels.

Cooler Master says the HAF II 500 was engineered to move significantly more air without raising system noise. The case centres on a fan configuration not typically seen in DIY PC cases, offering a massive 220mm intake fan and a larger than usual 180mm exhaust. The F220 intake fan is rated for up to 203.8 CFM at 36dB(A), while the V180 exhaust fan is capable of 161.5 CFM at 34dB(A). The idea behind this is to create balanced airflow without filling every single fan slot.

Accommodating fans of this size required changes to the chassis layout. The HAF II 500 uses a split‑level internal design that reallocates space normally reserved for cable management, allowing room for the 180mm exhaust fan without increasing the case’s footprint. Zoned cable routing and an integrated Sliding Cable Cover help maintain clean airflow paths, while large front and rear ventilation openings reduce resistance at lower RPMs. An Airflow Divider also directs a dedicated stream of air toward the graphics card, which is often the hottest-running component in the PC.

The case includes Cooler Master’s MasterRail sliding mounting system for flexible fan and radiator placement. With eight expansion slots and support for up to four blower‑style GPUs, the HAF II 500 serves a dual purpose on the market – it will be good for a powerful gaming PC, but it is also a capable chassis for multi-GPU workstations.

The HAF II 500 will be available in Europe starting in September, priced around €184.99.

KitGuru Says: The HAF series has always prioritised airflow, but it will be interesting to see how these oversized fans perform once we can independently test it. 

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