This PC Build Hits Different... | Cooler Master Qube 500 Gaming PC Build | No RGB, RTX 4070 Ti

#coolermaster #pcbuild #asuspcdiy - We're all used to building into a PC case, but what happens when the case it's self becomes part of the PC build process? Let's get stuck in with the Cooler Master Qube 500...
Timecodes, though I don't recommend skipping for visual narrative reasons!
00:00 - A Flatpack Intro?
01:29 - Build Hardware
01:51 - Motherboard Assembly
03:38 - Qube 500 Assembly
06:49 - GPU install
07:13 - Panel Refit
07:43 - Airflow Visualization
08:14 - Cinematic & Desk Setup
10:09 - Coffee Thanks & Outtakes
The Qube 500 hits different with a really intuitive assembly process which provides a complete hands on experience with building the PC at the same time as assembling the hardware. This isn't something I've really had hands on with before and I have to admit, I really enjoyed it.
For a relatively compact case (by todays standard) it's a bit of a wolf in sheeps clothing. You can fit up to an E-ATX motherboard inside which totally blows my mind. Contrary to initial impressions, with the correct fan configuration, the Qube 500 has adequate airflow with minimal noise. Utilising an air cooled setup for this build certainly performed as expected and no complaints here!
Final conclusion following build hardware list:
Main parts included in the build:
(USA Amazon)
Case - amzn.to/47vLE0Y
GPU - amzn.to/3RkR35u
CPU - amzn.to/3sOnkbz
Motherboard - amzn.to/3sOaha7
RAM - amzn.to/40TGHN1
NVME M.2 - amzn.to/3sQrPCs
CPU Cooler - amzn.to/46zaZpw
CPU Cooler (upgrade) - amzn.to/40Wn32K
7x Fans - amzn.to/3uAxInR
PSU - amzn.to/4a7Xu3d
GPU Extension - amzn.to/3RiMiZO
24-pin Extension - amzn.to/3sQu3BQ
Mouse - amzn.to/3N2GTUf
Keyboard - amzn.to/3RgXYMI
Mouse Pad - amzn.to/3R005Du
Headset - amzn.to/46vRlL6
Headset hanger - amzn.to/46FUCYo
Monitor - amzn.to/3Rhhp8g
SSD Drive - amzn.to/46xaQTh
Speaker - amzn.to/3GgGh9N
Lights used to film this video:
Godox UL150ii - amzn.to/3kVOwka
Godox UL60 - amzn.to/3Ymetb2
Main parts included in the build:
(UK Amazon)
Case - amzn.to/3N3dedA
GPU - amzn.to/47QeKHZ
CPU - amzn.to/3SXqPqC
Motherboard - amzn.to/3uyHo22
RAM - amzn.to/47AVNcH
NVME M.2 - amzn.to/47yYVGa
CPU Cooler - amzn.to/47Rl4PG
CPU Cooler (Upgrade) - amzn.to/3uwFtv5
7x Fans - amzn.to/3QOTf3m
PSU - amzn.to/3QY7DGJ
GPU Extension - amzn.to/49T4Xmi
24-pin Extension - amzn.to/49XcDUE
Mouse - amzn.to/47wCeCf
Keyboard - amzn.to/40YsYV8
Mouse Pad - amzn.to/40UyRT6
Headset - amzn.to/40Yvv1n
Headset hanger - amzn.to/40Ud1iM
Monitor - amzn.to/3GfZEjm
SSD Drive - amzn.to/40UZtDI
Speaker - amzn.to/49O827n
Lights used to film this video:
Godox UL150ii - amzn.to/3wUWFIx
Godox UL60 - amzn.to/3xaH6N7
Total Build Cost - $1850
If you noticed what appears to be lots of micro-dust on the PC case during the cinematic, this was actually a paint defect. Keep in mind my chassis was a sample and retail models wouldn't ship this way :)
With that noted, I love the Cooler Master Qube 500. The design is minimalist, but brings a lot of creative options depending on the setup you want to achieve. For a non-RGB air cooled setup, there's a lot enjoy with this one for sure!
A hat tilt to Cooler Master for thinking up ECO friendly ways to ship cases in a smaller size, whilst also bringing more PC DIY to the community which is never going to be a miss!
What's your thoughts? Let's talk below!
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[@elysiumcore]

Wow... this case is something else. About time we see some innovation in the PC space

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

I agree with this 🖤

[@ibbobud]

That case is so hot…. My jonsbo D31 is dead to me now.

[@GrAdeAjAmAicAn]

First thing I thought too..modular PC case now that changes things up. Might be too complicated for the less savvy but options for those who can.

[@progenitor_amborella]

Would like to see the InWin Dubili, it’s also a flat-pack case! The gold color could go very nicely with Noctua.

[@UrzuPika]

I think it's not a coincidence.. Want to build my first PC after around 20 years and I came across this case this morning. My first thought was you Mr Matt Lee. How would you build it? Just to come home to see this video :) Awesome as always, truly appreciate your work.. everything is so clean and pleasing to watch. Thank you!

[@jordanmntungwa3311]

let us know about your build when it's done

[@SkateClipsAndTips]

Do it, but be warned, after you build it you would want to build another, lol. It's addicting to build one

[@luminatrixfanfiction]

I'm 1:16 into the video and I'm already giving a thumbs up like for presentation. Nice. I just got this case myself last week and I am very impressed. It can work as both a conventional pc case or a work benchtop. Whoever designed this was a pure genius.

[@rowdyrod]

This is a geniously designed case in many levels. You build is as you go, making placing components and pluging in tiny connectors a dream. It has modularity built in with those holes. Hopefully cooler master makes replacement panels to customize the case. Also, the shipping footprint is tiny, they can ship more cases and have more stock in stores.

[@glancevincent]

That Airflow Visualisation fascinates me every time! never gets old. Mr Matt Lee is SERIOUSLY underrated on KZbin I hope you get to 500k++ subs.

[@simonemiglioli1165]

It's a q500l with different panels, same concept. Cooler master did it many times ago.

[@buriedbits6027]

This is by far the most industrial looking box I’ve seen up to now. In love!

[@divinedragon88]

When it comes to these builds, I would love to see temperatures for the GPU and CPU in stock (no overclocking) so we can see how cool it get while on Idle & Load.

[@jassassine6973]

Fantastic! Build Matt, I do indeed like this chassis :-). Dang! that air flow is some thing else. The smoke just bellowed out of every orifice during the visualization test. Possibly one of the better air flow chassis I've seen to date. Muchly enjoyed all content as always. Your creativity never ceases to amaze! Cheers - Jass & Jacqui E.

[@SuperKazekageSama]

Thanks for this amazing video! I really enjoyed the air visualization feature!

[@MrEtnie]

Great video once again. And you showcased (pun intended) the build up of the case awesomely. Now I‘m thinking of getting one of those for the next build. 🤩

[@anthemmakersmusic]

The case was well thought out, one of the better case designs that I have seen in a while.

[@fabiomonteiro8176]

I believe the process of putting together this build was quite fun! The concept of this case is really very interesting.

[@gefo0]

Wow, I like that case! Probably its the first time I wanted to change my Fractal 😄 Awesome work, Mr. Matt Lee!

[@pablosamuelestradaochoa4127]

Man, THE QUALITY OF YOUR VIDEOS IS OUTSTANDING! HOLY SH...! I'm building this PC with a few twists of my own and watching your videos just makes me more and more excited about it. Thank you for your awesome content!

[@khcjeff]

Marvellous build as always ~ Great one!

[@schah]

Love it how you can disassemble the case down to the base for easy installation. Also looks like there are a lot of fan mounting options on the panels. Not to mention small packaging footprint for makes shipment easier. 😍

[@michaeljcross1127]

If IKEA did PC cases! Am glad to see there weren't pieces left over at the end of the build! Exceptional video as always Matt. Keep up the excellent work.

[@ChristianRamses]

I build my own gaming PCs since 1994 and this, I find to be absolutely acceptable, thank you.

[@daviddamasceno6063]

Absolutely loved this case, and this build overall.

[@sallya.259]

Not one word spoken yet still very engaging :) Good job to you/editor. Also, hilarious bloopers!

[@ashraffendy2010]

Good video as always. Aesthetically pleasing!

[@mirkodiciano4647]

Awesome build video mate knocked it out of the park

[@therobotguide]

Really intrigued by the potential of that case, easy to build in, easy to use as a test bench, customisable. yea, flatpack to reduce shipping volume so a bit kinder to the planet. And the story of the build so nicely told.

[@Furoiran]

I like those outtakes. really shows the fun in PC building

[@maxzoRHD]

This is cool, watching you build a case around the motherboard. I love the industrial design metal, black very nice. This case is great if you need to change, clean or service something, besides looking awesome.

[@ANTHONY-rp3ud]

I like your videos. You're a man of few words with no annoying commentary.

[@nscaledelights]

I don't know when I'll build another PC but I love this build, especially the case. I like that there are 3D prints that you can add to the holes in this case. When I do rebuild my PC this is the case I'm going to use.

[@richardfarmer6570]

If I wasn't into SFF cases I might consider this. One of the things I like is it remains compact while offering support for fairly beefy components.

[@anthonyhoban673]

The SFF has too many compromises for me to justify the smaller footprint. I am sure in some situations it is called for but for most, it is just a challenge This is portable(relatively)and except at the highest level without compromise on the parts you can use. For me this may be perfect, I wanted the smallest nice case I could fit an ATX Board( EVA 2 Asus) for a nice theme build. I already have a Corsair 7000d but am undecided if I go David or Goliath for a theme build. I have no space concerns but sadly I do have budget considerations so can only make one every few years.

[@gpredd1]

Now that was building a PC. I loved it, and it looks really nice. Great case, thanks. ❤

[@amenaamena4016]

The production is excellent. Love it ❤❤

[@marioandressotosanchez2822]

Loved the build! keep up the great content.

[@Mx4_1972]

love your style to showcase the build!

[@bigbadwolfeinc]

You built this case so cleanlyyyy. Not to rag on other pc builders on youtube... but this is probably what cooler master was aiming for when sending this case out😂 HOWEVER... I seem to recall that you can place a handle in the front to protect the front ports... you might want to consider placing it there... Personal anecdote.. I think our cleaning lady was having a bad day.. but she sent my ssd flying across the room with a force as strong as a furious hurricane 😅 I do hobby video editing and all my files for the past 10 years, along with some family pics and past pets are gone.. It's been a week, and it still hurts😅😂🥲😭 darn it hurts 😭

[@krdeden]

wishlisted this awesome case for sure

[@user-ep2eq5wd8p]

Another Beautiful build Matt thanks man

[@Zmeor]

I know it's not ideal form the perfectionist point of view, but I would really like to see a video with most of the "failures" like falling screws and stuff. I think it could turn out really good, because the quality of the video is so high, everyone would enjoy it. We all know how long it takes and how hard is to make this videos. Keep up the amazing job! Cheers!

[@abrahamnava5255]

You are a masterpiece, bro! Best content out there.

[@Zatop]

Another fire build from Matt 🔥

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

Thanks so much 😁🫶

[@nicolaskim93]

PC BUILD at another level 😅 Love the modularity concept!

[@jemeryramos]

Production looks slick as always

[@WuLord187]

The legend is back at another quality video, great work

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

Stoked 😁🖤 It’s always good to be back after a week for sure!

[@paulbrooks4395]

Thanks to this video I bought this case and was able to easily set it up and get running. It's pretty intuitive with a video, but the manual is...a lot. I put in a 12900KF, and MSI 4090 Suprim Liquid cooler. The only downside was CPU&MB power runs alongside a GPU AIO. If you make an error, you'll have to undo something, so be careful with AIOs and PSUs with short power cables.

[@raysuave20]

I still use the Cooler Master HAF 932 case, got it 14 years ago in 2009 because it was huge and had many 5.25 and 3.5 drive bays that require no tools/screws to use. I have done about 4 rebuilds with it. Although I dont need all the drive bays anymore, its still an amazing case. It came with 4 case fans, I have had to replace 3 of them, the front intake fan is still working like a champ. Just moved from a CPU air cooler and installed a Corsair 360mm radiator AIO liquid cooler in it with no issues at all, plenty of space.

[@thraxlebuffle1634]

We don't say it enough, but the surface of your bench desk is incredible. This sound at 04:49 oh...

[@usleadershipareliars]

In a world gone mad with liquid, my man is holding it down for the air people...thank you from the air people.

[@Oblivion48]

You video hooked me up to do a case swap again. Can't wait to get it in my region for a decent prize.

[@rfsbr]

Fantastic video editing skills... ! Congrats, Mr Matt Lee. Nice build tho!

[@Squally08]

As always sessy! 👌🏻☕️💪🏻 keep up brotha!

[@MG0301]

Sooner or later we will learn how to build our own PC cases and I love it

[@aeronybrek4696]

The jigsaw puzzle case 🤣 thanks for another great video!

[@kzar42]

Just built a system with this case and am very happy with it. The instructions are a bit scattered but far from as bad as some youtubers say, and honestly, if you can't build a case this simple, you might want to give a second thought about building your own system. The design, materials, paint and fit quality are excellent. It's compact and has huge breathing room (it's 07/07/2024 and mine already came with the higher flow dust filters). I did purchase fans for the bottom of the case to make it a positive pressure chamber. After my experience I bought three more for systems I'm building. If you want a very compact full ATX case with great configuration flexibility, I'd highly recommend the Qube 500.

[@ryandegannes10]

Wow this is perfection.

[@RATTU5_]

I’ve been watching so closely at your videos these last months as to what case to get after the tempered glass on my 011 Dynamic shattered to see what there is out there and this may be my next choice, not sure if you have a build don’t yet in the antec P120 crystal but would be more than stoked if you did. Much love MML and I always ditch whatever video I’m watching whenever I see an upload notification from you ❤

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

I’ve actually built in the Antec P120 Crystal a couple of times but sadly not on KZbin as it was before I found my feet here 😮‍💨 That said, I’d be more than happy to get a fresh build with it on the channel very soon for sure! Stoked to have you here watching my videos every week too. The support is felt 🫶🫶

[@RATTU5_]

@@Mr_Matt_Lee I always do my best to support people no matter who they are or what their passion is. You sir have gotten me out of really bad days and I have watched I am fairly certain almost every video and have I’m pretty sure even followed you on other socials

[@imglidinhere]

Love this build. The flatpack is definitely an interesting idea I would love to give a shot. Looked like it made the build a LOT easier to organize and clean up. :) Possible to get an AMD GPU in the mix every so often?

[@johnmbaria7223]

this video will help me bulid my system soon thanks for this !!

[@wherearemytesticles]

Awesome cinematography! I might just build a similar system myself.

[@sweeleangloh]

Seriously the Qube by other youtubers doesn't look as good as yours..👍 and really alot of work in your videos when you record in different places, different angles.💯

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

That’s quite a statement! Thanks so much 😁🖤

[@EverydayMania]

One of the most satisfying and well-done build videos I have ever seen! Amazing work. I'm not sure I like the placement CM chose for the PSU, it's an aesthetically unimpressive component to put out on display like that.

[@user-uy2mh6pq5b]

Am totally with you on the PSU issue.

[@melsandi1737]

another relaxing build with music beat 😊.

[@yamatekudasaiekosai7707]

A perfect build with 0 mistake 😊😊

[@dvkbeamng]

Beautiful build ❤❤❤

[@jcft2012]

Amazing... perfect PC case

[@techgirl517]

Wonderfull build Mr. Matt

[@shankhachoudhuri2146]

Beautiful case from cooler master..❤❤❤

[@pocpc1788]

Currently using the Q500L (mod) its the best cheap, compact and versatile ATX case IMO. This new Qube 500 is an upgrade for sure!

[@yvesheinrich5013]

Very nice build!

[@Yoshiue]

The amount of effort required to make this build look simple is just amazing

[@Haderate]

Like the style that you start with an open case and build it up like lego. Bit by bit.

[@ultrafull8090]

great video excellent work on computer editing quality precision....👌👌👍👍

[@j.p.4199]

Love the aesthetic

[@Drewbai52]

Performace Art!

[@denjaspersilorio7621]

thats clean 🔥🔥

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

Loving those black and blue vibes 🖤💙

[@CORGINATOR_PLAY]

Cool case❤

[@HipocratesR]

I can't recall the channel name but they suggested a new mesh design to help thermals on this case and CoolerMaster gave thanks and promised they will release a better one, as an owner of the previous Q300L I have my doubts about airflow as I had to cut the fans area of metal to improve my thermals

[@poorly_dressd]

thanks for the airflow visual, that was my main concern since its pretty small for an atx case

[@Jenks1]

It's a very grown up, clean look. It's like, I'm a gamer but I'm still a mature sensible adult!

[@Mr_Matt_Lee]

You pretty much nailed it with that. It’s exactly the style I was chasing 😁 Hope you’re enjoying your new rig too mr Jenks!

[@Jenks1]

@@Mr_Matt_Lee yeah, it's so good, obliterates any game I try so far! and the curved screen is so immersive! Been playing the new company of heroes, and victoria 3 - starting wars in Europe as Belgium haha!

[@grassegarage]

THANK YOU!!!

[@ryagas5369]

If I was moving up to this size, this would be a top pick. Clean.

[@willyvendy5310]

i love this case

[@KurkKijang-sv9tz]

INDEED, "Valuable footprint" just like the one you've built here is awesome to #adopt by the next generation builders. Thank you for the time and effort of conceptualizing your awesome build. 🙏🙏🙏

[@huplim]

Nevermind the awesome build, I enjoyed the quality of this video!

[@WillCate]

Gonna order one of these boxes after Christmas

[@bdhaliwal24]

Wow amazing videos. Instant subscribe.

[@eddietan9821]

I am using a ZAKU II limited edition case with all the limited edition stuff inside and I love it.

[@darthhokum]

Perfect 🔥🔥🔥

[@renatomartins5901]

Really cool 😉

[@24pin_uz]

I love this build❤

[@andrewbonifacio2914]

Very nice Build

[@airixxxx]

Looks great, I've seen versions that had the mounting screws on the glass which was the only thing I didn't like, they seem to have changed that.

[@marianoh763]

nice video ..this pc build is so awesome...verry good..

[@user-ng3nb6lv5g]

Bravo !!

[@liteswamp]

It is a great successor of Cooler Master MasterBox Q500L case, that solve it biggest issue - unable to setup long PSU with modern video cards longer than 360mm.

[@vvip1977]

good case .. next I will use.

[@Askfornate]

Coolermaster PSU's don't seem to get as much love as they used to. Great build!

[@Kriselle868]

Just came across your channel and finished binging majority of your videos; I also subbed. Do you plan on doing a white version of the thermal take pc case x noctua?

[@HaruuyukiOP]

befor some weeks i looked for a new itx case i see some of the flatpacked cases is was thinking nice idea and then i see the aerocool dryft v2 and a was thinking sytle over footprint! :D

[@williamblomgren2590]

nice build! well done as always! btw what do you think about the relative new fans Be Quiet! Silent Wings 4 Pro? only seen them in one of your builds when you did the h7 build with a rx 7900xt spec. also those fans comes with 3 def corners. what corners would you recommand front and back of the case

[@Gamber63]

This case layout actively gave me an early 2000s pc case, except we dun have to deal random OEM psu/mobo failure.

[@Velzarius]

All Super !!!

[@DaLastSaiyan]

Another master piece. So I'm ready to build my 1st gaming PC and the only thing that I know for certain is that I want to build using the cooler master HAF 700 EVO and use the MSI Zeg 7 Godlike motherboard. Still undecided on AMD or Intel. Any suggestions?