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Let me share a little secret: the cheaper a PC case is, the more it needs to offer to remain competitive. This is especially true in the popular $50–$100 price range, which is where discerning gamers most often look when choosing PC components. The AeroCool D502A-G-WT-v1 falls squarely into this price category, so the expectations are equally high.
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Specifications
- Case type: Mid Tower
- Case material: 0.5 mm SPCC
- Front panel material: ABS, SPCC
- Motherboards: ATX/Micro ATX/Mini-ITX
- Case dimensions: 213.0 × 476.5 × 461.0 mm
- Storage slots: 2 universal + 2 × 2.5”
- PCIe expansion slots: 7
- Maximum GPU length: up to 400 mm
- Maximum CPU cooler height: up to 171 mm
- Air cooling: up to 11 × 120 mm fans, up to 5 × 140 mm fans
- Liquid cooling: up to 2 × 360 mm
- Ports: USB Type-C 10 Gb, 2 × USB Type-A 5 Gb, combined audio jack, power, reset
- Cable management depth: 19.6 mm
- Maximum PSU length: up to 220 mm
Price and Positioning
To clarify the pricing, the model costs around $70 / €62, while sales can bring the price down to as little as $60 / €52. This puts the case right on the boundary between the budget and mid-range segments, making it even more interesting.
The model is available in two colors: black (D502A-G-BK-v1) and white (D502A-G-WT-v1).
Package Contents
The AeroCool D502A-G-WT-v1 comes in a standard cardboard box with foam protective inserts. Inside, there is a bag containing the accessories: in addition to the manual, it includes motherboard standoffs and screws, as well as mounting hardware for the fans, storage drives, and power supply.
AeroCool D502A-G-WT-v1 Design and Construction
From the outside, the case looks attractive: clean, understated, yet modern. The tempered-glass side panel provides a clear view of the dual-chamber layout, separated by a perforated shroud with mounting points for fans. There is also a dedicated window for showcasing the power supply.
The most interesting element is the front panel. It is not simply perforated: its openings feature tapered sections, essentially acting as aerodynamic tunnels that help direct airflow into the case.
The beveled metal edges add some visual flair, although they are purely decorative (somewhat reminiscent of the fan design on the MacBook Air A1932). Unlike the Air, however, they are not going to cause the CPU to overheat – and they do look quite nice.
There is plenty of ventilation on all sides. A full dust filter is installed at the front, while the top and right side feature magnetic mesh filters. Only the filter underneath the power supply is secured with clips. It is not the most convenient solution, but considering the case’s price, it is easy enough to forgive.
As for its dimensions, the AeroCool D502A-G-WT-v1 is a Mid Tower case. It measures 213 × 476 × 461 mm and weighs 7.66 kg.
Cooling
What you certainly would not expect at this price point is this kind of cooling package. Typically, manufacturers limit themselves to a single basic fan without any lighting. Here, however, you get four ARGB fans out of the box, featuring multi-blade impellers, PWM control, and anti-vibration mounts.
They are fairly basic, with no specifications for speed, bearing type, or airflow, but they seem to run quietly in practice, suggesting a speed of around 1,000 RPM.
Another pleasant surprise is the included 5-port hub for powering the fans and controlling the RGB lighting. It is powered via SATA and connects to the motherboard through 4-pin and ARGB connectors for synchronization.
Overall cooling support is impressive. The front can accommodate up to three 140 mm or 120 mm fans, while the top supports two 140 mm or three 120 mm fans. There is also room for two 120 mm fans on the side, two 120 mm fans on the PSU shroud, and one 120 mm fan at the rear. That makes up to 11 fans in total.
Compatibility with liquid-cooling radiators is equally impressive: radiators up to 360 mm can be installed easily at both the front and the top.
AeroCool D502A-G-WT-v1 I/O Panel
The I/O panel does not disappoint: two USB-A ports (5 Gbps), one Type-C port (10 Gbps), a combined audio jack, as well as separate power and reset buttons. By default, the reset button is connected to the hub for controlling the lighting.
Component Compatibility
- CPU cooler: up to 171 mm in height.
- Graphics card: up to 400 mm in length (provided no front-mounted radiator is installed).
- Power supply: up to 220 mm in length.
- Motherboards: ATX / Micro-ATX / Mini-ITX.
The cable-management clearance is around 20 mm. That is slightly less than the usual 25 mm, but the large number of cable-routing openings makes it sufficient in practice, although the openings do not have rubber grommets.
The storage subsystem accommodates two 3.5″/2.5″ combo drives in the bottom drive cage (the lower frame must be removed for installation), plus two additional 2.5″ SSDs mounted on removable trays behind the motherboard.
Conclusion
This case turned out to be noticeably better than you would expect from a $70 model. The generous package – four ARGB fans plus a hub – combined with a modern I/O panel featuring USB Type-C, excellent airflow, and a well-thought-out design make it one of the best-value options in its class. It is difficult to find any serious drawbacks at this price. So yes, I would recommend the AeroCool D502A-G-WT-v1.
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