Zalman Z-Machine 500

Name: Zalman Z-Machine 500
Brand: Zalman
SKU: B09NZP7GY7

Zalman Z‑Machine 500 is a 2021 flagship open‑frame E‑ATX case with curved glass, big GPU clearance, and strong radiator support.

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Form factorATX

ColorBlack

Tempered glassYes

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Product overview

Announced on February 2, 2021 as part of Zalman’s Z‑Machine series, the Z‑Machine 500 is an open‑frame E‑ATX showcase chassis; retail listings indicate availability from May 24, 2021. ([gdm.or.jp](https://www.gdm.or.jp/pressrelease/2021/0203/379489)) Positioned as a flagship case, it exists to display high‑end builds while giving ample room for custom water loops. It supports E‑ATX boards up to 280 mm wide, GPUs up to 400 mm, and air coolers to 210 mm; radiator mounts include front 360 mm and top 280 mm. Five 120 mm ARGB fans and a Z‑Sync controller come pre‑installed. The chassis uses tempered glass and anodized aluminum, offers 7 slots (riser supported), and front I/O with USB‑C, dual USB 3.0 and dual USB 2.0—well‑suited to airflow and RGB‑forward builds with long GPUs. Not discontinued. Unique: custom curved tempered‑glass front and top panels. ([zalman.com](https://www.zalman.com/EN/Product/ProductDetail.do?productSeq=1128))

TierflagshipReleased2021-02-02

Best for

showcase/RGB
water cooling/radiators
high GPU clearance
airflow builds

Official product specifications

Product highlights

High End Everything: Premium 5mm thick tempered glass with carefully cut angles that nestle perfectly on the alumite-treated aluminum chassis. Custom made curved tempered glass for the front and top panels.
ARGB Fans and Controller: Includes (5) premium 120mm addressable RGB fans (SF120), and Zalman Z-SYNC RGB controller. Built-in cable management system to keep cables nice and tidy.
Large Interior Space: The unique open frame chassis lends itself well to DIY liquid cooling systems, with ample room inside for pumps and reservoirs for limitless build possibilities. Dimensions measure 280mm (W) x 630mm (D) x 602mm (H).
Compatible with most motherboards including E-ATX, ATX, mATX, ITX motherboards up to 280mm wide. Front panel supports up to 360mm radiator, top supports up to 280mm radiator. Max VGA: 400mm, Max Cooler Height: 210mm, Max PSU Length: 200mm
Bays and Ports: Precision diamond cut I/O ports included USB 2.0 (x2), USB 3.0 (x2), USB 3.1 Type-C, Mic and Headphone ports