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Thermaltake CTE E550 TG Gravel Sand

Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, Standard-ATX · Garvel Sand · USB-C

Quality
89
Quality / price
53
Max GPU
415 mm
Amazon
$151
Thermaltake CTE E550 TG Gravel Sand
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$151
Available on Amazon Updated Aug 30, 2026 Prime FBA
Overall quality89.0
Quality / price53.0
Cooling support20
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Thermaltake CTE E550 TG Gravel Sand at a glance

The Thermaltake CTE E550 TG Gravel Sand is a Mid-Tower chassis with a tempered glass side panel profile. Supported boards: Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, Standard-ATX. Primary materials are listed as SPCC .

Overall quality is 89.0, summing compatibility, cooling, storage, build quality, and connectivity. Max GPU length is 415 mm. Max CPU cooler height is 166 mm. Largest radiator support is listed at 420 mm.

Best fit: High-end long-GPU builds that need support for at least one 360 mm radiator; verify the listed radiator positions before planning a multi-radiator loop.

Cooling and front I/O

Front ports: USB 3.0 x 2, Type-c x1, HD Audio x 1 . USB-C is present on the front I/O. Dust filters: Yes.

Current value

At $151, quality / price is 53.0. Compare nearby cases of the same form factor below; clearance and panel type can outweigh a small quality gap.

Chassis data

Full specifications

Construction, clearances, cooling, storage, front I/O, and quality metrics in one technical sheet.

General

Manufacturer
Thermaltake
Case
Thermaltake CTE E550 TG Gravel Sand
Form factor
Mid-Tower
Side panel
Tempered glass
Launch price
—
Amazon price
$151
Amazon availability
Available
Price updated
Aug 30, 2026

Construction

Material
SPCC
Color
Garvel Sand
Side panel detail
4mm Tempered Glass x 3
Dimensions
558.5 x 270 x 513mm
Weight
14.50 kg
PSU shroud
Yes
RGB lighting
No

Quality & value

Overall quality
89.0
Compatibility
18
Cooling support
20
Storage score
15
Build quality
20
Connectivity
16
Quality / price
53.0

Compatibility / clearances

Motherboard sizes
Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, Standard-ATX
Max GPU length
415 mm
Max cooler height
166 mm
Max PSU length
220 mm
PSU form factor
ATX, SFX
PSU included
No

Cooling

Max radiator
420 mm
Fan support
Top: 2 x 120mm, 1 x 120mm Right (M/B Side): 3 x 120mm, 2 x 120mm, 1 x 120mm 3 x 140mm ,2x 140mm, 1 x 140mm _x000b_Bottom: 3 x 120mm, 2 x 120mm, 1 x 120mm 3 x 140mm ,2x 140mm, 1 x 140mm
Radiator support
Top: 1 x 240mm, 1 x 120mm Right (M/B Side): 1 x 360mm, 1 x 240mm, 1 x 120mm 1 x 420mm, 1 x 280mm, 1 x 140mm _x000b_Bottom (DIY only): 1 x 360mm, 1 x 240mm, 1 x 120mm_x000b_ 1 x 420mm, 1 x 280mm, 1 x 140mm
Pre-installed fans
Not specified
Dust filters
Yes

Storage & I/O

Drive bays
3 x 3.5”, 1 x 2.5” or 2 x 3.5”, 2 x 2.5”
Expansion slots
7
Front ports
USB 3.0 x 2, Type-c x1, HD Audio x 1
USB-C
Listed

Additional information

Also listed as
CTE E550 TG Gravel Sand

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Aesthetic and Dual Chamber Design: Enjoy an ultra-wide viewing angle with three tempered glass panels and enhanced airflow and cable management with a dual chamber design.

Hidden-Connector Motherboard Support: Compatible with ASUS BTF, MSI PROJECT ZERO, and GIGABYTE PROJECT STEALTH motherboards.

Flexible Three-Way VGA Installations: Offers versatile VGA installation options with rotational PCIe slots and a floating VGA bracket for flexible setup.

Comprehensive Cooling Support: Supports up to six 140mm fans and three 120mm fans, with space for radiators up to 420mm for optimal thermal management.

Convenient I/O Ports: Includes USB 3.0 Type-A x 2, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C x 1, HD Audio.

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