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Cooler Master · Micro-Tower · Tempered glass

Cooler Master Elite 302

Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX · Black · USB-C

Quality: 56
Quality / price: 70
Max GPU: 365 mm
Amazon: $72

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Not currently available Updated Mar 29, 2026

Overall quality56.0

Quality / price70.0

Cooling support13

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Cooler Master Elite 302 at a glance

The Cooler Master Elite 302 is a Micro-Tower chassis with a tempered glass side panel profile. Supported boards: Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX. Primary materials are listed as steel, plastic, and tempered glass. RGB lighting is included.

Overall quality is 56.0, summing compatibility, cooling, storage, build quality, and connectivity. Max GPU length is 365 mm. Max CPU cooler height is 163 mm. Largest radiator support is listed at 280 mm.

Best fit: Performance desktops with long graphics cards and mainstream air or AIO cooling.

Cooling and front I/O

Front ports: 1x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type A, 1x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type C. USB-C is present on the front I/O. Dust filters: Top / Bottom / Front.

Current value

At $72, quality / price is 70.0. 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: Cooler Master
Case: Cooler Master Elite 302
Form factor: Micro-Tower
Side panel: Tempered glass
Launch price: —
Amazon price: $72
Amazon availability: Not currently available
Price updated: Mar 29, 2026

Construction

Material: steel, plastic, and tempered glass
Color: Black
Side panel detail: tempered glass
Dimensions: 390 x 203.5 x 430mm
Weight: —
PSU shroud: Yes
RGB lighting: Yes

Quality & value

Overall quality: 56.0
Compatibility: 14
Cooling support: 13
Storage score: 7
Build quality: 12
Connectivity: 10
Quality / price: 70.0

Compatibility / clearances

Motherboard sizes: Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX
Max GPU length: 365 mm
Max cooler height: 163 mm
Max PSU length: 160 mm
PSU form factor: ATX, SFX
PSU included: No

Cooling

Max radiator: 280 mm
Fan support: Fan Support - Front3x 120mmFan Support - Top2x 120mm / 2x 140mmFan Support - Rear1x 120mm
Radiator support: Radiator Support - Front120 / 240 / *360 mm (*Supported within 60mm thickness)Radiator Support - Top120 / 140 / 240 / 280mmRadiator Support – Rear120mm
Pre-installed fans: Not specified
Dust filters: Top / Bottom / Front

Storage & I/O

Drive bays: 3.5" Drive Bays12.5" Drive Bays1 (Max. 2)
Expansion slots: 4
Front ports: 1x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type A, 1x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type C
USB-C: Listed

Additional information

Also listed as: Elite 302

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Amazon listing details

Marketplace feature text kept for reference. Structured specifications above are the source for scores and comparisons.

Perfect Fit for Minimalist Setup: Explore a roomy interior exclusively designed to accommodate Micro-ATX or Mini-ITX motherboards.

GPU Clearance: Accommodating GPUs up to 365mm, even a RTX 5090 | RX 9070 XT.

Stay Cool Under Pressure: Experience 280mm liquid cooler and six fan support for optimal thermal efficiency.

Components Clearance: Accommodate CPU coolers height of 163.5mm, and PSU 160mm in length.

Large Intakes grill: Unrestricted intake grill ensure unrestricted airflow.

Cooler Master Elite 302 at a glance

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