I wanted a new case that could accommodate my tall CPU fan and a DVD writer. And a front panel so I could hide my light grey DVD because it looks ugly. This R5 can takes CPU fans up to 180mm. Check. Has 2 front slots for CD/DVD. Check. Has a full length front door. Check.

I was hesitant to buy a case with a door as I felt it would inhibit air circulation but have found this not to be a problem. My last case my hard drives were always hovered around 40 degrees centigrade as I live in a hot climate.