An outstanding upgrade to an already great case, which takes into account the latest PC-building needs.

I have all 3 cases mentioned above, i kept Fractal R5 design case for my water cooled rig, since it was the only of the 3 that had proper air flow for radiator at top (without modding top).

-The "silent" front was designed correctly with deepset dual side air intakes which prevent air restriction (temps drop only 1 C by opening front versus leaving closed/silent...; assuming all non-used holes closed as explained in cons); The top is vented so no air restriction through top.

-Needs a top filter; like both the Phanteks and NZXT cases have; I spent $15 for a DEMCIFLEX filter designed for R5

This is probably the best case I have come across. Beautifully made, well sound-proofed, solid and easy to work on. The case is slightly wider than most and this allows for better cable management and use of large 3rd party CPU coolers.

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.

This case is awesome so many different configurations for water cooling and the movable modular hard drive bays give plenty of options for different setups I love it

A year after I purchased it, one fan started making noise. I contacted Fractal and they shipped a new one immediately. I also called them once asking for technical support and actually got someone answering the phone, no answering machines, didn't have to choose from a menu, no annoying music while...

- very quiet, can't even tell when it's on, ; excellent layout, - very easy to place components in it, - excellent customer service, - excellent support over the phone

- none that I found

Fractal Design stepped up its game and delivered a chassis with great structural integrity, packed with features and options, silence, and a great price! The Define R5 is Fractal Design's best chassis yet.

The Fractal Design Define R5 is the fifth generation of this series, once again with updated features, looks, and functionality to meet the needs of those who want a quiet system and those looking to install a lot of liquid-cooling.

Now that we've used this case and put it through testing, what can we say about it? Well, quite a lot! First and foremost, Fractal Design has done a great job at redesigning their latest Define series case.

One thing I must say about "Fractal Design" is they started a whole new trend in computer case

– Great Paint Job; – Overengineered in great wayw; – Love the shoes; – Wire Management is made simple; – Toolless windowed side panel lock is nice; – Ease of building is easy on the nerves; – One of the best bangs for the buck out there