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Mid Tower Case Black

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Fractal Design's Define R5 is a new chapter in the evolution of the acclaimed Define series. Its many features, cleverly designed for enthusiasts, make it a quiet enclosure that can accommodate a powerful and expandable system.

Mid Tower Case Black

Overview

Define R5: the true definition of silence!

Fractal Design's Define R5 is the next step in the evolution of the acclaimed Define series. Its many cleverly designed features for enthusiasts make it a quiet case ready for a powerful and expandable air or liquid cooling system, built with a stunning Scandinavian-inspired design. Want to expand your system with water cooling or additional fans? You can easily change the layout to suit your new needs!

Enjoy optimal cooling

The Define R5 is the quietest case in the computer world, thanks to the dense, strategically placed ModuVent sound insulation material and the finely tuned Dynamic series fans with covers. The R5 has ample space to accommodate large watercooling systems or 180mm high fans.

It is equipped with the new ModuVent 'tool-free' fan slot covers. The user can install additional fans, or cover the slots for maximum sound insulation. The case comes with two 140mm Fractal Design Dynamic GP14 fans, designed to provide superlative airflow with minimal noise. The three-speed fan control is strategically integrated into the front panel and can support up to three fans.

Classy design and engineering

The Fractal Design Define R5 features a rugged design that's engineered to be absolutely silent. The entire case is lined with a highly sound-absorbing material that does not restrict airflow or cooling. A dust cover is installed on the R5. These filters are easily accessible and are located at the front and bottom air intakes.

The front door can be installed with either a right or left hand opening to fit your workspace. This high performance enclosure is available in three colours, black, white and titanium, and is also available in a windowed version. Practical, robust, powerful and ultra-designed, it will satisfy gamers looking for a high-end case.

Adaptability: create the machine of your dreams!

The Define R5 was designed withadaptability in mind. Up to 8 hard drives and all modern graphics cards can be accommodated. Two SSD slots are provided behind the motherboard bracket and offer a "tool-free" installation. The HDD/SSD trays are robust and offer security for your drives, while a new, more open design ensures better air circulation.

The hard drive cage system can accommodate up to eight 3.5" or 2.5" drives. It is more adaptable than ever. The user can change the cage layout as desired, with more slots available. The optical drive cage is easily removable to save space inside. Space can be freed up to improve airflow, to change the location of hard drives or to install additional water cooling components.

Main features :

  • Motherboard compatibility: ATX, Micro ATX, Mini ITX
  • Expansion ports: 2x USB 3.0, 2x USB 2.0, headphones/microphone
  • On/off switch with LED (blue)
  • Fan controller
  • Bays: 2x 5.25" external + 8 internal 3.5" HDD trays SSD compatible + 2x 2.5" SSD slots
  • Expansion slots: 7
  • Power compatibility: ATX power supplies up to 190/170 mm deep if bottom fan slot is used (300 mm if empty)
  • Graphics Card Compatibility: Up to 310mm in length if top HDD cage is retained (440mm if cage is removed)
  • Ventirad Compatibility: Up to 180mm high
  • Cooling/Fanning : 9 fan slots (2 x 140mm Dynamic GP14 fans included)
  • Cable management: 20-35 mm space behind the motherboard for cable management
  • Dimensions (W x H x D mm): 232 x 462 x 531
  • Net weight (kg): 11.2 kg
Specifications
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General information

Product name

 Fractal Design Define R5 Black

Brand

 Fractal Design

Model

 FD-CA-DEF-R5-BK

Main characteristics

Graphic card max. length

 440 mm

Max height CPU fan

 180 mm

Power supply max. length

 300 mm

Power format

 ATX/EPS

Case format

 Mid tower

Use

 Gamer
Office

Material

 Steel

Motherboard format

 ATX
Micro ATX
Mini ITX

Power supply supplied

 No

Design

Case color

 Black

Front color

 Black

Integrated display

 No

Glass

 No

Fish tank (panoramic view)

 No

LED RGB

 No

ARGB LED

 No

Water cooling compatible

 Yes

Motherboard connector location

 Standard connectors (on the motherboard)

Expansion slots

Number of PCI slots

 7

Low profile

 No

Number of visible 3.5" slots

 0

Number of invisible 3.5" slots

 0

Number of 2.5" slots

 2

Number of 2.5"/3.5" slots

 8

Number of visible 5.25" slots

 2

Number of invisible 5.25" slots

 0

Number of Slot-in slim 5.25'' slots

 0

Number of Slim 5.25'' slots

 0

Front connectivity

Location of expansion ports

 Top

Connector(s) available

 2 X USB 2.0
2 X USB 3.0
Headphone (3.5mm Jack Female)
Microphone (3.5mm Jack Female)

Cooling

Fan(s) included

 Yes

Number of rear fan(s) slots

 1 X 140mm

Quantity of rear fan(s) supplied

 1

Number of front fan(s) slots

 2 X 120 or 140mm

Quantity of front fan(s) supplied

 1

Number of side fan(s) slots

 1 X 120 or 140mm

Quantity of side fan(s) supplied

 0

Number of above fan(s) slots

 3 X 120 or 140mm

Quantity of above fan(s) supplied

 0

Water cooling

AIO radiator compatibility

 360mm radiator
280mm radiator
240mm radiator
140mm radiator
120mm radiator

Front AIO slot(s)

 280mm radiator
360mm radiator
240mm radiator
140mm radiator
120mm radiator

Above AIO slot(s)

 120mm radiator
140mm radiator
240mm radiator
280mm radiator
360mm radiator
420mm radiator

Rear AIO slot(s)

 120mm radiator
140mm radiator

Physical characteristics

Width

 232 mm

Height

 462 mm

Depth

 531 mm

Weight

 11.2 kg

Volume

 56.9 l

Warranties

Commercial warranty

 Seller 3 years

Legal warranty

 See terms & conditions

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Product referenced on 21 Nov 2014

Customer reviews
Global rating
9/10
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  • by nicotine70
    Posted on 26 Dec 2023
    Bought on 24 Nov 2023 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 7 Average rating: 10

    R5 or R6 without regret I took the R5

    As my previous tower, a Fractal R3, gave me complete satisfaction, it was only natural that I should turn to this brand again.
    Their dust filter systems, intelligent removable hard drive slots, the whole thing is very modular, and they can accommodate both 120 mm and 140 mm fans, offering great versatility.
    I hesitated between the R6 and the R5. Unlike the R6, the R5 has the advantage of not having the tunnel at the bottom to protect the power supply (useless with a conventional fan, in my opinion). What's more, the R5 is lighter and has more slots for hard drives. The USB ports are identical between the two models. The only notable advantage of the R6 for me was the ability to place the GPU vertically.

    All in all, although this isn't the latest case, it does offer some significant benefits, and its lower price may well be an advantage. I highly recommend this brand

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  • by JeanMichelC
    Posted on 2 Nov 2023
    Bought on 19 Apr 2023 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 4 Average rating: 10

    FOR MAO-ORIENTED PC

    I wanted to change my DAW PC this time, and unlike all my previous computers, I decided to choose each component in a configuration that would evolve over time according to my needs.

    The FRACTAL DESIGN DEFINE R5 BLACK tower is exactly what I wanted. It's sober, airy, silent, no vibrations, no glass, very stable with its imposing weight.

    After several months with it, I have no regrets about my choice ^^.

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  • by Satanas
    Posted on 13 Jun 2020
    Bought on 28 May 2020 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 20 Average rating: 9

    Finally the perfect tower!

    First time I've invested so much in a camera, but what a difference compared to the others! Yet I already had a Corsair for 80euros.... But here, there is no photo: A masterpiece and an incredible number of possibilities, a perfect finish, quality fans.... A delight to assemble.

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  • by Pascal T
    Posted on 23 Sep 2019
    Bought on 24 Aug 2019 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 3 Average rating: 7

    Very good box

    Serious workmanship. Easy to install components, especially hard disks (2.5" and 3.5") which have numerous racks included in the case.
    Complete instructions.
    Very good ventilation and above all extremely quiet.
    Filters easily accessible for cleaning.

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  • by AntoineL
    Posted on 19 Sep 2019
    Bought on 14 Sep 2016 from LDLC
    Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10

    FractalDesign has become my reference

    Everything is well done, cable management, cooling, inserting an oversized CG, adding disks, everything is possible and simple! Very good isolation for dust.

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