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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.
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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!
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.
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.
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.
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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 |
Mini ITX | |
| ATX | ||
| Micro ATX | ||
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 |
Microphone (3.5mm Jack Female) | |
| Headphone (3.5mm Jack Female) | ||
| 2 X USB 2.0 | ||
| 2 X USB 3.0 | ||
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 |
120mm radiator |
| 140mm radiator | ||
| 240mm radiator | ||
| 280mm radiator | ||
| 360mm radiator | ||
Front AIO slot(s) |
120mm radiator | |
| 140mm radiator | ||
| 240mm radiator | ||
| 280mm radiator | ||
| 360mm 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
|
|
Safety Information |
Responsible person |
Fractal Gaming AB |
Postal address |
Victor Hasselblads gata 16A 421 31 Va¨stra Fro¨lunda, Sweden | |
Electronic Address |
support@fractal-design.com |
Product referenced on 21 Nov 2014
Super enclosure for personal TrueNas. Top disc mounting capacity, perfect organisation of discs and cables.
However, the PCIE 6 sata III star-tech card was rubbish. Direct bin, because no trade-in... too rare according to the seller.
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
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 ^^.
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.
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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