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The Define R5 is the fifth iteration of what we consider to be the signature case from Fractal Design. In our opinion, the Define R5 is the best ATX case from Fractal Design to date and suitable for any situation from a home server to a heavy duty gaming...
On the low and medium settings, the included 140mm GP14 case fans are barely audible and on high, although you can hear airflow, we couldn't pick out the case fans over other components in the case. There is a difference when all panels and MODUVENT cover...
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Fractal Design has created the three drive bays in the R5 to work in a modular fashion. One bay handles three 3.5”/2.5” drives and the other can take five 3.5”/2.5” drives while the third bay accepts two optical drives.Should you choose to remove the opti...
Impressive sound deadening, Options to add a truly epic amount of liquid cooling, Good cooling from the two 140mm fans that come with the package, Dust filters at the front and bottom, Two stealth SSD bays behind the motherboard, Threespeed fan controller...
Could use 510mm more space behind the side panel, You only get eight motherboard standoffs, not nine, More cable tiedown points please, The two cable routing holes at the top of the motherboard tray need to be slightly larger, The USB 3.0 ports on the fro...
Fractal Design has given the Refine R4 a makeover and the result is the Refine R5. If you judge a book by its cover the R5 may not impress you as it looks pretty much identical to the R4 but once you get inside the case you'll find it is all change. The m...
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The Fractal Design Define series has been one of the corner stones of the chassis industry for years now. Fractal Design have always been known for the exceptional build quality, silent performance and bold looks; although this much is true of almost all...
Extensive air and water cooling support, Fully removable hard drive bays, Fully removable 5.25″ drive bay, 2 x 2.5″ mounts behind motherboard, Vast amounts of cable routing space, Extremely durable build quality, Sound dampening material pre-installed, Wa...
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PricingThe Fractal Design Define R5 is a premium grade chassis, which means it commands a premium price tag. It will set you back £82.99/$109.99/€104.99 for the standard model, while the window equipped edition will be £89.99/$119.99/€114.99. This is fair...
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The case feet give the Define R5 a fair amount of clearance, and are also rubber soled, meaning the case also has good grip on any surface. There's a single big dust filter on the bottom too, which covers both fan mounts and the PSU. Unlike before, this...
In most ways the Define R5 feels like a very natural evolution of the Define R4. The launch price is effectively the same, so we have few complaints here. The £90 price tag for the windowed version does look a little steep (and you'd lose a fan mount), bu...
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The Define R5 is the fifth iteration of what we consider to be the signature case from Fractal Design. In our opinion, the Define R5 is the best ATX case from Fractal Design to date and suitable for any situation from a home server to a heavy duty gaming...
On the low and medium settings, the included 140mm GP14 case fans are barely audible and on high, although you can hear airflow, we couldn't pick out the case fans over other components in the case. There is a difference when all panels and MODUVENT cover...
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pctechreviews.com.au Updated: 2014-12-24 06:37:09
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The Define R5 is the fifth iteration of what we consider to be the signature case from Fractal Design. In our opinion, the Define R5 is the best ATX case from Fractal Design to date and suitable for any situation from a home server to a heavy duty gaming...
On the low and medium settings, the included 140mm GP14 case fans are barely audible and on high, although you can hear airflow, we couldn't pick out the case fans over other components in the case. There is a difference when all panels and MODUVENT cover...
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ocaholic.ch.english Updated: 2015-01-21 12:41:19
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Almost exactly four years ago the Swedish company Fractal Design presented with the Define R3 their first midi tower. Now they launched the Define R5 which should be the next step in evolution of their Define series cases. Like the previous model, the new...
the build quality is on a very good level Fractal Design didn't make the mistake to go for a super thin side panels in order to save weight They used solid metal sheets which are paired up with noise isolation material which ended in a stable and reason...
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uk.hardware.info Updated: 2015-02-01 14:02:36
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Earlier this month, we had the opportunity to visit Fractal Design's Taiwanese office. Founded in 2007, this company started out producing computer cases, and since then, they've added power supplies, case fans, and water cooling kits to their line-up...
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With the R5, Fractal's kept a lot of what made the line popular in the first place, with a clean, modular design that's very easy to work in and noise-dampening material used on the side, front and top panels. What's new is essentially greater modularity...
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apcmag.com Updated: 2015-02-22 18:51:54
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With the R5, Fractal's kept a lot of what made the line popular in the first place, with a clean, modular design that's very easy to work in and noise-dampening material used on the side, front and top panels. What's new is essentially greater modularity...
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Back in the days, when I was on my internship for engineering, my coworkers and I would sit around the table at lunchtime to talk. One topic of particular interest was the web poll results published by the local town paper. "Looks like 67% of the people v...
Since I am building a new PC for use in my university research lab, I am going to demonstrate a completely new build in this review, unlike most of the case reviews we do here at APH Networks. Of course, I was not going to donate my Fractal Design Define...
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About Fractal:Without a doubt, computers are more than just technology – they have become an integral part of our lives. Computers do more than make living easier, they often define the functionality and design of our homes, our offices and ourselves. The...
Available in white, black and titanium, Near silent, Very clean straight lines and well thought out interior, Bucket loads of cable management room available, Integrated fan controller is well designed; also simple to use...
Tons of viable competition at the sub £100 price point, Very similar to "other" cases on the market in terms of design...
I was really happy when I was offered the chance to review the R5. My only other Fractal case I'd used before was the Core 1000, which is the cheapest case Fractal offered at the time. It just so happened to be a fairly good case for the money. So with th...
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pcauthority.com.au Updated: 2015-06-11 10:37:20
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Fractal Design is best known for its silent chassis, whose bitumen-based audio-damping material may add weight to its cases, but boy does it work. The R5 is the latest in this popular series. Side by side with the Antec P380 , the cases are very similar...
A great price for a versatile case...
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techicize.com Updated: 2015-12-10 11:48:20
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Today we deliver our Fractal Design Define R5 review. The brand really shouldn't need any introduction because over the last few years they've delivered one award-winning product after the other. We've seen quite a few iterations of the Define series over...
IntroWant create site? Find Free WordPress Themes and plugins.ASUS ROG STRIX Z270F GAMING Motherboard Review. We recently took a look at the ROG STRIX Z270E GAMING, and today we examine the Z270F. Visually they look identical at first glance, so what is t...
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While we may have missed out on getting our hands-on the original design, we have still seen the Define chassis grow into something really great. With help of users, and a close ear on the pulse of the market, Fractal Design has yet to fail to impress us...
As we have watched the Define Series from Fractal Design grow up in the last few years, we have no doubt that the Define R5 is the pinnacle of all the models delivered to date. This model keeps all the things we have come to like in the Define Series, li...
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Fractal Design has been one of the pioneers of sleek cases in the industry and the Fractal Design Define R5 is definitely up in the widely popular Define Series. It's well packed with enthusiast and flexibility features all served in a silent case with po...
Well priced, Great construction quality, Silent and Great Airflow, ODD Bay and Drive Cage Removability, Dust filters on all fan intake areas...
Lacks mounting locations for reservoirs and pumps for liquid cooling, Didn't take full use of the space beside the PSU by adding another HDD cage, Slightly heavier...
Fractal Design Define series has always been the successful line of chassis, with this fifth iteration which continues to innovate with its exclusive noise isolations. The Define R5 manages to keep it up compared to the competition in the aspects of cooli...
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When it comes to sleek looking casing designs, one could always look for Fractal Design products. I love the Node model that I reviewed before and the Define R5 seems to be one that carries the trait of Fractal Design in its genes.Put it simple, the desig...
There are 2.5″ drive bays at the back, speaking of which I'll need to show you what's behind the tray. And so this is it, it has a huge cutout and it has cables neatly strapped in place. What Fractal Design could've improved on this one is to have the cab...
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Two years after the introduction of its hugely popular Define R4, Fractal Design is ready to unveil an eagerly anticipated successor, the Define R5. The latest addition to the Define Series is headed to retail stores this December priced at £83 (or £90 fo...
Decent performance, Keeps noise levels in check, Integrated fan controller, Quickrelease side panel, Front now opens either way, Highly flexible storage stack, Dedicated SSD trays, Many radmount opportunities, Noisedampened throughout, Very easy to build...
How do you build on the solid foundations of the Define R4? That's the question that Fractal was faced with, and we're pleased to see that the company has taken the logical step: rather than attempting to build a revolutionary successor from the ground-u...
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Unspeakably tired of coming in the nonstop mode of countless (and, unfortunately, more often “faceless”) tablets, phones, smart watches and other gadgets censorship, which now produce almost all and sundry. I was very pleased to be able to play with somet...
In conclusion, I will try to be brief. Fractal Design Swedish company released a very, very worthy product. I can not say about the “best of the best”, but Define R5 – a serious competitor on the market buildings that can not be ignored. Quality assembly...
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hitechlegion.com Updated: 2014-12-14 15:14:22
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Is it even possible to target the entirety of consumers with one product? I would venture to guess that it is probably next to impossible to create a product that would appeal to everyone interested in that category of products. With so many choices avail...
Support for Thick Radiators in the Top and Front, Excellent Design, Beautiful Aesthetic Appearance, Rear Mount SSD Trays, Two Silent 140mm Fans Included, Fully Modular Hard Drive and Optical Drive Cage Design, CPU Cooler Height up to 180mm, Support for Lo...
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Over the years, I have seen many different cases and manufacturer's designs getting a new look, but keeping the same great features that the previous model offered. While this is definitely a plus, I wasn't sure how I would feel about the Fractal Design...
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benchmarkreviews.com Updated: 2014-12-14 15:14:22
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This new and improved Define series chassis features additional cooling options, incredible customization, noise cancelling features, and a sleek, untouched look that somehow manages to look all the better for it. In this benchmarkreviews.com review, we'l...
Elegant, simple design, Plenty of water cooling options, An interior designed for a simple, painless system construction, Enough customization for everyone to build what they want, I'm having to majorly nitpick to have any cons at all.
Removable 5.25″ bays feel like a missed opportunity to do more, – SSD “stealth” mounts interfere slightly with cable management.
Variety of cooling options? Check. Plenty of customization options?. Check. Solid construction and strong appearance? Check. Any way you look at it, it's hard to find fault with the Fractal Design Define R5. The Define R4 was much lauded for it's cooling...
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Two years after the introduction of its hugely popular Define R4, Fractal Design is ready to unveil an eagerly anticipated successor, the Define R5. The latest addition to the Define Series is headed to retail stores this December priced at £83 (or £90 fo...
Decent performance, Keeps noise levels in check, Integrated fan controller, Quickrelease side panel, Front now opens either way, Highly flexible storage stack, Dedicated SSD trays, Many radmount opportunities, Noisedampened throughout, Very easy to build...
How do you build on the solid foundations of the Define R4? That's the question that Fractal was faced with, and we're pleased to see that the company has taken the logical step: rather than attempting to build a revolutionary successor from the ground-u...
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Would you believe that the original Define case which we could refer to as the R1 was released back in 2009. In the years since there has been a steady progression of designs and ideas as the the range Evolved. The team at OC3D all say that the R3 is a ch...
We will try and keep things short with the conclusion, if you need any more info its all in the video in a really easy to follow visual way. Fractal have really hit the ball out of the pack with the R5 although in all honesty we personally think this is w...
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We've looked at a couple of budget cases recently from the Swedish enclosure maker, and though still affordable with an MSRP of $109.99 (a windowed version will also be available for $10 more) the Define R5 from Fractal Design looks like a premium part th...
It's refreshing to look at an enclosure that delivers great performance and value like the Define R5. The case has an understated look, but is still very nice looking with clean lines and a quality finish. There is ample room for expansion and Fractal has...
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Having reviewed most past Define R-Series cases, it is only natural that we take a look at the latest and greatest in this family of enclosures. The Define R5 is a much needed update to the line and is available in 3 colors, each with or without a window...
Well priced, Excellent construction quality, Great engineering within the chassis, Two dedicated SSD placement possibilities, Can hold a wide array of liquid cooling - with enough room for up to a 420 mm radiator, Velcro strips to hold cables in place, Lo...
Air vents covers could be more modular, Velcro strips are a bit basic, Not the best use of space on the floor of the chassis when it comes to HDD-cage mounting, Dust filter in the front may not stay in place too well, As with all sound-dampened cases, thi...
The Fractal Design R5 sells for 100 euro including taxes or 110 US dollars excluding them. The windowed variants come at a 10 euro / 10 US dollars premium. Well priced Excellent construction quality Great engineering within the chassis Two dedicated SSD p...
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One thing I must say about “Fractal Design” is they started a whole new trend in computer case manufacturing. This trend was simply to listen seriously to the enthusiasts and the customers, then take their feedback and apply the good ideas to later models...
Great Paint Job, Over-engineered in great wayw, Love the shoes, Wire Management is made simple, Tool-less windowed side panel lock is nice, Ease of building is easy on the nerves, One of the best bangs for the buck out there...
Needs to include one more 140 white fan in the front, ModuVent system not so great for me (somewhat complicated fastening), For some a door is a con, but not for me; I like the front of the case clean...
It is really hard to say anything bad about the Fractal Design Define R5 unless you are true pessimist. While I can say I have my times when I could see bad anywhere most times I like to look at the positive parts for my Reviews. Grandma Law #1 “If you do...
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reviewstudio.net Updated: 2015-03-15 06:50:59
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The folk at Fractal Design sent me the much-polished Define R5, a Mid-Tower enclosure that supposedly has learned a lot from previous generations and improved upon its original minimalist design. Let's take a look, shall we?Cases! They come in all shapes...
Clever use of space, Loads of cooling options, Integrated fancontroller, Well priced, Excellent buildquality;...
Somewhat heavy;...
TweetValueFractal Design sells Define R5 for about $110. For a windowed side-panel there's an additional $10 premium. Overall, the price is more than decent considering the excellent value. R5 makes its steps into enthusiast territory without ramping up t...
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We here at Techgage have followed Fractal Design for a while – our very own Ryan Perry reviewed this case's predecessor, the Define R4, and you can read that review here . Fractal Design is a Scandinavian company and its company design philosophy has alwa...
I find it easy to write about things that I really like – like this case. It's clear that the Define R5 is a superbly-designed chassis. It offers so much for the money – it is very competitively priced at around $130 depending on where you shop. I real...
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Fractal Design has updated their Define series of cases to the Define R5. From looking at the list of features, this case seems to put together a number of desirable design elements all in one case. Is it a good case? Is it a case for you? Let's see.The C...
This case is so quiet that you could keep it next to you on your desk. Yes, the way I test these cases is to test their airflow with a passive heatsink. You probably won't do that, but the testing shows that this case will not add to whatever noise your...
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Design is a big deal in technology products these days, no matter where you look. "Designed by Apple in California" is a household phrase, thanks to the iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Google used a significant portion of its last I/O keynote to philosophize abou...
When I was younger, I eagerly awaited Car and Driver's sport sedan comparison test issue, to see whether any competitor had accomplished the rare feat of dethroning BMW's seemingly unbeatable 3-series. As mid-towers go, Corsair's Obsidian 450D is a lot l...
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Choosing the right computer case can take quite some time, especially nowadays when the market is flooded with choices. You have a plethora of size and design options. There are cases designed for the best cooling, others for aesthetics and others for sil...
If you want a sleek and stylish, silent PC case that has been well designed, definitely check out the Fractal Design R5. There are quite a few improvements over the previous R4, especially when it comes to air and water cooling options. For the price, it...
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Performance and ValueLook, when it comes to cases with plenty of cooling options, Fractal Design has never left us short of a ton of options. The Define R5 excels when it comes to fan options including NINE fan positions and two of which are included. Yes...
Whether you want to cool your beastly gaming rig or just have a silent workstation powerhouse, it mattereth not. Fractal Design not only makes a stunning case in a relatively small package but they do it with style. With tons of bays, spots for fans and o...
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Fractal Design was founded in 2007 and since then, they have become a well known name in the enthusiast market and have gained a lot of respect for releasing quality products such as cases, fans, power supplies and CPU coolers. They are mostly known for b...
Extra Room Behind The Motherboard Tray, Easy To Clean Removable Dust Filters, Great Water Cooling Support, Aesthetically Pleasing, Good Cable Management, Flexible Cage System, Sturdy Build Quality, Minimalist Design, Fan Controller, Velcro strips, Dead Si...
Needs Another 140mm Fan On The Front, Stock Fans Don't Move A Lot of Air, Quite Heavy For A Mid-Tower Case...
The Define R5 has everything you can ask for in an enthusiast case and then some. While the included fans are dead silent, they also don't move very much air. I would have liked another 140mm fan on the front to further improve the airflow. If you are loo...
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In a world where performance is always a must, sometimes there is a price to be paid – noise. What is the purpose of this Define R5 case? Fractal Design try to improve the cases they produce and keep them simple, elegant and a performance/noise output rat...
After I spent several hours disassembling, assembling, reviewing and later testing the case, I believe it is time to express my thoughts on the product. Define R5 performance – Build quality is solid, the chassis is properly designed and there were no fla...
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Choosing the right computer case can take quite some time, especially nowadays when the market is flooded with choices. You have a plethora of size and design options. There are cases designed for the best cooling, others for aesthetics and others for sil...
If you want a sleek and stylish, silent PC case that has been well designed, definitely check out the Fractal Design R5. There are quite a few improvements over the previous R4, especially when it comes to air and water cooling options. For the price, it...
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themodzoo.com Updated: 2017-01-01 01:11:21
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“Silence Redefined”. That's the advertising campaign that Fractal Design had been toting around the secret re-design of the Define R5. Clever marketing, and those who know the Fractal Design line of cases well, guessed it would be the Define R5. Well it's...
Modular drive cages, No rivets for drive cages, Reversible front door, Many radiator mounting options, Front access dust filters, Included three (3) fan controller...
SSD trays may have power connector problems, Front I/O mounted to front panel, Only one (1) hole for front panel cables on motherboard tray...
It's hardly anything new to find out that I expect a lot out of Fractal Design. I'm not sure exactly what it is, if I like the company and want to see them push things to a new level, or if they've just set the bar high enough for me to expect it. I reall...
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techsupportforum.com Updated: 2017-01-04 01:24:21
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Everyday people sign up here at Tech Support Forum looking for advice on their latest computer build, some even ask if it's suitable to build their own.Building a computer can be rejoicing and a fun activity for anybody and once the hardware has been sele...
All said and done, the Define R5 is a stylish and fully functional computer case that should suit all the needs of the average computer builder. With this nearly all-metal frame, the case stands tall underneath my desk, while the door hides away the front...
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