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As both the Corsair iCUE 5000X and 5000D Airflow are very similar, I’ll be reviewing them together, sharing any differences, before finally concluding with which you should buy for your next PC build. This new case lineup is our best yet and we can’t wait to see what builds you’ll make with them! For those still deciding which case to go with, here are some final notes that may help:
Despite adding a bunch of noise (46.8 dB total system noise) the side intake did help reduce the CPU temperature by 2 degrees Celsius and the GPU temperature by about 4 degrees C. The CORSAIR 5000D, 5000D AIRFLOW, and 5000X RGB are available immediately from the CORSAIR webstore and the CORSAIR worldwide network of authorized retailers and distributors. Let’s start off by saying the entire 4000/5000-series PC cases look incredible and in my opinion, these are the brand’s best-ever from an aesthetics point of view. What about the 500/1000D you may ask? Well, when you consider how much cheaper even the iCUE 5000X is in comparison, for me, it’s a no-brainer. When it comes to PC building, it goes without saying that cable management is very important and we want to take this opportunity to highlight the benefits of the RapidRoute Cable Management System that is part of the core feature set in the 4000, 5000, and 7000 Series cases. CORSAIR 5000D AIRFLOW with channel raceway and straps for proper cable management. Debuting in the recently launched 4000 Series, the CORSAIR RapidRoute cable management system has proven to be a hit with PC builders looking to minimize the hassle of cable routing while still achieving a clean, professional look for their system. The 5000 Series takes RapidRoute even further, with a concealed cutout, wide enough to fit all major connectors to your motherboard, and multiple removable routing channels through which you can run all your cables out of sight. With a generous 25mm of cable routing depth behind the motherboard, and a magnetic door behind which to hide your cabling, it’s exceptionally easy to build a top-tier PC that also looks the part.For convenience, we’ve put together the following comparison charts for reference: X-variant case comparisons D-variant case comparisons It’s All in the Name
With everything put together and the glass side panels reinstalled, the case looks stunning. It's tinted just enough to show off only what really matters. I ran the PC under load for about 30 minutes with an outside ambient temperature of about 21 degrees Celsius to see how cool it runs. Keep in mind I added a rear exhaust fan (which you should definitely do as well no matter what) and two top exhaust fans. Temperatures inside the case hit 30 degrees Celsius at the motherboard while the system sat idle. The CPU hovered around 35 degrees Celsius while idling. Our 4000 Series and the most recently launched 5000 Series cases have arrived! Both lineups signal a return to classic CORSAIR styling with a focus on improving the build experience, flexibility, and performance over our previous lineup of cases. CORSAIR iCUE 4000X RGB The top of the case supports three 120mm fans or two 140mm fans, meaning you can also fit a 360mm or 280mm radiator if needed. When building in this case I went for Corsair’s H150i Capellix AIO cooler with the rad on the top mount. It was very easy to install, mostly because of the spacious interior but more importantly, I could plug in the CPU power after installation without the need of grabbing someone with baby hands in the office.
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https://corsair.sharepoint.com/:f:/s/MarketingCommunications/EjjDIBNsWa1Boos5oo4X_6IBn-ryDxcRXTrrMd8vicVpFA?e=52QFTv It’s now time to get to one of the most impressive aspects of this case. That thing I went on about in the first paragraph. The Corsair iCue 5000x hits its stride where many tempered glass cases fall short, because it manages to blend sleek looks with function. Corsair uses angles to channel the air around the glass front panel and to the fans, with the same design providing heat removal via the roof vent. Usually, intakes are far too restricted to provide the necessary volumes of air needed to cool components properly. I thought that would be the case for the front and top panels, but I actually didn’t see any temperature differences when testing my system under full load with the panels off. Corsair clearly spent a lot of time testing the spacing here to get almost identical results to the Airflow D version of this case. The spacious interior of all three cases offers great cooling potential, with room for up to 10x 120mm or 4x 140mm cooling fans. A specialized motherboard tray with customizable fan mounts enables you to install an additional 360mm radiator into the side of a 5000 Series case to bolster your cooling. With room for up to 4x 2.5in SSDs and 2x 3.5in HDDs, along with a host of front panel I/O connections including a USB 3.1 Type-C port and 2x USB 3.0 ports, the 5000 Series has all of your needs covered. https://corsair.sharepoint.com/:f:/s/MarketingCommunications/EjyC9Z3Nf-tPgv-SyxjHEl4BsOZzM1SvoRUMYadnis7kKg?e=P9EaXW Yes, I'm aware. I never said not to do that, just that it would have been helpful to see the thermals of the case with max cooling in addition to the review in its present state. The info provided is very important but, because of the focus taken in the review, the full thermal potential of the case is not shown. I have fans from my previous build and I would imagine many other people do too, so it's not like it is guaranteed that adding extra fans would cost money. I don't really see this as a reason not to also present the results with more fans - other than encouraging the manufacturers to shoot for better thermals out of the box
Behind the glass is a steel swing door — completely and easily removable for better building — that hides cabling, SSDs, HDDs, PSU, lighting nodes, and anything else housed behind the motherboard panel. With the panel closed and the glass in place, you'd never know there's anything there. Some might remove the swing door completely if they're particularly proud of their cabling, but others (including myself) will appreciate the relative mess it hides. Adding fans can almost double the price of this case if you fill all slots with matching RGB fans to get good cooling results. The part that causes the most trouble is the cable shroud that sits on the front right side of the motherboard covering the rubber grommets; presumably to minimize how much cable is shown. Not only that, but the screws and screw holes for it seemed somewhat worn after just one build in this case, which is worrying when you consider future builds outside of the first one. It doesn’t help that these covers feel a bit flimsy and bendable, so keep it in mind to have a gentle hand when removing and reattaching them.
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Corsair cases are never shy of great features but I’ve never been quite as impressed as I am with the 5000X and 5000D. I have no doubt that the 5000-series is going to be a game-changer and fully restore a bit of credibility to the Corsair name, making PC builders once again turn to them when it comes to building a new PC. Cable Bar
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