Cooler Master MasterBox 5 Case Review

Cooler Master MasterBox 5 Overview
The MasterBox 5 has a pretty straightforward design that is not all that flashy at all. We saw this with the MasterCase 5 and really like the subtle, yet solid look of the case. We received the black version of the case, but it also comes in a white version as well. The case has official dimensions of 500 x 220 x 475mm (LxWxH), is primary made of SECC steel with a plastic front, and given its size we consider the MasterBox 5 a mid tower.

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Taking a look at the front of the case the entire front bezel is made of plastic mesh. This will allow for proper airflow into the case. This mesh section can be completely removed from the case. Once removed it reveals an included 120 mm intake fan. The front of the case has support for two 120 mm or 140 mm fans. Cooler Master also sells an optional bracket that will allow you to install three 120 mm fans in the front. Since the entire front bezel can be removed it makes it quite easy to install and clean your fans.

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At the top of the case you will find all of your buttons and connections. These include two USB 3.0 ports, HD audio connections, a large power button, smaller reset button, and a hard drive activity LED.

Cooler Master MasterBox 5

The side of the case has a nice large side panel window that will let you show off your case. You will also notice thumbscrews on the side panel. They are on both side panels for easy access to your hardware.

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Moving around to the back of the case we have a second included fan which is a 120 mm fan. That is the only size fan you can fit in the rear of the case. As we go down we have our expansion slots, power supply mounting, and a removable filter at the bottom of the case.

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The bottom of the case has two large feet that will lift it off the ground to get proper airflow under the case.

Cooler Master MasterBox 5

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