User Review Cooler Master MasterBox 5 Case Review

Cooler Master MasterBox 5 Case Review

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With the MasterCase series Cooler Master started the MasterConcept, which combines a product design based on feedback from modders and enthusiastic class users, resulting some ultimate cases with super flexible interior and exterior modularity allows anyone to build a PC with. Following the same “FreeForm Modular System” the Cooler Master MasterBox 5 case is the newest addition to the Master series of cases. A budget oriented mid-tower case that features multiple interior layout options with great support to both air and water cooling solutions.
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Now let’s have a look on what features does Cooler Master MasterBox 5 case have for us.

Features
Motherboard tray cut-outs creatively rearrange space for any size motherboard
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Tray cut-outs also allow for the easy mounting and rearranging of SSDs and HDDs across the motherboard tray, along the bottom shelf, or on the back side of the tray (for SSDs).
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No pushing! There’s enough elbow room inside, even for beastly coolers.
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Titans have a place inside too. Or your next VR-ready GeForce 1080.
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The uniquely modular design of the MasterBox creates space where there usually isn't. The case supports Three 120mm fans, Four fans with use of optional front bracket.
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The uniquely modular design of the MasterBox creates space to fit the biggest DIY cooling contraptions.*
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All system setups have hidden space for cable management
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Challenge the confines of the MasterBox 5 by creating intuitive and flexible layouts for components and cables, large or small. Then comes the easy part: building.
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Specifications
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Packaging
Standard plain brown packaging with product image and few paragraph describing features outside.
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Inside, two large Styrofoam blocks protecting case from top and bottom. Case is covered with plastic bag. Guide and accessories for the MasterBox 5 case
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Close look
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Front USB, Power/Restart button and activity LEDs.
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Components Installation
ATX form factor board fits perfect with ample cooling solution and support of long GFX cards.
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Pros
  • Great design
  • Easy installation
  • Budget Case
  • Solid build quality
  • Modular design
  • Both Air and Water cooling support

Cons
  • Nil.

Cooler Master MasterBox 5 case a Mid-Tower PC cases with the high-end features and solid build quality. Featuring both air and water cooling configuration option makes the case perfect for daily users or for PC gamers .
Considering the price tag of Rs. 6K (approx) Cooler Master MasterBox 5 case is one of the most featured case in the mid-range segment. Adding up the MasterBox 5 case ability to upgrade and change as per user’s needs or hardware up-gradation make this case a must recommendation for any budget friendly or Gaming build.

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No 5.25 drive bays..
What is the air flow direction in your case? Front exhaust rear intake??
Is it possible to install fans in the top? If yes, how many 120mm fans?
 
No 5.25 drive bays..
What is the air flow direction in your case? Front exhaust rear intake??
Is it possible to install fans in the top? If yes, how many 120mm fans?

No 5.25 bays, Air flow is from front to top and back exhaust and Top of case have mounting holes for one 120mm or 140mm fan.
 
Since you have the radiator in the intake, wont that have a negative impact on the overall cooling of other components inside the case.. as it is going to intake the cool air from the front, then it passes through the radiator, it becomes hot and this hot air doesn't help in cooling the already hot air exhausted by the GPU and other components..
 
Since you have the radiator in the intake, wont that have a negative impact on the overall cooling of other components inside the case.. as it is going to intake the cool air from the front, then it passes through the radiator, it becomes hot and this hot air doesn't help in cooling the already hot air exhausted by the GPU and other components..
No. In practical use, the temperature Delta between the cool air coming into the radiator and hot air going out of the radiator will be very low, maybe 1 degree or so.

So in practical terms, no difference.

@rakesh I think you have gone a little soft on them, no marks cut for lack of rubber grommets ? Cable management just does not look that slick, don't you agree ?
 
No. In practical use, the temperature Delta between the cool air coming into the radiator and hot air going out of the radiator will be very low, maybe 1 degree or so.

So in practical terms, no difference.

@rakesh I think you have gone a little soft on them, no marks cut for lack of rubber grommets ? Cable management just does not look that slick, don't you agree ?

According to me, a 6K case with full custom WC support with even Tube Reservoirs mounting option is great ++ for the case. You cannot have both rubber grommets and Tube reservoirs mounting in such a size format case.. And as per Cable management , I have not done proper Cable management in the case shown and only issue i found is 24-pin MB cable.. rest is fine since PSU is having a full cover with pass-through holes for GFX power cables and case have lot of cable tie points too.. So don't think cable management is issue in this case.
 
Not sure buddy, I think the two - reservoir mounting and rubber grommets are mutually exclusive. Its just the weird design they have gone with these huge cut outs, the 24pin connector just looks so ugly. What is the utility of the second set of cutouts on the right? There is nothing hiding the cables that running in the rear, which is an eyesore.
The problem is, there are better cases around the same price range that have got this right. They might not be available in india yet, but that's not the point.
 
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