Performance Analysis
The Corsair 5000D Airflow performs well in our thermal tests as it comes within 1°C on the CPU and matches our test bench for the GPU. Even when taking into account the 2-3°C margin on our ageing test bench the results are very good and being close to the open test bench confirms that the Corsair AirGuide fans are going a good job of getting the air over the components and out of the case. This will allow you to tame even the hottest CPU or GPU with adequate component-specific cooling.
Conclusion
The Corsair 5000D Airflow is another solid entry into the mid-tier chassis category. It has good thermals, well-tuned fans, it's easy to work with, and supports a wide range of hardware. It does build on the new series of cases brought out by Corsair that started with the 4000 models a few months ago. You can quickly and easily get a full system up and running that's not only cool and quiet but also tidy and easy on the eye. All the cables are either hidden by design or using a minor bit of creativity, can be hidden behind other components such as the SATA cable in our build.
Costing around £140, the Corsair 5000D Airflow is admittedly in a different price bracket than the £80 4000 series and has to be evaluated against a higher calibre of chassis. Even so, it has the same, if not more, features at its price point, performs well, and sets the scene for one of the easiest case-building experiences we've had in a normal mid-tower case. For these reasons and the clean and tidy nature of the build process, we're happy to furnish it with the bit-tech recommended award.
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