Define R5/R4 question

[Valhallatier]

So i just watched Linus video about the new define R5, he said that the front panel is made out of faux aluminum. If this is true, then what's the material of the front panel of the Define R4 (fake or real aluminum)? did Fractal Design skimp on this part? :huh:

[STRMfrmXMN]

So i just watched Linus video about the new define R5, he said that the front panel is made out of faux aluminum. If this is true, then what's the material of the front panel of the Define R4 (fake or real aluminum)? did Fractal Design skimp on this part? :huh:

It's also faux aluminium. It's some kind of plastic that makes it look like brushed metal. It looks gorgeous in person.

[spenser_l]

I think the use of plastic was in order to avoid the grease staining that comes with using aluminum. 

 

These websites say that the R4 also uses plastic for the front.

 

http://hexus.net/tech/reviews/chassis/44517-fractal-design-define-r4/

 

http://www.bit-tech.net/hardware/2012/07/20/fractal-design-define-r4-review/1

[ilikemacandpc]

Faux aluminum that looks great and can be cleaned. On a mid level case like the r5, it's better than the real stuff. 

[gwertheim]

I have the case and it's been great, no problems

[Valhallatier]

after all this time, i thought the R4 uses REAL aluminum like the corsair K70 keyboard...

MY WHOLE LIFE IS A LIE!

[MCJeeba]

Faux aluminum that looks great and can be cleaned. On a mid level case like the r5, it's better than the real stuff. 

 

Just use Windex or rubbing alcohol. Makes my 350D front panel look like new.