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I still can't decide which case to get, between the Define R5 or Corsair Air 540.
I can mount an H105 at the top in both cases, but I can only put 2 140mm intake fans in the front of the R5, while the Air 540 can take 3 120mm intake in the front, which I feel would be better than 2 140mm.
Also I hear both cases are kinda quiet and I'll be getting the window version of either.

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If you want to take this rig anywhere, Define R5, if you want it to be a showcase piece, Air 540

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Im quite partial to the Bit fenix Colossus I know its not one you're looking at but for some reason those lines remind me of something from Star Trek that i so depseratly want.

 

The R5 is a fine peice, it can be toted around pretty easily but doesnt have a lot of flashy look-at-me value. I really like the the whole look-at-me value of a case so honestly i would go with the Air 540. But that's just my preference. 

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Is the Air 540 difficult to carry?

A bit, it's really awkward to carry, I love my Silent Base 800, you should give that a look also

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You can't go wrong with the Define R5. When you get older you'll appreciate the classy, clean and simple cases. The R5 is there to do a job, its not trying to pretend to be something else like a disco dance club or spaceship.

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