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Cooler Master MCX-B5S2-WWNN-01 MasterBox 5 White ATX Case

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Unleash Your Building PotentialIntroducing the Cooler Master MasterBox 5, a chassis designed for builders who demand flexibility and a clean aesthetic. This case offers intuitive layout options and ample space for high-end components and cooling solutions. Flexible Mounting: Easily adjust SSD pl...

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Overview

Unleash Your Building Potential

Introducing the Cooler Master MasterBox 5, a chassis designed for builders who demand flexibility and a clean aesthetic. This case offers intuitive layout options and ample space for high-end components and cooling solutions.

  • Flexible Mounting: Easily adjust SSD placement across the motherboard tray or along the bottom shelf.
  • Expansion Support: Generous cutouts accommodate high-end motherboards, CPU coolers, and DIY water cooling setups.
  • Clean Cabling: Provides ample room for hidden cable management in all system configurations.
  • Compact Cooling: Supports up to three 120mm fans (two front, one rear), or a 280mm front radiator for liquid cooling. Expandable to 360mm liquid cooling with an optional bracket.
  • You Decide the Inside: Customize your build with freedom to express your unique style and preferences.

Specifications:
  • Form Factor: ATX, microATX, Mini-ITX
  • Front I/O: USB 3.0 x 2, Audio
  • Fan Support: Up to 3 fans (120mm/140mm x 2 front, 120mm x 1 rear)
  • Drive Bays: 1 x SSD, 2 x Combo 3.5"/2.5"
  • Maximum Compatibility: Supports graphics cards up to 410mm/16.1 inches, CPU coolers up to 167mm/6.5 inches

Key Features

ATX, microATX, Mini-ITX

USB 3.0 x 2, Audio Front I/O

Supports up to 3 fans, 120mm/140mm x 2 , 120mm x 1

1 x SSD Drive bay, 2 x Combo 3.5"/2.5"

Supports graphics cards up to 410mm/16.1 inches, CPU Coolers up to 167mm/6.5inches

Specifications

Brand
Cooler Master
Model
MCX-B5S2-WWNN-01 MasterBox 5
Color
White
Motherboard Support
ATX, microATX, Mini-ITX
Front I/O
USB 3.0 x 2, Audio
Fan Support
Up to 3 fans (120mm/140mm x 2, 120mm x 1)
SSD Drive Bays
1
Combo Drive Bays
2 x 3.5"/2.5"
Max Graphics Card Length
410mm / 16.1 inches
Max CPU Cooler Height
167mm / 6.5 inches

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • This Cooler Master MasterBox 5 supports ATX, microATX, and Mini-ITX motherboards, offering broad compatibility for builds.
  • It includes two USB 3.0 ports and front audio I/O, providing convenient access for peripherals and headphones.
  • The case is designed to accommodate graphics cards up to 410mm, allowing for installation of high-end, longer GPUs.
  • It offers flexible cooling support for up to three fans (120mm/140mm x 2, 120mm x 1), aiding in thermal management.
  • The inclusion of one SSD drive bay and two combo 3.5"/2.5" bays provides versatile storage options for different drives.

👎 Cons

  • The MasterBox 5 only supports three fans, which might be limiting for extreme overclocking or very high-heat components.
  • It comes in white, which might not suit all aesthetic preferences or match other black components in a build.
  • The case only provides two front USB 3.0 ports, lacking the newer USB-C or additional USB-A ports found on some modern cases.
  • With a CPU cooler height limit of 167mm, some taller high-performance air coolers might not fit.
  • The case is designed for standard ATX builds and might be bulkier than necessary for a compact Mini-ITX setup.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Cooler Master MasterBox 5 is compatible with ATX, microATX, and Mini-ITX motherboards, offering flexibility for various build sizes.
This case provides two USB 3.0 ports on its front I/O panel, alongside audio input and output jacks.
Yes, the Cooler Master MasterBox 5 supports graphics cards up to 410mm (16.1 inches) in length, accommodating many high-end GPUs.
The case supports up to three fans: two 120mm or 140mm fans, and one 120mm fan, allowing for a good air cooling setup.
Yes, the MasterBox 5 includes one dedicated SSD drive bay, plus two combo bays that can be used for either 3.5-inch or 2.5-inch drives.
The Cooler Master MasterBox 5 can accommodate CPU coolers up to 167mm (6.5 inches) in height.