Overview
The NZXT S5 RGB Deluxe is an ATX mid-tower chassis engineered around an open-view panoramic aesthetic, utilizing seamless dual tempered glass panels on the front and left side paired with a rigid steel frame. Internal architecture prioritizes clearance and modern component compatibility, offering 415 mm of graphics card clearance, 162 mm of CPU cooler height, and support for power supplies up to 200 mm across standard ATX, Micro-ATX, and Mini-ITX motherboards. Exterior connectivity is routed through a modern front I/O cluster featuring a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port, dual USB 3.2 Type-A ports, and a combined 3.5 mm headset audio jack.
Thermal dynamics are driven by an expansive active cooling layout supporting up to ten 120 mm fans and liquid cooling radiators up to 360 mm on the top panel. The Deluxe package includes five pre-installed 120 mm PWM RGB fans out of the box, anchored by a single-frame 360 mm reverse-blade intake array along the side steel mesh panel, supplemented by a bottom intake and a rear exhaust fan. While this configuration creates an unobstructed, positive-pressure airflow path directly across critical system components with synchronized PWM speed control, the side intake boundary lacks dedicated fine mesh filtration, relying on the perforated side panel alone.
In practical assembly, the tool-free panel retention system facilitates rapid access and straightforward hardware installation, though the front tempered glass panel lacks an auxiliary screw fastener, demanding careful handling during system transit. Storage provisions reflect modern solid-state configurations, constrained to a single 3.5-inch hard drive and single 2.5-inch solid-state drive mount. Backed by a standard two-year manufacturer warranty, the S5 RGB Deluxe delivers strong structural integrity and immediate thermal readiness for showcase enthusiast builds.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | NZXT |
| Model | S5 RGB Deluxe |
| Form Factor | ATX Mid-Tower |
| Dimensions Mm | 482 x 210 x 423 |
| Weight Kg | 6.1 |
| Materials | Steel, Tempered Glass, Plastic |
| Motherboard Support | ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Expansion Slots | 7 |
| Max Gpu Length Mm | 415 |
| Max Cpu Cooler Height Mm | 162 |
| Max Psu Length Mm | 200 |
| Drive Bays | 1x 3.5-inch HDD, 1x 2.5-inch SSD |
| Front Io Ports | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 2x USB 3.2 Type-A, 1x 3.5mm Headset Audio Jack |
| Fan Support | Top: 3x 120 mm or 2x 140 mm; Side: 3x 120 mm; Bottom: 3x 120 mm; Rear: 1x 120 mm (up to 10 fans total) |
| Preinstalled Fans | 5x 120 mm RGB fans (1x 360 mm single-frame reverse-blade intake [3x 120 mm], 1x 120 mm bottom fan, 1x 120 mm rear fan) |
| Radiator Support | Top: up to 360 mm; Rear: up to 120 mm |
| Fan Control | PWM |
| Dust Filters | Top (magnetic mesh), Bottom (removable PVC mesh) |
| Panel Design | Tool-free dual tempered glass (front and left side) and steel mesh right side panel |
| Color Options | Black, White |
| Warranty | 2 years |
- Panoramic dual tempered glass front and side panels offering unobstructed component visibility
- Generous factory cooling configuration with five pre-installed PWM RGB fans, including a 360 mm reverse-blade side intake
- Exceptional hardware clearances accommodating GPUs up to 415 mm and power supplies up to 200 mm
- Modern front I/O connectivity featuring a dedicated USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port
- Absence of a dedicated dust filter on the right-side fan intake increases maintenance frequency
- Front tempered glass panel relies solely on tool-free clips without a secondary screw-lock mechanism for transit
- Limited drive mounting options restricted to a single 3.5-inch and single 2.5-inch drive