Corsair iCUE 5000T RGB

Corsair’s iCUE 5000T RGB includes enough advanced cooling, connectivity, and stylistic features that many high-end builders will be willing to overlook its inclusion of one flimsy side panel.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
Corsair iCUE 5000T RGB 1

Product details

  • Make a lasting impression with the 5000T RGB’s unique style, lit by an astonishing 208 individually addressable RGB LEDs, all with the clean design and builder-friendly features for which the 5000T Series is renowned.
  • With 160 RGB LEDs integrated into the front, roof, and floor panels, plus 48 LEDs in the included fans, you’ll get vibrant, fully customizable RGB lighting from any angle, right out of the box.
  • The 5000T RGB’s distinctive contours and angular accents offer a unique look that no other case can match.
  • Use the included iCUE COMMANDER CORE XT Lighting and Fan Speed Controller to control up to six PWM fans and dual lighting channels for multiple RGB components with powerful iCUE software that easily synchronizes all your CORSAIR iCUE RGB products.
  • Includes three CORSAIR LL120 RGB fans with 16 individually addressable RGB LEDs per fan, controllable via PWM from 600 - 1,500 RPM, for powerful airflow and high-impact lighting.

PROS

+ Holds up to three triple-fan (360mm) radiators
+ Cable cover acts as side duct for motherboard component cooling
+ Includes extra component for cleaner installation of thick front-panel cooler
+ Has four Type-A USB 3 ports in addition to Gen2 Type-C
+ Included RGB/fan controller supports full Corsair iCue software control

CONS

- Pricey
- Limited power supply space with lower drive cage in stock position
- Alternate drive cage placements impinge on side and/or front radiator space
- Right side panel feels a little flimsy, given case’s heft

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on April 12, 2022
Corsair’s iCUE 5000T RGB includes enough advanced cooling, connectivity, and stylistic features that many high-end builders will be willing to overlook its inclusion of one flimsy side panel.
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By TechRadar on February 24, 2022
The Corsair iCUE 5000T is a well-designed and feature-packed case with excellent cooling potential. RGB fans will love it, however its price point is very steep when compared to Corsair’s own significantly cheaper Obsidian 500D SE or iCUE 5000X.
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