NZXT press release
The H5 and H5 RGB+ bring one-piece curved glass to a compact mid-tower. Below is NZXT's announcement, followed by our own take.
Seamless glass in a smaller case
The front and left side of the H5 are a single formed panel of curved tempered glass, with no corner seam to interrupt the view of your build.
H5 and H5 RGB+ features
- One formed panel from front to side: the H5 vents through a steel mesh top that keeps every top mount, while the H5 RGB+ closes the top with Vista Mode glass for a view straight down into the build.
- Airflow Scoop side intake: shaped into the panel, it reads as a line in the case's form and draws air across the graphics card. It's identical on both models.
- H5 RGB+ wired at the factory: an F360 RGB Reverse single-frame fan at the bottom, an F120 RGB fan at the rear and a Control Hub Lite come installed. The H5 ships without fans. Both support vertical GPU mounting (kit sold separately).
- Clean inside and out: back-connect motherboard support hides the power connectors, and the curved glass, right side and top panels come off by hand. Front I/O includes USB-C, two USB-A ports and a headset jack.
- Room for your build: graphics cards up to 420 mm on an adjustable anti-sag bracket and a triple-fan radiator on either model. The H5 RGB+ takes its radiator on the right side, with no top mount.
Specifications
| Feature | H5 | H5 RGB+ |
|---|---|---|
| Case type | compact ATX mid-tower, 47 L | compact ATX mid-tower, 47 L |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 468.5 × 233 × 431.1 mm | 468.5 × 233 × 431.1 mm |
| Motherboards | ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX, back-connect (ATX) | ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX, back-connect (ATX) |
| Top panel | steel mesh | tempered glass (Vista Mode) |
| Clearance | GPU up to 420 mm, CPU cooler up to 172 mm, PSU up to 200 mm | GPU up to 420 mm, CPU cooler up to 172 mm, PSU up to 200 mm |
| Radiators | top and right up to 360 mm, rear 120 mm | right up to 360 mm, rear 120 mm |
| Fan mounts | 10 | 7 |
| Front I/O | 1× USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C (20 Gbps), 2× USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (5 Gbps), 1× headset jack | 1× USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C (20 Gbps), 2× USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (5 Gbps), 1× headset jack |
| Included fans | none | 1× F360 RGB Reverse single-frame, 1× F120 RGB, Control Hub Lite |
Price and availability
| Model | Price (EMEA) per NZXT | Colours | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|
| H5 | €89.90 | Black, white | 2 years |
| H5 RGB+ | €139.90 | Black, white | 2 years |
According to NZXT, the products roll out to retailers globally from 10 November 2026, with timing varying by region. See nzxt.com/retailers for where to buy.
Our take
For under €90, NZXT is putting seamless curved glass into a compact case. The two versions differ more than the name suggests: the H5 RGB+ gains a glass top but loses the top radiator mount and has 7 fan mounts instead of 10. If you want the most cooling flexibility, the standard H5 is the better starting point, just remember to budget for fans.
Want your next PC in one of the new cases? Get in touch and we'll gladly advise you. You'll find our current NZXT systems on our NZXT PCs page.
Häufige Fragen
What is the Airflow Scoop on the NZXT H5?
A side intake shaped into the panel that draws air across the graphics card. It's identical on the H5 and H5 RGB+.
How much does the 2026 NZXT H5 cost?
According to NZXT, €89.90 for the H5 and €139.90 for the H5 RGB+ (EMEA).
What is the difference between the H5 and H5 RGB+?
The H5 has a steel mesh top, 10 fan mounts and no fans included. The H5 RGB+ has a Vista Mode glass top, 7 fan mounts, and includes an F360 RGB Reverse, an F120 RGB and a Control Hub Lite.
Does a 360 mm AIO fit in the H5?
Yes. On the H5 at the top or right side, on the H5 RGB+ on the right side only.
What is the maximum GPU length?
Up to 420 mm, on an adjustable anti-sag bracket.
More from the NZXT launch: H7 and H7 RGB+ · Kraken Plus and Kraken Core
Source: official NZXT press release of 10 November 2026, split by topic across three articles. All details and prices according to the manufacturer, subject to change. Product images: NZXT.
