Build · NZXT S5 RGB
Premium design on a budget? With the S5 RGB, NZXT brought back its S series in September – read the press release here. We've now built our first PC in the S5 and show you why this case is so much fun for around €60.
What the S5 RGB offers
- Real materials: steel chassis with tempered glass on the front and left side.
- Good airflow and plenty of room: 10 fan mounts in total, dust filters top and bottom.
- Pre-installed 360 mm reverse fan: three fans in one frame with the blades facing the glass – a clean look without cable clutter.
- S5 RGB Deluxe: adds two more RGB fans at the bottom and rear.
- No software required: all fans run on standard 3-pin ARGB and PWM – no controller, no software lock-in.
- Compatibility: motherboards up to ATX and all-in-one liquid coolers up to 360 mm.
- Colours and price: black or white, from €59.90 according to NZXT.
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Our build on video
For our first S5 RGB build we fitted an AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, a GeForce RTX 5070 Ti, an ASUS TUF Gaming motherboard and an NZXT AIO. The video shows the case from every angle – and why the extra fan mount below the graphics card is worth it.
The fan mount for your graphics card
What makes the S5 special: a third fan mount at the bottom points straight at the graphics card. Graphics cards regulate their fans towards a target temperature – with fresh air from below, their own fans don't have to spin as fast. With the same fan curve, the graphics card fans in our build spin around 200 rpm slower with a fan in this spot. For more cooling and less noise, a strong airflow fan is well worth it here – the S5 RGB Deluxe already includes one.
Your PC in the S5 RGB?
Want your next gaming PC in the S5 RGB or another NZXT case? Get in touch – we're happy to advise you and hand-build your system in Erftstadt, Germany.
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How much does the NZXT S5 RGB cost?
According to NZXT, the S5 RGB starts at €59.90 (as of October 2026).
What is the difference between the S5 RGB and the S5 RGB Deluxe?
Both share the same chassis, materials and clearances. The Deluxe adds two more RGB fans at the bottom and rear – including the fan that blows onto the graphics card.
Do I need software for the RGB lighting?
No. All fans run on standard 3-pin ARGB and PWM and can be controlled via your motherboard – no controller or software required.
Which motherboards and liquid coolers fit the S5?
Motherboards up to ATX and all-in-one coolers up to 360 mm. With thick radiators, the rear fan has to be removed.
Which colours is the S5 RGB available in?
Black and white.
Video and photos: PCHM. Specifications and price: NZXT, as of October 2026.
