Core Series refresh introduces a wide-body, mid-tower case for performance users. Fractal Design has revamped its value-focussed range of Core Series enclosures with the launch of three new models. In keeping with earlier efforts, the 'X5' refresh is all about "providing the core features and performance of Fractal Design's case lineage at an aggressive price point."

The new range is composed of the Core 1500, a compact mini-tower for micro-ATX boards, the Core 2500, a more traditional mid-tower, and the Core 3500, a wide-bodied, mid-tower solution for high-performance parts. It's the latter that's under the spotlight today so let's dive in for a closer look.