Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 mATX Case Black
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About This Item
- Black mATX Midi Tower PC case with 4 expansion slots
- Supports DTX, micro ATX and Mini-ITX motherboards
- Max graphics card length 35 cm and CPU cooler height 14.8 cm
- 2 x 3.5″ bays plus support for 2.5″ drives with anti-vibration grommets
- 1 x USB 3.0 and 1 x USB 2.0 front ports with audio in/out
- Cooling includes 1 x 120 mm front fan and slots for side and rear fans
- What to check: PSU form factor and power supply inclusion
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Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 Midi Tower Black | Compact Micro-ATX Chassis
The Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 Midi Tower Black is a solid choice for budget-conscious system builders in the UK. This case suits users building a Micro-ATX or Mini-ITX PC. It offers a unique blend of value and essential features. For example, it supports long graphics cards and includes a USB 3.0 port.
Compact Form, Big Component Support
This midi tower fits tight desk spaces. It measures 175 mm wide, 420 mm deep, and 355 mm high. Despite its size, it supports large components. You can install graphics cards up to 350 mm long. The vertical HDD bracket enables this. It also fits CPU coolers up to 148 mm tall.
Optimised Airflow and Cooling
The case features a simple mesh front panel. This design allows for increased airflow. It comes with one 120 mm Silent Series R2 fan installed. There are three fan slots total. You can add a 120 mm side fan and a 92 mm rear fan. A dust filter on the front intake helps keep the interior clean.
Flexible Storage Options
The innovative HDD mounting system supports various drive setups. You can install two 3.5″ HDDs or a mix of 2.5″ SSDs. It supports three 2.5″ SSDs or one 2.5″ SSD plus one 3.5″ HDD. Anti-vibration silicone grommets reduce noise from the drives.
Essential Connectivity
The front panel includes one USB 3.0 (Gen 1) Type-A port. It also has one USB 2.0 port. Audio input and output jacks are present. A reset button and LED power indicators are included. Note that a power supply is not included.
Slim Specs Table
| Metric | Spec. |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Midi Tower |
| Supported Motherboards | DTX, micro ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Max Graphics Card Length | 350 mm |
| Max CPU Cooler Height | 148 mm |
| Front Fan Included | 1 x 120 mm |
| USB 3.0 Ports | 1 |
Box contents
- Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 Midi Tower Black case
- One pre-installed 120 mm Silent Series R2 fan
- Mounting hardware for drives and motherboards
- User manual
Check before you buy
- Confirm your motherboard size is DTX, micro-ATX, or Mini-ITX.
- Verify your graphics card length is under 350 mm.
- Check your CPU cooler height is under 148 mm.
- Confirm you have an ATX power supply, as none is included.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the Fractal Design Core 1000 have a side window?
A: No, this model has a solid side panel and no window.
Q: How many fans are included with the case?
A: One 120 mm Silent Series R2 fan is pre-installed in the front.
Q: What drive sizes can I install?
A: It supports both 2.5″ SSDs and 3.5″ HDDs with anti-vibration grommets.
Q: Is a power supply included?
A: No, you must supply your own ATX power supply.
Q: What USB ports are on the front panel?
A: One USB 3.0 (Gen 1) and one USB 2.0 port are included.
The Consultant’s verdict & warranty
This case is ideal for first-time builders and budget-focused Micro-ATX builds. It offers solid airflow and component support in a compact footprint. It is a practical choice for home office or light gaming PCs. Covered by the standard Manufacturer Warranty.
| Technical details | |
|---|---|
| Number of 3.5" bays | 2 |
| Supported motherboard form factors | DTX, micro ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Supported HDD sizes | 2.5,3.5" |
| Side window | No |
| Reset button | Yes |
| Built-in speaker(s) | No |
| Product colour | Black |
| Number of expansion slots | 4 |
| Maximum CPU cooler height | 14.8 cm |
| Maximum graphics card length | 35 cm |
| Type | PC |
| Form factor | Midi Tower |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84733080 |
| Indication | |
| LED indicators | Yes |
| Ergonomics | |
| Reset button | Yes |
| LED indicators | Yes |
| Design | |
| Number of 3.5" bays | 2 |
| Supported motherboard form factors | DTX, micro ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Side window | No |
| Reset button | Yes |
| LED indicators | Yes |
| Built-in speaker(s) | No |
| Product colour | Black |
| Number of expansion slots | 4 |
| Maximum CPU cooler height | 14.8 cm |
| Maximum graphics card length | 35 cm |
| Type | PC |
| Form factor | Midi Tower |
| Power supply | |
| Supported power supply form factors | ATX |
| Power supply included | No |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
| Audio input | Yes |
| Audio output | Yes |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| Cooling | |
| Front fans installed | 1x 120 mm |
| Number of front fans supported (max) | 1 |
| Front fans diameters supported | 120 mm |
| Number of side fans supported (max) | 1 |
| Side fans diameters supported | 120 mm |
| Number of rear fans supported (max) | 1 |
| Rear fans diameters supported | 92 mm |
| Storage | |
| Supported HDD sizes | 2.5,3.5" |
| Packaging content | |
| Manual | Yes |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 175 mm |
| Depth | 420 mm |
| Height | 355 mm |
| Weight | 4.1 kg |
| Packaging data | |
| Package width | 230 mm |
| Package height | 415 mm |
| Package depth | 473 mm |
| Package weight | 5 kg |
| Manual | Yes |
| Logistics data | |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84733080 |
| Other features | |
| Manual | Yes |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84733080 |
| Identifiers | |
| Distributor SKUs | FDCACORE1USB3BL, CORE1000USB3BL, 310008, CLCORE1000USB3BL |
| Additional EANs | 0817301011099 |
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