Fractal Design have given R4 eco-friendly packaging so there is only an illustration of the chassis on the double walled cardboard box. There are technical specifications on the back with a break-down of the features.

Inside, the chassis is covered in a clear plastic sheet and held in place with dual polystyrene pillars to keep the case protected during transit.



Taking R4 out of its packaging we are met with a very elegant computer chassis. R4 is available in 3 colours, Arctic White, Black Pearl and Titanium Grey; we are looking at the Black Pearl option. R4 has been given similar characteristics to that of its predecessor – R3. Both side panels are solid and have been powder coated in matt black, the prominent side having mesh and mounting holes for attaching a single 140/120mm cooling fan. Ventilation can be found running down either side and at the bottom of the front panel to give front cooling fans air to pull into the chassis.





On the next page we will begin our closer examination of R4.