Description
The SilverStone FARA 513 stands out in the modern chassis market by offering a refined, understated aesthetic paired with exceptional functional flexibility. Its primary design feature is a large-surface perforated mesh front panel that facilitates massive air intake, ensuring that high-performance components remain stable under heavy thermal loads. Unlike many contemporary cases, the FARA 513 retains a 5.25-inch external drive bay, making it an ideal choice for users who still rely on optical media or front-panel expansion brackets without sacrificing internal space for modern cooling solutions.
This product is for:
- Legacy Media Users: Perfect for professionals and enthusiasts who require an internal 5.25-inch bay for Blu-ray drives or specialized front-panel controllers.
- High-End Gamers: Accommodates flagship graphics cards up to 390mm in length, ensuring compatibility with the latest triple-fan GPUs.
- Thermal Enthusiasts: Designed for those prioritizing airflow, with support for dual 140mm fans or a 280mm radiator at the front.
- Workstation Builders: Supports full ATX motherboards and multiple storage configurations including two 3.5-inch HDDs and four 2.5-inch SSDs.
- Modern Connectivity Seekers: The SST-FA513-B-C variant provides a high-speed USB Type-C port on the front I/O for fast data transfer and mobile device charging.
Detailed specifications:
- Motherboard Compatibility: ATX (up to 12" x 11"), Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
- Drive Bays: 1 x 5.25" (External), 2 x 3.5" (Internal), 4 x 2.5" (Internal)
- Cooling Support: Front (2 x 120mm/140mm), Top (2 x 120mm/140mm), Rear (1 x 120mm pre-installed)
- Radiator Support: Front (120mm, 140mm, 240mm, 280mm), Rear (120mm)
- Maximum Clearances: CPU Cooler height 161.5mm, GPU length 390mm, PSU depth 186mm
- Dimensions: 204mm (W) x 452mm (H) x 438.3mm (D); 40.4 Liters
Building in the FARA 513 is a streamlined experience thanks to its generous internal volume and thoughtful layout. The 390mm of horizontal clearance for graphics cards means even the most robust GPUs fit with room to spare for front-mounted fans. For cooling, the ability to mount a 280mm radiator in the front allows for efficient CPU or GPU liquid cooling setups. The inclusion of a pre-installed 120mm rear exhaust fan provides immediate out-of-the-box airflow, while the mesh front panel acts as a natural filter that is easy to maintain while maximizing air throughput.
Compared to standard mid-tower cases that often prioritize tempered glass over airflow, the FARA 513 focuses on thermal efficiency and hardware longevity. While many modern cases have completely removed 5.25-inch bays to save space, SilverStone has managed to include one while still maintaining a compact 40.4-liter footprint. This makes it more versatile than the FARA R1 series for users needing legacy support, while offering superior GPU clearance compared to many entry-level office chassis.
Q&A:
- Does the SilverStone FARA 513 support USB Type-C? The SST-FA513-B-C model includes one USB Type-C port on the front I/O panel, while the standard SST-FA513-B model features USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 ports.
- What is the maximum CPU cooler height for this case? The case supports air coolers up to 161.5mm in height, which covers most popular tower coolers.
- Can I install a 280mm liquid cooler in the FARA 513? Yes, the front panel supports radiators up to 280mm, providing excellent cooling potential for high-TDP processors.
- How many hard drives can be installed? The chassis supports a flexible storage array consisting of up to two 3.5-inch hard drives and four 2.5-inch solid-state drives.
- Does this case come with pre-installed fans? Yes, the FARA 513 comes with one 120mm black fan pre-installed in the rear position to assist with heat exhaustion.
