Fractal Design Core 1000 Micro-ATX Mini Tower PC Case Black

Compact Design with Excellent Airflow and Hardware Compatibility

The Fractal Design Core 1000 is a compact Micro-ATX mini tower case designed to deliver efficient cooling, flexible storage support and excellent hardware compatibility in a space-saving form factor. Featuring a clean mesh front panel for unrestricted airflow, USB 3.0 connectivity and support for long graphics cards up to 350mm, it provides an ideal foundation for budget gaming PCs, home office systems and compact workstation builds.

Despite its modest footprint, the Core 1000 includes versatile drive mounting options, multiple fan positions and Fractal Design's signature focus on practicality and build quality.

Key Features & Benefits

Compact Micro-ATX Form Factor

Designed for users who want powerful hardware in a smaller footprint.

Benefits Include:

• Space-saving design
• Suitable for desks and smaller workspaces
• Lightweight construction
• Easy installation and transport

Perfect for gaming systems, office PCs and home servers.

High-Airflow Mesh Front Panel

The front panel is engineered to maximise airflow while maintaining a clean appearance.

Airflow Features:

• Full mesh front intake
• Improved component cooling
• Unrestricted airflow path
• Built-in front dust filtration

Helping maintain lower system temperatures during operation.

Included Silent Series R2 Fan

The Core 1000 comes equipped with a pre-installed Fractal Design cooling fan.

Included Cooling:

• 1 × 120mm Silent Series R2 Front Fan

Providing efficient airflow straight out of the box.

Expandable Cooling Support

Additional fan mounting positions allow users to improve airflow as needed.

Fan Locations

Front

• 1 × 120mm (Included)

Rear

• 1 × 92mm

Side Panel

• 1 × 120mm

Maximum Fan Support

• Up to 3 Fans Total

Allowing flexible cooling configurations for gaming and productivity systems.

Support for Long Graphics Cards

Despite its compact size, the Core 1000 accommodates many modern graphics cards.

GPU Compatibility:

• Up to 350mm GPU Length with One Drive Installed
• Up to 210mm GPU Length with Multiple Drive Installations

Ideal for compact gaming PC builds.

Versatile Storage Configurations

The innovative storage system supports multiple SSD and HDD combinations.

Supported Configurations:

• Up to 2 × 3.5" Hard Drives
• Up to 3 × 2.5" SSDs
• 1 × 3.5" HDD + 1 × 2.5" SSD Combination

Offering flexibility for storage-focused systems.

Innovative Vertical Drive Mounting

Storage devices are mounted vertically using anti-vibration technology.

Benefits Include:

• Improved space efficiency
• Reduced drive vibration
• Cleaner interior layout
• Easier component access

Helping maximise internal space within the compact chassis.

Optical Drive Support

Unlike many modern cases, the Core 1000 retains support for optical drives.

Drive Bay Support:

• 2 × 5.25" Optical Drive Bays
• 1 × Floppy Drive Position via Included Converter

Ideal for users requiring legacy hardware compatibility.

Front USB Connectivity

Convenient access to essential ports and controls.

Front I/O Includes:

• 1 × USB 3.0
• 1 × USB 2.0
• 1 × Microphone Jack
• 1 × Headphone Jack
• Power Button
• Reset Button
• Activity LEDs

Providing practical connectivity for everyday use.

Dust Filter Protection

An integrated dust filter helps keep the interior cleaner.

Dust Filtering:

• Front Fan Dust Filter

Helping reduce dust accumulation and simplify maintenance.

ATX Power Supply Compatibility

Supports standard ATX power supplies for broad component compatibility.

PSU Support:

• Standard ATX PSU
• Maximum PSU Length: 185mm (with optical drive installed)

Giving builders a wide range of power supply choices.

Compatible with Popular Motherboard Formats

Support for multiple motherboard sizes increases build flexibility.

Motherboard Compatibility:

• Micro-ATX
• Mini-ITX
• DTX

Suitable for compact gaming and general-purpose systems.

Ideal For

✅ Budget Gaming PCs
✅ Compact Office Systems
✅ Home Workstations
✅ Entry-Level Gaming Builds
✅ Home Server Projects
✅ Legacy Optical Drive Users
✅ Small Form Factor Enthusiasts
✅ Everyday Computing PCs

Technical Specifications

General

• Brand: Fractal Design
• Model: Core 1000
• Colour: Black
• Form Factor: Mini Tower

Motherboard Compatibility

• Micro-ATX
• Mini-ITX
• DTX

Drive Support

• Up to 2 × 3.5" HDDs
• Up to 3 × 2.5" SSDs
• Mixed HDD/SSD Configurations Supported

External Bays

• 2 × 5.25" Bays
• 1 × Floppy Drive Position (Adapter Included)

Expansion Slots

• 4

Included Fans

• 1 × 120mm Silent Series R2 Front Fan

Fan Support

• Front: 1 × 120mm
• Rear: 1 × 92mm
• Side: 1 × 120mm

Dust Filters

• Front Dust Filter

Hardware Compatibility

Maximum GPU Length

• 350mm (Single Drive Configuration)
• 210mm (Multiple Drives Installed)

Maximum CPU Cooler Height

• 148mm

Maximum PSU Length

• 185mm

Front I/O

• 1 × USB 3.0
• 1 × USB 2.0
• Audio In
• Audio Out
• Power Button
• Reset Button

Dimensions

• 175 × 355 × 420 mm

Volume

• 26.1 Litres

Weight

• 4.1kg

Warranty

• 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty

What's in the Box?

• Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 Case
• Accessory Box
• User Manual
• FDD Drive Bay Converter

Why Choose the Fractal Design Core 1000?

The Fractal Design Core 1000 is an excellent choice for builders seeking a compact, affordable and highly functional PC case. Featuring a high-airflow mesh front panel, USB 3.0 connectivity, support for 350mm graphics cards, and flexible storage options, it offers impressive capability within a small Micro-ATX footprint. Combined with Fractal Design's practical internal layout, quiet included cooling fan and support for optical drives, the Core 1000 remains a versatile solution for gaming, office and general-purpose PC builds.