CanaKit Pi 5 Case for Raspberry Pi 5 with MEGA Heat Sink and Active Cooling - Turbine Black

This kit is super easy to install a Pi in. It keeps things cool as a cucumber and I love that the fan speed is not too loud. I use this for some homebrew stuff, so its hidden in a closet somewhere, but this kit looks soo good it could sit on a desk and not look out of place. IT is plastic, so it doesnt have a nice metal machine finish if thats what youre going for, but overall its a nice little enclosure for the price!

TL/DR: if you're installing a Pi 5 and don't plan to regularly handle the Pi (e.g. for experimenting with GPIO or the camera) but rather just have it sitting out of the way being a computer, this is a great case. Installation is not that hard. There are no screws, everything snaps together or sticks. The fan snaps to the lid (think about where you want the fan cable to go). The cooler has thermal pads already glued in place. Just remove the film covering them (very easy thanks to the film being oversized), align the cooler, and press down. The Pi slides into the bottom of the case. The bottom snaps into the case which then holds the Pi in place. Connect the fan to the Pi. Snap on the lid with fan. Insert SD card, connect display, keyboard, power, and you're all set. This can easily be done in a few minutes with no screwdriver in sight. The lever that pushes the power button is a bit stiff but that's not a bad thing. The fan is very quiet. There is room between the lid and the rest of the case to bring IO cables out. The case is plastic so there is nothing to impede a WiFi signal. The case has markings for HDMI 0 and 1 so you don't have to guess which HDMI connection to use for a single monitor (not sure it matters anymore - at one time there were issues with HDMI 1 being used as single monitor connection). And finally, there are 2 screw holes in the bottom of the case that you could use to wall-mount the Pi if you're so inclined. What don't I like about this case (personally)? A few things. The bottom of the case does not sit tightly into the rest of the case. If it will be manipulated from time to time, it can definitely come out unintentionally. The cooler gets stuck on rather than using the screw holes the Pi 5 has for that purpose. If you have to remove it later, you will likely need to clean up glue and possibly pad material from those chips and the cooler, and replace the pads. Pulling the SD card using the opening provided is quite tricky (inserting was easy enough). Considering how easily the bottom comes out, it may be easier to temporarily remove the Pi to pull the card.

This is a decent active-cooled case that is easy to assemble. I am going to switch to a different case because I'll be using a NVMe bottom hat. I think if you get a Pi 5 you should probably run it off NVMe SSD over MicroSD, even if you setup log2ram. The performance boost is significant with minimum cost increase. The pi5 in this case runs around 54-56ºC constantly while mostly idle (>99% idle per sar), I only run pi-hole and unbound on this pi so it's not a ton of cycles. I think this is about how hot the Pi 5 runs in general, the fan is on very low and quiet most of the times. Overall i like this case, I just wish it would accommodate NVMe top and bottom hats better.

The CanaKit Pi 5 Case for Raspberry Pi 5 is a premium accessory designed to enhance the performance and longevity of your Raspberry Pi 5 device. Featuring a sleek Turbine Black design, this case is not only aesthetically pleasing but also packed with practical features that cater to the needs of tech enthusiasts and hobbyists alike. The CanaKit Pi 5 Case comes equipped with a MEGA Heat Sink that efficiently dissipates heat generated by the Raspberry Pi 5, ensuring optimal performance during intensive tasks and extended usage periods. In addition to the heat sink, this case also includes an Active Cooling Fan that further enhances thermal management, preventing overheating and maintaining a stable operating temperature for your device. Constructed from high-quality materials, this case provides robust protection for your Raspberry Pi 5, safeguarding it against dust, dirt, and accidental damage while maintaining accessibility to all ports and components. I appreciate the inclusion of the heat sink and fan in the CanaKit Pi 5 Case. These features have significantly improved the thermal performance of my Raspberry Pi 5, allowing me to push its limits without worrying about overheating issues. The easy installation process and durable construction further add to the appeal of this case, making it a must-have accessory for anyone looking to optimize their Raspberry Pi 5 experience. In conclusion, the CanaKit Pi 5 Case for Raspberry Pi 5 is a highly recommended accessory for enthusiasts and professionals seeking to enhance the performance and reliability of their Raspberry Pi 5 device. With its superior thermal management capabilities, durable construction, and sleek design, this case offers a perfect balance of functionality and aesthetics, making it a valuable addition to any Raspberry Pi 5 setup.

I usually go more for passive cooled hunks of aluminum but I am doing quite a bit on my Pi and thought active cooling may be more appropriate. This case does come with everything - case, fan, heatsink, and thermally conductive pads. CanaKit is pretty well known for making Pi products and this is a nice setup. It comes well-packaged and has everything you need. I definitely like the small gaps at the top so you can feed GPIO wiring out of it if necessary. Another nice part is the reset switch on the end is not just a simple hole exposing the switch, it has a plastic arm molded into the case for easier resetting. I really like that it is a completely tooless design. Everything either snaps or sticks together. Even the attention to small details like the orientation of the thermal pads to the 45 degree alignment of the ethernet chip shows this is not just a random design. It's a well engineered kit. It is working great with my Pi 5 and the temp is running about 4 degrees cooler than it was when I was using passive cooling only. Solid buy from a solid company.

Amazing service! Initially, I had an issue with the heat sink, but they improved the design and replaced it for me. The redesigned unit is running way cooler (literally 10 degrees cooler than the previous unit). They went the extra mile to improve the product and make sure I was happy!

Super easy to put together and set up, but it is a little loose fitting so don’t be picking it up from the lid. Under normal fan control, the fan is very quiet! With temps being reasonable. It is handling my pi 5 at 2.4, never throttled while stressing, sat around 75 max. But sits around 60-65 during normal use. Idle temps 40-50C Stress [email protected] 70-76 One thing I do really like is that the heatsink contacts every chip on the board, not just the cpu/ram. That being said, this won’t be the best thermally performing case. The things holding this case/heatsink back is the lack of hold downs for the heat sink. If they would have used the same holes that the official active cooler uses I think the thermals would greatly improve. I also believe that thermals would improve with some grills for air to escape. If they added those two things and make the case snap together more firmly it would be 5/5 for me. Edit: -1 more star. This case/heatsink combo just can’t keep up with 24/7 maxed out workloads. You’ll be hitting 80C with sustained heavy loads even with the supplied fan at 100%. I feel like the thermal pads have become almost rock hard transferring almost no heat to the heatsink. Edit 2: if anyone has this case and wants a better thermal experience. The argon thermal 30mm heatsink fits (lid closes) with a 30x30x7mm fan at the top still (DuPont connectors) This combination keeps the cpu under 65C overclocked and near inaudible. Canakit really needs to improve the heatsink that comes with this kit!!!