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Antec P20C vs SilverStone Fara B1: Comparison
Antec P20C vs SilverStone Fara B1: the included fans difference
Start with included fans, because it is the widest measured gap between them: Antec P20C 3 against SilverStone Fara B1 1, 67% in favour of Antec P20C. Gpu clearance runs the same way, 375 mm on the Antec P20C versus 330 mm on the SilverStone Fara B1, another win for Antec P20C. Motherboard support is not the same on both, E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX on the Antec P20C versus ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX on the SilverStone Fara B1. There is a split on panel type as well, Tempered glass side, mesh front on the Antec P20C versus Mesh front panel, tempered glass side on the SilverStone Fara B1. They differ on front usb-c too, Yes on the Antec P20C versus No on the SilverStone Fara B1.
Who each one is for
The Antec P20C is the one to take for tight-budget builds and airflow-first builds under $600 total, though it is the wrong buy for E-ATX motherboards and showcase RGB aesthetics. Buy the SilverStone Fara B1 for the tightest-budget ATX builds and builders who already own spare case fans, though it is not the pick for anyone who wants fans included out of the box and front USB-C requirements. Our rating of the Antec P20C (7.5/10): the cheapest genuinely good mesh airflow case in our catalog, no meaningful corners cut for the price. Our rating of the SilverStone Fara B1 (6.5/10): A perfectly serviceable budget case if you add your own fans, but not competitive against similarly priced cases that already include ARGB fans.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Antec P20C and SilverStone Fara B1 differ on cpu cooler clearance?
Yes. CPU Cooler Clearance reads 170 mm on the Antec P20C versus 160 mm on the SilverStone Fara B1.
Is the Case Type the same on the Antec P20C and SilverStone Fara B1?
It is. Both are listed at Mid-Tower, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Motherboard Support
- Antec P20C
- E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
- SilverStone Fara B1
- ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
Case Type
- Antec P20C
- Mid-Tower
- SilverStone Fara B1
- Mid-Tower
Panel Type
- Antec P20C
- Tempered glass side, mesh front
- SilverStone Fara B1
- Mesh front panel, tempered glass side
GPU Clearance
- Antec P20C
- 375 mmBest
- SilverStone Fara B1
- 330 mm-12%
CPU Cooler Clearance
- Antec P20C
- 170 mmBest
- SilverStone Fara B1
- 160 mm-6%
Included Fans
- Antec P20C
- 3Best
- SilverStone Fara B1
- 1-67%
Radiator Support
- Antec P20C
- Front up to 360mm, top up to 360mm, rear 120mm
- SilverStone Fara B1
- Front 240mm, Top 240mm
Front USB-C
- Antec P20C
- Yes
- SilverStone Fara B1
- No
Which one should you pick?
Choose Antec P20C if you want the higher GPU clearance (375 mm vs 330 mm), the higher CPU cooler clearance (170 mm vs 160 mm) and the higher included fans (3 vs 1).
Choose SilverStone Fara B1 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | Antec P20C | SilverStone Fara B1 |
|---|---|---|
| Antec | $70.00 View on Antec | |
| SilverStone | View on SilverStone |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
Antec P20C
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
The cheapest genuinely good mesh airflow case in our catalog, no meaningful corners cut for the price.
SilverStone Fara B1
6.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A perfectly serviceable budget case if you add your own fans, but not competitive against similarly priced cases that already include ARGB fans.