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ASUS Prime AP201 vs be quiet! Dark Base 901: Comparison
ASUS Prime AP201 and be quiet! Dark Base 901 separate most on included fans: ASUS Prime AP201 at 1, be quiet! Dark Base 901 at 3, 67% in favour of be quiet! Dark Base 901.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS | be quiet! |
| Motherboard Support | Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX | E-ATX, ATX, mATX, ITX |
| Case Type | Micro-ATX Tower | Full-Tower |
| Model | Prime AP201 | Dark Base 901 |
| Panel Type | Mesh quasi-filter side panels (tool-free), mesh front | Tempered glass, tool-free removable |
| GPU Clearance | 338 mm-28% | 470 |
| Typical Price | 70 | 210 |
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 170 mm-13% | 195 |
| Included Fans | 1-67% | 3 |
| Front USB-C | Yes | true |
| Dimensions | 460 x 205 x 350mm (D x W x H) | 547 x 240 x 522mm |
Price comparison
| Retailer | ASUS Prime AP201 | be quiet! Dark Base 901 |
|---|---|---|
| be quiet! | View on be quiet! | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg |
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Verdict
ASUS Prime AP201
8.5 / 10 Expert Rating
360mm radiator support and full-length GPU clearance in a 33-liter budget case.
be quiet! Dark Base 901
8.5 / 10 Expert Rating
Nearly all of the Dark Base Pro 901 experience for less money, with genuinely quiet stock fans.