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ASUS Prime AP201 vs be quiet! Light Base 900: Comparison
ASUS Prime AP201 and be quiet! Light Base 900 separate most on included fans: ASUS Prime AP201 at 1, be quiet! Light Base 900 at 4, 75% in favour of be quiet! Light Base 900. GPU Clearance splits them by another 32%, again favouring be quiet! Light Base 900. They match on 4 other specifications, including front usb-c, 2.5in bays and front usb-c spec.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS | be quiet! |
| Motherboard Support | Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX | E-ATX, XL-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Case Type | Micro-ATX Tower | Full-Tower |
| Model | Prime AP201 | Light Base 900 FX |
| Panel Type | Mesh quasi-filter side panels (tool-free), mesh front | Tempered glass side and front |
| GPU Clearance | 338 mm-32% | 495 mm |
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 170 mm-11% | 190 mm |
| Included Fans | 1-75% | 4 |
| Case Volume | 33 L | 68 L |
| Front USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Max Motherboard Size | Micro-ATX | E-ATX |
| PSU Max Length | 180 mm | 225 mm |
| Max Radiator Top | 360 mm | 420 mm |
| Included Fan Count | 1 | 4 |
| 2.5in Bays | 4 | 4 |
| 3.5in Bays | 3 | 1 |
| Expansion Slots | 4 | 8 |
| Side Panel Material | Mesh | Tempered Glass |
| Front USB-C Spec | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
| Front USB-A Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Dimensions | 460 x 205 x 350mm (D x W x H) | 532 x 327 x 465mm (L x W x H, excl. stands) |
| Source URL | https://www.asus.com/motherboards-components/cases/prime/asus-prime-ap201-microatx-case/techspec/ | https://www.bequiet.com/en/case/5290 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | ASUS Prime AP201 | be quiet! Light Base 900 |
|---|---|---|
| be quiet! | View on be quiet! |
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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! Light Base 900
8.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A great full-tower for anyone who wants Dark Base Pro-level capacity with a brighter, glass-forward look at a lower price.