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ASUS Prime AP201 vs be quiet! Shadow Base 800: Comparison
ASUS Prime AP201 and be quiet! Shadow Base 800 separate most on included fans: ASUS Prime AP201 at 1, be quiet! Shadow Base 800 at 3, 67% in favour of be quiet! Shadow Base 800. GPU Clearance splits them by another 21%, again favouring be quiet! Shadow Base 800. They match on 5 other specifications, including front usb-c, max radiator rear and 2.5in bays.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS | be quiet! |
| Motherboard Support | Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX | E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Case Type | Micro-ATX Tower | Mid-Tower |
| Model | Prime AP201 | Shadow Base 800 |
| Panel Type | Mesh quasi-filter side panels (tool-free), mesh front | Tempered glass window side panel, open mesh front and top |
| GPU Clearance | 338 mm-21% | 430 mm |
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 170 mm-6% | 180 mm |
| Included Fans | 1-67% | 3 |
| Case Volume | 33 L | 62.74 L |
| Front USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Max Motherboard Size | Micro-ATX | E-ATX |
| PSU Max Length | 180 mm | 305 mm |
| Max Radiator Top | 360 mm | 420 mm |
| Max Radiator Rear | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Included Fan Count | 1 | 3 |
| 2.5in Bays | 4 | 4 |
| 3.5in Bays | 3 | 2 |
| Expansion Slots | 4 | 7 |
| 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) | 550 x 247 x 503mm (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/4478 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | ASUS Prime AP201 | be quiet! Shadow Base 800 |
|---|---|---|
| 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! Shadow Base 800
8.5 / 10 Expert Rating
The best quiet-focused case in be quiet!'s lineup for anyone who also wants serious radiator support, without paying flagship Dark Base Pro pricing.