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be quiet! Dark Base 901 vs Corsair 6500X: Comparison
be quiet! Dark Base 901 and Corsair 6500X separate most on cpu cooler clearance: be quiet! Dark Base 901 at 195, Corsair 6500X at 190, 3% in favour of be quiet! Dark Base 901. They match on 6 other specifications, including motherboard support, case type and gpu clearance.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | be quiet! | Corsair |
| Motherboard Support | E-ATX, ATX, mATX, ITX | E-ATX, ATX, mATX, ITX |
| Case Type | Full-Tower | Full-Tower |
| Model | Dark Base 901 | 6500X |
| Panel Type | Tempered glass, tool-free removable | Panoramic tempered glass, dual-chamber |
| GPU Clearance | 470 | 470 |
| Typical Price | 210 | 220 |
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 195 | 190-3% |
| Included Fans | 3 | 3 |
| Radiator Support | Front up to 420mm, top up to 420mm | Front up to 420mm, top up to 420mm |
| Front USB-C | true | true |
| Dimensions | 547 x 240 x 522mm | 523 x 240 x 508mm |
Price comparison
| Retailer | be quiet! Dark Base 901 | Corsair 6500X |
|---|---|---|
| be quiet! | View on be quiet! | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg | View on Newegg |
| Corsair | View on Corsair |
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Verdict
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.
Corsair 6500X
8.5 / 10 Expert Rating
Corsair's flagship showcase case right now, with the dual-chamber cable hiding and radiator room to match its size.