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be quiet! Dark Base 901 vs Lian Li Lancool 216: Comparison
be quiet! Dark Base 901 and Lian Li Lancool 216 differ on motherboard support: be quiet! Dark Base 901 at E-ATX, ATX, mATX, ITX, Lian Li Lancool 216 at ATX, mATX, ITX.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | be quiet! | Lian Li |
| Motherboard Support | E-ATX, ATX, mATX, ITX | ATX, mATX, ITX |
| Case Type | Full-Tower | Mid-Tower |
| Model | Dark Base 901 | Lancool 216 |
| Panel Type | Tempered glass, tool-free removable | Tempered glass |
| Typical Price | 210 | 100 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | be quiet! Dark Base 901 | Lian Li Lancool 216 |
|---|---|---|
| be quiet! | View on be quiet! | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg |
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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.
Lian Li Lancool 216
8.5 / 10 Expert Rating
Strong thermals from large included fans at a genuinely low price.




