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be quiet! Light Base 900 vs NZXT H9 Elite: Comparison
be quiet! Light Base 900 and NZXT H9 Elite separate most on included fans: be quiet! Light Base 900 at 4, NZXT H9 Elite at 3, 25% in favour of be quiet! Light Base 900.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | be quiet! | NZXT |
| Motherboard Support | E-ATX, XL-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX | ATX, mATX, ITX |
| Case Type | Full-Tower | Mid-Tower |
| Model | Light Base 900 FX | H9 Elite |
| Panel Type | Tempered glass side and front | Wraparound tempered glass, dual-chamber |
| GPU Clearance | 495 mm | 435-12% |
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 190 mm | 165-13% |
| Included Fans | 4 | 3-25% |
| Front USB-C | Yes | true |
| Dimensions | 532 x 327 x 465mm (L x W x H, excl. stands) | 460 x 230 x 480mm |
Price comparison
| Retailer | be quiet! Light Base 900 | NZXT H9 Elite |
|---|---|---|
| be quiet! | View on be quiet! | |
| NZXT | View on NZXT | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg |
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Verdict
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.
NZXT H9 Elite
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The RGB-and-glass version of an already-good case, priced fairly for what's included.