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be quiet! Pure Base 501 vs Fractal Design Meshify C: Comparison
be quiet! Pure Base 501 and Fractal Design Meshify C differ on panel type: be quiet! Pure Base 501 at Steel side panel, solid front with sound-dampening mats, Fractal Design Meshify C at Angular mesh front, tempered glass side. They match on motherboard support, case type and included fans.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Motherboard Support | ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX | ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Case Type | Mid-Tower | Mid-Tower |
| Panel Type | Steel side panel, solid front with sound-dampening mats | Angular mesh front, tempered glass side |
| GPU Clearance | 368 mm | 315-14% |
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 178 mm | 172-3% |
| Included Fans | 2 | 2 |
| Radiator Support | Front 360mm, top 240mm, rear 140mm | Front 240mm, Top 240mm, Rear 120mm |
| Front USB-C | Yes | false |
Price comparison
| Retailer | be quiet! Pure Base 501 | Fractal Design Meshify C |
|---|---|---|
| be quiet! | View on be quiet! | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg | |
| Fractal Design | View on Fractal Design |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
be quiet! Pure Base 501
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid, unfussy silent case for people who want lower noise more than they want RGB or max airflow.
Fractal Design Meshify C
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
Still a solid budget-to-midrange pick if you can find it cheap, but the lack of front USB-C is a real limitation in 2026.