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be quiet! Pure Base 501 vs Hyte Y40: Comparison
be quiet! Pure Base 501 and Hyte Y40 separate most on included fans: be quiet! Pure Base 501 at 2, Hyte Y40 at 3, 33% in favour of Hyte Y40.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | be quiet! | Hyte |
| Motherboard Support | ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX | ATX, mATX, ITX |
| Case Type | Mid-Tower | Mid-Tower |
| Model | Pure Base 501 | Y40 |
| Panel Type | Steel side panel, solid front with sound-dampening mats | Panoramic tempered glass, dual-chamber |
| GPU Clearance | 368 mm-2% | 375 |
| Typical Price | 90 | 150 |
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 178 mm | 170-4% |
| Included Fans | 2-33% | 3 |
| Radiator Support | Front 360mm, top 240mm, rear 140mm | Front up to 360mm, top up to 240mm |
| Front USB-C | Yes | true |
| Dimensions | 450 x 231 x 449mm (L x W x H, excl. stands) | 432 x 216 x 465mm |
Price comparison
| Retailer | be quiet! Pure Base 501 | Hyte Y40 |
|---|---|---|
| be quiet! | View on be quiet! | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg | View on Newegg |
| Hyte | View on Hyte |
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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.
Hyte Y40
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
The right call if you want the Hyte panoramic look without the Y60/Y70's bulk.