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be quiet! Silent Base 802 vs Corsair 2500X: Comparison
be quiet! Silent Base 802 and Corsair 2500X differ on motherboard support: be quiet! Silent Base 802 at E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX, Corsair 2500X at ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Motherboard Support | E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX | ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Case Type | Mid-Tower | SFF / Mini-ITX |
| Panel Type | Steel sound-dampened side panels, sound-dampened front | Tempered glass front and side |
| GPU Clearance | 432 mm | 340-21% |
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 185 mm | 170-8% |
| Included Fans | 3 | 3 |
| Radiator Support | Front 420mm, top 360mm, rear 140mm | Top 280mm, Front 240mm |
| Front USB-C | Yes | true |
Price comparison
| Retailer | be quiet! Silent Base 802 | Corsair 2500X |
|---|---|---|
| Corsair | View on Corsair |
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Verdict
be quiet! Silent Base 802
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The pick when noise matters most, with an honest airflow tradeoff that high-TDP builds should take seriously.
Corsair 2500X
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A strong pick if you want O11-style dual-chamber looks on a smaller desk without giving up full ATX support.