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be quiet! Silent Base 802 vs Montech X3 Mesh: Comparison
be quiet! Silent Base 802 and Montech X3 Mesh differ on motherboard support: be quiet! Silent Base 802 at E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX, Montech X3 Mesh at ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX. They match on case type and included fans.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Motherboard Support | E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX | ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Case Type | Mid-Tower | Mid-Tower |
| Panel Type | Steel sound-dampened side panels, sound-dampened front | Mesh front panel, tempered glass side |
| GPU Clearance | 432 mm | 335-22% |
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 185 mm | 160-14% |
| Included Fans | 3 | 3 |
| Radiator Support | Front 420mm, top 360mm, rear 140mm | Front 240mm, Top 240mm |
| Front USB-C | Yes | true |
Price comparison
| Retailer | be quiet! Silent Base 802 | Montech X3 Mesh |
|---|---|---|
| Montech | View on Montech |
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! 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.
Montech X3 Mesh
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely solid budget pick if you want three ARGB fans and USB-C without spending much, but not built for large GPUs or big radiators.