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be quiet! Silent Base 802 vs Phanteks P400A: Comparison
be quiet! Silent Base 802 and Phanteks P400A differ on panel type: be quiet! Silent Base 802 at Steel sound-dampened side panels, sound-dampened front, Phanteks P400A at Mesh front panel, tempered glass side. They match on motherboard support, case type and included fans.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Motherboard Support | E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX | E-ATX, 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 | 420-3% |
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 185 mm | 160-14% |
| Included Fans | 3 | 3 |
| Radiator Support | Front 420mm, top 360mm, rear 140mm | Front 360mm, Top 240mm |
| Front USB-C | Yes | false |
Price comparison
| Retailer | be quiet! Silent Base 802 | Phanteks P400A |
|---|---|---|
| Phanteks | View on Phanteks |
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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.
Phanteks P400A
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A dated but still capable budget mesh case; worth buying only if it's discounted below current-generation alternatives like the XT Pro.