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Cooler Master NR600 vs SilverStone Fara B1: Comparison
Cooler Master NR600 vs SilverStone Fara B1 included fans compared
The gap that matters here is included fans: Cooler Master NR600 2 against SilverStone Fara B1 1, which puts Cooler Master NR600 50% ahead. There is a split on case volume as well, 34 L on the Cooler Master NR600 versus 38 L on the SilverStone Fara B1. Colour is not the same on both, Black on the Cooler Master NR600 versus Black, White on the SilverStone Fara B1.
Which should you buy, Cooler Master NR600 or SilverStone Fara B1?
Buy the Cooler Master NR600 for budget Micro-ATX builds and 240mm AIO gaming PCs on a tight budget, though it is not the pick for anyone who wants front-panel USB-C and full ATX or E-ATX motherboards. The SilverStone Fara B1 is the one to take for the tightest-budget ATX builds and builders who already own spare case fans, though it is the wrong buy for anyone who wants fans included out of the box and front USB-C requirements. Our rating of the Cooler Master NR600 (7/10): A solid budget Micro-ATX case if front USB-C isn't a priority; step up to the Prime AP201 if it is. Our rating of the SilverStone Fara B1 (6.5/10): A perfectly serviceable budget case if you add your own fans, but not competitive against similarly priced cases that already include ARGB fans.
Where the two are identical
Everything else lines up. Gpu clearance, radiator support, drive bays and front usb-c read the same on both, so those are not worth weighing.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Cooler Master NR600 and SilverStone Fara B1 differ on cpu cooler clearance?
Yes. CPU Cooler Clearance reads 165 mm on the Cooler Master NR600 versus 160 mm on the SilverStone Fara B1.
Specs and benchmarks
Motherboard Support
- Cooler Master NR600
- Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
- SilverStone Fara B1
- ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
Case Type
- Cooler Master NR600
- Micro-ATX Tower
- SilverStone Fara B1
- Mid-Tower
Panel Type
- Cooler Master NR600
- Mesh front panel, acrylic side window
- SilverStone Fara B1
- Mesh front panel, tempered glass side
GPU Clearance
- Cooler Master NR600
- 330 mm
- SilverStone Fara B1
- 330 mm
CPU Cooler Clearance
- Cooler Master NR600
- 165 mmBest
- SilverStone Fara B1
- 160 mm-3%
Included Fans
- Cooler Master NR600
- 2Best
- SilverStone Fara B1
- 1-50%
Radiator Support
- Cooler Master NR600
- Front 240mm, Top 240mm
- SilverStone Fara B1
- Front 240mm, Top 240mm
Case Volume
- Cooler Master NR600
- 34 L
- SilverStone Fara B1
- 38 L
Front USB-C
- Cooler Master NR600
- No
- SilverStone Fara B1
- No
Colour
- Cooler Master NR600
- Black
- SilverStone Fara B1
- Black, White
Drive Bays
- Cooler Master NR600
- 2x 3.5-inch, 2x 2.5-inch
- SilverStone Fara B1
- 2x 3.5-inch, 2x 2.5-inch
Which one should you pick?
Choose Cooler Master NR600 if you want the higher GPU clearance (330 mm vs 330 mm), the higher CPU cooler clearance (165 mm vs 160 mm) and the higher included fans (2 vs 1).
Choose SilverStone Fara B1 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | Cooler Master NR600 | SilverStone Fara B1 |
|---|---|---|
| Cooler Master Store | View on Cooler Master Store | |
| SilverStone | View on SilverStone |
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
Cooler Master NR600
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid budget Micro-ATX case if front USB-C isn't a priority; step up to the Prime AP201 if it is.
SilverStone Fara B1
6.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A perfectly serviceable budget case if you add your own fans, but not competitive against similarly priced cases that already include ARGB fans.