BeQuiet Dark Base Pro 901 - Their Ultimate Case - Full Indepth Review

[@ZZUtopia]

The review I've been waiting for!

[@feeterican]

FINALLY, A BAD ASS CASE WITH A 5.25" BAY. NOW I'M INTERESTED!!!

[@m.g.debruin8294]

I have my Aqua-Computer Aquaero Pro fan controller in the 5.25 bay.The best Fan hubs of the world look badass i can change everything on the software or manual Grandpa@m0rianne

[@deltafx00]

totally agree about 5.25 bay .about time ..not every one wants pretty lights on a case give me more drive bays

[@LEMON48]

@@deltafx00 Phanteks Anthoo Pro - 3 x 5,25 '' bay's 👍😜

[@Electraflare198]

man I'm excited for a case. definitely excited about the 5.25. This channel is way underrated. Videos are top notch quality, no frills, just the important info in a great presentation.

[@stevemcintyre6020]

Just bought this from SCAN for a new PC Build its quite heavy from out the box without anything in it. Well made top notch quality .And a wireless charger for phones built in. I think its just about perfect. Can't wait to get started.

[@DVTHEFOX]

Think ya could make a short vid of the fans going from 1 to 5 speed , giving 10 secs per speed, to see how they sound like, please?

[@ryandraj]

This is a great review. Thank you!

[@Excalabur50]

Really good review Guv, nice to have a cup of tea and cup of coffee length video!

[@bazassaminoteii8225]

Nice upgrade from their predecessors 👏🏿👍🏿

[@RazgovorIsDialog]

DBP 900 rev.2 owner here. The older brother of the 901 has served me incredibly well thus far, so no regrets there. The only issue I have, is the shattering of the tempered glass while cleaning the case thoroughly. The case reached EoL and I can't find a replacement side panel for it. I'm considering decommissioning the 900 and getting the 901, as it looks like a worthy replacement.

[@marekmagdziak5916]

I always enjoy your videos, keep up the good work mate and all the best!

[@cristianroth8524]

That 5.25' drive bay is exactly why I love (and need) this case. Thermaltake X71 is out of stock and Caselabs are barely getting back on their feet, so no SMA8 anytime soon. Also, since you reviewed every single aspect of this case, do you have any idea if there's still room for the optical drive with three 140mm fans mounted in the front? Edit: the only thing it misses is a hinged panel, but hey, that's not impossible to do on my own. This case is worth every penny.

[@v-for-victory]

Very cool review. Still confused if I rather should buy the Shadow Base 800 or this beast. Going for AIO, AM5 and RTX 4090 build.

[@Toutvids]

Yep, I will be getting this case and the main reasons are the qi charger and a 5.25" drive so I can put my DVD burner back in my computer. Basically no one makes a modern case with 5.25" bays anymore. I do wish they would make the side panels with glass windows rather than a whole side of glass. It adds so much weight and usually shows too much of the internals. I miss the days of cool shaped windows in side panels. Even just a mesh side panel with a small window would be perfect. It was one of the reasons the old HAF 932 case was so popular back in the day.

[@r0tb3rt]

Saw your review and bought it today. Thanks for the excellent video and review!

[@DVTHEFOX]

How is it performing so far?. Any issues with the fan/RGB controls at the front panel?. Used to not have a Reset nor HDD LED light? Was considering getting one but the prices over here in Spain by third party shops on Amazon etc has it above the original 319€ price (340-360) Also, wich PSU ya using?

[@r0tb3rt]

@@DVTHEFOX Hey, sorry for the late answer. So far no issues at all with the controlls at the front panel, but I also don´t really use them much. to be honest. The price is steep yes but it depends on what you plan to install. Never had any issues when building my rig but I will switch to the new Asus PA602 by the end of the month when I build my new rig anmd the DBP will become the base of my server.

[@SuperHATCH11]

You just made me buy one, great video review.

[@DVTHEFOX]

Think ya could make a short vid of the fans going from 1 to 5 speed , giving 10 secs per speed, to see how they sound like, please?

[@ralph_1802]

What is needed is the 701 with wireless charger. Then I will replace my 700 case. Great breakdown thanks.

[@mannyc19]

This review convinced me to order this case today. Great review !

[@MrChrostiphe]

I just bought one and installed a motherload of performance in it. Be ware! If you put 3 x 120 SW4 on the side and you want a HD 3,5 in it you can't place a optical drive! The 3,5 goes where the optical drive goes or vice versa. Good case though!

[@camotech1314]

This one is massive. Can't wait to see what they come up with for the pure base 500 successor.

[@milordas]

Would be good to add: - few fans to the psu case to direct gpu cooling, not a much deal but still, and side air intake for them if they used - case could be about 8cm shorter, to fit under std. 600mm wide desk. Possibly 701 is alternative, but it not have all pros 901 have, ie. wide range fan controll, sound dampening panels top/front, wireless charger, gpu holder, etc.. (ps. 701 hdd holders is a step back, imo, from 800 series) - front fans could be mounted in another side of metal plate to not prevent rgb fans view, but youre sacryfying then dust filter. - Bottom dust filter could be removable without opening front panel

[@tilpesq]

Awesome, meaty and lengthy, like the great OG videos. Thanks Tom, great and detailed review. Although I don't really see benefit on these huge cases, for myself hehe, cause I usually go for simpler hardware. But it's great to see a proper video for people who actually want and have a use for such cases. And kudos for Bequiet too, you really pointed out a lot of details, and there are plenty. Have an internet cookie please haha and keep up the great work!

[@nsw9154]

i have the DB 900 with the glass side pannel in silver trim and it has served me well for years i love it and i might consider the new 901 for my new build, but i will keep the 900 as my second system

[@kel5423]

I have the Dark Base 900 (non pro). I think it looks better than the new 901. The appearance of the 901 makes it look cheap. Some functions on the 900 I prefer over the 901: - The door. It gives me the option of air intake from the side vents or, when opened, directly from the front. I can easily close it instead of removing and mounting a front panel. - Hidden fan controller. I like the idea of having a fan control slider/switch hidden behind the door. - No window option. I hate RGB lights, they give me a migraine. There is no window on the 900. - Feet. The feet on the 900 are located under the case, nothing sticking out. I previously owned their Silent Base 800 which had the feet located to each side of the case. They just got in the way. - Optical drive bay. The drive bays are hidden behind the door. This gives the cae a singular smooth front. Plus there are two bays for drives instead of one. When not in use each bay has a filtered cover. You can also remove both covers and install an optional third 140mm fan. - No non pro version. Bequiet! isn't offering a non pro version of the case. For me that means there are things I don't want and/or would never use such as: the window and phone charger. Some things I prefer on the 901: - PSU mount. One thing about the 900 and 900 Pro that always baffled me, is why the PSU can't be mounted flush with the back of the case. The PSU is set back in the case several centimeters. The rear power plug is then connected to the PSU by an internal power cable. The position of the PSU blocks the option of installing an intake fan directly under the GPU. Makes no sense whatsoever.

[@ShallowRavers]

Also there seems to be more room in top compartment. I have fitted my AIO radiator in the top, and fans mounted below inside the case. Very clean.

[@m.g.debruin8294]

The 900 sucks for my use no space at the back pannel.When you use a corsair AX1600 PSU you need a new power plug.The 901 have more space. The 901 is more stable on his feet.But the 900 is a beautiful case

[@andyainsworth1802]

lmao. I did exactly the same with the front filter. I thought I'd broken it at one point. Took me hours to realise what I'd done!

[@Byrkster]

Mine just came in! Love it.

[@DVTHEFOX]

Think ya could make a short vid of the fans going from 1 to 5 speed , giving 10 secs per speed, to see how they sound like, please?

[@LoordeGG]

Fyi - I believe those foam pads are for the HDDs to act as a bit of a vibration dampener.

[@williammurdock3028]

big case Tom, but as always details are there. thanks

[@PortuguesePirate99]

I just hope this case ages well in like 2ish years, thats when i plan to build my new PC and dont think there is anything that competes with this atm

[@Kapono5150]

Seriously been enjoying the Fractal Torrent case. Massive Air Flow !!!

[@milordas]

but they are ugly, imo

[@gerardoenmibarrio]

I like this case and the review is great. Would love it in white.

[@johnkokk]

Great review. By the way just yesterday i received mine and the comment at 11.30 "saved my life". I could not lock the front panel back in and i thought the case was a "lemon".I even sent be quiet an email saying that the case is faulty. I think such an issue should be mentioned in the manual though.

[@OC3D]

At least you found some help :)

[@DVTHEFOX]

Think ya could make a short vid of the fans going from 1 to 5 speed , giving 10 secs per speed, to see how they sound like, please?

[@BaMb1N079]

will there be a solid side panel option? trying to plan a zero rgb build...or at least close to that

[@Irfanafzaal]

Thank you so much for the review. I was so confused between this one and Corsair 7000d for my build but your video cleared my confusion. BUT i do have a question, would you be able to ROUGHLY tell how much would it weigh with 4090 build?

[@IGFone]

Do you think this case is good for an air cooled build or should I build in a smaller case?

[@R2D2592]

Very nice review. Thank you. 👍

[@vincentvega3093]

Good detailed review. I don't do huge towers for gaming rigs no more. Its itx gaming and define xl for nas

[@mytglg6uh]

Very decent entry-level, beginner class case. For juice cooling, prefer Lian Li v3000 plus.

[@EarthIsFlat456]

entry-level? Yeah sure...

[@ddrmegamixer]

I'll stick with my 750D airflow it has way more hard drive options, but saying that this case has some nice touches.

[@SpielMitMirSession]

Big review video. I was thinking about the placement of my fans if I decided to go for this case and I got the information I was looking for. Mainly: 3x 120mm fans front , 140mm fan bottom (in the front), exhaust back and radiator top. I am so invested in the cooling for high performance at (hopefully) lower fanspeeds. I am a novice builder and an amateur gaming enthusiast, so these kinds of reviews really help inform me to make decisions on the parts I am interested in. Currently looking for a collection of BeQuiet components that I have currently fallen for, to aid in my pursuit of performance. Obviously the fans will work harder under stress but which gamer wont be using headphones during gameplay? Very important that it's silent when not under heavy load. The parts I am currently shopping around for are: Be Quiet! Silent Wings 4 Pro 140mm PWM ((Bottom)) Be Quiet! Dark Power 13 1000W Be Quiet! Silent Loop 2 360mm (3x120mm) This will be used to power and cool an Asus Rog Strix G OC 4090 and Ryzen 7950x3d The one thing I am a little uncertain of is this: using the mesh, does it have ANY sound dampening or alternatively : Does it cool efficiently through the sides of the front using the solid front? Feels like my comment is not really for anyone else just me venting (lulz) and formulating my thoughts. Also - - Comment ended up rather "big" as well. Thanks again , have my like.

[@damokerbs5856]

It's actually very similar to their Dark Base 700 but on this one you get a lot of accessories and they have improved the airflow plus the fancy touch controls at the front. At that price point for me that's a hard sell because there are other options as well to consider. Over 300 quid is a lot of money that can be spent on something else, perhaps the majority will prioritise on a GPU or better motherboard nowadays. I feel like Bequiet went a little far with their 'see if it sells' this time as the accessories usually can be purchased online, allowing for a better price on the product itself. Is it nice? Yes, Does it provide enough options? Again as their previous cases, yes. Would I buy it? Hm..

[@vqa33]

I’ve purchased it 2 month ago and very happy with it. I love how it looks it huge and feels / looks premium.

[@maky-w8n]

i have the 900 and have used for near 4 years , i dont think its much different , i bought as wanted an inverted case , yes i thought therre was no cd drive bay but was wrong they put one in and i like that as have many dvds , the only think with the old model is usb 2 slots , would like all usb 3 gen 2 and mini usb ... if i could convery mine would be great ....

[@jetlanor1968]

Thank you for this fantastic and complete review ! I'm gonna buy this one :) thanks 2 you ! Subscribe to your channel btw ! ;))

[@sharpey92]

i wonder if they will pass some of these updates down to the old DB 900 like they did for the V2 parts for V1, might make me keep the case for abit longer

[@DVTHEFOX]

The only view showing off the fans' RPM levels (and have levels 1 2 3 4 SIX in the vid when it's 5 ^^; ) Debating either the 7000D or this coming from a Thermaltake Core V71 I don't know if adding PWM'd 1700-1900RPM fans from non BeQuiet brand would work correctly in the chassis' FAN HEADER at the top/front and still be able to control them with the tower's tactile buttons (Otherwise ya forced to get SW4)

[@Nick_R_]

So this or the Fractal Pop Air XL, which is a fraction of the cost?

[@OC3D]

I personally do not rate the airflow on the POP cases at all. The mesh is too restrictive and the included fans too weak

[@sulos4646]

Does the Arctic Liquid Freezer II 420 fit in on the top?

[@mrmostlyharmless]

Are you certain fans cannot go into the top part?

[@steveaustin4118]

I wonder how much of the price goes into the accessories that alot of people wll probably never use

[@LoordeGG]

My question to you is can you mount a 420mm radiator where those hard drive brackets are?

[@1gta4gta]

No

[@Sams911]

love the BeQuiet power supplies, have the Ti Rated 1500W Dark Pro but for cases, the Corsair Airflow 7000D or even 5000D is a far better case... looks, function, and build quality.

[@BubuRuzu]

The 900 looked so much more stylish.

[@BubuRuzu]

@@m.g.debruin8294 I had them both. They suck. 901 is to loud. Get an air focused case and quiet components.

[@stevewatson6839]

White though; wouldn't the metal/plastic thing going on at the bottom drive you batty because inevitably the whites wouldn't match? It would me. I do like all they've done with the interior A LOT; but the exterior is a little bland and sameywamey to a lot of other cases out there for me. I think it needs some colour contrast. That card support is killer; the optical drive bay I'd use. Very scoring feature-and-attention-to-detail-wise, but it isn't saying "Buy me!" tbh. Also, you would post a long one when when I'm out of biccies! 😮‍💨🤣

[@MrFoxRobert]

👋👍

[@loordeg6632]

Can anyone confirm? 3:40 ? I thought it could take up to a 420mm rad?

[@1gta4gta]

420mm aio only front without a 5,25 driver

[@MirceaD28]

For a case that has a high price doesn't come with a stupid buzzer, is damn right insulting.

[@Jadeee094]

Now for the white version

[@LogiForce86]

It is a tiny case, isn't it? A bit disappointing to be honest. Although it is a bit wider than my old HAFX. I wish I could find something with roughly the same height as the HAFX, with a 5,25" slot and wide and deep enough for a 4090 or bigger card.

[@paul2609]

I just don't like they plastered a minimal front panel with their logo.

[@ionutortian5885]

This case or haf 700?

[@OC3D]

totally different aesthectics. buy the one you like looking at more

[@InDeLightBand]

Where is the reset button? How to reset PC?

[@m.g.debruin8294]

How much do you use a reset button.Once in a few years?Turn of your PC or turn of your PSU

[@CC-tf1wq]

thing is a monster

[@hanmaruf2919]

no subtitle?

[@MrKlobinator]

Honestly, this feels more like a downgrade form the 900 pro. Inverting and all those things are nice , but thats what the 900 could do aswell. The 901 looks cheap, less usable for watercolling, and overall jsut a step backward... for more money

[@WWNSX]

I 100% disagree with building this case for Water Cooling. I've tried building in the Dark Base 900 Rev 2 with a 360 rad for the CPU mounted in the front with the PumpRes combo and a GPU with a 240 AIO Rad in the top and it felt and looked cramped; I ended up buying a Phanteks Enthoo 719 and it feels like better quality and a better manual then Bequiet especially for water cooling. The Bequiet 900/901 case would be good for having a lot of fans to move air or lots of drives for a workstation also it's shorter and longer then the 900 rev2.

[@Kroki911]

just order :)

[@Kroki911]

does wireless charging work because it didn't work on your phone ?

[@OC3D]

Works fine dude - it did actually pop up on the camera

[@konradbak]

My bq801 looks much better I think. I had 900 and sold. Waited for 901 - and i will keep my 801 for sure. Dont like this new case at all.

[@m.g.debruin8294]

801 look like shit on the top

[@Centrioless]

No btm ventilation (for gpu case fan) on a huge case like this? Worthless

[@PIXX3L5]

Too over engineered and Corsair 7000D clone. Not my kinda case because you end up taking half of it out and misplacing it

[@m.g.debruin8294]

LOL Corsair 7000D look old-fashioned ugly front grill ugly back ugly open PSU one drup of water and your PSU blown up.

[@Lulu-and-co]

horrible et too expensive