be quiet! Dark Base 701
A pro-tier case positioned as a premium quiet-leaning flagship with three Silent Wings 4 140mm fans, an invertible layout, and E-ATX room. It supports up to a 430mm GPU and 185mm cooler, with 120-360mm radiator mounts. Best for builders prioritizing low noise and layout flexibility; budget shoppers and anyone needing 420mm radiator support should look elsewhere.
Scores
BreakdownHideOverall73±3Caliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions.
Scores
BreakdownHideCaliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions.
The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.
How each score is computed: our scoring methodology.
Specifications
| Spec | Value | Verification |
|---|---|---|
| form factor support | ATX, Micro-ATX, itxSourced | Sourced |
| max GPU length (mm) | 430Sourced | Sourced |
| max cooler height (mm) | 185Sourced | Sourced |
| radiator support | front 120-360mm / top 120-360mm / rear 120mmSourced | Sourced |
| radiator support (mm) | 120, 240, 280, 360Sourced | Sourced |
5/5 detail specs sourced. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.
Verdict
Best for
- Premium quiet-leaning flagship: three Silent Wings 4 140mm fans, invertible layout, E-ATX room
Who should skip this
- Budget builds; 420mm radiators
Where to buy
List price $230
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Standards
Form factors & standards — interchangeable across compatible builds, not a platform lock-in.
Compatibility
Built around ATX. Make sure the rest of your build uses the same platform before you buy — mismatched sockets, mounts or standards are the most common return reason. Check it in the builder →
Upgrade path
Buying today, the Fractal Design Terra (Mini-ITX) scores higher for less — the smarter pick in cases unless you specifically want this one. See it →