be quiet! Dark Base Pro 900 Rev 2 Full-Tower Chassis Review

Peter Donnell / 6 years ago

Final Thoughts

How Much Does it Cost?

There’s no easy way to put it, the be quiet! Dark Base Pro 900 Rev 2 is around £250. I’ve seen it a little less, and a little more from retailer to retailer. However, it’s still a lot of money regardless and won’t appeal to many. Fortunately, for those splashing the cash, you do get a huge amount in return for your investment, but only some enthusiasts may be tempted to fork up the cash.

Overview

be quiet! went all out with this chassis, and it shows in the final product. This is not only one of the most unique and innovative chassis they’ve ever made, it’s one of the best chassis we’ve ever tested, and that’s saying something. The build quality alone speaks volumes and explains a lot of that big retail price. The exterior panels are lavished with gorgeous brushed aluminium and lots of it. Add to that a sizable tempered glass window that’s big enough to glaze a church, and you’re already racking up that price tag.

Added Value

The money you spend just keeps on giving here. The chassis comes with three stunning quality Silent Wings 3 140mm fans pre-installed. Each of those fans is £20 each, and some of the finest and best-looking fans on the market right now. Then we’ve got the premium quality noise dampening materials fitting throughout the chassis, keeping things running nice and quiet. The absolutely massive dust filters, all removable from the front of the chassis. The indirect airflow, the PSU shroud and removable covers, the RGB lighting strips, the fan hub, the QI charging, the completely modular storage.

More Added Value…

Wait, I’m not done! The included water cooling mounting brackets for pumps/reservoirs, the dual cable routing systems, the modular 5.25″ drive bays, the reversible front panel door, the entirely reversible side panels and interior fittings, the PSU bracket/passthrough. Deep breath. Did I miss anything? Probably, it’s a bloody long list. £250 doesn’t seem so bad right now though, eh?

Should I Buy One?

Without a doubt, this is a big chassis. If you’re building an E-ATX or XL-ATX based system, it’s a brilliant starting point. With meticulous cable routing options, extensive radiator support, and room for any of the biggest expansion cards on the market, it’s a real enthusiasts dream. The chassis is expensive, but when you consider it’s built to house systems that cost many thousands, it’s barely a dent in your budget.