How to assemble a PC?

Micro Pratique offers its readers a guide on how to assemble a PC and utilises be quiet! components to illustrate every step, including Dark Base Pro 90 rev. 2, Dark Power Pro 11, and Dark Rock 4. The case is said to be large and classy and its QI charger is highlighted. The air cooler enables performance gains in terms of cooling and silence. Dark Power 11 is shown as an example for a power supply.  

“Our machine needs space and, in 2019, a gamer rig must be smooth, i.e. without any apparent wire. Totally dedicated to performance, this Dark Base 900 case fits in with the idea we had for our future PC. Neat finishes, complete system, interesting assembly and watercooling capabilities, everything is here, even the price. ”

be quiet! PSU in PC tests

Paweł Rudy from Videotesty.pl has tested a PC Actina IEM. These units are powered by be quiet!'s System Power B9 600W.

“be quiet! B9 600 watt Power System - I have recently started using this power supply unit in our computer sets and love it primarily for its DC-DC converter.”

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Straight Power 11 550W and PSU calculator featured

On their own website, the German magazine CHIP published a purchase advice article on PSUs. One of their recommended 550-watt PSUs is die be quiet! Straight Power 11 550W. Additionally, the article introduces the PSU calculator from be quiet!.

“The manufacturer "be quiet!", for example, offers a user-friendly online calculator that even considers whether the PC will be overclocked.”

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PC case review by Hungarian media

Prohardver.hu has reviewed the be quiet! Silent Base 801 Window PC case. The case has received the "Recommended" award and a lot of positive feedback on the quality.

“The use of materials and the build quality do not leave much to be desired, all the edges, bends and joints are well designed.”

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YouTuber builds themed rig based on the new Dark Base 700 "White Edition"

The German YouTuber KreativEcke has for the first time presented a Casemod in a black and white look, which is based on the new be quiet! Dark Base 700 "White Edition". In his opinion, this is the best case by the German manufacturer even in the regular edition. It is used alongside a Pure Power 11 500W and a Dark Rock 4. The cooler has even been painted white and is supported by be quiet! SilentWings 3 140mm PWM case fans.

“Such a CPU is then only tamed by the mainboard, but also by a decent cooler and that is (...) the Dark Rock 4.

But now we come to the star of the show. The be quiet! Dark Base 700 White. In my opinion the Dark Base 700 is generally the best case that be quiet! have brought on the market so far.”

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Testing Shadow Wings 2 on the popular portal

The popular IT portal Megaobzor.com published an article reviewing and testing the new be quiet! Shadow Wings 2. The author was impressed by the silent operation of the fans, the original design and their high quality.

“be quiet! SHADOW WINGS 2 will be the right choice as a case fan, ensuring low noise and less vibration.”

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Recommendation for the be quiet! coolers

Benchmark.pl has published their Top 10 recommended CPU coolers. The highlighted products include be quiet!'s Shadow Rock LP and Dark Rock PRO 4.

“The be quiet! Shadow Rock LP is one of the best low-profile coolers, which was designed mainly for smaller HTPC and ITX enclosures.

The Dark Rock Pro 4 is another version of the well-known be quiet cooler! and certainly one of the most efficient air coolers on the market.”

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Gold Award for the PC case from be quiet!

The be quiet! Silent Base 601 Window has been awarded the coveted Gold Award at the German website hardwaremax. In this review, the case convinces with high comfort, useful features and great build quality. The editor calls it a successful makeover.

“The Silent Base 601 is an all-round successful case that will make any mid-range system with silence ambitions feel at home.”

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be quiet! case in PC guide

be quiet! products were mentioned in a PC guide on Whatnext.pl. Editors advise on why it is worth paying attention to the quality of components.

“Of course, depending on the case, additional functions can be found. For example, the be quiet! Dark Base 900 offers the possibility of wireless charging for your smartphone.”

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German brand offers new fans

OverclokingMadeInFrance reviews Dark Rock 4. After a presentation of the product and its installation, the journalist discusses the cooler's performance benchmarks, including CPU temperature and noise. The editor appreciates the overall good performance and silenceand concludes the review with a Gold Award.

“As usual with be quiet!, you inevitably hit the top of the range when it comes to Dark Rock series. ”

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SilentWings 3 and Pure Wings 2 on the popular YouTube channel

The popular YouTube channel Ivan Nov published an overview of be quiet!'s SilentWings 3 and Pure Wings 2 fans.

“Both fans will be a great purchase. These are good and reliable improved fans, which you can safely buy and enjoy quiet operation of your PC with.”

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Impressive air cooler for Socket TR4 platform

KitGuru has published a review of the be quiet! Dark Rock Pro TR4 air cooler, comparing it to it's 'regular' brother as well as other Socket TR4 solutions. The editor is impressed by this cooler: a great thermal performance, low noise levels even under heavy load, solid quality, a slick aesthetic. This is more than enough for this air cooler to receive the Worth Buying award.

“If you are looking to build a Threadripper based workstation and don’t want to deal with the extra points of failure which could be expected with an all in one liquid cooler, the Dark Rock Pro TR4 from be quiet! is an excellent option.”

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Hard to get any quieter

Kinitest builds a silent PC with be quiet! components, including Straight Power 11, Silent Loop 240 and Dark Base 700. The case design is described as sober and practical. The writer highlights silence and performance of the watercooling. PSU is said to be the perfect balance between silence and cooling. Overall experience is very silent and praised by editor. 

“In our opinion, it is impossible to create a quieter computer than this one. be quiet! components have proven to be quality components that combine performance and silence. If you are looking for elements to build the quietest computer ever, be quiet! should definitely be at the top of your list!”

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Power supply from be quiet! is now an established standard for the YouTuber

In a new video, KreativEcke shows the build of the fastest 1,000 Euro gaming PC. Regarding the power supply, he describes the be quiet! Pure Power 11 500W as the now established standard. According to the YouTuber, be quiet! manufactures reliable, state-of-the-art power supplies.

“The power supply has now also become an established standard with the be quiet! Pure Power 11 with 500 watts. be quiet! simply produce reliable power supplies that are at the cutting edge of technology.”

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Testing the be quiet! power supply

The author of the popular trashbox.ru published a review of the be quiet! Pure Power 11 600W. The editors were impressed by the quiet operation, the high build quality, the excellent voltage stability and the affordable price of the power supply.

“The Pure Power 11 600W is a good power supply: quiet, stable, highly efficient, convenient to use, and sleek looking.”

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Super silent fans

MXDOUT reviews the Shadow Wings 2 series of fans, showing how to install them with the different mounting parts, and then running them through their paces. He's happy to see there's a little bit of extra headroom on both 120mm and 140mm models, and that these fans are indeed extremely silent.

“I like the design and how quick these are to install.”

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An immiculate white version

Comptoir-Hardware reviews the Dark Base 700 White Edition starting with a description of the case, its white aesthetics before detailing the internals and the build process. Benchmarks are said to be as good as Dark Base 700 first edition. A super positive review with  5 stars and editor choice awards.

“There is nothing to be said about the manufacturing quality of the case. We are in front of the excellent Dark Base 700, but in an immaculate dress. Finishes are deemed and small details such as the power button add cachet to the model. The equipment does not change, in that aspect, the Dark Base 700 White Edition is always generous. The performances are also identical to the first version”

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Excellent Hardware Award for be quiet!

Hardwareluxx has now also tested the new White Edition of the be quiet! Dark Base 700. Like the original version, this case convinces with very good build quality, a modern interior and high-quality premium fans. In combination with the sleek white look all this leads to another Excellent Hardware Award for be quiet!

“The Dark Base 700 is still an attractive option if you are looking for a flexible premium midi tower. With the new White Edition, be quiet! now provides a good change of look.”

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Enjoy the White Edition limited to 3000 units.

Youtube channel Cowcot TV speaks about Dark Base 700 White Edition. After the presentation of the I/O panel, the reviewer details both outside and inside to highlight all the possibilities offered in terms of assembly and usability.  

“Operation is quite simple!”

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Featuring be quiet!'s SilentWings 3 120mm PWM and System Power 11 650W

The successful German YouTube channel Zenchillis Hardware Reviews documents the build of his new benchmark system in a video. In order to be able to test the latest graphics cards, the editor relies on be quiet!'s Straight Power 11 650W for the power supply. Furthermore, the AIO water cooling on the Core i9 processor is supported by two SilentWings 3 120mm PWM fans.

“And instead of the original fans of the Ryuo 240 I rely on the SilentWings 3 from be quiet!.

Below the GPU, we installed a 650-watt power supply from be quiet! called Straight Power 11.”

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Same strengths as before

Cowcotland reviews the Dark Base 700 White Edition. Detailing new features and improvements, this review includes many photographs and allows a look at not only the outside but also the inside of the case, before discussing the hardware installation and sharing the good temperatures and noise readings with the readers. Just as the first Dark Base 700 edition, the White Edition shares the same strengths and is crowned with a Cowcot d'or award. 

“This white version adds the white and a Limited Edition plate, all for 189€, which is the current price of the black version. If you like the Dark Base 700 and the white, just go for it”

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The YouTube channel Science Studio has released a video reviewing Dark Base 700 White Edition

Science Studio confirms the Dark Base 700 White Edition is a strong contender for everyone who enjoys bright-coloured cases.

“The be quiet! Dark Base 700 is an exceptionally well-built chassis priced under $200”

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be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4 recommended

Guru3D has published their 'winters buyers guide', recommending different components for different systems. For the Mainstream Build the editor recommends the be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4 cooler. He also explains why he prefers air cooling over liquid cooling for expensive builds.

“Massive air coolers like the above mentioned NH-D15 or DRP4 can be extremely comparable in performance, all whilst holding several key advantages. Anyway, what are the plus sides of tower coolers? The first is clear, reliability. There are virtually zero points of failure on an air cooler, save for the fan, and even then the heatsink alone with probably do a decent job of passively cooling the CPU, until you realise your chip is a bit toasty. Crucially, though, no leaks.”

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Silent Base 801 and Shadow Wings 2 120mm PWM featured in video

As announced in earlier videos, the German YouTuber PC Bauer has now continued to work on his own PC and is using absolutely high-class hardware in the be quiet! Silent Base 801. The potent water cooling is supported by numerous be quiet! Shadow Wings 2 120mm PWM case fans, which he loves for their quiet operation.

“This is how l like it. Really good. New fans, quiet fans.”

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Review by Croatian media

Croatian website Pceskpert.com has recently reviewed CPU coolers from be quiet!. Both the Pure Rock and Shadow Rock LP received really good comments.

“Both are very solid products and should certainly be taken into account when looking for a new computer.”

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Cooler from be quiet! installed in the 1,400-euro gaming PC

ITRaidDE has put together a gaming PC worth 1,400 Euro. In a new video, he presents the individual hardware components. The be quiet! Dark Rock 4 is responsible for cooling the powerful Intel Core i5-9600K processor, and impressed the YouTuber with its stylish black design and good cooling performance. Thanks to the SilentWings 3 fan, the device also works pleasantly quiet according to ITRaidDE.

“The processor is cooled by the Dark Rock 4 from be quiet!. This device not only has enough power, but also looks great in the all black design.”

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On the youtube channel of the popular Root Nation

The Dark Rock PRO 4 was subjected to a video review on the youtube channel of the popular Root Nation.

“If cooling efficiency is more important to you than LED lights, if you love black color until people come up with something even darker, then I strongly recommend this cooler for purchase!”

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Dark Rock 4 installation explained in video

In a new video the TweakPC team shows the cooler installation of the be quiet! Dark Rock 4 on AM4 and AM3 platforms. The differences between the two sockets are highlighted and memory compatibility is investigated.

“In today's video, we will take a look at how the be quiet! Dark Rock 4 is installed on an AMD platform.”

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Dark Base 700 White Edition on camera

MXDOUT has published a time-lapse build video of the Dark Base 700 White Edition. This unique, limited case is used as the basis for a brutal Core i9-9900K build, resulting in a beautiful PC.

“I really like that you can see all of your build, and because it's white it's really nice and pungent with the RGBs in here making it look nice.”

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Fair price for a good be quiet! power supply

In a new video, KreativEcke presents what he thinks is the best and fastest 1,200 euro gaming PC. For the power supply he chose the be quiet! Pure Power 11 500W. He particularly likes the black cables of the non-modular version and also thinks the price is very reasonable.

“The power supply for this computer is the new be quiet! Pure Power 11 with 500 watts.”

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Recommended Hardware award for the be quiet! air cooler

TweakPC has tested the be quiet! Dark Rock 4. The air cooler scores very well with the German editorial staff, who highlight the discreet, sleek appearance, simple installation, and excellent workmanship. The cooling performance is as good as with the predecessor. However, the Dark Rock 4 is even quieter, which is why TweakPC finally presents the Recommended Hardware Award.

“The Dark Rock 4 is worth a look for all those who don't want to use extreme overclocking and are looking for a sleek silent quiet cooler.”

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5 Stars award for be quiet!

The review highlights the innovative construction, which differentiates it a lot from the competitors. The high quality materials and latest generation RGB lighting system are appreciated as well. NextHardware issues their 5 Stars award.

“The Dark Base Pro 900 rev.2 is the first case of the German brand to arrive in our editorial office and it has left us speechless.”

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Dark Power Pro 11 850W, Silent Loop 360mm, SilentWings 3 120mm PWM, and Dark Base 700

The YouTube channel TechMaxTV has released a timelapse video building a high-end PC. The sleek system is based on be quiet!'s Dark Power Pro 11 850W, Silent Loop 360mm, SilentWings 3 120mm PWM, and the Dark Base 700. The hardware is visible during the installation and contributes to the great look that is ultimately achieved.

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Ideal to cool a case

The French YouTube channel Cowcotland TV details the new Shadow Wings 2 from be quiet!. In a short video, the journalist highlights its silence, its PWM feature as well as its good cooling performance. Ideal for a fan case according to reviewer. 

“In terms of technical characteristics, there is a major difference in the speed of rotation”

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New be quiet! fans presented in video and installed in personal system

In a comprehensive video, the German YouTuber PC Bauer takes a closer look at be quiet!'s new Shadow Wings 2 fans. Both the 120mm and 140mm sizes are examined in PWM and non-PWM versions. They really impress the YouTuber and thus will be installed in his personal rig in the future.

“The fan makes a very good impression.”

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Dark Base 700 and Straight Power 11 650W for the 3,800 Euro gaming PC

In the second part of the video series on the 3,800 Euro gaming PC, the German YouTuber Zenchillis Hardware Reviews shows, among other things, two of hardware components from be quiet!. In addition to the Straight Power 11 650W power supply, the Dark Base 700 plays a prominent role in the video as the case for the high-end PC.

“And all that was installed in the Dark Base 700 from be quiet!.”

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Pure Power 11 CM 600W selected for the 1,000-euro gaming PC

In a new video, YouTuber KreativEcke from Germany shows his viewers how a 1,000 Euro gaming PC can best be configured. When choosing a suitable power supply he introduces the be quiet! PSU Calculator. He ultimately goes with the Pure Power 11 CM 600W, which among other things scores with the 80Plus Gold certification and altogether latest technology.

“In my opinion, an absolutely reasonable power supply. Simply because it is state of the art, 80Plus Gold certified, has the most important protection circuits and in the non-modular version even comes with sleeved black cables.”

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System Power 9 400W in video at the German YouTube channel

HardwareDealz has released a new video on a 500-euro gaming PC on YouTube. As a secure power supply one from be quiet! was chosen. The decision fell on the System Power 9 400W, which scores with the important protection circuits and even DC-DC technology.

“And to ensure that the system is always supplied with power reliably and above all quietly, we use a 400-watt be quiet! System Power 9 for the power supply unit.”

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The latest award for Pure Power 11 700W comes from Nikk Tech

In a comprehensive review, the Greek reviewer Nik Kastrantas takes a closer look at be quiet!'s new Pure Power 11 700W.

“At the end of the day the Pure Power 11 700W CM may not be worlds apart compared to its fixed wires brother but it’s just better enough for us to give it our Golden Award.”

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In categories CPU coolers (air / compact), cases, power supplies, and fans

In the 03/19 issue, the German magazine PC Games Hardware evaluates the annual reader poll. be quiet! once again takes first place in the categories CPU cooler (air), case, power supply and fans, as well as second place in the CPU cooler (compact) category. The team comments positively on the clear victories of the German manufacturer and points to out that the company by now won first place in several years.

“Be quiet has been on the first place since 2016 with a healthy distance to its competitors.

Another clear victory for Be quiet.”

Power supplies from be quiet! recommended gamer PC guides

On its own website, the team of PC Games Hardware has published a purchase guide on current gaming PCs. Both the 750 Euro and the 1,000 Euro systems are equipped with power supply units from be quiet!'s Pure Power 11 series. While the 400-watt model is used for the budget option, the team recommends the Pure Power 11 CM 500W model for the more powerful rig.

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Gold, Design, and Recommended awards for the be quiet! case

The editor highlights the smart design and modularity of the be quiet! case Silent Base 601 Window. He enjoys the aesthetics with no need to play the RGB card. Furthermore, the great performance and extreme silence are discussed and combined with great quality materials the be quiet! case wins the awards Rendimiento, Diseño, and Gold

“The be quiet! Silent Base 601 Window is an almost perfect computer case. Versatile, with excellent build quality, and its name “Silent” was not chosen by chance, as the case is one of the most silent PC cases you can find on the market, and probably the most silent with a glass panel.”

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Very cool case from be quiet!

The German YouTuber PC Mate has published a video review of the be quiet! Silent Bae 801. He likes the case very much and focuses on the high quality and effective sound insulation. The fair price is also very attractive.

“It's a very cool case. As you know it from be quiet!, very high quality, but still not so expensive.”

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Gold award and Recommended badge for be quiet!

The reviewer highlights the improvements of the Pure Power 11 CM 600W and its great test results. The efficiency was on par with other 80Plus Gold rated PSU and combined with the stable voltages this lead to both the Gold award and the Recommended badge for be quiet!'s PSU.

“The new iteration of the Pure Power range with series 11 includes many improvements that make these a great option to consider for our PC.”

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Don’t skimp out on your PSU, buy be quiet!

Enos Tech has published a closer look of the Straight Power 11 850W power supply, going over all the specifications and features of this mid-range model. His basic test results are very positive and he recommends this power supply with a Must Have award.

“For your money, the be quiet! Straight Power 11 offers the total package and will not let you down. When it comes to power supplies, you really don’t want to cheap out with them, especially if you plan on having other decent hardware in your build. I always say, spend the little bit extra upfront to save yourself from spending more in the long run!”

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Silent Base 601, Pure Power 11 400W and Shadow Rock LP perform great

Computer Bild online reviewed the PC system CSL Sprint Vision X8823. The rig is based on the three components from be quiet! namely the Silent Base 601, the Pure Power 11 400W, and the Shadow Rock LP. All of them are expressly praised in the test for their very quiet operation. In addition, the simple, sleek design of the case is highlighted.

“The simple but sleek looking Silent Base 601 tower from Be quiet! makes sure of that with noise-insulated side panels.

This speaks for the well-insulated case and the discreet Be quiet! fans, but also for the CPU, which develops little heat.”

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Silent Base 601 Window chosen as chassis for "DMZ Rig"

In Datormagazin 2019-01, the editor has picked the Silent Base 601 Window as the preferred chassis for the DMZ Rig, the ideal editorial PC build. The case is chosen for its silent properties, window, and cable management. The Straight Power 11 550W is their recommended PSU.

“The chassis focuses as always with be quiet! on heavy cooling and low noise levels. The model accommodates motherboards up to ATX format and has extremely easy handling during installation and wiring.”

Testing the case from be quiet! on the popular IT portal

One of the most popular Russian IT-portals for computer enthusiasts and overclockers ixbt.com has published a review of the be quiet! Silent Base 601 Window. The author was impressed by the attractive design, the high build quality and the materials used. Furthermore, he highlights the well-thought-out cooling system, and the many interesting design solutions.

“The be quiet! Silent Base 601 Window is a modern solution with an interesting design, high-quality performance and decent user friendliness.”

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Dark Base 700 one of six mentioned cases

The be quiet! Dark Base 700 is one of the six PC cases mentioned in the Tech Advisor "Best of Gaming Cases" article. The case receives a 4-out-of-5 rating. The editor is extremely satisfied with the design, features, functionality, and flexibility.

“On the face it of it the Dark Base 700 is a very good case. It offers plenty of room for a top end gaming rig build, has built in RGB led strips which flank the front edges of the case, has a built-in fan controller and a tempered glass panel. It comes with a pair of near-inaudible 140mm fans and space for up to a 360mm water cooler in the top panel.”

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On the YouTube channel of the popular portal IXBT.com

The be quiet! Silent Base 601 Window Orange is considered a modern solution with an interesting design, high-quality performance and decent consumer qualities at IXBT. The innovations seem to be aimed at improving convenience when assembling the system, and they really improve it to some extent.

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Listed as one of the best power supplies of the year

Datormagazin has published an article in issue 2019-01, detailing the best power supplies of the year. Amongst these is the be quiet! Straight Power 11 series, of which they have specifically tested the 550W model.

“The power supply we recommend also forms the backbone of our current version of the DMZ rig. The power supply is called Straight Power 11 CM 550W and comes from be quiet!.”

Gold award for midi tower case

UK-based Play3r has published a review of the be quiet! Silent Base 601, praising this case for its solid design, great build construction, efficient sound dampening, internal space, and competitive price. The editor hands out the Gold award.

“From the side panel release mechanisms, the tempered glass window, oodles of sound deadening in the panels and a classy looking PSU shroud, I really like this case. ”

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Listed as one of the best PC chassis of the year

Datormagazin has published an article in issue 2019-01, detailing the best PC cases of the year. Amongst these is the be quiet! Silent Base 601 Window, which they praise for its noise reducing features and ease of use.

“As in previous years, our staging system is based on the same chassis that we use for the DMZ rig. This year, therefore, be quiet! Silent Base 601 receives a clear recommendation. The chassis focuses on heavy cooling with dual pre-installed 140-millimeter Pure Wing fans and the ability to use up to 360-millimeter radiators.”

be quiet! among the recommended PC cases

The PurePC.pl team has published a list of recommended PC rigs for February. Among the highlighted PC cases was the be quiet! Pure Base 600.

“We decided that every potential user has a subjective sense of aesthetics, so we leave the final decision to him. The only thing we can do is suggest interesting constructions in individual price ranges.”

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Press contact

Martin Pajenkamp
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Phone: +49 40 210 91 16 - 16
Mobile: +49 171 33 18 640

E-Mail: presse@bequiet.com
Web: www.bequiet.com

About be quiet!

be quiet! is a premium brand of PC power supplies, PC cases and cooling solutions as well as the consistent PSU market leader in Germany since 2007*.

All conception, design and testing is done with a German passion for quality and precision at our headquarters in Germany. Innovative engineering concepts, premium materials and world-class quality make be quiet! products among the most silent, reliable and powerful available.

See bequiet.com.

*GfK data 2018