be quiet! Dark Base Pro 901 Full Tower Case BGW50 - Black
be quiet!
be quiet! Dark Base Pro 901 Full Tower Case BGW50 - Black
The be quiet! Dark Base Pro 901 is a full-tower PC case designed for builders who want flexible cooling options without compromise. It ships with three Silent Wings 4 fans pre-installed and supports interchangeable top and front panels to balance quiet operation against maximum airflow. Its large interior accommodates high-end graphics cards, E-ATX motherboards, and radiators up to 420mm.
Why this product
Interchangeable panels for silence or performance
Swap the top cover and front panel between silence-optimized and performance-optimized configurations without tools. Both setups include integrated fan hubs and pogo pin connectors for radiator installation.
Pre-installed Silent Wings 4 fans
Three 140mm PWM fans ship in the case, reaching only 29.3 dB(A) at full speed while delivering 133.20 m³/h of airflow.
Supports E-ATX and 420mm radiators
Generous interior fits larger motherboards and front-mounted liquid coolers up to 420mm. The front can also house three 140mm or 120mm fans independently.
Versatile cable management and GPU support
Two integrated cable bars hide wiring behind the motherboard tray and inside the GPU holder. The adjustable VGA holder prevents sagging even with heavy graphics cards.
Touch controls and wireless charging
A touch-sensitive I/O panel on the front manages fan and ARGB lighting settings. A built-in 15W Qi wireless charger rounds out the features.
- Case size (with stands)604 × 275 × 569 mm
- Internal volume82.69 litres
- Pre-installed fans3× Silent Wings 4 140mm PWM
- Max front radiator420 mm
- Motherboard supportE-ATX, XL-ATX, ATX, M-ATX, Mini-ATX
- Noise level (fans at 100%)29.3 dB(A)
- Weight17.8 kg
- SKUBEQ-982
- EAN4260052190142
- Fits E-ATX, XL-ATX, ATX, M-ATX and Mini-ATX motherboards with plenty of clearance.
- Accepts ATX PS/2 power supplies in the bottom-mounted PSU shroud.
- Supports radiators up to 420mm in the front and fans up to 140mm in multiple positions throughout the case.
- Provides 8 expansion slots for graphics cards, sound cards and other PCIe devices.
- Includes 1x USB Type-C, 4x USB 3.0 and audio on the front I/O panel.
Best for
- Silent-focused builds
- Custom liquid cooling loops
- High-end component builds
- Aesthetics-conscious builders
Trade-offs
- Compact or space-constrained builds
- Budget-conscious builders
- ITX-only builds
Whether you prefer a virtually inaudible or an extremely performant case: Dark Base Pro 901 is the perfect choice. Dark Base Pro 901 features a silence-oriented and performance-optimized solution for the top and the front.
Dark Base Pro 901 offers all functions enthusiasts could wish for in a high-end case. Among them is a detachable top and front bracket with included fan hub and pogo pin connector for a comfortable installation of radiators and fans. Even an inverted layout can be done easily thanks to an intuitive rail system. Numerous cleverly integrated solutions make handling extremely easy. Dark Base Pro 901 can be deployed without the hassle of additional screws and small parts, creating the optimal case for any build.
Features like the silence-optimized fan blades and the funnel shaped fan frame make Silent Wings 4 140mm a fan that makes no compromises between virtually inaudible operation and high performance. Its extraordinary air pressure significantly increases the cooling performance of Dark Base Pro 901.
With its remarkably large dimensions, Dark Base Pro 901 sets no limits on creativity. The front can fit a radiator of up to 420mm and additional fans can be installed throughout the case, even on the side panel.
The VGA holder of Dark Base Pro 901 is very versatile and prevents GPU sag even with heavy graphics cards. 2 cable bars, one located inside the VGA holder and the other next to the motherboard tray, hide the cables inside the case. No matter how big or numerous the components built in Dark Base Pro 901 may be; with such clever features the result always makes a good impression.
Dark Base Pro 901 features ARGB lighting on the front and the PSU shroud: The lit-up areas are chosen consciously to ensure the case remains elegant with subtle illumination. The light and fan settings can be conveniently controlled via touch-sensitive buttons on the I/O panel. A wireless charger for Qi enabled devices perfectly rounds up Dark Base Pro 901.
The high-quality, fully-windowed side panel offers a perfect view of the components inside your case. The window is made of tinted and tempered glass with black painted edges.
General
| Brand | be quiet! |
|---|---|
| Model | Dark Base Pro 901 |
| Part number | BGW50 |
| Color | Black |
Dimensions & capacity
| Case size (without stands) | 604 × 254 × 539 mm |
|---|---|
| Case size (with stands) | 604 × 275 × 569 mm |
| Internal volume | 82.69 litres |
| Weight | 17.8 kg |
| PSU form factor | ATX PS/2 |
Cooling & airflow
| Pre-installed fans (front) | 2× Silent Wings 4 140mm PWM |
|---|---|
| Pre-installed fans (rear) | 1× Silent Wings 4 140mm PWM |
| Maximum total fans | 11 |
| Max fans – front | 3× 140mm or 3× 120mm |
| Max fans – top | 3× 140mm or 3× 120mm |
| Max fans – side | 3× 120mm |
| Max fans – rear | 1× 140mm or 1× 120mm |
| Max front radiator | 420 mm |
| Fan speed (at 100% PWM) | 1900 rpm |
| Airflow (at 100% PWM) | 133.20 m³/h |
| Air pressure (at 100% PWM) | 2.36 mm H2O |
| Noise level (at 100% PWM) | 29.3 dB(A) |
| Fan lifespan | 300,000 hours at 25°C |
Motherboard & expansion
| Motherboard compatibility | E-ATX, XL-ATX, ATX, M-ATX, Mini-ATX |
|---|---|
| Expansion slots | 8 |
| Internal 5.25" bays | 1 |
| Internal 3.5" bays | 2 |
| Flexible motherboard tray | Yes (supports inverted layout) |
I/O & features
| Front USB ports | 1× USB Type-C, 4× USB 3.0 |
|---|---|
| Audio | Yes |
| Lighting | Integrated ARGB (front and PSU shroud) |
| Control | Touch-sensitive I/O panel |
| Wireless charging | Qi 15W |
| Side panel | Tempered glass, tinted, black painted edges |
Shipping
All our products are shipped from the United Kingdom within 24 to 48 hours of purchase. See our Shipping and Returns page for full details.
Returns
- Tech Syndicate offers a full money-back guarantee on all purchases made in our store. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, we will provide a full refund, no questions asked.
- Refunds are available within 45 days of delivery.
- After the 45-day period you are no longer eligible for a refund, so we encourage you to try the product within the first few weeks to make sure it fits your needs.