The be quiet! Pure Base 500DX wins in 6 out of 8 comparable specs. Its biggest advantage is Included Fans (200% better).
S100 TG wins in 1 spec (MSRP: 50% better).
Recommendation
Choose Pure Base 500DX if you want the best overall performance — especially included fans.
Choose S100 TG if msrp matters more to you.
| Spec | be quiet!Pure Base 500DX | ThermaltakeS100 TG |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Type | ATX Mid Tower | Micro ATX |
| Side Panel | Tempered Glass | Tempered Glass |
| Weight | 8.5 | 5.1 |
| Compatibility | ||
| Max GPU Length | 369 mm+12% | 330 mm |
| Max Cooler Height | 190 mm+18% | 161 mm |
| Max PSU Length | 220 mm+29% | 170 mm |
| Max Radiator | 360 mm+29% | 280 mm |
| Motherboard Support | ATX, Micro ATX, Mini ITX | Micro ATX, Mini ITX |
| Cooling | ||
| Included Fans | 3+200% | 1 |
| Storage | ||
| 2.5" Bays | 5+67% | 3 |
| 3.5" Bays | 2 | 2 |
| I/O | ||
| Front I/O | 1x USB-C, 2x USB-A 3.0, Audio | 2x USB-A 3.0, Audio |
| Price | ||
| MSRP | $100 | $50−50% |
| Release Date | Feb 2020 | Mar 2020 |
