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Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm vs Conspit Ares Platinum 20Nm Direct Drive Wheelbase - CDR QR

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Verdict

Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm leads on 8 criteria vs 4 for Conspit Ares Platinum 20Nm Direct Drive Wheelbase - CDR QR (9 tied).

  • Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm is 47% cheaper

  • Conspit Ares Platinum 20Nm Direct Drive Wheelbase - CDR QR delivers 67% more torque (20Nm vs 12Nm) — both exceed the 12Nm sweet spot, the difference shows in force feedback detail

  • Different ecosystems: committing to Asetek or Conspit determines compatible wheels

  • Only Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm has USB passthrough — useful for SimHub dashboards and third-party wheels

  • Conspit Ares Platinum 20Nm Direct Drive Wheelbase - CDR QR offers better torque value (12% less per Nm)

Specs comparison

Spec
Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm
Conspit Ares Platinum 20Nm Direct Drive Wheelbase - CDR QR
Force Feedback
Direct Drive
Direct Drive
Max Torque
12Nm
20Nm
Motor Type
Servo
—
Encoder Resolution
22bits
23bits
Quick Release
Asetek QR
Conspit CDR
Ecosystem
Asetek
Conspit
QR Data Transport
USB Passthrough
—
Platforms
PC
PC
PSU Power
180W
400W
Housing Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
RGB LEDs
—
SimHub Compatible
—
Software
Racehub
Conspit Link 2.0
Mobile App
Mounting Options
Bottom Mount, Front Mount, Side Mount, Desk Clamp
Bottom Mount, Side Mount
Emergency Stop
None
Optional
Connectivity
USB
—
USB Passthrough
Integrated
—
Quick Release Included
Warranty
5ans
1ans
Slew Rate
4Nm/ms
9.5Nm/ms
Wheel Powered by the Base
Pedals Plug into the Base
Wheel-Side Quick Release
Included with the brand's wheels
Depends on the wheel
Other Brands' Wheels
Yes, with the official adapter
Yes, with the official adapter
Latest Firmware
2026-10-26
2026-10-28
Dimensions
293 x 132 x 133
134 x 150 x 270
Weight
8.5kg
7.9kg

Where to buy

Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm

  • SIMGASMOut of stock
    499.00 €Buy
  • SimRaceWebshopBest price
    544.46 €Buy
  • SimRaceTEQOut of stock
    549.00 €Buy
  • SimracerAT
    699.00 €Buy
  • Simufy
    699.99 €Buy

Conspit Ares Platinum 20Nm Direct Drive Wheelbase - CDR QR

  • TSSimshopOut of stock
    729.00 €Buy
  • SimufyBest price
    799.99 €Buy
  • simmotion
    829.00 €Buy
  • TFS
    829.90 €Buy
  • SimRaceWebshopOut of stock
    832.07 €Buy

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Frequently asked questions

Which is the better choice, the Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm or the Conspit Ares Platinum 20Nm Direct Drive Wheelbase - CDR QR?

It depends on how you drive. The verdict above weighs the specs, the live prices and what the community reports, so you decide on facts rather than on a marketing sheet.

Where do you buy the Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm or the Conspit Ares Platinum 20Nm Direct Drive Wheelbase - CDR QR at the best price?

We compare the live prices of every shop we track for both products. The "Where to buy" section above shows the best offer of the day.

Are Asetek SimSports accessories compatible with Conspit?

Each brand has its own ecosystem: quick release, data link, drivers. Asetek SimSports and Conspit do not share theirs, so check the compatibility guide of the product, or let the builder check your whole setup.

The Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm or the Conspit Ares Platinum 20Nm Direct Drive Wheelbase - CDR QR for console sim racing?

Console support depends on the exact model: read the platform row of the spec table above. On PC both work without restriction.

How do you choose between these two?

Start with your budget, then your main use (GT, rally, drift, F1), then what your rig already has. The setup quiz narrows it down in three minutes.

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