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Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm vs Simagic Alpha EVO 12Nm

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Verdict

Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm leads on 5 criteria vs 4 for Simagic Alpha EVO 12Nm (12 tied).

  • Simagic Alpha EVO 12Nm is 13% cheaper

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

  • Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm has integrated USB passthrough — SimHub dashboards and third-party wheels work without adapters

  • Simagic Alpha EVO 12Nm has RGB LEDs — customizable colors and richer visual alerts

  • Simagic Alpha EVO 12Nm offers better torque value (12% less per Nm)

Specs comparison

Spec
Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm
Simagic Alpha EVO 12Nm
Force Feedback
Direct Drive
Direct Drive
Max Torque
12Nm
12Nm
Motor Type
Servo
Servo
Encoder Resolution
22bits
21bits
Quick Release
Asetek QR
Simagic QR
Ecosystem
Asetek
Simagic
QR Data Transport
USB Passthrough
Pogo Pins / Contacts
Platforms
PC
PC
PSU Power
180W
—
Housing Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
RGB LEDs
SimHub Compatible
Software
Racehub
Simpro Manager
Mobile App
Mounting Options
Bottom Mount, Front Mount, Side Mount, Desk Clamp
Bottom Mount, Front Mount, Side Mount, Desk Clamp
Emergency Stop
None
Optional
Connectivity
USB
USB
USB Passthrough
Integrated
Optional
Cooling
—
Active
Quick Release Included
Warranty
5ans
2ans
Slew Rate
4Nm/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
2026-09-22
Dimensions
293 x 132 x 133
281 x 130 x 110
Weight
8.5kg
6.236kg

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

Simagic Alpha EVO 12Nm

  • SimracerATBest price
    480.00 €Buy
  • SimRaceTEQ
    499.20 €Buy
  • simmotionOut of stock
    509.00 €Buy
  • SimHub
    511.99 €Buy
  • Simline
    539.36 €Buy

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Frequently asked questions

Which is the better choice, the Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm or the Simagic Alpha EVO 12Nm?

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 Simagic Alpha EVO 12Nm 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 Simagic?

Each brand has its own ecosystem: quick release, data link, drivers. Asetek SimSports and Simagic 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 Simagic Alpha EVO 12Nm 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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