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Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm vs Thrustmaster T818 Servo Base - Black Edition

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Verdict

Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm leads on 8 criteria vs 5 for Thrustmaster T818 Servo Base - Black Edition (8 tied).

  • Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm is 6% cheaper

  • Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm delivers 20% more torque (12Nm vs 10Nm) — 10Nm may clip in some titles, 12Nm provides more headroom

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

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

  • Thrustmaster T818 Servo Base - Black Edition has RGB LEDs — customizable colors and richer visual alerts

  • Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm offers better torque value (21% less per Nm)

Specs comparison

Spec
Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm
Thrustmaster T818 Servo Base - Black Edition
Force Feedback
Direct Drive
Direct Drive
Max Torque
12Nm
—
Sustained Torque
—
10Nm
Max Rotation
—
1,080°
Motor Type
Servo
—
Encoder Resolution
22bits
—
Quick Release
Asetek QR
Thrustmaster Fast Release
Ecosystem
Asetek
Thrustmaster
QR Data Transport
USB Passthrough
Proprietary Pins
Platforms
PC
PC
PSU Power
180W
168W
Housing Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
RGB LEDs
SimHub Compatible
Software
Racehub
Thrustmaster Control Panel
Mobile App
Mounting Options
Bottom Mount, Front Mount, Side Mount, Desk Clamp
Bottom Mount, Desk Clamp
Emergency Stop
None
None
Connectivity
USB
USB
USB Passthrough
Integrated
None
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
No
Latest Firmware
2026-10-26
2025-11-24
Dimensions
293 x 132 x 133
192 x 224 x 180
Weight
8.5kg
5kg

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

Thrustmaster T818 Servo Base - Black Edition

  • UrbanTechBest price
    575.00 €Buy
  • SimRaceWebshopOut of stock
    595.03 €Buy
  • ldlc
    599.95 €Buy
  • materielnet
    599.95 €Buy
  • Thrustmaster
    599.99 €Buy

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Frequently asked questions

Which is the better choice, the Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm or the Thrustmaster T818 Servo Base - Black Edition?

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 Thrustmaster T818 Servo Base - Black Edition 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 Thrustmaster?

Each brand has its own ecosystem: quick release, data link, drivers. Asetek SimSports and Thrustmaster 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 Thrustmaster T818 Servo Base - Black Edition 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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