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be quiet! Pure Base 500 ATX Midi Tower PC Case

Name: be quiet! Pure Base 500 ATX Midi Tower PC Case | Tempered Glass Window | Two Pre-Installed Low Noise Cooling Fans | Black | BGW34
Brand: be quiet!
SKU: B07TTKNRYY

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Bottom line: The be quiet! Pure Base 500 ATX Midi Tower PC Case: Exchangeable top cover: insulated silent panel or high-performance option; main trade-off: only two fans included; hotter builds may need extra fans bought separately.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Exchangeable top cover: insulated silent panel or high-performance option
✓ Two Pure Wings 2 140mm fans pre-installed
✓ Insulation mats on front, sides and regular top cover damp noise
✓ Tempered glass side window shows off your components
✓ Strong magnets hold either top cover firmly in place

Cons

✗ Only two fans included; hotter builds may need extra fans bought separately
✗ Insulation mats can trap more heat than mesh-front airflow cases
✗ Midi tower footprint is larger than microATX or mini-ITX cases
✗ GPU and radiator clearances not listed here; verify on the spec sheet

Manufacturer description

The be quiet! Pure Base 500 is an ATX midi tower case for people who want a quiet PC in a compact case. This black BGW34 model pairs a tempered glass side window with insulation mats on the front, the sides and the regular top cover. The mats damp fan and drive noise before it leaves the chassis. Its standout feature is the exchangeable top cover. The regular cover has its own insulation mat and suits silent air-cooled builds. Swap in the high-performance top cover when your build needs more airflow. Strong magnets hold whichever cover you choose firmly in place. Two Pure Wings 2 140mm fans…

SpecPicks Verdict

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the be quiet! Pure Base 500 come with case fans?

Yes. It ships with two pre-installed be quiet! Pure Wings 2 140mm fans, tuned for quiet airflow.

What is the difference between the two top covers?

The regular top cover has an insulation mat underneath for silent air-cooled systems. The high-performance top cover is built for systems that need more airflow. Both attach with strong magnets.

How does the Pure Base 500 keep noise down?

Insulation mats line the front panel, both side panels and the regular top cover to damp noise, and the two included Pure Wings 2 140mm fans are designed for quiet operation.

What motherboard size does this case fit?

The Pure Base 500 is an ATX midi tower. For support of smaller boards such as microATX or mini-ITX, check the manufacturer's spec sheet.

Will my graphics card or liquid cooling radiator fit?

Maximum GPU length, CPU cooler height and radiator sizes are not stated here. Check the be quiet! product page or the listing for current clearance specs before you buy.

Key Features

Exchangeable top cover for silent or high-performance systems
Two preinstalled Pure Wings 2 140mm fans ensure a silent airflow
Insulation mats on the front, sides and the regular top cover

Full Specifications

Brand	be quiet!
Color	Black
Material	Tempered Glass
Case Type	Mini-Tower
Model Name	BGW34
Model Number	BGW34
Compatibility	PC
Built-In Media	Pure Base 500 Window Black Cases
Cooling Method	Air, Water
Item Type Name	be quiet! BGW34 Pure Base 500 Window Black, ATX, midi tower computer case, tempered glass window, two preinstalled fans
Number of Fans	2
Mfr Part Number	BGW34
Number of Items	1
Total Usb Ports	2
Antenna Location	Home Needs
Compatible Devices	ATX motherboards, full-size graphics cards, standard cooling solutions (up to 360mm radiator or 190mm cooler height)
Enclosure Material	Tempered Glass
Total USB 3.0 Ports	2
Warranty Description	3 year manufacturer
Hard Disk Form Factor	3.5 inches
Full listing title	be quiet! Pure Base 500 ATX Midi Tower PC Case \| Tempered Glass Window \| Two Pre-Installed Low Noise Cooling Fans \| Black \| BGW34

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