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be quiet! Pure Base 500DX ATX Mid Tower PC case

Status: be quiet! Pure Base 500DX ATX Mid Tower PC case: Unavailable on Amazon as of 2026-10-20 16:14 UTC. SpecPicks has no in-stock listing with matching specs on file; the search below lists current offers. eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.

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Bottom line: The be quiet! Pure Base 500DX ATX Mid Tower PC case: Three Pure Wings 2 140mm fans pre-installed, no separate fan purchase needed; main trade-off: ARGB strips are fixed to the case, so lighting layout is not reconfigurable.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Three Pure Wings 2 140mm fans pre-installed, no separate fan purchase needed
✓ Mesh front panel plus vented top cover for high-airflow intake
✓ ARGB lighting built into the front and case interior, no controller needed
✓ USB 3.1 Type-C Gen 2 front I/O for current-gen peripherals
✓ Radiator support up to 360mm for AIO or custom water cooling

Cons

✗ ARGB strips are fixed to the case, so lighting layout is not reconfigurable
✗ Mesh airflow front panel filters less than a solid, dampened front door
✗ Mid tower ATX footprint, so no EATX or dual-radiator-front builds
✗ Double HDD cage takes basement space you may want for cable slack

Manufacturer description

The be quiet! Pure Base 500DX is an ATX mid tower built for builders who want airflow and quiet running from the same chassis. Its mesh intake front panel and vented top cover feed three pre-installed Pure Wings 2 140mm fans, so you get a full three-fan cooling setup out of the box instead of buying fans separately. ARGB LED strips run along the front and inside the case, giving you accent lighting without a controller purchase or a windowed void. The tempered glass side window shows off the build, and up to two SSDs mount prominently behind that panel so your storage becomes part of the…

SpecPicks Verdict

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many fans come with the Pure Base 500DX?

Three Pure Wings 2 140mm fans ship pre-installed. be quiet! rates the trio for high cooling performance with silent operation, so most builds run as-is without extra fans.

Can I fit a 360mm AIO radiator in this case?

Yes. The Pure Base 500DX is water cooling ready for radiators up to 360mm. Confirm your specific AIO's radiator and tubing dimensions against the case listing before ordering.

Does the Pure Base 500DX have USB-C on the front panel?

Yes, front I/O includes USB 3.1 Type-C Gen 2, so you can connect current-generation phones, docks, and external SSDs without a rear-panel adapter.

How many drives can I install?

Up to five SSDs in total, with two mountable prominently behind the tempered glass window. There is also a double HDD cage on decoupled mountings to reduce drive vibration.

Is the ARGB lighting worth it, or should I buy a cheaper case?

Front and interior ARGB strips are built in, so you skip a separate strip and controller. Buyers rate the combined airflow and lighting package highly.

Key Features

High airflow intake front panel and top cover for maximum performance
ARGB LED at the front and inside the case
USB 3.1 Type C Gen. 2 for latest hardware
Water cooling ready for radiators of up to 360mm

Full Specifications

Brand	be quiet!
Color	BLACK
Material	Top coverABS Side panelSteel Side panel window4mm tempered glass Front panelABS StandsABS
Case Type	Mid Tower
Model Name	BGW37
Unit Count	1 Count
Light Color	RGB
Connectivity	USB
Model Number	BGW37
Compatibility	PC
Cooling Method	Air, Water
Number of Fans	3
Mfr Part Number	BGW37
Total Usb Ports	2
Antenna Location	Gaming
Compatible Devices	Motherboards, power supply units, storage drives, expansion cards, cooling systems (radiators up to 360mm)
Enclosure Material	Top coverABS Side panelSteel Side panel window4mm tempered glass Front panelABS StandsABS
Total USB 2.0 Ports	1
Total USB 3.0 Ports	1
Warranty Description	3 years
Full listing title	be quiet! Pure Base 500DX ATX Mid Tower PC case \| ARGB \| 3 Pre-Installed Pure Wings 2 Fans \| Tempered Glass Window \| Black \| BGW37

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