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be quiet! Pure Base 501 LX White Mid-Tower ATX Case | High Airflow | 4 Preinstalled Light Wings LX PWM Fans | ARGB Lighting with Controller and PWM hub | Optimized Air Pressure Case | BGW79
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be quiet! Pure Base 501 LX White Mid-Tower ATX Case

Bottom line: The be quiet! Pure Base 501 LX White Mid-Tower ATX Case is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the pc cases category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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SpecPicks scored be quiet! Pure Base 501 LX White Mid-Tower ATX Case using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the pc cases category. be quiet!'s pc cases lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for pc cases of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Pure Base 501 LX White is for the ARGB enthusiasts out there. With 4 preinstalled Light Wings LX PWM fans, this case is predetermined to be your next show case. With its countless modes and colors and the possibility to synchronize your ARGB effects, Pure Base 501 LX White leaves nothing to be desired. To support a full ARGB ecosystem, a hub for 6 ARGB devices and PWM fans is installed behind the motherboard tray.
  • With optimization for maximum airflow, Light Wings LX 120mm PWM White is the right choice for any case configuration that demands high cooling performance. Its 7 airflow-optimized fan blades not only reduce noise-generating turbulences but also ensure Light Wings LX PWM White provides the performance that is needed, even in demanding configurations. 3 Light Wings LX 120mm PWM White pull cool air from the front, while a large 140mm fan exhausts the warm air through the rear.
  • Despite its compact dimensions, Pure Base 501 LX White offers enough space for high-end graphics cards and large coolers. Triple fans or a radiator up to 360mm can be installed easily at the front, while top area provides space for up to 2 fans or a radiator up to 240mm.
  • Why not try something else with your GPU? The PCIe slots of the Pure Base 501 LX White can be rotated 90° for an upright installation of wide high-end graphics cards. The spacing is perfect for the optional be quiet! Riser Cable, whose foam base provides excellent anti-sag support for graphics cards in vertical orientation.
  • As a compact PC case, Pure Base 501 LX White optimally uses the offered space. Thanks to cleverly integrated cable routing options, it makes cable management a breeze.

Full Specifications

Brandbe quiet!
ColorWhite
MaterialTempered Glass
Case TypeMid Tower
Model NamePure Base 501 LX White
Unit Count1 Count
Model NumberBGW79
CompatibilityPC
Cooling MethodAir
Mfr Part NumberBGW79
Antenna LocationGaming
Compatible DevicesMotherboards (up to ATX), Graphics Cards (up to 330mm), Coolers (up to large size), Radiators (up to 360mm front, 240mm top), Standard Computer Components
Enclosure MaterialTempered Glass
Total USB 3.0 Ports3
Supported MotherboardATX
Internal Bays Quantity3
Motherboard CompatabilityATX
Power Supply Mounting TypeBottom Mount
Recommended Uses For ProductGaming
Global Trade Identification Number04260052192863
Full listing titlebe quiet! Pure Base 501 LX White Mid-Tower ATX Case | High Airflow | 4 Preinstalled Light Wings LX PWM Fans | ARGB Lighting with Controller and PWM hub | Optimized Air Pressure Case | BGW79

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