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be quiet! Light Base 500 LX Black PC Case, Fully Windowed Front and Side | Show case, Dual Chamber, Mid Tower Gaming Computer Case, ARGB Fan hub, 4 Light Wings LX PWM Fans, Backside Connector Design
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be quiet! Light Base 500 LX Black PC Case

Bottom line: The be quiet! Light Base 500 LX Black PC 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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Mike Perry — Hardware researcher since 2014, focused on GPU performance across gaming, rendering, and local-LLM inference. Synthesises community benchmarks, manufacturer specs, and public forum data into actionable buying guides.

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SpecPicks scored be quiet! Light Base 500 LX Black PC 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

  • The angled fan frame in the side is not only a testament to elegance and functionality but also directs more air towards the GPU – a part that traditionally requires a lot of it. It provides a neat cutout that works as an efficient air intake. For an easy installation of fans, it slides out to the top. Cable management is easier than ever before with a channel that hides your equipment elegantly. If you install additional fans in the bottom, they line up perfectly with the case floor due to a lowered fan bay.
  • Light Base 500 LX Black features 4 preinstalled Light Wings LX fans. The rear fan is a Light Wings LX 120mm, the fans on the side are Light Wings LX 120mm PWM fans with reversed fan blades. All fans feature 16 LEDs inside their hub of the impeller, making for an unmistakable ARGB illumination. The reversed fan blades make sure that their pretty side is always visible.
  • Light Base 500 LX Black might appear compact, but it comes with enough space for a 360mm radiator, an ATX motherboard and graphics cards up to 400mm length. The smart design of the drive bracket features slots for 2 HDD and 2 SSDs at the same time, without impeding the room for cable management behind the motherboard tray.
  • The motherboard tray fully supports backside connector designs like Asus BTF (Back to Future), MSI Project Zero, and Gigabyte Project Stealth, for a true and cable-free view. To enable backside connector support without giving up a drive slot, the position of the PSU and drive bracket are simply swapped!
  • For those who appreciate subtle illumination without compromising on performance, the Light Base 500 LX Black adds a touch of sophistication to the core design thanks to the included Light Wings LX fans. An ARGB controller button with predefined lighting effects and colors is integrated into the I/O panel. The preinstalled rear fan and daisy-chained side fans are connected to a 6-way ARGB and PWM hub, leaving 4 free connectors for additional devices.

Full Specifications

Brandbe quiet!
ColorBlack
MaterialTempered Glass
Case TypeTower
Model NameBGW85
Model NumberBGW85
CompatibilityPC
Mfr Part NumberBGW85
Antenna LocationGaming
Compatible DevicesATX motherboards, graphics cards up to 400mm, 360mm radiators, multiple storage drives
Enclosure MaterialTempered Glass
Total USB 3.0 Ports2
Number of USB 3 Ports2
Supported MotherboardATX
Internal Bays Quantity4
Item Dimensions D x W x H17"D x 12"W x 17"H
Motherboard CompatabilityATX
Power Supply Mounting TypeBottom Mount
Recommended Uses For ProductGaming
Global Trade Identification Number04260052193884
Full listing titlebe quiet! Light Base 500 LX Black PC Case, Fully Windowed Front and Side | Show case, Dual Chamber, Mid Tower Gaming Computer Case, ARGB Fan hub, 4 Light Wings LX PWM Fans, Backside Connector Design

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