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be quiet! Pure Base 500DX Case, Black, Mid Tower, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A / 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, Tempered Glass Side Window Panels, 3 x Pure Wings 2 140mm Black PWM Fans Included, ARGB LED Lighting Front Mesh Panel

be quiet! Pure Base 500DX Case, Black, Mid Tower, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A / 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, Tempered Glass Side Window Panels, 3 x Pure Wings 2 140mm Black PWM Fans Included, ARGB LED Lighting Front Mesh Panel

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be quiet! Pure Base 500DX Black PC Case

Exceptional Airflow, Impressively Quiet

The be quiet! Pure Base 500DX Black is engineered for high cooling performance and optimized airflow, making it ideal for performance-focused and water-cooled systems. Its air-permeable front and top covers, combined with whisper-quiet fans, deliver powerful cooling with low noise.


Key Features

  • High-airflow front panel and top cover for maximum cooling performance
  • 3 preinstalled Pure Wings 2 140mm fans for efficient, quiet airflow
  • ARGB LED lighting at the front and inside the case
  • Front I/O with USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C for modern hardware
  • Water-cooling ready for radiators up to 360mm
  • Support for up to 2 SSDs prominently displayed behind the window panel
  • Generous space for high-end graphics cards and CPU coolers
  • Tinted tempered glass side panel
  • 3-year manufacturer’s warranty

High Airflow & Maximum Performance

All components of the Pure Base 500DX Black are optimized for airflow and cooling performance.
- Extremely air-permeable front and top cover
- Ideal for powerful and water-cooled systems
- Removable dust filters at the front and bottom for easy cleaning


Whisper-Quiet Cooling with 3 Pure Wings 2 Fans

The case comes with 3 preinstalled Pure Wings 2 140mm fans with airflow-optimized blades for perfect airflow and outstanding cooling:

  • Front: 1x 140mm
  • Top: 1x 140mm
  • Rear: 1x 140mm

Despite its compact design, all preinstalled fans are 140mm models for very quiet operation. Up to two additional 140mm fans can be installed.


ARGB Illumination Inside and Out

Enhance your build with impressive ARGB lighting:

  • ARGB LEDs at the front and inside the case
  • Multiple colors and modes to personalize your system’s look
  • Optional synchronization with motherboard or ARGB controller

Smart Front I/O

Stay up to date with modern connectivity:

  • USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C on the front I/O for the latest devices
  • Front panel switch to control interior and exterior LEDs

Generous Space for High-End Hardware

The Pure Base 500DX Black offers flexible space for powerful components:

  • Supports high-end graphics cards
  • Supports CPU coolers up to 190mm in height
  • Front: fans or radiators up to 360mm
  • Top: space for additional fans or radiators up to 240mm

Storage & Cable Management

The case is designed for clean builds and attractive SSD presentation:

  • Install up to 5 SSDs in total
  • 2 SSDs can be positioned for prominent viewing through the window panel
  • Excellent cable routing options help keep your system tidy

Functional PSU Shroud

Achieve a neat and quiet interior:

  • PSU shroud hides power supply and cables
  • Integrated double HDD cage with decoupled mountings to reduce vibrations
  • HDD cage can be repositioned to accommodate front radiators up to 360mm
  • PSU can be easily installed from the rear using the supplied PSU bracket

Tempered Glass Side Window

Showcase your components in style:

  • Fully windowed side panel
  • Tinted, tempered glass with black painted side bars
  • Provides a clear view of your build’s interior

Technical Specifications

General

Specification Details
Model Pure Base 500DX Black
Color option Black
Motherboard compatibility ATX / M-ATX / Mini-ITX
Case size excl. stands (L x W x H) (mm) 450 x 232 x 443
Case size incl. stands (L x W x H) (mm) 450 x 232 x 463
PSU form factor ATX PS/2
Weight (kg) 7.8
Expansion slots 7

Preinstalled Fans

Position Model Size (mm)
Top Pure Wings 2 140mm 140 x 140 x 25
Front Pure Wings 2 140mm 140 x 140 x 25
Rear Pure Wings 2 140mm 140 x 140 x 25

Fan Performance (Per Fan @ 100% PWM / 12V)

Parameter Value
Fan speed (rpm) 900
Airflow (CFM / m³/h) 55.8 / 94.8
Air pressure (mm H₂O) 0.6
Noise level (dB(A)) 17.1
Voltage range (V DC) 12
Input power (W) 1.08
Input current (A) 0.09
Connector 3-pin
Lifespan (h / 25°C) 80,000
Fan controller -

Maximum Fan Installation

Position Supported Fan Sizes (mm)
Top 2x 120 / 2x 140
Front 3x 120 / 2x 140
Rear 1x 140
Bottom -
Side -
PSU shroud -

Optional Radiator Installation

Position Supported Radiator Sizes (mm)
Top 120 / 240
Front 120 / 140 / 240 / 280 / 360
Rear 120 / 140
Bottom -

PSU Compatibility

Configuration Maximum PSU Length (mm)
Excluding bottom fan 258
Including bottom fan 225

Graphics Card Clearance

HDD Cage Configuration Maximum GPU Length (mm)
HDD cage installed (in height of graphics card) 369
HDD cage removed (in height of graphics card) 369

Drive Bay Capacity

Drive Type Maximum Slots Included Slots
3.5" 2 2
2.5" 5 5
5.25" - -

Cooling & Airflow

Specification Details
Max CPU cooler height (mm) 190
Airflow channel Front / Top / Rear

Lighting

Feature Details
RGB LED illumination Front LED ARGB / Internal ARGB
LEDs synchronizable with RGB controller/motherboard -
Expandable RGB controller -

Front I/O Panel

Port / Feature Quantity / Details
USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 1
USB 2.0 -
HD Audio I/O Mic + Audio
Qi charger / Quick Charging -

Insulation & Damping

Feature Availability
Top panel insulation mats -
Front panel insulation mats -
Side panel insulation mats Yes
Anti-vibration decoupled HDD Yes
Anti-vibration decoupled fan -
Anti-vibration decoupled PSU Yes
Anti-vibration motherboard tray -

Dust Filters

Position Removable
Front Yes
Bottom Yes
Side -

Materials

Component Material
Top cover ABS
Front panel ABS
Side panel Steel
Side panel window 4mm tempered glass
Stands ABS

Scope of Delivery

Item Included
Screw set (drives/motherboard) Yes
Rubber rail -
Standoffs -
LCS bracket -
HDD slot cover -
Upper fan bracket -
HDD panel rubber grommet -
SSD bracket for PSU shroud -
LED strips -
Cable ties 6 / 4 (Velcro)

Logistics & Certifications

Specification Details
Article number BGW37
Certifications CE / RoHS
Package dimensions (L x W x H) (mm) 510 x 285 x 494
Gross weight, package (kg) 8.49
Pieces per packaging unit 1