be quiet! Pure Base 500DX
Expert rating8 / 10
- Brand:
- be quiet!
- Model:
- Pure Base 500DX
- Case Type:
- Mid-Tower
- Motherboard Support:
- ATX
- GPU Clearance:
- 369mm
- Max Radiator Front:
- 360mm
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Manufacturer: be quiet! Last updated: September 11, 2026
be quiet! Pure Base 500DX (Mid-Tower ATX/3 Pre-Installed ARGB Fans/Mesh Front Panel/Quiet-Meets-Airflow) Review
The Pure Base 500DX marked be quiet!'s move toward a more airflow- and RGB-friendly design without abandoning the brand's sound-dampening reputation entirely, a genuine departure GamersNexus specifically called out as "straying away from tradition."
Where be quiet!'s earlier cases prioritized acoustic dampening above all else, the 500DX's mesh front panel and included fans signal the brand adapting to buyer demand for both quiet operation and strong thermal performance. The 258mm PSU limit drops to 225mm if a bottom fan is fitted.
A Brand Known for Silence, Adding Airflow
Where be quiet!'s earlier cases prioritized acoustic dampening above all else, the 500DX's mesh front panel and included fans signal the brand adapting to buyer demand for both quiet operation and strong thermal performance.
Three Fans, Pre-Installed
Three Pure Wings 2 140mm fans come standard, giving buyers an airflow-ready case out of the box rather than requiring separate fan purchases.
Comparison to Alternatives
Against the be quiet! Silent Base 802 already on this site, the 500DX leans further into airflow and RGB aesthetics rather than the 802's maximum-silence positioning. Against the Lian Li Lancool 216 covered in this batch, the 500DX offers be quiet!'s acoustic engineering pedigree alongside a similar airflow-first mesh design.
Specifications
Identity
| Brand | be quiet! |
|---|---|
| Model | Pure Base 500DX |
| Typical Price | 110 USD |
Design
| Motherboard Support | ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX |
|---|---|
| Case Type | Mid-Tower |
| Panel Type | Tempered glass |
Clearance & Cooling
| GPU Clearance | 369 mm |
|---|---|
| CPU Cooler Clearance | 190 mm |
| Included Fans | 3 |
| Radiator Support | Front 360mm, top 240mm, rear 140mm |
| Front USB-C | Yes |
Class and layout
| Case Volume | 39.2 L |
|---|
Motherboard support
| Max Motherboard Size | ATX |
|---|
Component clearance
| PSU Max Length | 258 mm |
|---|
Power supply
| PSU Form Factor | ATX |
|---|
Liquid cooling
| Max Radiator Front | 360 mm |
|---|---|
| Max Radiator Top | 240 mm |
| Max Radiator Rear | 140 mm |
Fan support
| Included Fan Count | 3 |
|---|
Storage and expansion
| 2.5in Bays | 5 |
|---|---|
| 3.5in Bays | 2 |
| Expansion Slots | 7 |
Panels and materials
| Side Panel Material | Tempered Glass |
|---|
Front I/O and display
| Front USB-C Spec | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
|---|---|
| Front USB-A Ports | 1 |
| Dimensions | 450 x 232 x 443mm (L x W x H, excl. stands) |
|---|---|
| Source URL | https://www.bequiet.com/en/case/1854 |
Expert Review
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Expert rating8 / 10
be quiet! acoustics with more airflow and RGB than the brand's older cases offered.
Best for
- Buyers who want be quiet!'s acoustic reputation with more airflow and RGB than the brand's older cases offered.
Not for
- Buyers who want maximum silence above all else — the Silent Base 802 remains the better pick for that.
FAQs
What are the key specifications of the be quiet! Pure Base 500DX (Mid-Tower ATX/3 Pre-Installed ARGB Fans/Mesh Front Panel/Quiet-Meets-Airflow)?
The be quiet! Pure Base 500DX (Mid-Tower ATX/3 Pre-Installed ARGB Fans/Mesh Front Panel/Quiet-Meets-Airflow) is a PC case from be quiet!. Key specs: Case Type Mid-Tower, Motherboard Support ATX, mATX, ITX, Panel Type Tempered glass, Layout Mesh front, 3 pre-installed ARGB fans, Typical Price 110.
Will the be quiet! Pure Base 500DX (Mid-Tower ATX/3 Pre-Installed ARGB Fans/Mesh Front Panel/Quiet-Meets-Airflow) work with my current setup?
The be quiet! Pure Base 500DX (Mid-Tower ATX/3 Pre-Installed ARGB Fans/Mesh Front Panel/Quiet-Meets-Airflow) lists Motherboard Support is ATX, mATX, ITX. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.
Who is the be quiet! Pure Base 500DX (Mid-Tower ATX/3 Pre-Installed ARGB Fans/Mesh Front Panel/Quiet-Meets-Airflow) best suited to?
It suits buyers who want be quiet!'s acoustic reputation with more airflow and rgb than the brand's older cases offered..
What are the drawbacks of the be quiet! Pure Base 500DX (Mid-Tower ATX/3 Pre-Installed ARGB Fans/Mesh Front Panel/Quiet-Meets-Airflow)?
It is a poor fit for buyers who want maximum silence above all else — the silent base 802 remains the better pick for that..
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