The be quiet! Light Base 500 is a premium mid-tower ATX PC case designed for high-performance gaming systems and modern hardware layouts. Featuring tempered glass front and side panels, it provides a stunning view of internal components while maintaining excellent airflow through its optimised fan layout. With support for the latest GPUs, 360 mm radiators, and back-connect motherboards, this case offers exceptional flexibility and future-proofing. Silent operation, clever cooling design, and a clean, minimalist aesthetic make it perfect for enthusiasts who value both style and performance.
Key Features • Tempered glass front and side panels • Angled slide-out side fan frame for enhanced GPU cooling • 4 x preinstalled Pure Wings 3 120 mm PWM fans • Supports radiators up to 360 mm • Supports back-connect (rear-connector) motherboard designs • Dual PSU positioning options • USB-C 10 Gbps front I/O • Vertical GPU mounting support • Clean, zero-RGB aesthetic • 3-year manufacturer warranty
Full Specification
Model: Light Base 500 – Black (BGW83)
Case Type: Mid Tower
Motherboard Support: ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
Dimensions (L x W x H): 432 x 305 x 436 mm
Weight: Approx. 10.91 kg
Materials: • Tempered glass front panel • Tempered glass side panel • Steel (SGCC) frame • ABS plastic elements • Colour: Black
Cooling & Airflow: Preinstalled fans: • 3 x Pure Wings 3 120 mm PWM (side – reverse airflow) • 1 x Pure Wings 3 120 mm PWM (rear)
Fan Mounting Support (Maximum): • Front: Up to 3 x 120 mm OR 2 x 140 mm • Top: Up to 3 x 120 mm OR 2 x 140 mm • Side: Up to 3 x 120 mm (angled, slide-out bracket – ideal for GPU cooling) • Rear: 1 x 120 mm • Bottom: 1 x 120 mm (when PSU is mounted in top position)
Radiator Support: • Top: 120 / 240 / 280 / 360 mm • Side: 120 / 240 mm • Rear: 120 mm
Clearances: • Max CPU cooler height: 185 mm • Max GPU length: 400 mm
Storage Support: • 2 x 3.5" drive bays • 2 x 2.5" SSD bays
Expansion: • 7 PCIe slots • Vertical GPU mounting support
Front I/O Ports: • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (10 Gbps) • 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A • 1 x 3.5 mm audio jack (combined)
Power Supply Support: • PSU not included • Supports power supplies up to 200 mm • Two PSU installation positions available
Special Features: • Angled slide-out side fan bracket for direct GPU airflow • Support for back-connect motherboard designs • Clean, zero-RGB aesthetic • Optimised silent airflow • Cable-friendly interior layout
Radiator Support:Front: NoneTop: Up to 360 mmSide: Up to 240 mmRear: 120 mmBottom: None
Accessories
Screw set (Drives/Motherboard)1 x Additional standoffs5 x Cable tiesVGA holder for inverted layout
Warranty
3 Years
Form Factor
Mid Tower
Package Weight
14.0000 kg
Additional Features
Angled slide-out fan frame on the side routes air to GPUFans can be installed in the lowered fan bayTwo possible PSU positionsBack connector motherboard supportSee Overview for more details
Colour
Black
Weight/Dimensions
10.91 kgExcl. Stands (LxWxH): 432 x 305 x 410 mmIncl. Stands (LxWxH): 432 x 305 x 436 mmVolume: 49.6L
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C2 x USB 3.2 Type-AMic + Audio
Drive Bays
2 x 3.5"2 x 2.5"
Compatibility
GPU Max Height:400 mmMax PCIe slots with vertical GPU: 4CPU Cooler Max Height:185mmPSU:200 mm
Small Form Factor
No
Expansion Slots
7 x Expansion Slots
Cooling System
Included: Side: 3 x Pure Wings 3 Reverse 120mm PWM FansRear: 1 x Pure Wings 3 120mm PWM FanFan Mounts:Front: NoneTop: 2 x 140 / 3 x 120 mmSide: 3 x 120 mmRear: 1 x 140 / 1 x 120 mmBottom: 3 x 120 mm
LED Colour
None
Case Colour
Black
USB 3.0
2
Side Panel
Panoramic Tempered Glass
Window(s)
Yes (Window)
PSU Included
None
Back-Connect MB Support
Yes
Max Radiator Support
360mm
Delivery date
Carrier
Information
Delivery
Next Day (Orders Before 4PM)
* with direct payment methods (e.g. credit card)
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