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be quiet! Pure Base 501 DX White Mid-Tower ATX PC Case (Boxed)

SKU 20445 Brand be quiet! EAN13 4260052192849
Compact white mid-tower ATX case with three pre-installed 140mm fans, tempered glass side panel, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, and support for radiators up to 360mm for quiet, high-performance PC builds.
PC Cases - Motherboard Support ATX Micro ATX Mini ITX
PC Cases - Radiator Support 120 mm 140 mm 240 mm 360 mm
PC Cases - Included Fans 3
PC Cases - Front I/O Audio Jacks USB C Gen2
PC Cases - GPU Orientation Vertical Supported
PC Cases - Form Factor Mid Tower
PC Cases - Max GPU Length 331–360 mm
PC Cases - Color White
PC Cases - CPU Cooler Clearance 170+ mm

The be quiet! Pure Base 501 DX is a compact mid-tower ATX case designed for builders seeking a balance between performance and quiet operation. Despite its modest footprint of 450x231x463mm, it accommodates high-end components including graphics cards up to 368mm and CPU coolers up to 178mm. The case comes pre-installed with three Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM fans positioned at the front, top, and rear for optimized airflow and pressure balance.

The case features a tempered glass side panel for showcasing internal components, ARGB LED lighting along the front and top edges, and USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C connectivity on the front I/O panel alongside audio output. It supports multiple motherboard form factors (ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX) and offers extensive cooling flexibility with radiator support up to 360mm on the front, 240mm on top, and 140mm on the rear. The case includes 7 expansion slots, 2x 3.5" drive bays, and 5x 2.5" drive bays, accommodating both traditional and modern storage configurations.

Key specifications and features:

  • Dimensions: 450 x 231 x 463 mm (39.2L volume)
  • Weight: 7.9 kg (net), 9.2 kg (boxed)
  • Motherboard Support: ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
  • Max GPU Length: 368 mm
  • Max CPU Cooler Height: 178 mm
  • Max PSU Length: 200 mm
  • Pre-installed Fans: 3x Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM (57.4 CFM, 21.9 dB at full speed)
  • Radiator Support: Front 360mm, Top 240mm, Rear 140mm
  • Drive Bays: 2x 3.5", 5x 2.5"
  • Front I/O: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, Audio output
  • Materials: ABS, Steel, Tempered Glass
  • Warranty: 3 Years
TypeATX Mid-Tower
ColorWhite
Dimensions (L x W x H)450 x 231 x 463 mm
Volume39.2 L
Net Weight7.9 kg
Boxed Weight9.2 kg
MaterialsABS, Steel, Tempered Glass
Motherboard SupportATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
Expansion Slots7
3.52
2.55
5.250
Max GPU Length368 mm
Max CPU Cooler Height178 mm
Max PSU Length200 mm
PSU Form FactorATX PS/2
Pre-installed Fans3x Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM (Front, Top, Rear)
Fan Speed (100% PWM)1200 RPM
Fan Airflow (100% PWM)57.4 CFM / 97.5 m³/h
Fan Noise Level (100% PWM)21.9 dB(A)
Fan Voltage Range5 - 13.2 V DC
Fan Power Consumption3.6 W
Fan Lifespan80,000 h @ 25°C
Maximum Fans Supported6
Front Radiator Support120mm, 140mm, 240mm, 280mm, 360mm
Top Radiator Support120mm, 240mm
Rear Radiator Support120mm, 140mm
Front I/O ConnectorsUSB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, Audio output
Side PanelTempered Glass
LightingARGB LED strips (front and top edges)
GPU MountingHorizontal (standard), Vertical (optional)
Warranty3 Years
Recommended Retail Price€129.90