PC Case be quiet! Pure Base 501 LX White Midi Tower

The be quiet! Pure Base 501 LX White Midi Tower is a compact ATX PC case designed for strong airflow and reliable cooling. The white chassis includes a side window and comes equipped with three 120 mm ARGB front fans and one 140 mm rear fan. It supports Mini-ATX, Micro-ATX and ATX motherboards, accepts 2.5" and 3.5" drives, and fits standard PS2 power supplies, offering a practical balance of size and component compatibility.

Advantages

Pure Base 501 LX White combines high airflow with ARGB lighting control, delivering both cooling performance and customizable illumination. The case offers multiple drive mounting options (two 3.5" and five 2.5" bays), a tempered glass side panel for component visibility, and compact external dimensions (231 mm W x 450 mm D x 463 mm H) while remaining compatible with full-size ATX systems.

Suitable for

• Mid-tower gaming builds with ARGB lighting
• Home or office systems requiring good airflow
• Builds with multiple 2.5" and 3.5" storage drives

Key specifications

• Form factor: Midi Tower (ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ATX)
• Preinstalled fans: 3 × 120 mm front ARGB, 1 × 140 mm rear
• Drive bays: 2 × 3.5" and 5 × 2.5"
• Side panel: Tempered glass
• Power supply: PS2 type (not included)
• Material: Steel, ABS, Glass
• Dimensions (W×D×H): 231 × 450 × 463 mm
• Weight: 7.9 kg
• Colour: White
• Manufacturer codes: MPN BGW79, EAN 4260052192863

How to use

Install the motherboard compatible with ATX, Micro-ATX or Mini-ATX form factors and mount storage drives into the dedicated 3.5" or 2.5" bays. Fit a PS2-compatible power supply into the PSU compartment and connect power and front-panel cables. The preinstalled ARGB front fans and rear fan provide airflow out of the box; connect the fan and ARGB headers to your motherboard or controller to manage lighting and fan profiles.

Recommendations

For optimal cooling, maintain unobstructed airflow through the front intake fans and ensure cable routing behind the motherboard tray. If using high-performance components, verify radiator and GPU clearance before final assembly.