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

Warranty:
3-year manufacturer warranty

Identifiers:
? MPN: BGW83
? EAN: 4260052193808