Case be quiet! LIGHT BASE 500 LX Black Case ATX - BGW85

be quiet! LIGHT BASE 500 LX Black is a middle tower case for ATX, Micro ATX, and Mini ITX configurations, aimed at more serious gaming and enthusiast builds. You have tempered glass on the side, so the components and RGB are clearly visible without sacrificing strength. Inside, there is space for a graphics card up to 400 mm and an air cooler up to 185 mm, which opens up options for some serious GPUs and massive tower coolers. The four included fans provide a good foundation for airflow without having to think about additional fans right away.

What you get

The chassis is a middle tower, but with an internal volume that easily accommodates long graphics cards and taller coolers, so you won't have to worry about whether a larger GPU will fit. Support for ATX, Micro ATX, and Mini ITX gives you the freedom to choose a motherboard according to your budget and needs, without changing the case during upgrades. The tempered glass makes the build visible while also being stable and durable for transport. The four included fans plus the many positions for additional fans mean you can build serious airflow for powerful CPU/GPU configurations. The front I/O panel with USB 3.2 and Type-C makes it easy to connect fast flash drives, external drives, and modern peripherals without fumbling with the rear panel of the motherboard.

• Support for ATX, Micro ATX, and Mini ITX motherboards gives you flexibility in choice and future upgrades.
• Middle Tower form factor, compact enough for a desk, but with space for a powerful gaming or workstation build.
• Maximum graphics card length up to 400 mm, suitable for today's large high-end GPU models.
• Maximum cooler height up to 185 mm, allowing installation of large air coolers for quieter and more efficient operation.
• A total of 4 included fans, so you have basic airflow right out of the box without additional costs.
• Many fan options: 3 x 120 mm at the bottom, 1 x 120 / 1 x 140 mm at the back, 3 x 120 mm on the side, and up to 2 x 140 / 3 x 120 mm on top for flexible cooling setup.
• Side panel made of tempered glass for a clean view of the components and a more solid feel compared to regular plexiglass.
• 7 expansion slots, sufficient for multi-GPU scenarios, capture cards, sound cards, or other PCIe devices.
• Storage options with 1 x 3.5" and 2 x 2.5" slots, suitable for a combination of one large HDD and up to two SSDs.
• I/O panel with 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 2 x USB 3.2 Type A, and HD Audio for easy access to fast ports and headphones/microphone at the front.

Who it is suitable for

This case is a good choice if you plan a mid-range to high-end gaming build or workstation with a large GPU, plenty of airflow, and visible components. It is also suitable if you want to experiment with more fans and side/bottom intake for lower temperatures. It is not the best option if you are aiming for a micro build with a maximum small size or a huge storage array with many 3.5" drives.

The combination of space for large components, four included fans, and tempered glass makes the LIGHT BASE 500 LX a practical case for a serious build, without having to compromise on cooling or visual style.