{"product_id":"be-quiet-bg074-pure-base-501-airflow-mid-tower-case","title":"be quiet! BG074 Pure Base 501 Airflow Mid Tower Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe be quiet! BG074 Pure Base 501 Airflow is a compact mid-tower ATX case designed for builders who want practical cooling and cable management without unnecessary complexity. It suits anyone building a high-performance PC in a space-conscious footprint, from gaming rigs to workstations, and solves the challenge of fitting substantial coolers and graphics cards into a mid-tower frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eWhy This Product\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAirflow-optimized front and top panels\u003c\/strong\u003e — High-intake design with a pre-installed Pure Wings 3 140mm fans front and rear ensures strong air pressure for demanding components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits large coolers and GPUs\u003c\/strong\u003e — Supports graphics cards up to 368mm long, front radiators to 360mm, and top radiators to 240mm despite the compact footprint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertical GPU mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e — PCIe slots rotate 90° to mount graphics cards upright; pairs with an optional be quiet! Riser Cable for anti-sag support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast front connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e — USB 3.2 Gen. 2 Type C (10 Gb\/s) and two Gen. 1 Type A ports on the front I\/O panel for quick device access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmart cable routing\u003c\/strong\u003e — Integrated channels and pathways simplify cable management and keep internal airflow paths clear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eCase Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMid Tower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMotherboard Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003ePre-Installed Fans\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2 x Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMax GPU Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e368mm (14.5\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eFront Radiator Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 360mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eInternal Volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e48 liters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eDrive Bays (2.5\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e5 total\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eFront I\/O\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1x USB 3.2 Gen. 2 Type C, 2x USB 3.2 Gen. 1 Type A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Supports ATX, Micro-ATX, and Mini-ITX motherboards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Fits graphics cards up to 368mm (14.5 inches) in length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Accepts up to 7 expansion cards via PCIe slots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Houses up to 5 internal 2.5-inch drives (3 in removable cage, 2 behind motherboard) and 2 larger 3.5-inch drives in the cage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: Front radiator support is limited to 360mm; larger radiators will not fit the front panel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eBest For \/ Trade-offs\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilders combining high-end components in a compact footprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsers prioritizing airflow and thermal performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose who value clean aesthetics and straightforward design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVertical GPU mounting enthusiasts seeking a dedicated feature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrade-offs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLarge form-factor builds:\u003c\/b\u003e While versatile, this is a mid-tower with 48 liters of volume—significantly smaller than full-tower cases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExtreme radiator setups:\u003c\/b\u003e Top mounting is capped at 240mm and front at 360mm; custom water loops beyond these limits require case modifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDual-GPU configurations:\u003c\/b\u003e The case is optimized for single-GPU builds; space constraints make adding a second graphics card impractical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003ePure Base 501 Airflow Black is a traditional, timeless and versatile be quiet! ATX case with compact dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWithout any distractions, Pure Base 501 Airflow Black is reduced to excel at its core functions and is aimed at users that appreciate an unagitated presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith optimization for maximum airflow, Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM is the perfect choice for Pure Base 501 Airflow Black. Its 7 airflow-optimized fan blades not only reduce noise-generating turbulences but also ensure Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM provides the performance that is needed for demanding configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDespite its compact dimensions, Pure Base 501 Airflow Black offers enough space for high-end graphics cards and large coolers. Triple fans or a radiator up to 360mm can be installed easily at the front, while the top area provides space for up to 2 fans or a radiator up to 240mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhy not try something else with your GPU? The PCIe slots of the Pure Base 501 Airflow Black can be rotated 90° for an upright installation of wide high-end graphics cards. The spacing is perfect for the optional be quiet! Riser Cable, whose foam base provides excellent anti-sag support for graphics cards in vertical orientation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a compact PC case, Pure Base 501 Airflow Black optimally uses the offered space. Thanks to cleverly integrated cable routing options, it makes cable management a breeze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA USB 3.2 Gen. 2 Type C connector and 2 Type A ports on the front I\/O port for fast and easy connectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Pure Base 501 stands for the courage to be clear! A case that harmonizes function and form. Every detail is designed to be uncompromisingly practical for everyday use and elegant at the same time. 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