be quiet! Pure Base 501 Mid Tower Case Black BG073 ATX
be quiet!
be quiet! Pure Base 501 Mid Tower Case Black BG073 ATX
The be quiet! Pure Base 501 is a compact mid-tower ATX case for builders who want clean design, good airflow, and practical cable management without unnecessary features. It fits high-end graphics cards and large coolers despite its streamlined footprint, making it suitable for powerful builds that don't demand a massive enclosure.
Why this product
Two 140mm fans included
Comes with 2 Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM fans (front and rear) optimized for airflow and noise reduction. Additional fans or radiators up to 360mm fit the front, up to 240mm at the top.
Supports large graphics cards
Accommodates GPUs up to 368mm long. PCIe slots rotate 90° for vertical GPU installation, with optional be quiet! Riser Cable for anti-sag support.
Compact, practical layout
Mid-tower dimensions (450 × 231 × 463mm) with 48.1L volume. Despite the size, it holds 2 × 3.5" and 5 × 2.5" drives, plus 7 full-height expansion slots.
Fast front connectivity
USB 3.2 Gen. 2 Type-C and 2 × USB 3.2 Gen. 1 Type-A ports on the front panel for modern peripheral and storage access.
Water cooling ready
Front, top and rear support radiators from 120mm to 360mm, enabling AIO or custom loop integration without modification.
- Case TypeMid Tower (ATX)
- Motherboard SupportATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
- Pre-Installed Fans2 × Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM
- Max GPU Length368mm
- Dimensions450 × 231 × 463mm
- Volume48.1 L
- Warranty3 Years
- SKUBEQ-979
- EAN4260052191798
- Fits ATX, Micro-ATX and Mini-ITX motherboards.
- Supports graphics cards up to 368mm in length; works with both standard horizontal and optional vertical (90° rotated PCIe slot) GPU mounting.
- Compatible with CPU coolers and radiators up to 360mm at the front and 240mm at the top.
- Vertical GPU installation requires the optional be quiet! Riser Cable for proper anti-sag support and safe mounting.
Best for
- Builders planning high-end single-GPU systems with large coolers
- Users prioritizing quiet operation and clean cable routing
- First-time builders who want a straightforward, feature-light design
- Water cooling enthusiasts with room for 360mm or smaller radiators
Trade-offs
- Multi-GPU systems or server builds. Only 7 full-height expansion slots without riser cards; limited to single PCIe add-in card installations.
- High-capacity storage rigs. Only 2 × 3.5" bays for mechanical drives; 5 × 2.5" slots are suited to SSDs.
- Builds needing more than 3 front-mounted cooling fans at once. The front can hold 3 × 120mm or 2 × 140mm fans, not both larger and more numerous fans simultaneously.
- Users who need extensive front I/O. Only 3 USB ports on the front panel (1 × USB-C Gen. 2, 2 × USB-A Gen. 1).
Pure Base 501 is a traditional, timeless and versatile be quiet! ATX case with compact dimensions.
Without any distractions, Pure Base 501 is reduced to excel at its core functions and is aimed at users that appreciate an unagitated presentation.
With optimization for maximum airflow, Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM is the perfect choice for Pure Base 501. 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.
Despite its compact dimensions, Pure Base 501 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 top area provides space for up to 3 fans or a radiator up to 240mm.
Why not try something else with your GPU? The PCIe slots of the Pure Base 501 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.
As a compact PC case, Pure Base 501 optimally uses the offered space. Thanks to cleverly integrated cable routing options, it makes cable management a breeze.
A USB 3.2 Gen. 2 Type C connector and 2 Type A ports on the front I/O port for fast and easy connectivity.
General
| Brand | be quiet! |
|---|---|
| Model | Pure Base 501 |
| Part Number | BG073 |
| Colour | Black |
| Materials | ABS / Steel |
Cooling & Airflow
| Pre-Installed Fans | 2 × Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM (1 × Front, 1 × Rear) |
|---|---|
| Front Fan Support | 3 × 120mm or 2 × 140mm |
| Top Fan Support | 2 × 120mm or 2 × 140mm |
| Rear Fan Support | 1 × 120mm or 1 × 140mm |
| Front Radiator Support | 360 / 280 / 240 / 140 / 120mm |
| Top Radiator Support | 240 / 120mm |
| Rear Radiator Support | 140 / 120mm |
Storage & Expansion
| Internal 3.5" Bays | 2 |
|---|---|
| Internal 2.5" Bays | 5 |
| Expansion Slots | 7 × Full-Height + 5 × Full-Height via Riser |
| Max GPU Length | 368mm (14.5") |
Connectivity & Physical
| Front USB Ports | 1 × USB 3.2 Gen. 2 Type-C, 2 × USB 3.2 Gen. 1 Type-A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (D × W × H) | 450 × 231 × 463mm (17.72" × 9.09" × 18.23") |
| Volume | 48.1 L |
| Weight | 6.7 kg |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
Shipping
All our products are shipped from the United Kingdom within 24 to 48 hours of purchase. See our Shipping and Returns page for full details.
Returns
- Tech Syndicate offers a full money-back guarantee on all purchases made in our store. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, we will provide a full refund, no questions asked.
- Refunds are available within 45 days of delivery.
- After the 45-day period you are no longer eligible for a refund, so we encourage you to try the product within the first few weeks to make sure it fits your needs.