be quiet! Light Base 500 LX BGW85 Mid-Tower Case, Tempered Glass, 4 x ARGB Light Wings LX Fans, High Airflow ATX Case, USB-C 10Gbps, 400mm GPU Support, Vertical GPU Mount, Black
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be quiet! Light Base 500 LX BGW85 Mid-Tower Case, Tempered Glass, 4 x ARGB Light Wings LX Fans, High Airflow ATX Case, USB-C 10Gbps, 400mm GPU Support, Vertical GPU Mount, Black
£128.98
be quiet! Light Base 500 LX – Premium ARGB Mid-Tower ATX Case (Black)
The be quiet! Light Base 500 LX is a premium mid-tower ATX PC case tailored for gamers, content creators, and hardware enthusiasts who want both high performance and a showcase-worthy build. With full tempered glass front and side panels, four pre-installed Light Wings LX 120 mm PWM ARGB fans, and a dual-chamber layout, it delivers smart airflow, clean cable management, and striking aesthetics.
Supporting back-connect motherboards, large graphics cards up to 400 mm, and radiators up to 360 mm, this case offers ample space and flexibility for modern high-end hardware. An integrated ARGB lighting hub further enhances customisation, making it an ideal foundation for visually impressive, performance-focused systems.
Key Features
- Four pre-installed Light Wings LX 120 mm PWM ARGB fans
- Strong airflow with dynamic, addressable RGB lighting
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3 side-mounted intake fans + 1 rear exhaust fan
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Angled slide-out side fan frame
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Optimised for efficient GPU cooling
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Tempered glass showcase design
- Full tempered glass front panel
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Tempered glass side panel with steel windowed section
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Back-connect motherboard support
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Enables clean front access and tidy cable routing
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High hardware compatibility
- Graphics card support up to 400 mm
- CPU cooler support up to 185 mm
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PSU length up to 200 mm
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Extensive cooling and radiator support
- Radiator support up to 360 mm
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Multiple fan and radiator configurations at top, side, rear, and bottom
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Dual PSU positioning
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Flexible layout options for different power supply setups
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Modern front I/O connectivity
- USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (10 Gbps)
- 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A
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3.5 mm audio combo jack
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Dust management
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Dust filters at side and bottom for cleaner airflow
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Vertical GPU mounting support (optional)
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Showcase your graphics card as a centerpiece
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Included ARGB lighting hub & controller
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6-way ARGB/PWM hub with 4 free connectors
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3-year manufacturer warranty
Full Specifications
General
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | Light Base 500 LX – Black |
| MPN | BGW85 |
| Case Size & Form Factor | Mid Tower |
| Motherboard Support | ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 432 × 305 × 436 mm |
| Net Weight | Approx. 10.95 kg |
| Colour | Black |
Materials & Finish
| Component | Material / Finish |
|---|---|
| Front Panel | Tempered Glass |
| Side Panel | Tempered Glass + Steel windowed section |
| Chassis | Steel (SGCC) + ABS plastic |
Cooling & Fan Support
Pre-installed Fans
- 4 × Light Wings LX 120 mm PWM ARGB
- 3 × side
- 1 × rear
Maximum Fan Installation
| Position | Supported Fans |
|---|---|
| Top | 2 × 140 mm / 3 × 120 mm |
| Side | 3 × 120 mm |
| Rear | 1 × 120 mm / 1 × 140 mm |
| Bottom | 3 × 120 mm |
Radiator Support
| Position | Supported Radiator Sizes |
|---|---|
| Top | 120 / 240 / 280 / 360 mm |
| Side | 120 / 240 mm |
| Rear | 120 mm |
Clearances
| Component | Maximum Size |
|---|---|
| CPU Cooler | 185 mm height |
| GPU Length | 400 mm |
| PSU Length | 200 mm |
Storage & Drive Bays
| Type | Quantity |
|---|---|
| 3.5" | 1 × bay |
| 2.5" | 2 × bays |
Expansion & Connectivity
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Expansion Slots | 7 |
| Front I/O Ports | 1 × USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (10 Gbps) |
| 2 × USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A | |
| 1 × 3.5 mm audio combo jack | |
| Back-Connect Support | Yes |
Special Features
- Optional vertical GPU mounting
- Angled side fan bracket for superior GPU cooling airflow
- Dual chamber layout for clean cable routing and component separation
- ARGB lighting hub & controller included
- 6-way ARGB/PWM hub with 4 free connectors
- Dust filters at side and bottom positions
Warranty
- 3-year manufacturer warranty
Identifiers
| Identifier | Code |
|---|---|
| Article No. | BGW85 |
| EAN Code | 4260052193884 |
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