be quiet! Light Base 500 LX BGW85 – ARGB Mid-Tower, USB-C 10Gbps
be quiet! Light Base 500 LX BGW85 — Black Mid-Tower ATX Case
4× ARGB Light Wings LX fans, Tempered Glass, USB-C 10Gbps, High-Airflow Design
The be quiet! Light Base 500 LX (BGW85) is a premium mid-tower ATX case designed for gamers, creators and enthusiasts who want a true showcase build without compromising cooling performance. With full tempered glass front and side panels, four pre-installed Light Wings LX ARGB PWM fans and a dual-chamber layout, the Light Base 500 LX delivers clean cable management, strong airflow and flexible hardware support — including GPUs up to 400 mm and radiators up to 360 mm.
Key Features & Benefits
• 4 × pre-installed Light Wings LX 120 mm PWM ARGB fans for high airflow and striking lighting
• Full tempered glass front and side panels for a premium showcase build
• Angled slide-out side fan frame to direct airflow across the GPU for lower temperatures
• Supports back-connect motherboards for a clean, uncluttered front view
• GPU clearance up to 400 mm to accommodate the largest modern graphics cards
• Supports up to 360 mm radiators for serious all-in cooling setups
• Dual PSU positioning for flexible layouts and custom builds
• Front I/O includes USB-C 3.2 Gen2 (10 Gbps) plus USB-A for modern connectivity
• ARGB/PWM hub included (6-way with extra ports) for easy fan and lighting control
• Dust filters at side and bottom to maintain clean internal airflow and reduce maintenance
• Vertical GPU mounting support for premium presentation and alternative cooling options
• 3-year manufacturer warranty for long-term peace of mind
Technical Specifications
Model: Light Base 500 LX – Black (BGW85)
Case Type: Mid Tower (ATX)
Motherboard Support: ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
Dimensions (L × W × H): 432 × 305 × 436 mm
Net Weight: Approx. 10.95 kg
Materials / Finish:
• Front Panel: Tempered Glass
• Side Panel: Tempered Glass + Steel windowed section
• Chassis: SGCC Steel + ABS plastic
• Colour: Black
Preinstalled Fans: 4 × Light Wings LX 120 mm PWM ARGB (3 side, 1 rear)
Maximum Fan Support: Top: 2 × 140 mm / 3 × 120 mm • Side: 3 × 120 mm • Rear: 1 × 120 mm / 140 mm • Bottom: 3 × 120 mm
Radiator Support: Top: 120 / 240 / 280 / 360 mm • Side: 120 / 240 mm • Rear: 120 mm
Clearances: Maximum CPU Cooler Height: 185 mm • Maximum GPU Length: 400 mm • Maximum PSU Length: 200 mm
Drive Bays / Storage: 1 × 3.5" bay • 2 × 2.5" bays
Expansion: 7 expansion slots • Vertical GPU mounting supported
Front I/O: 1 × USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (10 Gbps) • 2 × USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A • 1 × 3.5 mm combo audio
Special Features: Back-connect motherboard support • Dual-chamber layout • Angled side fan bracket for focused GPU cooling • ARGB/PWM hub (6-way) included • Side & bottom dust filters
Warranty: 3 years
Identifiers: Article number BGW85 • EAN 4260052193884
Why choose the Light Base 500 LX?
The Light Base 500 LX blends premium materials and modern convenience with build-focused engineering. It’s perfect when you want a high-airflow performance chassis that also doubles as a showroom piece — four ARGB fans and tempered glass provide visual impact; the angled side fan frame and extensive radiator support deliver real thermal benefits; and the USB-C 10Gbps front port plus back-connect motherboard support make building and everyday use faster and cleaner. In short: it’s built for high-end performance builds and confident presentation.