be quiet! Pure Base 501 Airflow Black ATX Mid Tower Case

The be quiet! Pure Base 501 Airflow Black delivers a compact ATX mid tower solution for gaming and office PC builds. This case combines efficient airflow architecture with a sleek front panel design, making it suitable for performance-oriented builds in space-conscious environments.

Airflow and Cooling Performance

Two preinstalled Pure Wings 3 140mm PWM fans provide strong air pressure from the front intake. The case supports extensive cooling configurations with front mounting for up to 360mm radiators, top mounting for 240mm radiators, and rear mounting for 140mm radiators. The airflow top cover maintains consistent ventilation while preserving the unified aesthetic.

Hardware Compatibility

This mid tower case accommodates ATX, Micro-ATX, and Mini-ITX motherboards. Graphics cards up to 368mm in length fit comfortably, while CPU coolers up to 178mm in height are supported. PSU compatibility extends to 200mm length units (180mm with the offset HDD cage installed). Storage options include two 3.5" or five 2.5" drives.

Connectivity and Features

Front I/O includes USB 3.2 Gen. 2 Type-C for fast data transfer alongside 2x USB 3.0 Type-A ports. The rotatable PCIe slots enable optional vertical graphics card installation with compatible riser cables. Smart cable routing design simplifies cable management for clean internal builds.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions: 463mm x 450mm x 231mm (L x W x H)
Motherboard Support: ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
Graphics Card Clearance: Up to 368mm
CPU Cooler Clearance: Up to 178mm
PSU Clearance: Up to 200mm (180mm with offset HDD cage)
Storage: Two 3.5" or five 2.5" drives

Fan Configuration Options

Front: Up to 2x 140mm or 3x 120mm (2x 140mm Pure Wings 3 fans preinstalled)
Top: Up to 2x 120mm or 2x 140mm
Rear: 1x 120mm or 1x 140mm

Liquid Cooling Support

Front: Up to 360mm radiator
Top: Up to 240mm radiator
Rear: Up to 140mm radiator

The Pure Base 501 Airflow Black includes a 3-year manufacturer's warranty. Its compact footprint makes it practical for builds requiring ATX capability without the bulk of full-sized towers.

• Form Factor: Mid Tower
• Motherboard Support: ATX
• PSU Included: None
• Case Colour: Black
• LED Colour: None
• USB 3.0: 2
• Side Panel: Solid