About Gigabyte C500 Panoramic Stealth ICE ARGB Desktop Cabinet
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model / Series | Gigabyte C500 Panoramic Stealth ICE (model: GB-C500PI ST) |
| Form Factor | Mid-tower |
| Motherboard Compatibility | ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX |
| Materials | Steel, Plastic, 4 mm Tempered Glass (front + side) |
| Dimensions | 501 mm (height) × 235 mm (width) × 430 mm (depth) |
| Expansion / PCIe Slots | 7 slots |
| Drive Bays / Storage | – 3.5″: 2 drives – 2.5″: 1 + 2 (replaceable from 3.5″) |
| Fan Support | – Top: 3 × 120 mm or 2 × 140 mm – Side: 3 × 120 mm – Bottom: 3 × 120 mm – Rear: 1 × 120 mm or 1 × 140 mm |
| Pre-Installed Fans | 4 × 120 mm ARGB (3 on side, 1 at rear) |
| Radiator / Liquid Cooling Support | – Top: up to 360 mm – Side: up to 360 mm – Rear: up to 140 mm |
| Clearance / Compatibilities | – CPU Cooler Height: ~176 mm – GPU Length: up to ~410 mm – PSU Length: up to ~200 mm – Supports vertical GPU installation (5-slot thickness) |
| I/O Panel | – USB 3.0 × 2 – USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C × 1 – Audio in/out – Power, Reset buttons |
| RGB / Lighting | ARGB lighting via RGB Fusion; built-in ARGB connector hub with five 5V 3-pin connectors |
| Airflow / Design | Optimized airflow via vented top, bottom, and partial right-side panels |
| Panels | Tool-free removable front and side tempered-glass panels; no-drill design |
| Dust Filters | Magnetic filters on top, bottom, and right-side panel |
| Weight | ~8.1 kg (net) |
The result is a stunning 270° panoramic view, letting you display your components, cable management, and lighting effects from multiple angles without compromising on structural integrity.
One of the standout design philosophies behind the Gigabyte Panoramic Stealth White Desktop Cabinet is optimized airflow.
Rather than relying solely on front-facing fans, the Gigabyte C500 Panoramic Stealth ICE ARGB integrates a vented structure on the top, bottom, and partial right-side panels, allowing for effective air intake and exhaust.
This ensures consistent and stable thermal performance even under demanding loads.
From a compatibility standpoint, the Gigabyte C500 Panoramic Stealth ICE ARGB supports a wide range of motherboards — ATX, Micro-ATX, and Mini-ITX — giving builders freedom to choose based on their performance needs and spatial constraints.
The Gigabyte Tempered Glass Desktop Gaming Cabinet also supports vertical GPU installation, with room for up to 5-slot card thickness, a design choice that enhances both aesthetics and airflow.
Pre-installed inside are four ARGB fans, establishing a vibrant lighting base right out of the box.
To extend your lighting configuration, Gigabyte has included an ARGB connector hub that supports up to five 5V 3-pin devices.
This means you can easily add more LED strips or fans and synchronize them using Gigabyte’s RGB Fusion software, creating unified lighting across your PC setup.
The front I/O panel is modern and versatile, offering two USB 3.0 ports and a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port, along with audio in/out jacks and power/reset buttons.
The inclusion of USB-C ensures compatibility with the latest devices and fast data transfer, which is especially helpful when using modern peripherals or external storage.
To help maintain a clean system, the Gigabyte C500 Panoramic Stealth ICE ARGB includes magnetic dust filters on the top, right-side, and bottom panels.
These filters are easy to remove and clean, helping to reduce dust accumulation without hassle.
In a thoughtful touch, both the front and side tempered-glass panels are tool-free, making them easy to remove and reattach when you want to upgrade or reconfigure the internals.
On the storage front, you get a practical mix: two 3.5″ drive bays and a flexible 2.5″ setup (1 fixed, and 2 additional that can swap with 3.5″ bays).
As for cooling, the Gigabyte White ARGB Gaming Cabinet supports a variety of configurations: up to three 120 mm or two 140 mm fans on top, three 120 mm fans on the side, three 120 mm fans at the bottom, and either a 120 mm or 140 mm fan at the rear.
When it comes to liquid cooling, you can mount up to a 360 mm radiator on the top or side and up to 140 mm at the rear, giving you flexibility for different loop sizes.
Component clearance is well-supported: Gigabyte C500 Panoramic Stealth ICE ARGB allows CPU coolers up to ~176 mm in height, GPUs up to ~410 mm in length, and PSUs up to ~200 mm.
These allowances cover most standard and high-performance components, meaning you won’t be limited by space while building a powerful rig.
The Gigabyte C500 Panoramic Stealth ICE ARGB is a compelling choice for builders who prioritize visual presentation without sacrificing performance or airflow.
Its panoramic glass panels, ARGB hub, and flexible cooling options make it ideal for both aesthetic-focused builds and high-performance systems.
Whether you’re putting together a gaming PC, a silent workstation, or a showpiece build, the Gigabyte C500 Panoramic Stealth ICE ARGB strikes a balance between beauty and functionality — making it a worthy option in the mid-tower segment.
