Meet the Floatron F1, a micro-ATX case that literally lifts your build. Created by darkFlash, a brand born from DIY builders and gamers, this chassis stands out with a floating extended base that raises the entire body for direct airflow to the graphics card. The result, according to the company, is a five to seven degree drop in GPU temperatures, plus a clean, modern “floating” look on your desk.
The Floatron F1 focuses on high airflow and easy access without sacrificing style. The front and side are seamless glass to showcase your build, while the remaining panels are packed with ventilation holes, including the bottom. There’s a generous 64 mm gap between the base and the chassis, allowing bottom-mounted intake fans to feed fresh air straight to your GPU. Both the side glass and the rear panel use a clamshell mechanism, so opening up the case for upgrades or cleaning is quick and tool-friendly.
Key specifications and compatibility
– Form factor: micro-ATX
– GPU clearance: up to 350 mm
– CPU air cooler clearance: up to 185 mm
– Fan support: up to nine 120 mm fans or up to five 140 mm fans
– Radiator support: top-mounted only, up to 360 mm
– Storage: up to two 3.5-inch HDDs in the base; two SSDs behind the motherboard tray
– Front I/O: two USB 3.0 ports and one USB Type-C
Recommended cooling layout
– Three 120 mm intakes on the bottom to feed the GPU
– Three 120 mm exhausts up top
– One 120 mm exhaust at the rear
– Two 120 mm side fans acting as additional intakes
This setup capitalizes on the raised base, creating a straight shot of cool air to the graphics card and a clear top-to-back exhaust path. If you plan on using a 360 mm AIO, the top is the intended mounting position.
Design details worth noting
– Seamless glass on the front and side highlights your components and lighting.
– Perforated panels on every other side boost airflow, especially when paired with bottom intakes.
– Clamshell side and rear panels make building, cable routing, and maintenance remarkably simple.
– The base-mounted drive cage keeps bulky HDDs low and out of the way, while SSDs mount cleanly behind the motherboard.
Colors, editions, and availability
The Floatron F1 will be offered in black and a white combo colorway. A Black-Connect Edition is also planned, though the differences from the standard black model haven’t been clarified. Pricing and release dates have not been announced yet.
Who is it for?
If you’re building a compact gaming PC and want better GPU thermals without moving to a massive tower, the Floatron F1’s raised chassis and bottom-intake strategy make it a compelling airflow-first choice. With roomy clearances for long graphics cards and tall air coolers, plus a tidy front I/O including USB-C, it’s set up for modern components and clean builds.
