Lian Li SUP01 tries to reinvent case layout by front-mounting the GPU

Lian Li is trying to invent a new PC case layout. This time, it's with the SUP01, which, similar to the Thermaltake CTE cases, moves the GPU to the front to act as an intake.

The SUP01 is a 45-litre case with a small footprint that doesn't sacrifice high-end hardware compatibility. Placing the GPU upright at the front of the case allows for better airflow and improved GPU performance. The adjustable bracket further enables precise vertical and horizontal positioning of the GPU. Additionally, the SUP01 comes with LED strips along the front and left sides of the casing, as well as an extra strip on the PCIe riser bracket, providing users with customisable lighting options.

Divided into three independent airflow chambers for effective heat dissipation, the SUP01 has a unique internal layout designed to offer improved cooling. The GPU serves as an intake, while three pre-installed 120mm PWM fans exhaust below the motherboard tray, forming the first airflow chamber. Furthermore, an AIO (supports up to a 280/360mm AIO) with a radiator and fans positioned beneath the motherboard tray creates a second airflow chamber for the CPU. The chassis also supports additional cooling with the option to install a 120mm fan at the back to cool motherboard components such as RAM, CPU power supply, and M.2 storage, creating the third airflow chamber.

Regarding compatibility, the SUP01's motherboard mounting tray can accommodate ATX back-connect motherboards and standard ATX, M-ATX, and Mini-ITX motherboards. The case comes with a PCIe 4.0 riser cable pre-installed on a bracket, allowing for GPUs up to four slots thick and up to 400 mm in length at the front. Storage options include space for up to two 3.5/2.5″drives in the PSU chamber and two 2.5″ SSDs installed above the PSU shroud in the main chamber, which features a mirror cover. The SUP-01 is now available for pre-order for $149.99 for both the black and white versions.

KitGuru says: What do you think of the Lian Li SUP01 case layout? Do you prefer this or Thermaltake's CTE design?

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