HAVN has released the HS 360 VGPU, a reworked and smaller iteration of their earlier HS 420 case. The case aims to be a centerpiece for high-end PC builds, focusing specifically on vertical GPU presentation and cooling.
Measurements reveal the HS 360 VGPU stands about 491mm deep, 242mm wide, and 421mm tall, weighing approximately 13.4kg. Although still a substantial enclosure, the design achieved a reduction of roughly 19.4 percent in depth and 29.5 percent in weight compared to its predecessor.
The VGPU model includes specialized hardware for vertical GPU orientation. Buyers receive a PCIe 5.0 riser cable, a dedicated vertical GPU holder, and angled bottom fan mounts designed for three 120mm fans. This setup distinguishes it from the standard HS 360, which omits these extras.
The standard HS 360 has a stated price of £169.99 in the UK, while the VGPU version commands a premium of £239.99.
One of the most debated features is the magnetic glass airflow divider. This component sits above the vertically mounted graphics card, designed to stop hot air from upper chamber recirculation and channel cool air from the floor toward the GPU. HAVN and eTeknix claim this divider can drop GPU temperatures by as much as 7.5°C.
However, independent testing offered varied results. Club386 reported temperature moves from approximately 51°C to 55°C when testing with and without the divider, noting this is a difference, but far from the 7.5°C figure. Conversely, KitGuru questioned the benefit, mentioning a “small effect from the glass guide” and criticizing the “complete lack of benefit from the new glass divider.”
Reviewers offered differing views on the feature. TweakTown did not mention the divider as a problem, while TechPowerUp credited the case with boosting vertical GPU cooling through its airflow elements. Buyers should treat the 7.5°C temperature claim as a best-case scenario rather than a guaranteed performance metric.
Review consensus strongly praised the overall build quality. The UniSheet panoramic glass wraps the front and side, featuring a bend radius that is 31.8 percent tighter than previous models. This curve provides a cleaner, more deliberate aesthetic and reduces the visual heft of older designs.
Anti-vibration treatment appears across the removable panels, leading multiple reviews to consistently describe the fit and finish as premium. TweakTown’s 93% verdict cited build quality and included refinements as key positive aspects. A genuine practical addition is the support for rear-connector motherboards. HAVN provides a removable plate allowing users to reposition cable-management cutouts to align with back-connect boards from Asus, MSI, and Gigabyte. Traditional motherboards remain supported, ensuring compatibility with the newer standard.
Cooling capability is extensive for the case size. Support exists for three 120mm fans in the roof, three on the side, two at the rear, and three on the floor. Radiator mounting supports extend up to 360mm across the roof, side, and floor.
The case includes the SimpliCable system for managing visible internal wiring. The front Input/Output panel offers one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, and a headphone jack. Storage options are flexible, accommodating two 3.5-inch bays or a mix of one 3.5-inch and two 2.5-inch drives, or a total of four 2.5-inch drives.
The pricing difference between the standard and VGPU models represents a choice. TechPowerUp’s rating of 10/10 suggested the premium was justified, while KitGuru’s 8/10 implied the extra cost was questionable due to the divider’s unproven benefit. Ultimately, the decision rests on whether the buyer values the vertical GPU aesthetic enough to accept the premium, acknowledging that the potential thermal gains may not match the best-case specification.
