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Computer cockpit · Zero gravity workstation

Scorpion chairs — pick the right model the first time

Eight zero-gravity cockpit models distributed in Vietnam. I am Đào Đức Tiến (dTien87) — over 20 years in PC hardware and 11 years as Product Director at An Phát Computer, where simulation cockpits were part of my product line. Message me on Zalo and I will match a model to your room, monitor count and budget.

  • 20+ yearsin PC hardware and gaming gear
  • 11 yearsProduct Director at An Phát Computer
  • 1,800+reviews and tech articles published
  • 2 yearsframe warranty, 1 year on parts
SK Scorpion chair — scorpion-shaped computer cockpit with overhead monitor arm

What is a scorpion chair?

"Scorpion chair" (ghế bọ cạp) is what Vietnamese users call a computer cockpit — an integrated workstation built around a reclining seat. A curved arm runs from behind the seat up over your head to carry the monitors; in profile that curve looks exactly like a scorpion tail.

The core difference from a normal gaming chair: monitors, keyboard, mouse and seat form one rigid assembly. When the chair reclines into Zero Gravity (backrest at 128–170°, knees raised near heart level), the monitors rotate with it and stay square to your eyes. No craning, no reaching — your posture holds at any recline angle.

That is why developers, multi-monitor traders, streamers and anyone at a computer past eight hours a day end up here: not for the looks, but to stop getting up at hour four because their back hurts.

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Eight scorpion chair models

Manufacturer list prices run $2,499 to $4,199, excluding tax, freight to Vietnam and installation. Message us on Zalo for a full landed quote.

Manticore Cockpit Chair

Best seller — oversized genuine-leather seat, 168° recline, easiest to assemble

Monitor support
3×32" tiêu chuẩn, tối đa 5 màn hình
Recline
168° — vượt cả Zero Gravity

From $3,199

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R1 Pro Cockpit Chair

Starlight headliner, built-in speakers and massage — the entertainment build

Monitor support
1×49" siêu rộng · 1×43" · hoặc 3×32"
Recline
138° Zero Gravity

From $3,399

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IW-320 Workstation Chair

Best value in the range — remote control, stair-friendly, pre-wired HDMI and USB

Monitor support
Tối đa 5 màn hình · 1×57" siêu rộng · 1×43"
Recline
137° Zero Gravity, một chạm

From $2,499

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IW-R1 Cockpit Workstation

The classic since 2018 — every axis motorised

Monitor support
1×49" siêu rộng hoặc 3×32"
Recline
Zero Gravity, tự động bằng mô-tơ

From $3,099

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J20 Veyron Cockpit Chair

Dual-arm design, high-carbon steel frame, 12 mm acrylic armrests

Monitor support
3×29" hoặc 1×49" siêu rộng
Recline
Ngả giảm áp lực cột sống

From $3,599

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Dream Pod Cockpit Chair

Pod-style cockpit, tuned for one 49" ultrawide or two 32" monitors

Monitor support
1×49" siêu rộng hoặc 2×32"
Recline
Ngả Zero Gravity

From $3,399

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Why consider a scorpion chair

01

Real spinal unloading

The Zero Gravity posture spreads upper-body weight across the whole backrest instead of loading the lumbar discs. That is the fundamental difference from an upright ergonomic chair.

02

Your neck stays neutral

Monitors hang from the overhead arm, above eye level, and tilt with the chair. Tech neck comes from looking down at a low screen — this design removes the cause.

03

Up to five monitors

The VESA mount system carries 3×32", up to five panels, or a single 49"–57" ultrawide. No big desk, no separate arms, no cable spaghetti across a desktop.

04

Smaller than a full desk setup

One cockpit replaces the desk, the monitor arms and the ergonomic chair. In a 12–15 m² room the total footprint is usually smaller than a conventional desk setup.

Who is advising you

Đào Đức Tiến — dTien87

Product Strategy & Tech Marketing Advisor · Former Product Director, An Phát Computer (2014–2025)

I am Đào Đức Tiến, better known as dTien87 (Tiến Sứt). I have spent over 20 years in Vietnam’s PC hardware industry — starting as AMD’s brand representative in 2005, then MSI product manager, then building distribution and retail for Hacom and FPT.

From 2014 to 2025 I was Product Director at An Phát Computer, owning the product strategy for components, gaming gear, workstations and simulation cockpits across the whole chain. Cockpit seating is a category I was responsible for sourcing, pricing and warranting at retail scale — not something I picked up recently.

Alongside that I have published over 1,800 reviews, led the winning team at the Intel Expert / Enthusiast Challenge across several seasons, had a case mod featured by PC Gamer internationally, and appear regularly on Vietnamese national television. What I promise here is simple: an honest account of each model’s weaknesses, and a straight answer if a chair does not suit your room or your needs.

How ordering works

  1. 1

    Message on Zalo or leave your number

    Send your room size, current monitor count and rough budget. We reply within business hours.

  2. 2

    Pick a model and get a VND quote

    You receive a landed quote covering tax, freight and installation, plus a room layout sketch if useful.

  3. 3

    Deposit and production

    Built to order — typically 6–9 weeks including production and sea freight. Progress updates at every stage.

  4. 4

    Delivery and assembly

    The chair arrives disassembled and is built on site, with live support over video call throughout.

Frequently asked questions

What is a scorpion chair?

"Scorpion chair" (ghế bọ cạp) is the Vietnamese nickname for a computer cockpit — a zero-gravity workstation chair. A curved overhead arm carries the monitors above your head, and in profile it looks like a scorpion tail. Keyboard, mouse, monitors and seat form one integrated rig that reclines into a Zero Gravity posture, taking load off the spine during long computer sessions.

How much does a scorpion chair cost?

Manufacturer list prices currently run from $2,499 to $4,199 depending on model and configuration. IW-320 is the value entry at $2,499; T-Rex is the flagship at $4,099–$4,199. Those figures exclude import duty, freight to Vietnam and on-site installation. Message us on Zalo at 0979.899.599 for a full landed quote in VND.

Is a scorpion chair good for your spine?

The key is the Zero Gravity posture: the backrest reclines to roughly 128–170° with knees raised near heart level, so upper-body weight spreads across the whole backrest instead of loading the lumbar discs. Monitors hang above eye level, so your neck stays neutral. It is not a medical device, though — if you have an existing spinal condition, check with your doctor, and still get up to move every 60–90 minutes.

How much room does a scorpion chair need?

In practice, budget at least 2.2 × 1.6 m of clear floor per chair, plus 60–80 cm behind it for full recline. Under 12 m², pick IW-320 or IW-R1 — they are the most compact. Manticore and T-Rex take the most space. Send us your room dimensions on Zalo and we will sketch a layout before you commit.

How many monitors can a scorpion chair hold?

It varies by model: Dream Pod takes one 49" ultrawide or two 32" panels; SK Scorpion, IW-R1 and R1 Pro take one 49" or three 32"; Manticore, IW-320 and T-Rex go up to five. Custom mounts are available for 2×49"/2×57" Samsung Odyssey G9 or a single 55" Odyssey Ark.

Where can I buy a scorpion chair in Vietnam?

Contact Đào Đức Tiến (dTien87) directly on 0979.899.599 or dtien87@gmail.com. He has spent over 20 years in Vietnam’s PC hardware industry: AMD brand representative from 2005, MSI product manager, distribution and retail development at Hacom and FPT, and from 2014 to 2025 Product Director at An Phát Computer, where simulation cockpits sat in his product line alongside components, gaming gear and workstations. Cockpit seating is a category he sourced, priced and warranted at retail scale.

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