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technology2 days ago

Minisforum unveils EliteMini M2 Pro with Panther Lake and Arc B390 graphics

Minisforum revealed the EliteMini M2 Pro at CES 2026, a Panther Lake mini PC that can be configured with up to an Intel Core Ultra X9 388H and the Arc B390 iGPU, delivering near RTX 4050 Laptop-class gaming at 1080p and supporting eGPU via USB4. It also offers up to 96 GB of LPDDR5x RAM, with a base Arc 370 option, a compact chassis similar to the AI X1 Pro, and a feature-rich I/O set (USB4/Thunderbolt, HDMI, DisplayPort, 2.5G and 10G LAN, USB-A). Pricing and availability haven’t been announced yet.

technology2 years ago

Minisforum Introduces $559 Mini-ITX Motherboard with Core i9-13900HX Processor

Minisforum has unveiled the AR900i MoDT motherboard, featuring the high-end Intel Core i9-13900HX CPU. The motherboard comes pre-equipped with the CPU and coolers, requiring users only to install memory and storage. It supports up to four M.2 2280 PCIe Gen5x4 slots and offers a full PCIe Gen5x16 slot for graphics. The system provides flexibility with three display connectivity options and includes a 2.5Gbit Ethernet port. The AR900i with the 13900HX processor is available for preorder at $559, offering a good deal for a motherboard with a 24-core CPU and preinstalled cooler.

technology2 years ago

"Minisforum Set to Launch World's First Ryzen 8000-powered 2-in-1 Tablet in 2024"

Minisforum is set to launch its Surface-like 2-in-1 tablet in early 2024, featuring the upcoming AMD Ryzen 8040U "Hawk Point" APUs. The tablet will come with a 14-inch QHD+ 165 Hz touchscreen, detachable keyboard, and stylus. It is expected to have premium features such as a fingerprint sensor, front and rear cameras, USB4 ports, and an SD card reader. The Ryzen 8040U APUs are based on the Zen4+RDNA3 architecture and are rumored to have up to 8x Zen4+ cores and up to 12 CU RDNA3 GPUs. Pricing details have not been revealed yet.

technology2 years ago

AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D: The Powerhouse Mini-PC and Gaming Laptop Combo

Minisforum has unveiled the UM790 XTX Mini-PC featuring the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS APU with a higher 70W TDP, offering more power than its predecessor. The device also includes the rare Oculink connector, allowing for direct connection with external GPUs without sacrificing performance. While Minisforum currently lacks an Oculink GPU, they are working on their own version. The UM790 XTX is expected to launch later this year and promises to be a capable gaming processor with its Zen4 architecture.

technology2 years ago

"Minisforum UM790 Pro: A Compact AMD System with Impressive Upgrades"

The Minisforum UM790 Pro is a small form factor system featuring the new AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS processor with AMD Zen 4 cores and RDNA3 graphics. The review highlights the differences between the unit sent by Minisforum and the purchased unit, including variations in memory and storage configurations. The article provides an overview of the external hardware, showcasing the USB4 Type-C ports, vents, power input, HDMI ports, Ethernet port, and USB Type-A ports. The review also mentions the need to peel off rubber feet to access the screws for opening the chassis.