Minisforum AI X1 Pro

Name: Minisforum AI X1 Pro
Brand: Minisforum
SKU: 3229

Manufacturer: Minisforum

The Minisforum AI X1 Pro is a compact mini PC built around the Mini-ITX form factor, measuring 200 x 167 x 86 mm and occupying just 2872.4 cm³ of space. Despite its small footprint, it packs a considerable amount of hardware into its chassis, including 96GB of DDR5 RAM running at 5600 MHz and a 4TB NVMe SSD for fast, high-capacity storage. The system carries a three-year warranty and supports both 64-bit processing and a broad set of instruction sets including AVX2, AES, and FMA3.

On the graphics side, the AI X1 Pro integrates an AMD Radeon 890M based on the RDNA 3.5 architecture, delivering 5.939 TFLOPS of floating-point performance with a turbo clock of 2900 MHz and support for up to four simultaneous displays via DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1 outputs. Connectivity is well-rounded, with four USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, two USB 4 40Gbps ports, a single RJ45 Ethernet port, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.4. The CPU operates at a 15W TDP with a turbo frequency reaching 5.1 GHz across 24 threads, supported by 24MB of L3 cache and multithreading capability. Benchmark results include a PassMark score of 35142 and a Geekbench 6 multi-core result of 13283.

Pros

Comes with 96GB of DDR5 RAM running at 5600 MHz, which is a substantial amount of system memory for a mini PC form factor
The 4TB NVMe SSD provides generous high-speed storage capacity within a compact chassis
Four USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports and two USB 4 40Gbps ports offer a strong selection of high-bandwidth connections for a small desktop
The integrated Radeon 890M GPU supports ray tracing, DirectX 12 Ultimate, and up to four simultaneous displays, giving it capable graphics output for its size
A three-year warranty provides meaningful long-term coverage
The CPU reaches a turbo clock of 5.1 GHz across 24 threads while staying within a 15W TDP, keeping power consumption low

Cons

The multiplier is locked, offering no headroom for manual CPU frequency tuning
There are no USB-C ports of any kind, including USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C or USB 4 via Type-C, which limits modern device compatibility
No Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4 support is present, ruling out high-bandwidth Thunderbolt peripherals and docks
ECC memory is not supported, which may be a drawback for workloads requiring error-corrected RAM
Air-water cooling is not included, which could be a consideration given the 100 degrees C maximum CPU temperature rating
There is no S/PDIF output, limiting audio routing options for users who rely on digital audio connections

Who is this for?

This mini PC is well-suited to users who need a capable compact desktop for productivity and multitasking workloads, given its 96GB of DDR5 RAM and 24-thread CPU with a 5.1 GHz turbo clock. The 4TB NVMe SSD makes it a practical fit for those managing large local datasets, media libraries, or development environments. The Radeon 890M GPU with ray tracing support and multi-display output across up to four screens also makes it a reasonable choice for creative professionals or power users who require an expanded visual workspace from a small form-factor machine. Its low 15W TDP makes it appropriate for always-on or space-constrained deployments where energy efficiency and a quiet footprint matter.

Who is this NOT for?

Users looking for a system that supports Thunderbolt peripherals or USB-C connectivity will find this machine limiting, as it lacks any Type-C ports and has no Thunderbolt 3 or 4 support, which rules out a wide range of modern docks, displays, and high-speed accessories. Those who rely on ECC memory for error-sensitive workloads — such as certain data processing or server-adjacent tasks — will need to look elsewhere, as ECC is not supported. Similarly, anyone hoping to tune or overclock the processor will find no room to do so given the locked multiplier, making this a poor fit for enthusiasts who prioritize hardware-level customization.

General info:

SSD storage capacity	4000GB
form factor	Mini-ITX
Is an NVMe SSD	✓
thickness	167 mm
height	86 mm
width	200 mm
volume	2872.4 cm³

The Minisforum AI X1 Pro follows a Mini-ITX form factor, with dimensions of 200 mm wide, 167 mm thick, and 86 mm tall, resulting in a total volume of 2872.4 cm³. Storage is handled by a 4000GB NVMe SSD, offering both generous capacity and fast data access through the NVMe interface.

CPU:

Thermal Design Power (TDP)	15W
CPU speed	12 x 2 GHz
turbo clock speed	5.1GHz
CPU threads	24 threads
Has integrated graphics	✓
uses multithreading	✓
L3 cache	24 MB
L2 cache	12 MB
L2 core	1 MB/core
L3 core	2 MB/core
clock multiplier	20
Has an unlocked multiplier	✕
Supports 64-bit	✓
CPU temperature	100 °C

The CPU in the Minisforum AI X1 Pro runs at a base speed of 12 x 2 GHz with a turbo clock of 5.1 GHz, and supports multithreading across 24 threads, making it capable of handling a range of parallel workloads. It operates within a 15W TDP envelope and has a maximum rated temperature of 100°C, with a clock multiplier of 20 that is not unlocked. Cache configuration includes 12 MB of L2 cache (1 MB per core) and 24 MB of L3 cache (2 MB per core), supporting efficient data access across cores. The processor supports 64-bit computing and includes integrated graphics, rounding out a well-specified CPU profile for a compact system.

Graphics card:

floating-point performance	5.939 TFLOPS
GPU clock speed	400 MHz
GPU turbo	2900 MHz
texture rate	185.6 GTexels/s
pixel rate	92.8 GPixel/s
supports ray tracing	✓
supports DLSS	✕
PCI Express (PCIe) version	4
texture mapping units (TMUs)	64
shading units	1024
render output units (ROPs)	32
DirectX version	DirectX 12 Ultimate
OpenGL version	4.6
OpenCL version	2.1
semiconductor size	4 nm
supported displays	4
Supports multi-display technology	✓
Has Double Precision Floating Point (DPFP)	✓
number of transistors	34000 million

The integrated graphics solution delivers 5.939 TFLOPS of floating-point performance, backed by 1024 shading units, 64 texture mapping units, and 32 render output units, with a texture rate of 185.6 GTexels/s and a pixel rate of 92.8 GPixel/s. The GPU runs at a base clock of 400 MHz and boosts up to 2900 MHz, and is built on a 4 nm semiconductor process housing 34,000 million transistors. It supports ray tracing, Double Precision Floating Point, and multi-display output across up to four screens simultaneously, though DLSS is not supported. API compatibility covers DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and OpenCL 2.1, while the GPU interfaces via PCIe 4.

Memory:

RAM	96GB
RAM speed	5600 MHz
DDR memory version	5

The Minisforum AI X1 Pro is equipped with 96GB of DDR5 RAM running at 5600 MHz, providing a substantial amount of system memory for a mini PC in this class.

Connectivity:

supports Wi-Fi	✓
Has Bluetooth	✓
Bluetooth version	5.4
USB 2.0 ports	0
USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-A)	4
USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (USB-A)	0
USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-C)	0
USB 4 40Gbps ports	2
USB 4 20Gbps ports	0
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 ports	0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (USB-C)	0
Thunderbolt 4 ports	0
Thunderbolt 3 ports	0
DisplayPort version	DisplayPort 2.1
DisplayPort outputs	1
HDMI version	HDMI 2.1
HDMI ports	1
RJ45 ports	1
has an AUX input	✓
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack	✓
has a VGA connector	✕
Has S/PDIF Out port	✕

The Minisforum AI X1 Pro offers a well-rounded connectivity setup, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.4, and a single RJ45 port for wired networking. USB options consist of four USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports and two USB 4 40Gbps ports, while older USB 2.0, USB 3.2 Gen 1, and Thunderbolt 3 and 4 ports are absent. Display output is handled by one HDMI 2.1 port and one DisplayPort 2.1 output, with no VGA connector present. Audio connectivity includes both a 3.5 mm headset jack and an AUX input, though there is no S/PDIF output.

Benchmarks:

PassMark result	35142
PassMark result (single)	3872
Geekbench 6 result (multi)	13283
Geekbench 6 result (single)	2593

In benchmark testing, the Minisforum AI X1 Pro records a PassMark multi-core score of 35,142 alongside a single-core result of 3,872. Geekbench 6 results show a multi-core score of 13,283 and a single-core score of 2,593, providing a consistent picture of the system's processing capability across both threaded and single-threaded workloads.

Miscellaneous:

maximum memory amount	96GB
GPU architecture	RDNA 3.5
Has air-water cooling	✕
Supports 3D	✓
Type	Laptop, Desktop
Uses big.LITTLE technology	✕
instruction sets	MMX, F16C, FMA3, AES, AVX, AVX2, SSE 4.1, SSE 4.2
GPU execution units	16
GPU name	Radeon 890M
Supports ECC memory	✕
memory channels	2
RAM speed (max)	7500 MHz
Has NX bit	✓
warranty period	3 years
Uses flash storage	✓

The Minisforum AI X1 Pro uses a Radeon 890M GPU built on the RDNA 3.5 architecture with 16 execution units, and the system supports stereoscopic 3D output. The CPU is rated for both laptop and desktop deployment, supports the NX bit for hardware-level security, and does not use big.LITTLE technology. Supported instruction sets include MMX, F16C, FMA3, AES, AVX, AVX2, SSE 4.1, and SSE 4.2. Memory runs across two channels with a maximum supported capacity of 96GB and a peak RAM speed of 7500 MHz, though ECC memory is not supported. Storage relies on flash-based media, and the system does not include air-water cooling. The product comes with a 3-year warranty.

Final Verdict

The Minisforum AI X1 Pro makes a strong case for itself as a compact desktop that punches well above its physical dimensions, anchored by 96GB of DDR5 RAM paired with a 4TB NVMe SSD and a CPU capable of reaching 5.1 GHz across 24 threads — all within a 15W thermal envelope. The Radeon 890M GPU adds meaningful graphical capability, including ray tracing and four-display support, broadening its appeal beyond basic desktop tasks. That said, the absence of any USB-C or Thunderbolt ports and the locked CPU multiplier do place some limits on expandability and customization. For users who need a space-efficient, high-memory system for productivity, media, or multitasking without the bulk of a traditional desktop, the AI X1 Pro represents a well-specified and thoughtfully equipped option within the mini PC category.