Minisforum Just Dropped a Powerhouse: The New AI X1 Pro Mini-PC with AMD's Latest Silicon

Minisforum has refreshed its AI X1 Pro mini-PC, pictured next to a monitor and keyboard on a desk, with new AMD hardware

The compact PC space just got a serious upgrade. Minisforum has officially unveiled the AI X1 Pro, a refreshed and formidable mini-PC powered by AMD's cutting-edge "Gorgon Point" architecture. This new model builds upon the foundation of last year's Strix Point version, aiming to be a one-stop shop for creators, developers, and power users who need desktop-level performance without the bulk.

At the heart of this sleek machine is the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 APU. This isn't just any processor; it's a 12-core CPU paired with a potent Radeon 890M integrated graphics unit. The iGPU is particularly noteworthy, boasting the muscle to drive up to four 4K displays simultaneously. Whether you're a financial analyst with a complex multi-monitor setup, a video editor needing pristine screen real estate, or a sim-racing enthusiast, the X1 Pro appears ready to handle your visual demands with ease.

But raw processing and graphics power is just the start. Minisforum is offering staggering configuration options. Users can equip the system with up to 128 GB of blazing-fast DDR5-5600 RAM via two accessible SO-DIMM slots. For storage, the story gets even better: depending on the specific model, you might get up to three M.2 2280 PCIe slots, allowing for a potential maximum of 12 TB of NVMe storage. That’s a content creator's dream in a box smaller than a textbook.

The I/O panel on the AI X1 Pro reads like a wishlist for connectivity. It’s absolutely packed:

Two USB4.0 ports (with full 40 Gbps throughput, DisplayPort 2.1 support, and PD charging)
A dedicated Oculink (SFF-8612) port for connecting an external GPU dock, opening the door to desktop-grade graphics performance when you need it.
DisplayPort 2.0 and HDMI 2.1 ports for those high-resolution, high-refresh-rate displays.
Two 2.5 Gbps Ethernet ports for networking, network-attached storage (NAS), or virtualization tasks.
Three USB-A ports, a 3.5mm combo audio jack, and an SD card reader round out the physical connections.

Wireless tech is also top-tier, with Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 ensuring you're future-proofed for the latest networks and peripherals. Minisforum has also added thoughtful touches like a fingerprint reader for secure, quick logins and a dedicated Microsoft Copilot button on the keyboard, giving you instant AI assistance.

One of the most welcome practical improvements is the move away from a bulky external power brick. Unlike its predecessor, the new X1 Pro uses a single, integrated cable that plugs directly into a wall socket, significantly reducing cable clutter on your desk.

For full specifications and to check availability, you can visit the official Minisforum AI X1 Pro product page.

As for the final details that everyone wants to know—price and exact availability—we're still waiting. At the time of this announcement, Minisforum has not listed a price or a specific release date, stating only that the mini-PC will be available worldwide "soon." Given the impressive specs on paper, the AI X1 Pro is poised to make a significant splash in the mini-PC market, offering a compelling blend of maximum performance, exceptional connectivity, and a minimal footprint. We’ll be keeping a close eye on this one.