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| The Minisforum M2 Pro-358H comes with 10 GbE, 2.5 GbE, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0, alongside three 40 Gbps USB4 ports. |
After an eight-month wait following its CES 2026 debut, Minisforum has quietly opened orders for the highly anticipated M2 Pro-358H mini PC - though early adopters may notice some significant changes from the original specifications.
The Hong Kong-based mini PC specialist first turned heads at CES 2026 with ambitious claims about the M2 Pro's capabilities. While the standard M2 model - powered by the Core Ultra 7 356H - began shipping to customers back in May, the higher-spec Pro variant remained frustratingly absent from the company's storefront. Until now.
Pricing and Availability
The M2 Pro-358H is currently listed at **$1,439 in the United States** (down from a regular price of $1,799) and €1,519 in Europe (discounted from €1,899). US customers can expect their units to ship in late September, while European buyers will see their orders depart from Hong Kong in early September.
Those looking to secure their unit can order directly through Minisforum's official channels:
For European customers.
For US and international.
The Configuration Conundrum
Here's where things get interesting. At CES, Minisforum proudly showcased the M2 Pro as scaling up to an Intel Core Ultra X9 388H, with a confirmed base option built around the Core Ultra 5 338H paired with Arc 370 graphics. Neither of these configurations has materialized on the company's store yet.
Instead, the single available build utilizes the Intel Core Ultra X7 358H - a 16-core, 16-thread Panther Lake processor manufactured on Intel's 18A process node, capable of boosting to 4.8 GHz. Power management is handled through three operating modes: Performance (65W), Balanced (45W sustained), and Quiet (45W sustained).
Memory Mystery
Perhaps the most puzzling change involves system memory. Minisforum stated at CES - and reiterated as recently as March - that the M2 Pro would support up to 96 GB of LPDDR5X memory running at 9,600 MT/s. However, the configuration now available comes with just 32 GB of soldered LPDDR5X running at 7,467 MT/s, with 32 GB listed as the maximum capacity.
For enthusiasts and professionals eyeing memory-intensive workloads like video editing, virtualization, or large language model testing, this represents a significant departure from the promised specifications.
What Remains Unchanged
Despite the altered processor and memory configuration, many of the M2 Pro's headline features remain intact:
Graphics and AI Performance
The Arc B390 graphics deliver 12 Xe3 cores operating at up to 2.5 GHz. Minisforum rates the GPU at 122 Int8 TOPS, while the integrated NPU contributes an additional 50 TOPS, resulting in a claimed platform total of 180 TOPS for AI acceleration tasks.
Storage Capabilities
Users can take advantage of three M.2 2280 slots with impressive storage capacity - each supporting up to 8 TB. Two slots run at PCIe 4.0 x4 speeds, while the third operates at x1, providing flexibility for storage configurations ranging from blazing-fast primary drives to high-capacity secondary storage.
Connectivity Options
Networking is where the M2 Pro truly shines, featuring an extensive array of options:
- 10 GbE Ethernet
- 2.5 GbE Ethernet
- Wi-Fi 7 support
- Bluetooth 6.0
Additionally, three 40 Gbps USB4 ports ensure lightning-fast external device connectivity.
Build and Power
The chassis measures 195 x 195 x 47.5 mm and weighs 1.39 kg, keeping the M2 Pro relatively compact for a system with this level of performance. A 134.9W power supply is integrated inside the unit, simplifying cable management.
Market Position and Competition
At its current pricing, the M2 Pro-358H sits in a competitive sweet spot - undercutting similarly configured mini PCs from established brands while offering superior connectivity options like 10 GbE networking. The system appears targeted at creative professionals, data scientists, and home lab enthusiasts who need serious computing power in a compact form factor.
However, the memory limitation to 32 GB may give some potential buyers pause, particularly those who were counting on the previously promised 96 GB capacity for memory-intensive workloads.
Early Verdict
The Minisforum M2 Pro-358H delivers impressive specifications on paper, particularly in graphics performance, storage flexibility, and networking capabilities. The Panther Lake processor represents Intel's latest architecture, and the Arc B390 graphics should offer solid performance for content creation and moderate gaming.
Yet the discrepancies between what was promised at CES and what's now shipping - particularly regarding the processor options and memory capacity - may leave early adopters feeling somewhat short-changed. The limited single configuration also means customers don't have the flexibility originally expected when the product was announced.
For those who can work within the 32 GB memory constraint and find the Core Ultra X7 358H sufficient for their needs, the M2 Pro-358H still represents compelling value given its feature set. Others may want to wait and see if Minisforum introduces the previously promised higher-end configurations before making their purchase decision.
Key Specifications Summary:
- Processor: Intel Core Ultra X7 358H (16C/16T, up to 4.8 GHz)
- Graphics: Intel Arc B390 (12 Xe3 cores, 2.5 GHz)
- Memory: 32 GB LPDDR5X-7467 (soldered, max capacity)
- Storage: 3x M.2 2280 slots (2x PCIe 4.0 x4, 1x PCIe x1)
- Networking: 10 GbE, 2.5 GbE, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0
- Ports: 3x USB4 (40 Gbps)
- Dimensions: 195 x 195 x 47.5 mm
- Weight: 1.39 kg
- Power Supply: 134.9W internal
Early adopters should weigh the current configuration against their actual needs before placing their order, as Minisforum's track record suggests additional configurations may - or may not - appear in the coming months.
