Minisforum has introduced the Elite M1 Lite, a compact mini PC powered by the Intel Core Ultra 5 125U processor, now available globally, including in China.

Minisforum Elite M1 Lite Specifications

The Intel Core Ultra 5 125U processor features 12 cores and 14 threads with a maximum turbo frequency of 4.3GHz. It includes a dedicated Neural Processing Unit (NPU) that delivers up to 21 TOPS of AI computing power. The NPU allows the M1 Lite to handle AI workloads like smart office tasks and on-device processing with minimal reliance on cloud-based resources.

The system supports up to 96GB dual-channel DDR5-5600 RAM via two SO-DIMM slots. It includes two M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 SSD slots for storage, with configurations available for 512GB or 1TB pre-installed SSDs.

The Elite M1 Lite offers versatile connectivity options. It supports triple-display setups via an HDMI 2.1 port, a DisplayPort 1.4, and a USB4 port, enabling resolutions of up to 8K at 60Hz or 4K at 144Hz. The USB4 port provides 40Gbps data transfer speeds and supports Power Delivery input (up to 100W) and output (up to 15W).

It also features two USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A ports, two USB 2.0 Type-A ports, a 3.5mm audio combo jack, and a 2.5GbE LAN port. For wireless connectivity, the device includes Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2.

The cooling system uses phase-change materials and a blower fan to maintain stable performance under load. The fan keeps noise levels under 45dB even at maximum speeds. The M1 Lite weighs 0.6kg and measures 130 x 126 x 50.4mm, making it compact enough to fit on small desks or mount behind a monitor using the included VESA bracket.

Pricing and Availability

The Minisforum Elite M1 Lite is priced competitively for both the US and Chinese markets. In the US, the barebone version starts at $311, while the 16GB RAM + 512GB SSD configuration is priced at $615. In China, the barebone model is available for ¥2,199, and the 16GB + 512GB variant costs ¥4,399.

In related news, Gmktec has recently unveiled the NucBox K17 mini PC, powered by an Intel Core Ultra 5 processor and supporting up to 16TB of storage.

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