Mini PC

The new Lenovo SFF RTX Spark mini PC features a minimalist dual-tone design, but lacks the front-facing I/O found on Dell’s rival RTX Spark mini PC, as detailed in a June 5 article by Serve The Home. The Nvidia RTX Spark on board promises up to 128 GB of RAM, 300GB/s of memory bandwidth, 12K video editing capabilities, and up to 1 petaflop of AI performance.

The XPS RTX Spark Mini PC is Dell's Mac Studio-inspired mini PC with an SD card reader, a feature missing from other RTX Spark-based rivals. Built on the scalable Nvidia RTX Spark platform, the PC supports up to 128 GB of unified memory, 20 Arm-based Grace cores, and 1 petaflop of AI compute.

Its Panther Lake-H CPU is impressive for the size and a huge upgrade over the CPU in the Cubi AI+ 2MG, but the super-small form factor has compromised performance somewhat.

An A/E-key M.2 slot, normally occupied by a combo Wi-Fi/Bluetooth card, is something most laptops, mini-PCs and desktop PCs released after 2013 have. The P3-2230, also known as the OAK-2230, lets you make use of that slot to add extra storage space, faster than any SATA III SSD. Naturally, there are several drawbacks to this approach.

Despite the super-small 0.51 L form factor, the Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG supports up to 128 GB of DDR5 memory across two SODIMM slots compared to half or less on competing mini PCs.

The latest MSI mini PC for businesses, retail, and conference rooms is even smaller, faster, and more inconspicuous than before with better RAM support than most other mini PCs.

Bosgame’s VTA‑439 mini PC delivers 86 TOPS of AI performance via the Ryzen AI 9 HX 470, supporting large models and AI assistants like OpenClaw locally. It pairs up to 256 GB RAM and triple NVMe slots with optional eGPU expansion, launching at $1,049 on sale.

Peladn has released a new mini-PC featuring AMD Strix Halo and up to 96 GB of VRAM. Already being sold globally, the Peladn YO2 can deliver up to 160 W of performance to its Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU, too.

The Geekom A9 Max is based on the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 and is aimed at demanding users looking for high performance in a mini PC format. The compact system is currently available directly from Geekom at a discount. The equipment includes 32 GB RAM and a 2 TB SSD.

Microsoft has revealed a new Surface-branded device featuring the Nvidia RTX Spark chipset. Arriving a day after the Surface Laptop Ultra, the Surface RTX Spark Dev Box is a mini-PC with 128 GB of RAM and more ports than its laptop counterpart.

Asus has unveiled the first NUC mini-PC it claims to have built for the 'Windows 365 Cloud PC experience'. Equipped with an Intel Wildcat Lake processor, the NUC 16 for Windows 365 will be limited to a mere 8 GB of RAM, too.

Asus has launched a new line of mini-PCs powered by Intel Wildcat Lake processors. Also featuring up to 64 GB of RAM and Thunderbolt 4 connectivity, the Asus NUC 16 will be available in motherboard form too.

The Asus Ascent QN10 is a compact Windows‑on‑ARM mini PC powered by an 18-core Snapdragon X2 Elite CPU, delivering 80 TOPS of on‑device AI performance for AI developers. It offers up to 32 GB RAM and 4 TB NVMe storage to run OpenClaw locally.

Asus is relaunching one of the world's most powerful mini PCs for the 20th anniversary of ROG, giving the ROG NUC 16 even more power with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 and 128 GB RAM, while a transparent chassis provides a view inside.

Asus has revealed pricing information for its new gaming mini-PC in more countries. At the same time, the company has confirmed that the ROG NUC 16 will be available with Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti or RTX 5080 laptop GPUs globally alongside Intel's Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor.

MSI has introduced the EdgeMesa N AI+ mini PC, its direct rival to the new HP OmniDesk Mini PC and Asus ProArt Mini PC. Featuring the new Nvidia RTX Spark architecture, this compact desktop is optimized for local generative AI, LLM development, and high-performance inferencing, offering 10GbE connectivity and multi-display support.

Asus has introduced the ultra-compact ProArt Mini PC at Computex 2026, featuring the Nvidia RTX Spark superchip. Designed for developers and creators, this 150x150x51mm PC offers 1 petaflop of AI performance, 128GB of unified memory, 10GbE networking, and PCIe Gen 5 expansion, making it a professional-grade solution for local generative AI and 3D rendering.

HP has introduced the new HP OmniDesk Mini Desktop PC, a compact AI-enabled mini-workstation featuring Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors and Thunderbolt Share. Designed for creators and AI developers, this ultra-small form factor PC launches in August 2026, offering advanced local AI processing and quad 4K display support to streamline hybrid workflows.

The Geekom A9 Max impressively demonstrates how much power can now be packed into a compact mini PC. Modern hardware, strong performance and flexible upgradeability make it particularly interesting. However, the memory configuration in particular shows that not every decision is equally convincing.

Nvidia’s first consumer-grade laptop chip, the RTX Spark, is finally here. It is essentially a modified version of the DGX Spark launched last year, but with Windows support.

Valve may have always had a higher price in mind for its Linux mini PC. A leaker divulged that prior to the Steam Machine release date delay, one model would have launched at $1000. The newly priced Steam Deck handhelds have raised more concerns about the console alternative’s affordability.

Valve recently added the Steam Machine's Welcome Tour to Steam's backend through a recent update, which suggests the company is finally geting ready to launch the device.

Epic Games boss Tim Sweeney believes Valve could have avoided the Steam Deck price increase. A regular critic of Gabe Newell, he claims that the co-founder should pay the higher component costs. Sweeney has condemned the dominant marketplace for exploiting buyers and developers.

The Steam Deck price increase was an ominous sign for Valve’s new mini PC. On the Steam Machine release date, an insider believes that buyers will encounter even higher costs. The storage and memory shortage is likely to also inflate the MSRP of the console alternative.

The new Wildcat Lake family of mini PC from Beelink is powered by the Intel Core 3 Processor 304 and comes in three variants: an entry-level that supports only LPDDR5 RAM, an advanced model that additionally supports desktop-grade DDR5 RAM and a NAS model with support for 2 HDDs and a PCIe 4.0 SSD.

The new iBOX fanless mini PCs from ASRock can be equipped with Core Ultra X7 358H and Core Ultra 5 325 processors, which can be complemented by up to 128 GB DDR5 RAM. Other highlights include PCIe 5.0 storage, Thunderbolt 4 connectivity and dual 2.5 Gbps NICs.

Half-Life 3 and Steam Machine followers will be watching a series of June showcases. Summer Game Fest 2026 host Geoff Keighley is again piquing their curiosity. His social media post depicting rising smoke is the latest pre-event hint noticed by Valve supporters.

The Acemagic G3A is set to launch in China on May 30, 2026. While the company hasn't shared the price of the compact PC, it revealed that the computer can be equipped with a desktop Intel 14th Gen processor and a dual-slot GPU.

The Minisforum MS-S1 Max now has a 64GB RAM configuration, which makes this AMD Strix Halo mini PC more affordable than the other config. This option for the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 system costs $2,639, which is $560 cheaper than the 128GB variant.

The Ugreen Mac mini Thunderbolt 5 dock has been launched in China. It features a wide range of ports and has an M.2 slot that can hold an 8TB SSD. The launch price in China is CNY 1,555, around $228.

The AMD Ryzen AI Halo mini-PC is now official. It comes with AMD’s top-spec Ryzen AI Max+ 395 chip, 128 GB RAM and a rated TDP of 120 Watts.

AMD has shown off three new Ryzen AI Max chips. All three are Pro-branded and support up to 192 GB of RAM. Specs-wise, they’re not very different from their Strix Halo counterparts.

The GMKtec EVO-X3 has been briefly showcased at the AMD AI Developer Day 2026 event. While not much about the mini PC has been detailed, the company has confirmed it will be a better-equipped version of the EVO-X2, coming with an OCuLink port and "high-speed" USB4 ports.

Compact and equipped with an interesting processor, the Jupiter 2 is a new and rather unusual mini PC from Milk-V. The model can also be used with Linux, for example, and supports particularly fast networking.

The affordable Minisforum M2 bare-bones mini PC with Intel’s new Panther Lake-based Core Ultra 7 356H processor has now been tested in modern AAA games. Even though the mini PC uses a smaller four-core Intel Xe integrated GPU instead of Intel Arc graphics, it still managed playable frame rates in games like Cyberpunk 2077 and Crimson Desert. The system also includes a USB4 port for connecting an external GPU dock.

Lenovo has updated one of its compact mini-PCs with a new variant. Debuting in China for now, the updated Yoga Mini i Gen 11 can be configured with up to 64 GB of RAM to complement its Core Ultra X7 358H processor and Arc B390 graphics.

More RAM can significantly improve the performance of modern mini PCs, especially when a system is switched from single- to dual-channel operation. This not only benefits graphics performance and multitasking, but also the general system speed. The following overview shows the specific effects of a second RAM module on the performance of the Minisforum AI X1 Pro.

Valve’s backend appears ready to list the Steam Machine for a lofty price. UI code would enable the company to charge more than $1,000 for the console alternative on its launch date. That said, the leak may apply to a bundle with a Steam Controller or the Frame VR headset.

The 2025 Asus ROG NUC 15 has been refreshed, and the 2026 model is available with up to the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus and the Nvidia RTX 5080 Laptop GPU. It has also seen a design change, and in China, the gaming mini PC starts at CNY 29,999, around $4,421.

A handful of new Asus ROG products are about to launch in China, and the company has teased a new NUC gaming mini PC. This might be the same one that was spotted in early May 2026, and the Core Ultra 200HX Plus CPUs will likely power it.

Geekom has released a new version of the A9 Max 2026. Available globally with launch discounts, the Geekom A9 Max 2026 adopts a new AMD processor while supporting up to 128 GB of RAM.

The Thunderobot AI Mini Workstation has launched in China and is powered by the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395, featuring the Radeon 8060S iGPU with support for 96GB of VRAM. It has a water-cooling setup and starts at CNY 26,999 (about $3,975).

Minisforum has released a new mini-PC globally. Available with the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H and 32 GB of RAM, the Minisforum M2 can be picked up for less than $600 as a barebones unit.

The GMKtec NucBox M3 Pro is a new mini PC from the company, and it’s powered by a dated Intel Core i5 13500H. This choice of processor appears to have kept the price low, with the barebone configuration costing $329.99, which can be further dropped with the special M3P15 coupon code.

Despite its versatile PC-in-a-keyboard design, the EliteBoard is probably the only keyboard without the ability to connect to other computers.

Amazon content restricted, no access to the home server: geoblocking can quickly become annoying while on vacation. That’s why, before leaving, I installed Tailscale on my small home server/NAS and on the devices I take with me. Together, they form a network that lets my travel devices browse through my home network and its German IP address.

The Bosgame P3 mini PC is currently enjoying a 13% discount on Amazon. This AMD Ryzen 5 mini PC features 32GB of DDR5 RAM, has a 1TB SSD, and comes with eGPU support. Currently, it’s down to a discounted price of $519.