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technology10 days ago•0 min saved

Framework Launches Pre-Orders for 192GB Ryzen AI Max+ 495 Desktop Amidst Rising Memory Costs

Framework has confirmed that pre-orders for its updated small-form-factor desktop, powered by the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 495 processor, will open on September 30, 2026. The system features 192 GB of unified LPDDR5X memory, a significant increase from the previous 128 GB limit, and is optimized for local AI workloads. While the chassis and motherboard remain unchanged to ensure backward compatibility, the new chip offers higher clock speeds and improved memory bandwidth. Pricing is expected to exceed $6,000 due to rising memory costs, positioning it as a premium option against competitors like NVIDIA’s DGX Spark.

via Wccftech|

#ai-hardware #amd-ryzen-ai-max #framework

hardware11 days ago•10 min saved

GMKtec EVO-X5 Pro Launches with 192GB RAM and 320B Local LLM Support

GMKtec has officially launched the EVO-X5 Pro, a high-end desktop AI workstation powered by the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 processor. The system features 192GB of unified LPDDR5X memory, enabling fully offline inference for large language models up to 320 billion parameters. Priced at $6,799 for the 2TB storage variant, the device targets enterprise and developer markets requiring private, low-latency AI processing without cloud dependency.

via TechPowerUp|

#amd-ryzen-ai-max #gmktec #gorgon-halo

tech11 days ago•14 min saved

Framework Sets September 30 Pre-Order Date for Ryzen AI Max+ Pro 495 Desktop

Framework announced that pre-orders for its small-form-factor desktop featuring the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ Pro 495 processor will begin on September 30, 2026. The device retains the existing chassis and motherboard design to ensure backward compatibility, though it supports up to 192 GB of LPDDR5X-8533 memory, an increase from the previous 128 GB limit. While pricing has not been disclosed, the unit is expected to cost more than the current Ryzen AI Max+ 395 model. The system continues to offer Fedora or Windows 11 pre-built options and maintains support for standard Flex ATX power supplies and various cooling solutions.

via TechPowerUp|

#amd-ryzen-ai-max-pro-495 #framework-desktop #hardware-launch

hardware22 days ago•98 min saved

ASUS Ascent QN10: a compact AI mini PC powered by Snapdragon X2 Elite

ASUS has begun shipping the Ascent QN10, the first mini PC built around Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Elite platform, delivering up to 80 TOPS of NPU power for local AI tasks. The 0.7‑liter device uses an 18‑core Oryon CPU, Adreno X2‑90 GPU with a Hexagon NPU (up to 80 TOPS), and offers up to 32GB LPDDR5x memory and 512GB–2TB storage, plus Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, a full port suite, and a novel cooling design. It also provides access to Qualcomm’s AI Hub with 175+ models and is priced at $1,349 at Best Buy.

via Windows Central|

#ai #ascent-qn10 #asus

gadgets23 days ago•17 min saved

Mac Mini M6 Ignites the Tiny AI PC Arms Race

Apple’s M6 Mac mini launches at $900 with three Thunderbolt 4 ports and built‑in neural accelerators that Apple says deliver up to five times the AI throughput of the M4, but real on‑device AI may still require the pricier M5 Pro (three Thunderbolt 5 ports, from $1,700) and even clustering Macs to pool memory. Rival mini PCs from Asus, Lenovo, and Acer tout bigger AI hardware and higher price tags, signaling a new, costly arms race for local AI.

via Gizmodo|

#ai #apple #gadgets

technology1 month ago•14 min saved

ASUS Unveils RTX Spark Mini PCs and ProArt Laptops at IFA 2026

At IFA 2026 in Berlin, ASUS unveiled RTX Spark-powered devices: the GR1X mini PC featuring up to a 6,144‑core GeForce RTX Blackwell GPU and an up to 20‑core NVIDIA Grace CPU, with up to 128 GB of LPDDR5X memory and Windows 11, cooled by a copper heatsink and dual blowers. ASUS also teased two ProArt laptops, the P14 and P16, built on the RTX Spark platform, offering 14–16‑inch OLED/UHD+ displays at 120 Hz, starting with 24 GB RAM and configurable up to 128 GB, with up to 700 nits regular brightness and 1600 nits peak. The base configurations use a less powerful N1X SoC. The lineup showcases high-end, compact computing aimed at creators.

via TechPowerUp|

#asus #ifa-2026 #mini-pc

technology1 month ago•16 min saved

Acemagic Unveils 2-Liter F9A AI Mini-Workstation With Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 at IFA 2026

Acemagic debuts the F9A AI mini-workstation at IFA 2026, a 2-liter compact PC built around the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 (16 cores/32 threads, up to 5.2 GHz) with integrated Radeon 8065S, offering up to 192 GB of unified LPDDR5X memory and AI acceleration up to 131 TOPS; it supports local AI workloads (including running DeepSeek V4 locally) and provides USB4, dual 2.5 GbE, Wi‑Fi 7, HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 2.1, PCIe 4.0 x4, and up to 4 TB NVMe storage. A PRO 495 configuration and a Ryzen AI Max+ 395 variant (128 GB RAM) are also showcased; pre-orders for the 395 begin Sept 10, with the PRO 495 teased on the official store.

via techpowerup.com|

#acemagic #ifa-2026 #mini-pc

technology1 month ago•18 min saved

RTX Spark N1X configs land in October for laptops and mini-PCs

Nvidia will ship two RTX Spark N1X configurations in October: a top-end “mini PC” chip with a 6144-core Blackwell GPU, 20-core Grace CPU, and 24–128GB unified memory for laptops and mini PCs, and a laptop-focused 5120-core GPU with 18-core Grace CPU and 24–32GB memory, expected across major OEMs; Nvidia is aiming for around 100fps at 1440p with ray tracing and DLSS, with pricing likely premium amid RAM shortages.

via theverge.com|

#laptops #mini-pc #n1x

technology1 month ago•17 min saved

Xiaomi's AI Cube: triple-Xring mini PC powers on-device AI with 150W

Xiaomi has unveiled the AI Cube engineering prototype, a compact mini PC that combines its Xring O3, O100 and D100 chips to run local AI models up to 120B and 3B with up to 150 W sustained performance, signaling a future where AI workloads run largely on-device; O100 and D100 are planned for commercial launch in 2027 with no price announced.

via Notebookcheck|

#ai-cube #mini-pc #on-device-ai

technology3 months ago•7 min saved

Ryzen AI Halo Emerges as Power-Packed Mini PC for AI and Gaming

AMD's Ryzen AI Halo packs a 16-core Ryzen AI Max Plus 395 CPU and a RDNA 3.5-based Radeon 860S GPU into a compact mini PC, delivering 128GB unified memory, a 2TB self-encrypting SSD, 10Gb Ethernet, and advanced cooling for sustained AI workloads and 1440p gaming; with pre-installed tools like Ryzen AI Developer Center, LM Studio, and Comfy UI, it aims to replace cloud AI for professionals and reportedly outperforms Apple's M1 Max/Ultra in benchmarks, though premium pricing and thermal constraints are notable considerations.

via Geeky Gadgets|

#128gb-unified-memory #ai-development #mini-pc

technology3 months ago•10 min saved

Minisforum Upgrades Its Tiny Powerhouse with the Panther Lake–Fueled MS-03

Minisforum today teased the MS-03, a Panther Lake-based upgrade to the MS-01 SFF PC that keeps the same chassis but adds a higher 70W TDP, PCIe lane reallocation, DDR5-7200 support, and an AI-capable NPU. The system uses Core Ultra Series 3 Panther Lake H-series CPUs, includes Wi‑Fi 7 and Thunderbolt 4 via USB-C, and offers two 10GbE SFP+ plus two 2.5GbE RJ45 networking, plus HDMI 2.1. Internally, all three M.2 slots get Gen4 speeds, with two Gen5 x4 slots, at the expense of the PCIe x16 slot (Gen5 x4). Front I/O remains a single 10Gbps USB-A plus two USB 2.0 ports; it’s powered by an external 19V brick. Shipping starts later this month, with price not yet announced.

via ServeTheHome|

#core-ultra-series-3 #mini-pc #minisforum

technology4 months ago•14 min saved

Lenovo’s SFF RTX Spark mini PC packs up to 128GB RAM and rear‑only ports

Lenovo unveiled the SFF RTX Spark mini PC, built on Nvidia’s RTX Spark platform, offering up to 128 GB RAM, 300 GB/s memory bandwidth, and up to 1 PFLOP of AI performance with 12K video editing capabilities, but it relies on rear-mounted I/O (USB-C PD, two USB-C 20Gbps, HDMI, 10 Gb LAN) and has no front ports, with pricing and availability not announced yet.

via Notebookcheck|

#128gb-ram #lenovo #mini-pc

gadgets4 months ago•16 min saved

AMD Bets on On-Device AI with Ryzen AI Halo Max+ Pro 495 Mini PC

AMD unveils the Ryzen AI Halo Max+ Pro 495, an AI-optimized x86 processor pairing a 16-core Zen 5 CPU with a RDNA 3.5 GPU, boasting up to 40 compute units and as much as 160GB of VRAM. The company claims it can run a 300‑billion‑parameter AI model on-device, with two lower‑tier variants (Max Pro 490 and 485) also on offer. The Ryzen AI Halo is sold as a compact 6x6 inch mini PC (around $4,000) capable of Windows or Linux, positioning AMD against Nvidia’s AI hardware plays like the DGX Spark and upcoming laptop CPUs. Preorders for the 395-era Ryzen AI Halo mini PC start in June, with 495‑based devices from Asus, HP, and Lenovo expected in Q3, as Nvidia’s laptop CPUs and AI systems face renewed competition from Team Red.

via Gizmodo|

#amd #gadgets #mini-pc

gadgets4 months ago•16 min saved

ASUS ROG NUC 16: The Premium Mini PC That Feels Like a Console

Asus is reviving the Intel NUC concept with the ROG NUC 16, a high-end mini PC built around Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX and up to an RTX 5080 laptop GPU, configurable up to 128GB of RAM, and featuring a new stand that supports vertical or cradle use for better airflow. Prices start around 29,999 CNY (about $4,420) for the base model, with the Moonlight white version near $4,490 and a Black version launching soon; US pricing hasn’t been disclosed. Performance gains over the previous NUC 15 are modest (roughly 3% in some benchmarks), while RAM and component costs continue to rise, making the NUC 16 a luxury option for gamers with limited desk space.

via Gizmodo|

#asus #gadgets #gaming

technology5 months ago•108 min saved

HP EliteBoard G1a AI: The keyboard PC that trades ports for desk space

HP’s EliteBoard G1a AI turns a keyboard into a Windows 11 Pro mini PC powered by Ryzen AI, promising a sleek, cable-free desk with plug‑and‑play USB‑C monitor support and an optional battery for on‑the‑go work. It excels in space saving and serviceability (replaceable RAM and M.2 SSD) and comes with a premium warranty, backlit keys, and integrated mic, but it suffers from limited ports, cramped keyboard layout, and graphics performance that’s not built for GPU‑heavy tasks, making it most suitable for business/hybrid use. The tested unit costs around $1,600, with configurations climbing higher for more RAM, storage, and CPU options.

via Notebookcheck|

#hp-eliteboard-g1a-ai #keyboard-pc #mini-pc