Minisforum MS-R1 ARM Mini-PC Challenges Intel with Desktop GPU Support
The giant has released the mighty MS-R1, ARM Mini-PC, which can challenge mostly the Intel family. Within a compact 1.7-liter casing, this mini-workstation brings together a 12-core ARM chipset with support for a full-length desktop graphics card and is up for discounted launch sales.
Basic Specs and Key Features
The MS-R1 is based on the CIX CP8180 processor with high-performance specifications seldom found on ARM systems.
- CPU: CIX CP8180 12 cores, 12 threads, 28W TDP
- AI Performance: Offers 45 TOPS of AI compute with 28.8 TOPS on its NPU
- Integrated Graphics: Arm Immortalis-G720 MC10 (10-core GPU)
- RAM: Configurable up to 64 GB LPDDR5-5500
- Storage: Two M.2 slots for dual NVMe SSDs
- Expansion Slot: Full-length PCIe x16 slot to house desktop graphics cards
- Connectivity:
- 2× 10 Gigabit RJ45 LAN ports
- 4× USB 2.0 Type-A ports
- 3× USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports
- 2× USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ports (DisplayPort Alt Mode & Power Delivery)
- 1× HDMI 2.0 port
- 1× 3.5mm audio jack
Configuration and Launch Pricing
The Minisforum MS-R1 comes in multiple configurations, all of which are guaranteed to be on an active launch discount. The pricing structure is built up as below:
- 32 GB RAM / No Storage: $503.90 (MSRP $629)
- 32 GB RAM / 1 TB SSD: $575.90 (MSRP $719)
- 64 GB RAM / No Storage: $599.90 (MSRP $749)
- 64 GB RAM / 1 TB SSD: $695.90 (MSRP $869)
