Zotac has expanded its C series nano lineup with 3 fanless mini PCs running on fresh Intel processors. The CI431 nano, CI451 nano, and CI471 nano feature passive cooling and support up to 64GB of DDR5 memory alongside triple 4K display output. Zotac sells the systems as barebone units, with retail pricing and availability to be confirmed later.
Zotac splits the lineup across 3 distinct Intel processors. The CI431 nano runs the Core 3 304, the CI451 nano steps up to the Core 5 320, and the top tier CI471 nano uses the Core 7 350. All 3 models share an identical 1.79 liter chassis measuring 204 x 129 x 68 millimeters. Because the case uses passive cooling without fans, the hardware operates in complete silence. Memory expansion relies on 1 SO DIMM slot supporting up to 64GB of DDR5 6400 or 5600 modules. Storage installs into 1 M.2 2280 slot wired for PCIe 4.0 x4 solid state drives.
Physical connectivity features 2 Thunderbolt 4 ports, 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type A ports, and 3 USB 2.0 Type A ports. Video outputs cover HDMI 2.0b, DisplayPort 2.0, and display signals passed through Thunderbolt 4. The setup drives up to 3 separate 4K displays simultaneously at 60 Hz. Networking options provide an Intel Wi Fi 7 module and Bluetooth 5.4 for wireless accessories, alongside a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port for wired networks.
Zotac ships all 3 versions in barebone configurations without factory memory or storage drives. Users must supply their own operating system, RAM, and M.2 storage drive. Zotac will announce official release dates and regional pricing at a later stage.
