AOOSTAR has quickly emerged as one of the first to introduce Mini PCs powered by AMD’s fresh and powerful Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 “Strix” APU. However, the pricing they’ve set might leave some potential buyers contemplating—it’s quite steep.
Recently, AOOSTAR disclosed that their GEM10 370 Mini PC, which is equipped with the high-end AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 “Strix” APU, will retail at a notable 5699 RMB, translating to about $800 USD. This particular model comes packed with impressive features: 32 GB of LPDDR5X memory and a whopping 1 TB NVMe Gen4 SSD. This first look at the price point of a Strix-based system raises questions about whether other manufacturers will follow suit with similarly priced offerings.
No corners are cut, design-wise. The AOOSTAR GEM10 370 Mini PC retains the compact charm of the GEM10 with a sleek 0.6-liter aluminum CNC case, snugly measuring 10.7 x 10.7 x 6 centimeters. Portable enough to fit in a pocket, this tiny titan houses the robust Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU, boasting 12 cores and 24 threads built on Zen 5 architecture, paired with Radeon 890M graphics based on RDNA 3.5.
The cooling system is also noteworthy; it includes an integrated copper heat pipe solution, which is essential for maintaining performance in the small form factor. Moreover, the device supports extended graphics capabilities through an OcuLink connector for eGPU modules. And let’s not forget the future-proof specs such as USB4 support and up to three PCIe Gen4 SSD slots.
While the GEM10 370 Mini PC’s portability and feature set make it a tempting offer, how well the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU performs in such a compact chassis remains to be seen. These highly efficient APUs promise a robust, portable gaming experience. Yet, potential buyers will want to see whether the performance and cooling efficiency justify the premium price tag.
Stay tuned as further evaluations and tests roll out, which will undoubtedly provide more insight into whether this Mini PC deserves its hefty price.
