Minisforum is aiming to win over mini PC shoppers who want a compact system without giving up upgrade options, and the new EliteMini M2 leans hard into that balance. Even in a small chassis, it brings a surprisingly well-rounded mix of modern connectivity, expansion, and configurable hardware that should appeal to home office users, creators, and anyone building a small-footprint desktop setup.
One of the key highlights is how Minisforum addresses graphics flexibility. While small PCs often struggle with high-end graphics upgrades, the EliteMini M2 includes a USB4 port that can be used to connect an external GPU dock. That means users who need extra GPU horsepower for creative workloads, acceleration, or heavier gaming setups can add it externally instead of being locked into the integrated graphics experience.
Connectivity is clearly a priority here. The EliteMini M2 comes with three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports for fast peripherals and storage, plus dual 2.5 Gigabit LAN ports for users who want more reliable networking, faster local transfers, or advanced network setups like routing, virtualization, or link redundancy. For display output, Minisforum includes DisplayPort 1.4 and HDMI 2.1 TMDS.
Upgrade potential is another big selling point. Minisforum managed to fit dual M.2 2280 slots, giving users room for multiple fast NVMe SSDs—useful for separating OS and project files, building a larger storage pool, or simply expanding later. Memory is also built for growth, with dual SODIMM slots supporting up to 128 GB of DDR5 RAM, making the system far more future-proof than many mini PCs that top out much lower.
Pricing is positioned to cover both DIY builders and those who want something close to ready-to-run. The Minisforum EliteMini M2 starts at $575, €599, and £529 for the barebones configuration. Keep in mind that this version does not include an OS license, and it also comes without pre-installed RAM or storage, so it’s best suited to buyers who already have parts or want to choose their own components. For those who prefer a more complete setup, Minisforum also offers a configuration priced at $1,039, €1,119, and £975, which includes 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB storage drive.
