The mini-PC market has just been refreshed with the unveiling of the MINISFORUM Venus Series NAB7. This latest offering from MINISFORUM, an established name in compact computing solutions, serves to upgrade the already impressive NAB6 model that has been on the market for nearly a year.
Equipped with a formidable Intel Core i7-12700H processor, the NAB7 model stands out with its Alder Lake-H processor. This particular chip boasts a 45W TDP, 14 cores, and 20 threads, all paired with a 24 MB L3 cache. Crafted with a 10 nm process, the CPU also encompasses an Iris Xe integrated GPU, featuring 96 Execution Units (EUs) that are clocked at up to 1.4 GHz. As a result of these enhanced specs, prospective users can expect the NAB7 to offer a significant performance boost – roughly 17% greater than its predecessor, which is powered by the Core i7-12650H.
In terms of design, the NAB7 maintains a familiar look, especially when it comes to the available ports, echoing the consistency of MINISFORUM in its product lineup. The base configuration for the NAB7 is priced starting at $359/€399 as a barebones edition. However, the unit is customizable and can be equipped with 32 GB of RAM and either 512 GB or 1 TB of onboard storage. These upgraded configurations come at $479/€539 and $499/€559, respectively.
For enhanced flexibility, all versions of the NAB7 include dual SO-DIMM slots that can support DDR4 memory, providing room for future upgrades. Additionally, the unit contains a 2.5-inch SATA 3.0 slot and an M.2 2280 slot that is ready for PCIe 4.0 SSDs. This array of options ensures that the NAB7 can cater to a variety of usage scenarios and performance needs.
The MINISFORUM Venus Series NAB7 stands as a compelling option for those seeking a powerful mini-PC experience, thanks to its potent processor and a range of configurable choices to suit different preferences and requirements. With its competitive price point and robust feature set, the NAB7 is yet another testament to MINISFORUM’s commitment to pushing the envelope in the realm of compact computing.
