Minisforum arrived at IFA 2025 with a stacked lineup of compact powerhouses, unveiling four Mini PCs built for creators, gamers, AI tinkerers, and homelab enthusiasts. The new range includes the MS-S1 MAX, G1 Pro, G7 Pro, and the N5 Pro NAS, blending cutting-edge CPUs from AMD and Intel with serious graphics options, blistering I/O, and compact designs that slot into just about any setup.
At the top of the stack sits the Minisforum MS-S1 MAX, driven by AMD’s Ryzen AI MAX+ 395 processor with Zen 5 cores and a Radeon 8060S GPU packing 40 compute units. This system is clearly tuned for AI acceleration, pro workloads, and GPU-accelerated content creation while maintaining the small footprint Minisforum is known for. It supports up to 128 GB of quad-channel LPDDR5x-8000 unified memory, and the I/O is equally ambitious: USB4 v2 at 80 Gbps, additional 40 Gbps USB4 ports, dual 10 GbE LAN, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 5.4. There’s support for small form factor PCIe graphics cards, a built-in PSU, a front microphone array, and a rear exhaust layout optimized for 2U rack deployments—ideal for cluster builds or space-efficient labs.
Key highlights for MS-S1 MAX:
– AMD Ryzen AI MAX+ 395 with Radeon 8060S GPU (40 CUs)
– Up to 128 GB LPDDR5x-8000 quad-channel unified memory
– USB4 v2 80 Gbps ×2, USB4 40 Gbps ×2, dual 10 GbE, Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4
– Built-in PSU, SFF GPU support, rack-friendly rear airflow tuned for 2U clusters
For gamers and creators who want a sleek statement piece on the desk, the Minisforum G1 Pro mixes AMD’s Ryzen 9 8945HX with a next‑gen GeForce RTX 50 Laptop GPU. Expect smooth high-refresh gaming, accelerated rendering, and modern AI-assisted workflows. The system supports up to 96 GB of DDR5-5600 memory, dual PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 SSDs, and a robust port selection including HDMI 2.1, DP 1.4, and dual USB-C ports with DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode. Networking includes 5GbE, Wi‑Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.3. Its vertical white chassis with tasteful blue LED accents gives it a futuristic, compact gaming rig vibe.
Key highlights for G1 Pro:
– AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX paired with a GeForce RTX 50 Laptop GPU
– Up to 96 GB DDR5-5600, dual PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 slots
– HDMI 2.1, DP 1.4, USB‑C with DP 2.0 Alt Mode ×2
– 5GbE, Wi‑Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, compact vertical design
If your priority is storage, uptime, and private AI services, the Minisforum N5 Pro NAS is the standout. It runs the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 with 12 cores, Radeon 890M graphics, and up to 80 TOPS of AI compute, enabling on-device photo recognition, media indexing, and smart automation without sending data to the cloud. Storage is generous and flexible: five HDD bays plus three SSD slots allow up to 144 TB of hybrid capacity. You also get ECC memory support up to 96 GB for reliability, plus a native PCIe x16 slot and OCuLink for expansion. Dual networking with 10G + 5G LAN and link aggregation options make it a strong fit for demanding home labs and small studios. MinisCloud OS adds ZFS, snapshots, compression, RAID, and a unified control center to keep everything manageable.
Key highlights for N5 Pro NAS:
– AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 with Radeon 890M, up to 80 TOPS AI performance
– 5 HDDs + 3 SSDs, up to 144 TB hybrid capacity
– Up to 96 GB DDR5 ECC, PCIe x16, OCuLink
– 10G + 5G LAN with link aggregation, MinisCloud OS with ZFS, RAID, and snapshots
– Ideal for AI photo libraries, private media servers, work backups, and smart home hubs
Rounding out the lineup is the Intel-powered Minisforum G7 Pro, an AtomMan series model that blends a compact footprint with serious horsepower. Inside is the Intel Core i9‑14900HX with 24 cores and boost clocks up to 5.8 GHz, paired with a GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU. It supports dual-channel DDR5 SO‑DIMMs, up to two PCIe 4.0 M.2 SSDs, and a full suite of ports including HDMI 2.1, USB4, multiple USB‑A/C connectors, an SD card reader, RJ45 Ethernet, Wi‑Fi 7, and Bluetooth 5.4. The design borrows from classic small‑form workhorses with a clean vertical stand and front LEDs, making it a balanced choice for content creators and high-refresh gaming in tight spaces.
Key highlights for G7 Pro:
– Intel Core i9‑14900HX (24C/32T, up to 5.8 GHz) with GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
– Dual‑channel DDR5 SO‑DIMM, up to 2× M.2 PCIe 4.0 SSDs
– HDMI 2.1, USB4, RJ45 Ethernet, Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, SD card reader
– Ultra‑slim, vertical-friendly design with front LED accents
Minisforum has not shared final pricing or full spec sheets for every configuration yet, but availability is expected to roll out in the coming months. If you’re planning a compact gaming build, a portable AI workstation, or a high-capacity home server, this IFA 2025 lineup makes a compelling case for going small without giving up speed, connectivity, or expandability. Stay tuned for launch details and configuration options.
